LIVING THE POSH LIFE

Iwanna be a millionaire so freaking bad... Bruno Mars' chart-topping hit came to mind the minute I stepped into the marbledconfines of the 2-storey BayRocks Bungalow Villa that had been designated asmy overnight abode one weekend at Sunway South Quay.

Mom! This place's like Teen Cribs! my 13-year oldgirl whispered in awe when we were given a quick tour of the palatial villa. Especially one with a dedicated glassed-in lift inside!

Who wouldn't want to lounge in such cosy and classy confines?

Elegantly accentuated with opulentmarble, timber and natural stones, I had to admit that ourprecocious little miss was spot on. Imagine two spacious living rooms and ! an elega nt dining room filled with modernpseudo-European furnishings, designer wet and dry kitchens under one roof. Complete with a detached entertainmentcum home theatre pavilion that looks out to an outdoor plunge pool with verdantlandscaping and water feature enhancements, what's not to like?

Another view of the main living roomA secondary living room for the family on the upper levelThe patio leads to the entertainment pavilion and outdoor plunge poolAn island kitchen counter that doubles up as a breakfast nook

The master bedroom was a tad showy for mytaste but then again I supposed it is only befitting theinterior des! ign shou ld convey a sense of unparalleled luxury.

Dream chamber...the stylishly outfitted master bedroom boasts cream and earth tonesFuturist touches enhance this particular bedroom that is obviously designed for teensThe guest room evokes a sleek, minimalist feel

Before we had a chance to warm our butts on thedesigner settees, we were whisked off to Sunway Lagoon Resort for a lavishbreakfast. After that, we were treated to first-hand experiences of the RoyalBlue Exclusive Lifestyle Privileges programme perks thatawait purchasers and eventual owners of BayRocks.

A chic dining set-up to let you entertain in style

Asid e from a three-yearSunway Lagoon Club membership, three-year enrolment in the Sunway InternationalVacation Club, Executive Health Screening at Sunway Medical Centre for two adultsunder a three-year wellness programme, unlimited access to the Sunway LagoonTheme Park, and complimentary year-long parking at the Sunway Pyramid ShoppingMall, South Quay's residents enjoy the convenience of having all these different lifestyle components within the Sunway Integrated Resort City attheir doorstep.

After a bout of whirlwindshopping at the Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall, the subsequent three-hour sensuousspa and massage treatments for me at the secluded Mandara Spa and a day spentfrolicking at the Sunway Theme Park were enough to give us an idea how a familyliving in South Quay would live, eat and play!

Villa residents don't even have to lift a finger to keeptheir posh 628-square metre abode spick and span since hired help is but a merephone call away. Whether it's housekeeping, laundry, florist, limousine,party-planning or outdoor catering services, the Sunway top-notch hospitalityservices are at practically at one's beck and call on a pay-per-use basis.

Floating luxury...exclusively for South Quay residents to cruise around the lake

Wanna be the hostess with the mostest? A gala bash on board the luxury South Quay Princess would take the wind out of yourguests' sails. Docked at the 28-acre South Quay lake, the sleek 77-foot yacht isavailable for rent where guests on board can be pampered with a sumptuous dinner catered bythe Sunway Lagoon Resort culinary team.

Scenic sights beckon from the South Quay Princess

It felt somewhat surreal as we cruisedaround the picturesque lake on that balmy evening. If someone tells me at that verymoment that money can't buy happiness, I'd call them a big fat liar!

Grilled beef skewersMini glasses of tomato and mozzarella salad

While the friendly service team plied our party withendless food and drinks, we learned how the lake's depth is carefully monitoredand controlled. Extra rainwater that falls into the lake is used to water thegreenery surrounding the lake; a great way of recycling the precious resource.

Homemade beancurd with abalone jusLamb cutlets with mustard grain sauceSteamed cod with king soya sauceMini fruit tartlets to round off our sumptuous meal

Before we called it a night, I let the modernrain shower which boasts an open skylight washed away the day's grime and dirt while my daughter lolled happily in thejacuzzi. Girls being girls, we kept 'ooh-ing' and 'aah-ing' over the incrediblyroomy dressing and vanity area.

Of course, such grand living costs a king's ransom.Ensconced within South Quay's upscale gated and guarded enclave, each BayRocksBungalow Villa costs a cool RM5.5 million for the Bayuna model. Still, Isuppose the sum's small change for the multi-millionnaires in our midst. Imagineall the pricier lakefront models (there's only 11 units) have already beensnapped up whilst the remainder is selling like hot cakes.

Formore information, please call 03-5639 9000 or visit sunwaysouthquay.com.my