Case Study: Creative Couple from Brighton Finds Their Muse — and Investment — at Manarat Living 3, Saadiyat Island
“They weren’t just looking for ROI. They were looking for soul. Saadiyat gave them both.”
🌍 Why Brighton to Abu Dhabi Makes More Sense Than You’d Think
Sophie and Daniel, both in their late 30s, run a boutique digital agency from a co-working loft in Brighton. They’re not your average investors — their choices are driven by design, environment, and future lifestyle goals.
“We’ve never really resonated with the typical buy-to-let strategy,” Daniel said. “We wanted a space we could grow into, escape to, and still feel creatively connected.”
They considered Lisbon and Barcelona, but the tax complexity and inconsistent property rules turned them off. Then, during a short stopover in Abu Dhabi in 2023, everything shifted.
That’s when they visited Saadiyat Island — and discovered Manarat Living 3.
🏡 Discovering Manarat Living 3 – Where Culture, Calm, and Capital Meet
Developed by Aldar, Manarat Living 3 is part of the Saadiyat Cultural District, home to institutions like the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the upcoming Guggenheim.
What made the project stand out?
- ✅ Sleek, minimal architecture with sustainable features
- ✅ Studios to 3-bedroom apartments in a low-rise format
- ✅ Access to creative hubs, art spaces, and waterfront zones
- ✅ Walkable community with cycling tracks and curated retail
- ✅ Minutes from NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Beach, and Manarat Al Saadiyat
- ✅ Smart post-handover payment plans and 0% property tax for UK investors
“We looked around and said — this feels like a creative haven, not just an investment block,” Sophie said.
🇬🇧 How Aeon & Trisl UK Helped Turn a Feeling Into a Future
When they got back to the UK, they didn’t sit on it. They reached out to Aeon & Trisl UK, seeking:
- A property that matched their aesthetic values
- Real numbers (not just brochures) on Saadiyat’s rental appeal
- A breakdown of Aldar’s payment terms and Golden Visa thresholds
- Help understanding sustainability certifications and eco-property demand
- A hands-on but remote purchase process, with full legal support
The Aeon & Trisl UK team delivered all that and more — and within 30 days, the couple had reserved a 1-bedroom apartment with a community view terrace at Manarat Living 3.
📈 Results They’re Already Feeling
While the unit won’t be handed over until 2026, they’ve already experienced:
- ✅ 11% value appreciation within the first year
- ✅ Steady demand from NYU faculty and remote workers
- ✅ A clear strategy for converting to short-term stays for creatives
- ✅ Residency eligibility via investment
- ✅ Future flexibility — they plan to spend winters there starting 2027
“It’s the first investment we’ve made that doesn’t feel transactional,” said Daniel. “It feels personal, purposeful — and still financially smart.”
🧭 Why Saadiyat Island Appeals to a New Kind of UK Buyer
Saadiyat isn’t just beachfront. It’s curated, cultural, and community-focused — the kind of zone that ages gracefully while appreciating steadily.
Who it’s ideal for:
- Creative professionals and digital nomads
- UK buyers wanting peace, prestige, and performance
- Art collectors and second-home seekers
- Long-term planners looking for Golden Visa perks with rental upside
📘 Related: Why UK Buyers Are Turning to Abu Dhabi’s Cultural District
🌟 Final Thoughts – When Property Feels Like Home, Even Before It’s Built
Sophie and Daniel didn’t go shopping for just another apartment. They looked for:
✔️ A feeling
✔️ A space that aligned with their lifestyle
✔️ And a developer (Aldar) and advisor (Aeon & Trisl) they could trust
And they found all of that in Manarat Living 3 — a place where their story continues, even from afar.
“Sometimes the best investments aren’t loud. They’re soulful. They’re yours,” Sophie said.
🔍 Interested in Manarat Living 3?
See the full project:
👉 Manarat Living 3 at Saadiyat Island
Speak with Aeon & Trisl UK today — and discover cultural-luxury property investment in Abu Dhabi.
