Philippine Daily Inquirer

Alviera creates the perfect setting for bonding, recreation

- By Theresa S. Samaniego

T HE SOOTHING beauty of nature enhanced by the comfort of modernity awaits at this newfound oasis.

A one-of a kind playground that is the 1,100-hectare Alviera in Pampanga is where one can relish the majestic view of the Porac mountain ranges over a morning exercise, or while chatting with closest friends and family, thus serving not only as a grand backdrop, but a natural stress reliever as well.

Indeed, the Alviera, which is being developed by real estate giant Ayala Land Inc. in partnershi­p with Leonio Land, accords the weary urbanite a sanctuary where a once barren land is being turned into the primary business, leisure, institutio­nal, residentia­l and recreation­al destinatio­n in Central Luzon.

Set to rise at the heart of Alviera would be the Alviera Country Club, which will serve as focal point, a place where people can converge and indulge on the things they most love. The club is designed to be a place where people feel that they can authentica­lly be themselves and be part of it in a real way.

Banking on the place's innate beauty, the whole Alviera Country Club will showcase the best that nature has to offer. It is not a stage set, not something artificial but something where people belong.

Luxury destinatio­n

Rising at the most prime location at the Alviera Estate, the six-hectare Alviera Country Club proves no less to be the "pièce de résistance" as it encapsulat­es the kind of modern, sophistica­ted lifestyle that awaits residents.

"The Country Club's lush grounds, set against the breathtaki­ng views of Alviera, tie the estate together and offer a perfect setting for its members to gather together and commune with nature," Alviera General Manager John Estacio noted.

The Alviera Country Club, which is the first facility of this scale and kind in the province, is envisioned to become the main luxury destinatio­n in the region, offering a complete line of facilities for sports, games, relaxation, meetings and events, and thus revolution­izing the way people see and understand the true concept of indulging in club facilities of this scale and proportion.

Designed by the renowned Leandro V. Locsin & Partners, the structure is rooted in convergenc­e, with every space designed to allow people to connect with themselves and with others.

"The goal was to create a place where people feel that they can authentica­lly be themselves and be part of it in a real way, it doesn't feel contrived or artificial-it's somewhere people feel they belong," said design consultant Leandro "Andy" Y. Locsin Jr.

Built not just in nature but with nature, the club is designed to complement its natural surroundin­gs, thus making it the perfect setting for individual­s and families to recharge and reconnect with each other and with nature.

"At the Alviera Country Club, it is recreation done in perfect harmony with nature. The seamless connection between today's modern technology and the healing power of nature is what makes this club a cut above the rest and truly special," Estacio noted.

The entire property, which is surrounded by nature's natural beauty, serves as a perfect setting for a unique, one-of-a-kind country club exper ience.

Since the property is highly accessible via the North Luzon Expressway, Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway, Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway, and other local major road networks, the Alviera Country Club is a relatively easy drive from Metro Manila and from other areas in the Central Luzon region. And with Clark Internatio­nal Airport and Subic Bay Internatio­nal Freeport being near, access from overseas is possible as well.

Exclusive amenities

But what is expected to make the Alviera Country Club unparallel­ed once fully operationa­l, are its exclusive, wellthough­t out amenities and first-rate facilities that are sure to provide club members the rare opportunit­y to unwind and recover from life's daily grind.

The club will have specialty restaurant­s, a kids zone, pools, sports, wellness and entertainm­ent facilities and even an events pavilion, all of which are guaranteed to help provide the weary urbanite the much needed break.

Kids will find a trip to the club a treat as it is bursting with amenities that are designed to give them a grand time such as a kiddie pool, a water park complete with water jets, fountains, a slide and splash pods, indoor and outdoor play areas.

Serving as the centerpiec­e of all the club's amenities is the pool which features a network of various cooling pods including a 6-lane lap pool, a lounge pool, a kiddie pool, among others. Those who choose a more active lifestyle meanwhile would have the liberty to choose from the wide selection of sports facilities that include an indoor and outdoor tennis courts, badminton courts, multi-sport court for basketball, futsal and volleyball, and an open turf mound for frisbee and other outdoor events.

The Alviera Country Club will also come with a complete gym, dance studio, wellness spa, Jacuzzi and steam bath facilities.

There's never a dull moment at the club as apart from the great adventures and good food that members can look forward to, ALI has also provided an assortment of entertainm­ent facilities such as a billiard hall, KTV rooms, theater rooms and even a game and arcade room.

A number of pavilions is also made available for members to use whether for corporate or social gatherings. The club has a spacious boardroom, meeting rooms, a multi-purpose hall, an al-fresco café, and one grand hall that can be divided into two ballrooms and can fit 500-600 guests with a pre-function area overlookin­g the central courtyard.

Currently, Alviera has already started selling shares for the club.

Indeed, the Alviera Country Club offers an all exclusive respite where one can rekindle his love affair with nature without having to give up the modern convenienc­es-a sanctuary where one gets to appreciate nature anew, a place where one can have the luxury to enjoy quality time with their family or to simply de-stress and rejuvenate from life's uncertaint­ies.

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