Vertu Resort

Vertu Resort @ Aspen Vision City is a freehold condominium located at Lebuhraya Bandar Cassia, Batu Kawan, Penang. This residential development is a part of Aspen Vision City which is a mixed development project that comprises residential and commercial properties and is poised as the next integrated Central Business District of Penang. Vertu Resort is the second phase and the first resort-inspired high-rise residential development in Aspen Vision City and it is developed by Aspen Group. Besides, it is also the first condominium project in Seberang Prai with a Green Building Index (GBI) certification.

The main purpose of this building is to allow their residents to live in a resort-like style without leaving the comfort of home. With that, the project comes with various facilities such as a 152 metre swimming pool, Jacuzzi, gymnasium, rock climbing adventure, reflexology corner and more. Since Vertu Resort marketed and delivered the idea of living an extraordinary life, residents can expect a lot more resort-inspired facilities that solidify your vision. Accessibility and convenience are also the main idea of Vertu Resort, with a dedicated green walkway that provides residents direct access to the 25-arce Central Island Park. There will be a large catchment consisting of students and professionals in that area.

Being in Penang’s third satellite city, Batu Kawan, Vertu Resort is located strategically at the landing point of the Second Penang Bridge which is also known as Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge and is networked to many neighbouring township such as Simpang Ampat, Bayan Lepas, Batu Maung, Seberang Prai, Juru, Bukit Tambun, Bukit Mertajam and Butterworth. There are also nearby schools which are easy to reach like Bandar Cassia’s Schools, SK Batu Kawan and SMK Batu Kawan. Besides that, the upcoming KDU University College is set to be built beside the Aspen Vision City. On top of that, there will be more upcoming amenities which include IKEA, Commercial Precinct, Columbia Asia Hospital and Central Island Park. Other amenities include government offices, post office, banks, restaurants, cafes, parks, Butterworth Wharves, railway stations, Bandar Cassia Interchange, Tambun Interchange, Batu Kwan City Stadium and more.

Facilities featured in this freehold condominium includes wading pools, swimming pools, lap pool, children’s playground, gymnasium, rock climbing adventure, landscaped gardens, fitness corner, reflexology corner, yoga deck, Jacuzzi, BBQ area, alfresco area, games area, cabana, reading lounge, BBQ area, library, karaoke room, function room, water features, lounge and pavilions. Besides that, there is a 200,000 sq. ft. Landscape deck at the 8^th floor, which is also known as recreational floor. To provide a maximum protection to their residents, Vertu Resort is equipped with comprehensive multi-tier security with around the click security surveillance. Vertu Resort is also equipped with handicap access ramp for the less-abled residents.

This freehold residential building covering a total of 7.17 arces of land. There are a total of 5 high-rise towers ranging from 29 to 42 storey. Hence, one might be able to get some pretty scenic views of sea, penang island as well as natural surrounding. Vertu Resort carries a total of 1,282 residential units and it offers various types of layouts ranging from 1,030 sq ft to 1,290 sq ft for their buyers to choose from. The smallest built-up will be Type A with 3 bedrooms while the biggest built-up will be Type D with 4 bedrooms. All the units are oriented to be north or south facing for natural ventilation and lighting. In addition, the smaller bedroom is flexible to convert into a study room, nursery and more. There will be around 8 to 12 units per floor and each unit is in the move-in condition with furniture and electrical appliances.

The selling price is set at RM 398,000 and above with the indicative price of RM 350 – RM 380 psf. As of February 2016, 30% of the units of Vertu Resort have been sold since its preview was opened on mid-January. Vartu Resort is targeted to complete on the first quarter of 2020.

Other prestigious projects developed by the developer include Beacon Executive Suites Penang and Tri Pinnacle. Besides, the other projects around the area that might be worth checking out include Quayside, Mira Residence, All Seasons Park, Imperial Residences @ Sungai Ara and Marinox Sky Villas.