Villa del Garda
Branded Waterfront Residences by Mr. Eight
A first-row serviced boutique residence on Dubai Islands combining Italian design, waterfront living and a hospitality-inspired residential experience.
The residence
Villa del Garda is a serviced boutique residence by Mr. Eight Development on Dubai Islands, set on the first row of the marina with views over the harbour and the Arabian Gulf. It is conceived as a branded residence: a private home that is run with the discretion and service of a five-star hotel.
The building's U-shaped, yacht-inspired architecture wraps around a podium of pools and gardens and turns most residences towards the water. Inside, every residence is delivered fully furnished and fully equipped — Italian kitchens and wardrobes, natural Italian stone and furniture installed by European specialists — so it is ready to live in or to lease from day one.
Daily life is supported by core services included in the service charge, from 24/7 security, doormen and valet to weekly in-residence housekeeping with linen, towel and bathrobe replacement. Residents can add à la carte services such as a Riva motorboat with captain or a Rolls-Royce chauffeur, billed separately.
On the first waterfront line of the Dubai Islands marina, with marina and Arabian Gulf views.
Hotel-style operation by Mr. Eight Management, with a residence concierge for à la carte requests.
Fully furnished residences with Italian kitchens, Italian wardrobes and natural Italian stone.
35% during construction, 65% on handover in Q1 2028, resale option once 24% is paid.
Residences
Fully furnished residences from AED 2,661,000. Prices and sizes as published by Mr. Eight Development.
| Residence | Size (sq.ft) | Price (AED) | Availability | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 605 – 2,768 | From 2,661,000 up to 3,963,000 | On request | |
| 2 Bedroom | 952 – 2,662 | From 4,124,000 up to 7,943,000 | On request | |
| 2 Bedroom Duplex | 2,111 – 2,333 | From 7,390,000 up to 8,167,000 | On request | |
| 3 Bedroom | 1,852 – 4,357 | From 7,932,000 up to 18,777,000 | On request | |
| 4 Bedroom Duplex | 2,895 | From 11,581,000 | On request | |
| 5 Bedroom | 8,114 – 9,121 | From 40,569,000 up to 45,605,000 | On request |
Prices and availability are subject to change without prior notice. Source: Official Villa del Garda project brochure by Mr. Eight Development. Size and price ranges vary by floor, layout and view.
35/65 plan
35% during construction, 65% on handover in Q1 2028. Resale option available once 24% is paid.
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| Payment | When | Amount (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Booking fee | On reservation | 100,000 |
| 20% (First instalment) | On booking — together with 4% DLD fee and AED 5,000 admin fee | 532,200 |
| DLD fee 4% | With first instalment | 106,440 |
| Admin fee | With first instalment | 5,000 |
| 5% (Second instalment) | Within 6 months from the booking date | 133,050 |
| 5% (Third instalment) | Upon 20% construction completion | 133,050 |
| 5% (Fourth instalment) | Upon 75% construction completion | 133,050 |
| 65% (Final instalment) | On handover (Q1 2028) | 1,729,650 |
| Property price (instalments total 100%) | 2,661,000 | |
| Price + DLD fee + admin fee | 2,772,440 | |
| Paid before handover (35% + fees) | 1,042,790 | |
Illustrative calculation based on the published payment structure. Confirm current pricing, availability and payment terms with Emirai Real Estate. The brochure lists the AED 100,000 booking fee separately; whether it is credited against the first instalment should be confirmed — it is not deducted here.
Layouts
Six residence types from 1 bedroom to 5 bedrooms, including 2 and 4 bedroom duplexes. All residences are delivered fully furnished.
Areas are approximate and shown as published ranges. Floor plans are subject to change; refer to the official sales documentation.
Resort living
A private, residents-only podium with a 40-metre pool, gardens and wellness spaces — supported by hotel-style services.
Core services are provided by Mr. Eight Management and are included in the service charge.
À la carte services are optional and subject to additional charges, typically billed to the resident's personal account and coordinated through the Residence Concierge. Services are customised to market demand and may change.
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Italian heritage, marina living
Yacht-inspired architecture, Italian craftsmanship and a hospitality-led way of living.
01
The Grand Lobby is furnished with the Exteta x Riva collection designed by Massimo Castagna — a tribute to Riva's boat-building heritage dating back to 1842 and to the La Dolce Vita spirit of the 1960s. Seating from Loro Piana Interiors, developed with Exteta and Paola Navone, and a leather room divider by Enrico Pellizzoni continue the nautical theme in travertine and teak.
02
Life at Villa del Garda is organised around the water: the main pool opens towards the harbour and marina, the poolside is dressed in Dolce&Gabbana Casa cabanas, loungers and towels, and Italian gelato is served by the pool at weekends. For time on the water, residents can pre-book a Riva motorboat with captain as an à la carte service.
03
Clean horizontal lines, fluid curves and careful proportions borrow from modern superyacht design. The U-shaped plan maximises views, giving the majority of residences an outlook over the marina while preserving privacy between the two wings.
04
Residences are handed over fully furnished and equipped, exactly as presented in the design concept. Fabel Casa kitchens are crafted in Italy with glass-front cabinets, sensor lighting and anti-fingerprint surfaces; Fabel Casa wardrobes feature glass doors, integrated lighting and eco-leather lining. Bathrooms use Tom Dixon sanitary fixtures and Italian Calacatta Viola marble, with Italian Silver Travertine used across the residence.
05
A 40-metre pool with cabanas anchors the podium, with a separate adults' area and a sheltered family zone with a children's pool and playground. An indoor Technogym studio, an outdoor fitness area with ice bath, a sunbathing lawn and landscaped gardens with barbecue areas complete the resort-style amenities.
06
Mornings begin in the Grand Lobby, where an in-house barista serves Mr. Eight Coffee by Emilio Cipriani from a La Marzocco machine. A private in-house restaurant offers daily breakfasts and a French bakery, while bellboys, doormen, valet and weekly housekeeping are part of the core service.
Dubai Islands
Villa del Garda occupies a first-row position on the Dubai Islands marina, the waterfront island destination off the Deira coast. The residence looks across the harbour and marina towards the Arabian Gulf, with a private marina about five minutes away where the residents' Riva motorboat is moored.
Dubai Islands combines island living with access to the city. The developer states that DIFC is approximately 15 minutes by car, and Downtown Dubai, Business Bay and The Dubai Mall approximately 20 minutes, depending on traffic and route.
First-row marina location, Dubai Islands, Dubai, UAE
| Location | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|
| DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) | Approximately 15 minutes |
| Downtown Dubai | Approximately 20 minutes |
| Business Bay | Approximately 20 minutes |
| The Dubai Mall | Approximately 20 minutes |
Approximate drive times may vary depending on traffic and route. Source: Villa del Garda brochure (developer figures).
Dubai Islands — formerly Deira Islands, re-branded in 2022 — is a waterfront island archipelago identified by the developer as a priority development area under the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. It is planned as an integrated destination where residents can reach beaches, leisure, shopping, dining and golf within the island community.
Beachfront resorts, a beach club and beachfront residential districts along the island coastline.
A professional 18-hole course and a 9-hole course planned for Dubai Islands.
A sports club and aquatic centre, with outdoor and active waterfront living.
A mall and a boutique mixed-use village within the island masterplan.
Restaurants and cafés across the island, including Villa del Garda's own in-house restaurant open to visitors.
Marinas and a marina village for yachting and waterfront leisure.
Wellness, eco and family resorts, parks and an art and cultural district in the masterplan.
The privacy of island life with road access to central Dubai.
Community facilities are described from the developer's masterplan materials; delivery and timing are determined by the master developer and may change.
Market context
Data is published only with its source, period and update date.
Market data will be updated from verified market sources.
| Project / Area | Property Type | Price | Price / sq.ft | Bedrooms | Waterfront | Status | Handover | Developer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A verified comparison of Dubai Islands projects will be published here once sourced. Ask Emirai Real Estate for a current comparison. | ||||||||
Emirai analysis
An Emirai Real Estate review of Villa del Garda against twelve buyer criteria, using the developer's published information. This is not a Google score, ranking or official rating.
StrengthsDubai Islands, identified by the developer as a priority development area under the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. Approximate 15-minute drive to DIFC and 20 minutes to Downtown Dubai (developer figures).
ConsiderIsland infrastructure and amenities are still being delivered across the wider community; confirm completion timelines of the facilities that matter to you.
StrengthsFirst-row marina position with a U-shaped building designed so the majority of residences face the marina.
ConsiderViews differ by floor and orientation and are not guaranteed for a specific unit — review the view of the exact unit offered.
StrengthsMr. Eight Development designs, develops and builds in-house and states recognition among the Top 100 Developers Worldwide by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards.
ConsiderReview the developer's delivered projects, RERA project registration and escrow details as part of due diligence.
StrengthsYacht-inspired architecture and Italian interiors: Exteta x Riva lobby furniture by Massimo Castagna, Fabel Casa kitchens and wardrobes made in Italy, Italian travertine and marble.
ConsiderRenderings are conceptual; the specification schedule in the sales documentation is binding.
Strengths40 m pool, children's pool and playground, gardens, indoor Technogym studio, outdoor fitness with ice bath, café and restaurant, valet.
ConsiderSome lifestyle services (Riva boat, Rolls-Royce chauffeur, golf carts) are à la carte and charged separately.
StrengthsWide range from 605 sq.ft (1 Bedroom) to 9,121 sq.ft (5 Bedroom), including duplex layouts.
ConsiderPublished sizes are ranges; confirm the exact internal and balcony areas of the unit offered.
StrengthsPublished entry point of AED 2,661,000 for a fully furnished 1 Bedroom.
ConsiderCompare price per sq.ft with verified Dubai Islands transactions before deciding; furnishing is included in the price.
Strengths35% during construction and 65% on handover, with a resale option once 24% is paid.
ConsiderThe 65% handover payment requires a funding plan (cash or mortgage). DLD 4% and the admin fee are due with the first instalment.
StrengthsPublished handover in Q1 2028.
ConsiderOff-plan completion dates can move; check the completion clause in the SPA.
StrengthsServiced-residence operation, furnished delivery and waterfront position are features typically sought by tenants.
ConsiderNo verified rental data is published here yet. Service charges (AED 30/sq.ft interior, AED 7.5/sq.ft balcony) reduce net yield — use the ROI calculator with your own assumptions.
StrengthsResale permitted from 24% paid; the developer highlights marina-facing units as among the most desirable on the market.
ConsiderResale value depends on market conditions at the time of sale and on the developer's resale terms and fees.
StrengthsAssessed once verified Dubai Islands market data is added.
ConsiderAsk Emirai Real Estate for current, sourced transaction and listing data before investing.
Last reviewed: September 2026.
AI analysis is informational and is not financial advice or a guarantee of future performance. Investment calculations and market analysis are for informational purposes only. Rental income, capital appreciation, occupancy, resale value and investment returns are not guaranteed. Actual performance depends on market conditions, property selection, financing, operating costs and other factors. Buyers should conduct independent due diligence and obtain professional financial and legal advice where appropriate.
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Conceptual renderings: Mr. Eight Development. Visuals are conceptual; actual views and finishes may vary.
Villa del Garda FAQ
Villa del Garda is a serviced boutique branded residence by Mr. Eight Development on Dubai Islands. It is a first-row marina development with views over the marina and the Arabian Gulf, offering fully furnished residences with Italian kitchens and wardrobes, resort-style amenities and hotel-style services.
Villa del Garda is located on Dubai Islands, Dubai, UAE, in a first-row waterfront position facing the marina. The developer states approximate drive times of 15 minutes to DIFC and 20 minutes to Downtown Dubai, Business Bay and The Dubai Mall, depending on traffic and route.
Villa del Garda is developed by Mr. Eight Development, a boutique developer that handles design, development and construction in-house. Emirai Real Estate presents the project and assists buyers with enquiries; Emirai Real Estate is not the developer.
Yes. According to the developer, each residence is delivered fully furnished and fully equipped as a turnkey home, including a bespoke kitchen designed and manufactured in Italy and custom Italian wardrobe systems, with furniture installed on site by European specialists.
Published prices start from AED 2,661,000 for a 1 Bedroom residence. Prices vary by residence type, size, floor and view, and are subject to change without prior notice. Contact Emirai Real Estate for the latest price list and availability.
The published 35/65 plan is: booking fee AED 100,000; 20% plus 4% DLD fee and AED 5,000 admin fee on the first instalment; 5% within 6 months from the booking date; 5% upon 20% construction completion; 5% upon 75% construction completion; and 65% on handover in Q1 2028.
The published handover date is Q1 2028. Construction timelines for off-plan projects can change; the sales and purchase agreement contains the binding completion terms.
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