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MUTTRAH

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DARSAIT RUWI PDO

WADI ADAI

Al Fahal Island

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MADINAT SULTAN QABOOS

SHATTI AL QURUM AL KHUWAIR

1 Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah

EMBASSIES

2 Al Bustan Palace

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MINISTRIES DISTRICT

3 Al Alam Palace 4 Muttrah Souq

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5 Sultan Qaboos Port NORTH GHUBRA

6 Sheraton Hotel 7 Qurum Park

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8 Qurum City Centre

1 km

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NORTH

9 Royal Opera House 10 Amerat Park

AZAIBAH

11 Said bin Taimoor Mosque

Ghala Inustrial Estate

12 Grand Mall 13 Sultan Qaboos Sport Complex

AL ANSAB

SULTAN QABOOS STREET

14 Sultan Qaboos grand Mosque 15 Muscat Hills

Al Hamaam

18th November Street

16 Muscat International Airport 17 The Wave 18 Markaz Al Bahja

Bousher Al Awabi

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19 Muscat City Centre 20 Al Sahwa Park 21 Mawala market 22 Sayyida Mazoon Bint Ahmed Mosque

Oman Cement Company

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23 Omantel Headquarters

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24 Sultan Qaboos University 25 Taimoor bin Faisal Mosque

MAWALAH NORTH 18

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Hayy As Sahwa

AL HAIL NORTH 21

AL HAIL SOUTH

Rusayl Industrial Estate

22 Hisn Seeb

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MABELAH

25 Bait Al Baraka roundabout To Sohar

MUSCAT EXPRESS HIGHWAY

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HOME EXTERIOR COLOUR PALETTES STORY HANEEN AL LAWATI

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hoosing colours for your house can be a tricky process. You would want the house to represent you and your character and to showcase your styles for those who see the house from the outside.

Choosing colours that look good together can be a hard thing to do as not all colours are suitable to be in the house exterior. Here are some examples for colour palettes that can showcase your style in your home exterior.

IVORY + WHITE + AQUA OR AQUA + ROYAL PURPLE + CRISP WHITE Symmetrical homes tend to give a feel of elegance and formality; therefore, using a lighter coloured palette would work magic on the look of your house. If your house is nearby sea, an ocean blue colour can reflect that. Try to paint the door with an unexpected colour such as purple which will give your house a stylish yet playful look.

MUSTARD YELLOW + BROWN + HONEYSUCKLE WHITE These three colours tend to give a house a Tudor look (relating to the English royal dynasty) as it has brown accents but its coated with a bright mustard yellow. For these type of houses, a naturally wooded door would add a magnificent last touch.

SLATE GREY + WHITE + DEEP TURQUOISE If you’re looking for a sophisticated look, then there’s nothing that screams sophistication like a blue-grey colour palette. Now imagine a house that is grey with a front door that has a deep turquoise colour with white borders.

PRAIRIE BROWN + GREY + YELLOW-GOLD Going for a modern look? Modern houses have a warm and naturalistic look by using these three colours, brown, grey, gold, and their shades. Use the lightest shade of brown to cover the entire house while save the darker shades to show off the house’s architectural details.

BEIGE + CREAM + DEEP BLUE Ever seen a Spanish-style home? Spanish-style homes make a strong statement with its beautiful colours. Beige, cream, and deep blue mixed together gives the house watery tones especially if you own a pool. —lifestyle@timesofoman.com

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OMR 1,250 ONWARDS Al Jawhara

Loloah Al Ilam

One of a kind 3 bed apartments with individual plunge pools in Madinat Qaboos. The unit offers an open plan living and dining area, fitted kitchen and tons of storage and utility areas. All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms, with the master suite enjoying a walk in closet and ensuite bath and Jacuzzi.

Code: AJR Call: +968 9811 6611 property@wjtowell.com

Exquisite 4 bed townhouses in Madinat Ilam. Located in a private compound with Falaj and water features on a large landscaped deck.

Each unit comes with an open plan living area, Italian fitted kitchen and bedrooms spread across 3 levels. Ideal for medium to large families looking for a quiet neighborhood. Units with private pools also available.

Code: 16V Call-+968 9811 6611 property@wjtowell.com

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284 sq.m | 3 Bed | 4 Bath | Maids Room Individual plunge pools Dedicated indoor parking | Gym 24x7 maintenance

OMR 1,150 ONWARDS

408 sq.m | 4 Bed | 5 Bath | Maids Room Large usable terrace area Dedicated underground parking 24x7 maintenance

OMR 950 Luxurious 3 Bed Apts

Mirbat Terrace

High-end, modern 3 bed apartment complex in Madinat Qaboos. Spacious, open plan living and dining, walk-out balconies and kitchen with fitted cabinets and piped gas. Each bedroom offers ensuite bathroom and built in wardrobes. Conveniently located across the road from the vibrant commercial area.

Code: 104 Call: +968 9811 6611 property@wjtowell.com

3 bed townhouses in Madinat Qaboos that offer the convenience of a city townhouse while maintaining the privacy that comes with a gated community. Each unit is spread over three levels, has space for a maid and enjoys its own private backyard.

Code: MT Call: +968 98116611 property@wjtowell.com

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261 sq.m | 3 Bed | 4 Bath | Maids Room Gym | Dedicated Parking | Community Pool Kid’s Play Area | Jogging Track | Steam / Sauna 24x7 maintenance

OMR 525 ONWARDS

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304 sq.m | 3 Bed | 3 Bath | Maid’s Room Community Pool Private Backyard 24x7 maintenance

OMR 500 ONWARDS Al Madina Residence

New Build 1 & 2 Bed Apts

Elegant, centrally located 2 and 3 bed apartments that enjoy excellent community facilities including a large central swimming pool and gym. Just across the road from Al Fair, the commercial precinct and a host of restaurants.

Code: AMR Call: + 968 98116611 property@wjtowell.com

New build 1 and 2 bed apartments in Madinat Qaboos. Modern, yet elegant with superior finishes and a large living / dining area. Abundant storage– built in wardrobes for each bedroom and a store room.

Ideal for nuclear families / singles.

Code: BLK-4 Call: +968 98116611 property@wjtowell.com

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99 sq.m | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath 165 sq.m | 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Maid’s Room Community Pool | Gym 24x7 maintenance

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99 sq.m | 1 Bed | 1 Bath 129 sq.m | 2 Bed | 2 Bath Gym | Indoor Pool | Activity Hall 24x7 maintenance

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OMR 2,000 Al Qurum

Shatti Al Qurum

Beautifully finished villa of five bedrooms with all en suite bathrooms.

Very spacious living /dining area with sliding doors to the garden and pool.

Contact: 99107330 Ref.: VI5121 Email: muscat@hamptons.om

A charming 5 bedroom villa located right behind the Malaysian Embassy. Spacious bright open living room and a huge family hall.

Contact: 99107330Ref. VI5524 Email: muscat@hamptons.om

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A fitted kitchen with electrical appliances.

Garden with shrubs to the side of the villa.

Paved terrace off the living room and surrounding the pool.

Local area has small shopping area, children’s park plus a short walk to the beach.

OMR 1,800

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Spacious kitchen Store, laundry Maid’s room.

OMR 1,800 Shatti Al Qurum

Shatti Al Qurum

A fancy villa locate in Shatti Al Qurum with eight bedrooms with en suite bathroom. In ground there is a big living room plus closed fitted kitchen and a guest room. In first floor there are several bedrooms with one pantry. In second floor there are two bedrooms with en suite bathroom plus a storage. Ref.: VI5519 Contact: 99105373 Email: muscat@hamptons.om

A beautifuleight bedroom villa facing the beach.

Contact: 99105373 Ref.: VI5520 Email: muscat@hamptons.om

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• Located in a compound behind Crown Plaza Muscat Hotel.

• Spacious bedrooms.

• Nice view of the sea.

Closed fitted kitchen.

Children’s play area outside.

Central air-conditioning.

OMR 8,000

OMR 295,000 Al Khuwair

Al Mouj

Commercial building located in Al Khuwair 33 with a total leasable area of 1,404 sqm spread over ground, first and penthouse floors.

Contact: 98294204 Ref.: CB5482 Email: muscat@hamptons.om

Four bedroom spacious Triad Villa is for sale, located in Phase-1 and for those looking for modern living with space for all the family.

Ref.: VI5516 Contact: 98294202 Email: muscat@hamptons.om

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Shaded parking Prime location

OMR 8 PER SQM

Fully fitted kitchen Walk in wardrobes Swimming pool/ gardenideal for evening BBQs.

OMR 8 PER SQM Bausher

Al Khuwair

Office space for rent. Jenan Complex offers luxury office, retail and banquet facilities.

• Office units from 160 sqm to 20,000 sqm • 1,400 sqm of boutique mall • 3,000 sqm of banquet hall • Over 1,000 parking spaces on site, providing a rates of 1 space to 35sqm Contact: 98294204. Ref.: OF5296

Nawras Towers contains over 8,000 sqm of commercial office and retail mall. The commercial buildings face the Sultan Qaboos Highway and offer maximum visibility.

• Office units from 60 sqm to 4,622 sqm • Retail units from 90 sqm to 460 sqm Contact: 98294204 Ref.: OF5406

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Easy access to shopping plaza Basement parking

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P R O P E R T Y OMR 82,500

Lamar Bausher Discover your perfect home, stunning one bedroom apartment comes with an additional multipurpose room which can be used as a study room, a library, a bedroom, or just for storage. Contact: 98294202 Ref.: VI5338 Call: 98294202. muscat@hamptons.om

Plot of land for sale with plans and approval for construction. Sea view located in Al Ghubra North near Chedi Hotel. The building will be for commercial and Residential use. Construction quotation available from serious bidders. Property Ref. MP5442 Call: 98294202 muscat@hamptons.om

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OMR 475,000

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Communal facilities include 2 swimming pools Communal garden, children’s play area and convenience mall.

Secured basement parking and CCTV throughout the property.

Commercial and Residential 9 floor building for commercial and residential purposes. Building facing the Amrat Highway.Currently the shops and flats rented and the building will be sold as it is in condition along with the tenants. Land area of 200sqm and Build Upon Area of 2,070 Sqm. Property RefB 5460 Call: 98294202. muscat@hamptons.om

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1 BHK – 14 Flats 2 BHK - 9 Flats 5 Commercial shop on the ground floor.

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OMR 2,600,000

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• 3,082 sqm • 2Basemets + Ground floor + 8 floors • Master planned community • Commercial/ Residential

Salalah Oasis This is a unique opportunity to purchase individual land plots within a neighborhood that is located in a prime part of Salalah. The land sits directly on the main Sultan Qaboos Street in South Awqad near the Hilton Hotel and Resort and the new Shaza Salalah which is half way between the busy Salalah Free Zone/Salalah Port and Salalah Airport. Contact: 98294202

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OMR 1,500 Al Amarat

Alkhuwair

6 Bedroom Twin-Villa Brand New Brand New, Ideal for families Property reference no. AM-60/2/600 Call: 24600688 hilalproperties@hilalprp.com.om

4 Bedroom Twin-Villa (Commercial) Very good location (easy to access to shops and restaurant) Property reference no. AK-150/22/1500 Call: 24600688 hilalproperties@hilalprp.com.om

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With Balcony Car Parking

OMR 1,300

Good Location Car Parking

OMR 800 Madinat Qaboos

Azaiba

4 Bedroom Townhouse Attractive and Suitable for families Property reference no. MQ-130/22/1300 Call: 24600688 hilalproperties@hilalprp.com.om

5 Bedroom Twin-Villa Lovely villa with good interior design inside Property reference no. AZ-80/68/800 Call: 24600688 hilalproperties@hilalprp.com.om

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With Balcony Good location

OMR 750

Car Parking Balcony

OMR 600 The wave

Bareeq Shatti

2 Bedroom Apartment Elegant apartment and perfect location Property reference no. WA-750/3/750 Call: 24600688 hilalproperties@hilalprp.com.om

2 Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished and new furnitures Property reference no.

SQ-60/10/600 Call: 24600688 hilalproperties@hilalprp.com.om

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OMR 270 ONWARDS Salalah

Al Amerat

Villa for sale in Salalah Contact: 24222333 98889294 / 98633332

Luxury apartments Contact: 24222333 – 98889294

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Parking 2 living room Dining room 5 bedroom 7 bathroom 2 kitchen

OMR 550 ONWARDS

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2 bedroom or 3 bedroom Living room Kitchen Bathrooms

OMR 260 Salalah – Al Zahraa Tower

Al Mubeila

Own Luxury finishing apartment full furnished with appliances for the first time Installment starts from OMR 500 Contact: 24222333 98889294 / 98633332

Luxury apartments – new building Contact: 24222333 – 98889294

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Full furnished Appliances for the first time

OMR 110,000

2 bedroom Living room A kitchen Bathrooms Intercom CCTV

OMR 250 Al Amerat

Al Amerat

Twin Villa in Al Amerat, for sale OMR 110,000 for rent OMR 800, area 315sqm Contact: 24222333 98889294 / 98633332

Apartments in Al Amerat behind Sultan Center - prime location Contact: 24222333, 98889321

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4 bedroom 5 bathroom 2 living room Kitchen Store

OMR 135,000

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2 bedroom Living room Kitchen Bathrooms

OMR 275 TO 365 Al Mawaleh

Al Khuwair 42

Twin Villa for sale in Al Mawaleh Area 315 sqm Contact: 24222333 98889294 / 98633332

Luxury apartments prime location, parking for each apartment.

Contact: 24222333, 98889294

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4 bedroom 5 bathroom 2 living room Kitchen Store

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2 bedroom Living room Kitchen Bathrooms

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OMR 600,000

Muscat Hills 2 storey 5 bedroom Villa in Muscat Hills with Golf course view, swimming pool and an additional independent maid’s quarter outside the house. The Villa is developed on a plot size of 1131 sq. meters with total Built up Area of 445 sq. meters. Contact :Shajan 99222963

Luxury Villa of 6 bedrooms available at Shatti Al Qurum near Al Araimi Mosque.

Call: 99441516 Tel.: 2464 3816

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OMR 350

• Covered Car parking ( 5 cars can be parked inside) • A big parking area of 50 + cars in front of the Villa.

• Maid’s quarter inside and outside the house

OMR 1,800

Shatti Al Qurum

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Bousher Ten floor commercial building, consists of 36 2 BHK flats with 3 bathrooms each.Deluxe finishes. Elegant showroom & basement, work well for offices & supermarkets. Showroom 260 & basement 500 square meter available at RO.10/Call: 99415522-92841199-24488075 khalid@dar-arabia.com

• Vast front parking • With split & central A/Cs • Easy access to supermarket

OMR 1,925

• Spacious Rooms • Prime Location

CBD Area Furnished Office space available next to Chamber of commerce.

Contact : 99314330 and 98157340

• Three floors of 730 Square meters area available.

• Excellent finishes • Centralized air-conditioning • Kitchen cabinets • Municipality Paid Parking

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OMR 28,000 Shaden Al Hail

Duraa Tower 3, Mabellah

Lifestyle development in North Al Hail. Phase 1 completed with 167 units of 1 BHK, 2 BHK, 3 BHK and duplexes. Phase 2 available for sale now with 1,2 BHK. Call: 92939044

Tower 1 & 2 completely sold with 24 hours security & maintenance team, 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.

Call: 92939044

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Private parking 24 hrs security & maintenance Gym Swimming Pool

OMR 650 ONWARDS

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24 hrs security & maintenance

OMR 350 - 750 Rehab, Al Mawaleh

Shaden Al Hail

Community living with facilities like swimming pool, gym, kids play area, private parking space. 4 bedroom villa with 2 private parkings, 24 hrs securitry and maintenance.

Call: 92939044

167v units of 1,2,3 bedrooms and duplexes, lifestyle community living, 24 hrs security , maintenance. Upcoming Hypermarket next door by mid 2016.

Call: 92939044

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Swimming pool, gym and kids play area Private parkings

OMR 210

Parking Security guard Split A/c Upcoming Hypermarket Gym & Swimming Pool

OMR 500 ONWARDS Dura Tower 2

Tilal Complex

Leasing instead of sale. 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms. Al Mabellah residential flat.

Call: 92939044

1,2,3 bedrooms. Exclusive Tilal residences at Muscat Grand Mall.

Call: 92939044

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24 hrs security & maintenance Family hall

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Parking area Security available Maintenance Shopping mall Gym & swimming pool

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OMR 350 Al Affiyya Towers

Jalan House

2 BR premium apartments adjacent to Indian School Wadi Kabir, primary section. Ideal for families.

Contact: 96093469

2 BR commercial/residential apartments in an excellent location in Al Khuwair. Close to Avenues Mall, Muscat Grand Mall and Al Khuwair service road.

Contact: 96093469

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Excellent finishes Split airconditioners Kitchen cabinets Only few flats left

OMR 1,500

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Suitable for families Commercial flats also available Easy access from Sultan Qaboos Road Basement car parking

OMR 300 Jalan House

Madinat Sultan Qaboos

200 sq.m of office space available for rent. Excellent location with easy access to Sultan Qaboos road. Close to Avenues Mall, Muscat Grand Mall and Al Khuwair service road.

Contact: 96534127

2 BR and 1 BR apartments.

This property is adjacent to Arab Open University.

Contact: 96093469

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Basement car parking Public parking space in front of the building Excellent location

OMR 350

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Suitable for families Easy access from/to Muscat Express way

OMR 500 Mawaleh

Mawaleh

2 BR premium apartments ideal for families. The property is close to Hotel Holiday Inn and City Center Muscat. Only few flats left.

Contact: 96093469

Office space of around 75 sq.m available. Easy access to Sultan Qaboos road.

Contact: 96093469

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Excellent finishes Split airconditioners Kitchen cabinets Easy access to Sultan Qaboos Road

OMR 2,500

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Open office space of around 60 sq.m Manager’s room of 15 sq.m Attached washroom for the manager’s room Only three units left

OMR 25,000 Villa near Qurum Beach

Al Affiyya Complex

Commercial villa in a premium location with 8 bedrooms and 3 spacious halls.

Contact: 96534127

Newly constructed residential/ commercial complex with apartments and showrooms with split air-conditioners. Can be used for staff accommodation.

Contact: 96534127

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Also ideal for large families Walkable distance from Qurum beach Close to Crowne Plaza Hotel

Showrooms – 49 2 BR apartments – 9 1 BR apartments – 23 Excellent finishes

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OMR 1,500 Villa for Rent

Al Khuwair 33

The four bedroom villa is a unique modern accommodation. Located adjacent to the Al Khoud Souq, featuring four bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, large living room with dining area, kitchen, and small garden.

Call: 24613475/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

Welcome home to this four bedroom, five bathroom furnished villa for rent. This home is located in Al Khuwair 33. The floor plan offers a great room with kitchen, dining and living area that flows seamlessly to a an spacious villa. 4 bedroom with 5 bathrooms and a maid room.

Call: 24613745/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

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Easy access to market Small garden Parking Balcony

OMR 300,000

4 bedroom 5 wahroom 5 car parking Fully furnished

OMR 450 Villa for Sale

Azaiba Sun Rise

The Six Bedroom Villa is a unique modern accommodation. Located in the Madinat Sultan Qaboos, featuring Six bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, large living room with dining area, kitchen. Prime residential area with easy accessibility to highway and express way.

Call: 24613475/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

3 Bedroom en-suite bathrooms.

Open Kitchen with dining.

2 Balcony.

Call: 24613475/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

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6 Bedroom Attached bathrooms Accessibility to highway and express way Small balconies

OMR 450

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OMR 340,000 Sama Al Qurum

Twin Villa Azaiba

This gorgeous 2BR flat in Qurum offers an ideal floor plan for the extended family. Features include design, formal dining room, master bedroom, bonus room, built-ins and lovely interiors.

24613475/93507193 info@alhuda-re.com

Twin villa of four bedroom with five bathroom for sale. This home is located in Al Azaiba. The floor plan offers a great room with kitchen, dining and living area that flows seamlessly to a an spacious villa. Prime residential area with easy accessibility to highway and express way.

24613475/99760235 info@alhuda-re.com

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2 bedroom High finish interior Dinning space in kitchen Parking

4 bedroom 5 washroom Small playing area Balcony

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THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE BUILDING A SWIMMING POOL STORY HANEEN AL LAWATI

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uilding an indoor pool in your house can be a fascinating idea and many people build swimming pools in their basements; however, having that amount of water in a basement can cause problems such as damp and humidity. We all know that building a swimming pool is a huge investment as it costs a lot of money and takes a lot of space. Whether you build it indoors or outdoors, using concrete or fibreglass, infinity edge or lap pool, there are a few things to consider before or while building a swimming pool.

IS YOUR SITE READY FOR A POOL? Ground conditions might make everything a bit harder or a bit easier; for example, having rocky or unstable soil

makes building a pool much harder.

The size and location of the house will determine the size and shape of the pool. If your house is surrounded by other houses or buildings and you’d like to shade your pool for some privacy, then your options on where to place the pool are very limited.

WHERE SHOULD YOU PLACE THE POOL? A swimming pool tends to give the house a magical look so one of the things to consider when deciding where to put the pool is its view from inside the house. You need to have some space around the pool for some pool accessories as well as a place for showers. You will also need to build screens to shelter the pool from wind

exposure that might make the water colder in the winter.

ABOVE OR BELOW GROUND? In-ground pools gives you a more permanent feel than above-ground pools; however, they’re more expensive. In case you have a steep site, it would be much easier and cheaper to build an above-ground fibreglass pool with a surrounding deck. If you’re renting a house and want a temporary pool, then DIY models that can be disassembled are great as you can take them with you wherever you go.

MATERIALS TO USE The two most popular materials used in pools are fibreglass and concrete.

One of the strongest and most durable

pools are made of steel-reinforced inground concrete; however, advances in fibreglass has increased it’s longevity and strength. While concrete offers flexibility in terms of size and shape, the range of sizes, shapes, and colours in fibreglass are increasing. Fibreglass composite pools are more flexible than concrete which makes them a good option for places with earthquakes.

CHEMICAL CLEANING This is for people who dislike pool chemicals. The natural pool is a new trend nowadays as it gives your pool and garden a more natural look. These in-ground pools are lined but rely on natural processes and filtering including plants to keep the pool clean.

—lifestyle@timesofoman.com

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OMR 49,000 & 54,000 Al-Khuwair

Sama Athaiba Building

Brand New 4 villas for sale land area 180 m 2 and the construction area of 370 m 2 and each villa consists of 5 rooms with en-suite bathrooms.

Call: 99882765, 95056808 WhatsApp: 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com

1&2 BHK For Sale * 1000/-R.O For Booking + 10% Down Payment + Complete flexibility for the remaining amount in installments until the date of completion of construction 11/30/2017*. Call: 99882765, 95056808 WhatsApp: 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com •

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One Maid room with bathroom.

Split Unit Two parking spaces inside the villa.

OMR 225, 275

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Windows with aluminum double glazed reflective glasses Porcelain tiles High quality kitchen

OMR 370 Mumtaz Building

Al-Affiyya Towers

A Reasonable prices flats for rent in Mumtaz area, 1BHK + 2 BHK with Security system.

Call: 97201688-99882765 Whatsapp – 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com

Brand new building located in Wadi Kabir Area, Out of a total of 111 flats in the building, 43 flats are vacant. All the flats are 2 bedroom flats. Each flat will be provided with one parking space in the basement on an exclusive basis.

Call: 97201688-99882765 Whatsapp – 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com

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Luxury finishes Competitive prices Prime location

OMR 20 PER M2

Competitive prices Prime location Different sizes

OMR 3.5 PER M2 Rawan Center Al-Khoud

Al Noor Tower

Offices & showrooms for rent in Al-Khoud.

Call: 97201688-99882765 Whatsapp – 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com

Al-Noor Tower – Offices & Flats for rent ( Price is 3.2 OMR per M2 / 240 – 325 OMR for 1&2 BHK) Spacious office spaces & flats in Ghala for rent, Ready for booking.

Call: 99882765, 94051789 Whatsapp – 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com

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Competitive prices Prime location Different sizes Negotiable

OMR 425

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Prime location Different sizes Reasonable Prices

OMR 150 TO 450 Salam Residence

Mabelah Industrial Area

Fully furnished 2 Bedrooms + Maid room in Bousher for rent.

Call: 97201688-99882765 Whatsapp – 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com

Shops & flats for rent. 49 Unit of shops, Rent is 450 R.O, Unit size 34 SQ. 23 Unit of Studio flats, Rent is 150 R.O. 2 Units of 1 BR flats Rent is 200 R.O. 7 Units of 2BR Flats Rent is 250 R.O. Call: 97201688-94051789 Whatsapp – 94518887 info@salmanproperties.com

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Luxury finishes Competitive prices Prime location

Luxury finishes Competitive prices Prime location

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Call: 99438912 / 92343453 / 91404906

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OMR 350

Azaiba Gardens Location near Azaiba Mall Selected two bedroom flats RO 450/-

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231 Apartments with basement parking Party hall for 120 people | Gym for men / women | Childrens playground | Central Gas System | Central Satellite system | Jogging track on rooftop | Shaded swimming pool

OMR 300 ONWARDS

Raha 1

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Location – Al Khuwair behind Danube Selected single bedroom flats RO 350/Shared swimming pool & Gym (Ladies and Gents)

Full time watchman and maintanance Horizon Gym life long membership for tenant.

Call: 99438912 / 92343453 / 91404906

OMR 600 s lla Vi 3 st La

Bait Al Zafran

Raha Residency

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Location - Alkhuwair opposite Best Western Hotel 2 Bedroom – OMR 400 / month 1 Bedroom – OMR 300 per month Swimming pool, full time watch man and maintenance crew

Call: 99438912 / 92343453 / 91404906

Location – Al Hail behind Pan Furniture 16 villa complex OMR 600 Playground for kids

Shared swimming pool & Gym (Ladies and Gents) Well maintanined garden

Call: 99438912 / 92343453 / 91404906

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OMR 250 Commercial space

Al Amerat

Shops for rent of 10x4 sq for 300 rials negotiable. Back side warehouse available 1000 sq. for rent 2 rials per meter.

Call: 92313167 amirat-gate-rs@hotmail.com

Commercial building for rent in Al Amerat phase 6 in main community hub.

Call: 92313167 amirat-gate-rs@hotmail.com

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Commercial space Shop Warehouse

OMR 250

Access to commercial area Near school and masjid Watchman

OMR 250 Al Amerat

Amerat

Commercial building in Al Amerat phase 5. Commercial or residential use. Flats includes 2 bedroom and majlis with 2 washrooms and kitchen.

Call: 92313167 amirat-gate-rs@hotmail.com

Commercial space for rent in Al Amerat in phase 4 behind masjid and Omani School.

Call: 92313167 amirat-gate-rs@hotmail.com

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Parking Watchman Access to all facilities

OMR 230

Main locality Near to population Appropriate for all type of commercial use

OMR 150 Mabellah

Al Amerat

Commercial and residential space in Seeb Mabellah 2 bedroom flat with attached washroom. Commercials space for rent for shops 350.

Call: 92313167 amirat-gate-rs@hotmail.com

Commercial space available for shop and office in the heart of Al Amerat commercial area.

Call: 92313167 amirat-gate-rs@hotmail.com

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Watchman Parking Split AC Access to mobility

OMR 850

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Access to highway Open space Electricity and water supply

OMR 80,000 Al Khoud

Villa in Mabella

Commercial shops for rent in Al Khoud main market.

Call: 92313167 amirat-gate-rs@hotmail.com

Twin villa in Al Mabella phase 8. Villa separated by 2 meters. Compound size of each villa is 320 meters and construction size is 309 meters.

Call: 92313167 amirat-gate-rs@hotmail.com

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Lounge with washroom High end finish Wooden work 2bedroom with attached washroom

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