Realty Check
Presenting this month’s hottest properties for another place to call home.
OCEAN PORTOFINO
PATTAYA, THAILAND
Billed as the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia, Ocean Marina Yacht
Club has played a key role in promoting the yachting lifestyle through its hosting of the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show since 2012. The club is also renowned as being Thailand’s first world-class marina and has been the official venue of many international sporting events. A key component of the club is Ocean Portofino, a 36-storey tower that houses 268 units of one-, two- and four-bedroom fully furnished apartments, with sizes ranging from 80sqm to 313sqm. Residents will have access to a concierge, hotel service provided by the club and 24-hour security. Situated on Jomtien Beach, Ocean Portofino is an hour’s drive from Suvarnabhumi International Airport and 10 minutes from downtown Pattaya. Price: from 6.9 million baht via Ocean Property
THE ISLAND AT EMERALD BAY
JOHOR BAHRU, MALAYSIA
It’s all about intimacy and exclusivity. There are only 12 villas here, each surrounded by lush foliage and with its own private yacht berth, lift and pool.
This maritime development’s waterlock enables owners to set sail into the straits and the blue yonder at all times. The Island’s three-storey villas follow a tropical architectural style, such as the use of natural construction materials, ventilated roof spaces and elongated open plans, to help keep occupants cool even on the sunniest days. The interior abounds with thoughtful touches as well, from floor-to-ceiling windows that allow maximum views and natural light, to a lavish master suite on the top floor with its own lounge, bathroom and walk-in wardrobe. A scenic bridge links The
Island to the main Emerald Bay estate, where villa residents can enjoy even more exclusive facilities such as green spaces with picnic tables and barbecue areas, sandy beaches, cycling and walking trails, and a clubhouse. The second link between Singapore and Johor is a mere 10-minute drive away. Price: from RM8.2 million via BRDB Developments
GOLD COAST RESIDENCES
HONG KONG
Space is a premium in Hong Kong, so having access to one of the city’s largest outdoor free-form swimming pools is a boon. And it’s just one of the perks of leasing a home here. With Central just a 30-minute drive away and neighbours from all over the world, Gold Coast Residences is as convenient and cosmopolitan as one can get. Following a Mediterranean theme, the lease-only Marina Villas collection comprises duplex penthouses with four bedrooms, three-bedroom apartments and duplex garden villas with private gardens. And you’ll find the ideal berth at the nearby Gold Coast Yacht & Country Club, which can accommodate sizes ranging from jet skis to 60m megayachts.
Price: from HK$48,000 a month via
Hong Kong Gold Coast Leasing Office. New tenants will receive a complimentary one-year Gold Coast Yacht & Country Club membership.