MBC’s Oud Akhdar adds dramatic appeal to Dh12.6 million Saadiyat Island villa – in pictures

The veranda of the Dh12.6 million Saadiyat Island villa that is on the market right now. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

The Oud Akhdar film crew stayed at the villa for a week initially and then returned several weeks later for 10 days. The show later aired during Ramadan last year. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

The current owner is hoping that the villa’s central role in the Arabic drama would entice buyers. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

Above, the hallway which leads to the dining area and two living rooms. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

Above, the masters bedroom. A quick look around the five-bedroom villa reveals just what the makers of Oud Akhdar found so appealing. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

The villa includes a courtyard-style garden, a patio and a large swimming pool. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

Its new owners can invite a whole party of friends for a dip in the villa's large swimming pool. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National

Above, a scene from the Arabic drama Oud Akhdar. Courtesy MBC

To viewers of MBC's Oud Akhdar, this five-bedroom villa on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi may appear familiar. Take a tour of this Dh12.6 million residence extensively featured in the Arabic drama.