Inside a Professional Coach's Dh120,000 Desert Villa in Damac Hills 2

Professional coach Benjamin Owen, 39, shares a glimpse into his family's life in Dubai, explaining why he chose a Dh120,000-a-year villa in Damac Hills 2 after moving from the UK.

Living with his wife Poppy—a popular family-orientated content creator—and their two daughters aged four and six, Mr Owen details the features of their three-bedroom, maid's room property that backs onto the desert.

Opting for a community outside central Dubai to avoid traffic jams, the family found value for money and a tranquil environment close to nature, complete with camels visible upon entry.

Despite a previous negative experience with a dodgy agent, the family now rents directly through a reliable Emirati landlord who handles maintenance efficiently within 24 hours.

The couple has personalized the home by adding a media wall, wrapping the kitchen, upgrading the children's bedrooms, and laying turf with a barbecue area in the back garden.

Residents of Damac Hills 2 enjoy various amenities, including a gym, children's swimming pool, Water Town, sports facilities, and an extensive running track, with improving road connectivity making travel across Dubai increasingly convenient.