Sentosa Heights: For the privileged few

MANILA, Philippines - There’s always something about the Lion city state that keeps its visitors coming back for more. Singapore, one of Asia’s leading economies, has everything from family fun, nightlife and entertainment, nature, arts and culture, dining -- all within this island state.

A lot can be said, too, about Sentosa Heights, the most prestigious property in South Forbes Golf City, the country’s largest fully-integrated and all-themed golf resort city at the forefront of the Metro Sta. Rosa – Tagaytay corridor, and recipient of the Best Golf Community Development by the 2007 CNBC International Property Awards, the world’s most prestigious property awards programme, and, recently, the Highly Commended Award for Best Development by the 2010 Bloomberg Asia-Pacific Residential Award.

Sentosa Heights, taking its name from Singapore’s most popular island resort, is meant for a privileged few -- the crème de la crème. Only an allocated 29 lots, with an average area of 1000 square meters each, will have the coveted advantage of waking up to a spectacular sunrise-to-sunset experience, a cool and unobstructed Tagaytay-like breeze from the upper hills, and a magnificent view of the manicured fairways of a world-class golf course.

With its exclusive nature of having limited lots and its location surrounded by nothing but the fairway, it realizes the Malay definition of sentosa, which means peace and tranquility.

The Raffles house is all about the view. Every room has a well-appointed corner where one can appreciate the beauty of nature, either through full glass panels while staying indoors or al fresco while at a cozy balcony where one can lounge about. Surely, the cool, gentle breeze, the melodious birdsong, and the relaxing view can lull one to sleep in an instant.

One can already catch a glimpse of the exciting features of the home even from the road with a feature glass wall by the main door. Awe is the word as soon as one enters the Raffles with a high-ceilinged living area and a view of the blue sky at the end of the hallway. The flight of stairs leading to the lowest level reveals an infinity-edge pool with the golf course as a backdrop. It is simply stunning.

The most impressive, nay intrepid, among all model homes in South Forbes, and perhaps any other development, is the Stamford, that conforms to the steep slope where it is built, allowing it to have 2 upper levels and 3 lower levels.

Where else can you find a gated community that has no walls yet still promises of security, exclusivity, and prestige? No place but Sentosa Heights. Move in right here, right now. Call 635-7777 or 631-8855 for a free city tour or log on to www.southforbes.com for more information.