Thanks BA.
The place we are looking at (so far haven't seen it in reality) has a 'central pool' and I have seen pictures of the pool.
Have you seen any kids around? Mine are 10-18 but the younger ones, up to 15, like to hang out with other kids and play football/basketball.
i have lived here for 1 year. i wouldnt say it's very family friendly. no pools, no shops, no parks, no play areas. villas are only 2 bed with huge gardens (= huge DEWA bills) still a bit of nightmare to get in and out of but the roads are getting done. villa is very nice though but just make sure u get a service contract with the landlord as we have had to knock our utility wall and floor down twice!!!
hope this helps and hasnt put u off too much....lol ;-)