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Set just thirty meters from the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Aqaba, this delightful 40-square-meter whitewashed cabana offers an intimate front-row seat to the relaxed rhythm of Dahab. Constructed in a traditional Bedouin style, the compact single-room layout maximizes space and airiness with natural stone elements, rustic timber accents, and high ceilings that keep the interior naturally cool. Designed as a simple, low-maintenance coastal hideaway, the property features a open-plan living and sleeping space alongside a neat, functional bathroom. The private shaded patio serves as an outdoor living room, ideal for morning coffees or watching the red-hued Sinai mountains catch the last evening light. It represents an exceptional entry point into red sea property ownership for artists, remote workers, or ocean lovers seeking simplicity.
For international buyers, navigating real estate in South Sinai involves specific local legal frameworks. Under Egyptian law, foreign nationals can acquire real estate in the Sinai Peninsula through long-term usufruct agreements (typically up to 50 years, renewable) registered with local municipal authorities, rather than absolute freehold title. This well-established legal leasehold structure allows non-Egyptians to enjoy full peaceful possession, rental use, or resale rights during the term. Given the remarkably accessible price point of 850,000 EGP, this cabana presents an unbeatable opportunity to secure an authentic coastal retreat with minimal overhead costs and strong prospective appeal for long-term rental or personal getaway use.
Step outside your front door and you are moments away from some of the most celebrated underwater landscapes in the world. The coast directly in front of the property transitions from golden sand and polished pebbles into a serene, shallow reef flat ideal for effortless snorkelling and swimming. A short walking distance along the seafront boardwalk brings you to famous dive spots like Eel Garden and the central Lighthouse Bay, where colorful soft corals and diverse marine life flourish just off the shore. The constant light breeze across the Gulf makes Dahab an international hub for windsurfing and kitesurfing, particularly around the sheltered sandy spits of the nearby Dahab Lagoon, located just ten minutes south.
The surrounding neighborhood of Eel Garden and northern Assalah combines a laid-back, community-focused vibe with easy access to modern conveniences. Local markets, fresh fruit stands, and organic bakeries in Assalah offer everyday staples, while Ghazala Supermarket provides imported goods. The pedestrianized seaside strip is lined with bohemian, cushion-strewn cafes and seafood grills such as Everyday Cafe and Yalla Bar, where residents linger over fresh mint tea and local fish. Travel logistics are straightforward: Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) lies approximately 85 kilometers south via a scenic desert highway, taking about an hour by private taxi or shared shuttle, while daily intercity coaches from the Go Bus terminal connect Dahab directly to Cairo.
Around the property
🏝️ The beach
Sheltered Gulf of Aqaba reef flat with crystal-clear turquoise waters
- Sand
- Golden fine sand with smooth pebble shorelines near the water's edge
- Water
- Warm, transparent Aqaba sea with vibrant offshore coral gardens
🍽️ Eat & drink nearby
- ·Everyday Cafe for seaside coffee and wifi
- ·Yalla Bar for casual fresh seafood on the water
- ·Ali Baba Restaurant for traditional grilled fish
- ·Shark Restaurant for relaxed oceanfront dining
🛍️ Shops & markets
- ·Ghazala Supermarket for daily groceries
- ·Assalah Local Market for fresh produce and spices
- ·Lighthouse Souk for handcrafted Bedouin jewelry and textiles
✈️ Getting there
- ·Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) - 85 km / 60 mins drive
- ·Go Bus Terminal (Mashraba) - 2 km / 5 mins by taxi
- ·Dahab Bus Station - 3 km / 7 mins by taxi
🏄 Things to do
- ·Freediving at the iconic Blue Hole
- ·Windsurfing and kitesurfing at the Dahab Lagoon
- ·Desert camel treks through Wadi Gnai
- ·Scuba diving along the Eel Garden reef
- ·Sunrise hikes up Mount Sinai







