defining mountain resort living

Where leisuremeets

luxury

Nestled along the highest elevations of Tagaytay lies a

premier leisure destination that speaks of exclusivity and luxury. Where stunning nature views and a breezy climate come together to redefine relaxation. Where first-

class golf and country clubs, a wide selection of restaurants, world-class amenities, and a variety of the finest residential communities reshape your idea of a weekend getaway. At Tagaytay Highlands, we define mountain resort living.

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As each week comes to a close, the air buzzes with anticipation. each moment is spent imagining the chill in the air, the scent of pine mingling with cedar,

the sound of your golf driver as it slices through the air, and the sweetness of hot chocolate warming your insides. Just what is it about tagaytay highlands that makes your weekends special? more than the exclusivity, more than the luxury, more than the finer things in life, it’s the great destination you can call your own.

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As a youth growing up during martial law years, chinese-Filipino businessman willy ocier was well aware of how many Filipinos had

been deprived of “luxury.” But this “suppression’ was what allows ocier to realize that ultimately, what he really wanted was to “build dreams.” “I saw a lot of people from my generation were suppressed from pursuing a luxurious lifestyle. so when the country finally broke out of its cycle of oppression during the dictatorial regime, our new found freedom (served) as an opportunity for me to actually develop and turn my dream into reality,” Belle corp. vice chair willy ocier said in an interview with Inquirer Property. And that dream is now sitting on a 1,300 hectare property at the highest elevations of tagaytay, where a breathtaking view of taal lake and a cool climate create a perfect weekend getaway for urbanities. tagaytay highlands by Belle corp. currently provides an array of golf and country clubs, selection of restaurants, world class amenities and a variety of premium residential communities that define exclusivity and luxury. According to ocier, the concept of developing tagaytay highlands was actually patterned after a lifestyle he would have wanted for himself and his family. It was also a lifestyle he deemed to be acceptable to the growing population of yuppies (young professionals) during his time. This same lifestyle, ocier added, was already prevalent in developed countries like the united states and Japan. “The concept caught on because a lot of people who were just as oppressed during my time came out of their shells, and together we pursued the lifestyle we deserved.” ocier noted.

But tagaytay highlands almost never came out to life, if not for henry sy sr., whom ocier considered as his mentor and who had largely influenced him to try his luck and venture into property development. “henry sy sr. or tatang”, as he fondly called, “is undoubtedly one of my greatest influences and dear mentor. he led by example and showed me the essence of smart frugality. he had a simple way of looking at things and he saw

greatness in minute details which others might easily deem unnecessary or insignificant,” ocier beamed. It was also sy, he added, who steered his sights toward the right direction which was to invest in tagaytay. ocier revealed that it was sy who predicted almost 30 years ago that tagaytay would then boom as the next rest and recreation capital of metro manila, because of its proximity to the place, breathtaking views and cool weather. “It was as if he had a sixth sense of what would be the next big thing. his foresight got me all obsessed with the potential of tagaytay. I invested in the properties together with mr. sy and that was how I started in the real estate business,” ocier related. sy would prove to be right as ocier was able to pull off an ambitious project as tagaytay highlands, considered as the first integrated leisure property resort in the country. with this success, ocier believed that rightfully, Belle corp. too, can be considered as pioneer in terms of leisure developments. I must say that we at Belle corp., in a major way, are pioneers of this kind of development so it was not surprising that many developers big and small pursued the luxury leisure sector in a more aggressive manner after the success of tagaytay highlands,” ocier claimed. “I am proud to say we have pioneered leisure living in the Philippines in a big way. when we started the project there was nothing like it.

“now you can see major property companies trying to duplicate what tagaytay highlands has done but again I’m proud to say nothing comes close,” he further said. It is virtually impossible to recreate the drama and character that is tagaytay highlands,” ocier added. But like all ambitious developments, tagaytay highlands, before it reached its peak, had to hurdle through a fair share of challenges dealing with such a difficult terrain, the lack of adequate infrastructure and roads leading to the property at that time, as well as the absence of basic utilities in the area. But these were not enough to deter ocier and Belle corp.’s will provide Filipinos a truly remarkable and world class development as tagaytay

highlands. As the project went on, we were to address all those issues and establish a winning formula for a real estate development. you just have to see beyond all the negatives in order to see the potentials of what was at first difficult,” ocier noted. And that winning formula paved the way for tagaytay highlands’ continued success over the past decades, a success which ocier credits to “merging your dreams with good people and good business partners.” “you need people who can share your vision and who are willing to fold up their sleeves and work alongside you. I had plenty of those people when I started people who were willing to take a chance and jump off a cliff and somehow emerge triumphant from all the work and challenges,” ocier shared.

Although it already enjoys the loyal patronage of a growing number of guests, tagaytay highlands, according to ocier, will still continue to grow and expand to become more relevant to the changing times and evolving lifestyles of their clients. “what we stared out to build will certainly evolve as time changes, he added.

But whatever changes will be incorporated, ocier is adamant only about

one thing: that tagaytay highlands will stay pure to its original concept where people can feel detached from the rat race of the city life.” “That’s exactly what the leisure lifestyle is all about. I want to give people a place where they can recharge from the hustle and bustle of city life that bond with their families and relatives,” he added. At the end of it all, ocier admitted that he can no longer imagine himself doing something else aside from being a developer.

“This is what I was born to do and I cannot envision my path any other way. But if I were not a businessman I would probably be an author of a book similar to eat, Pray, love, because I find it fascinating to learn about cultures and to travel to distant lands and live on my own terms,” he disclosed. however, ocier stressed that he is just as happy and contented as where he is right now as he was able to open opportunities for other people. he said he derives satisfaction from his work, knowing that every project he undertakes can provide employment and livelihood to many people in the communities surrounding tagaytay highlands. “I help create jobs and livelihood. It’s a good thing to be involved in a profession that creates and not destroys,” he concluded.

BuIlDInG DreAms Atthe HiGHlands AFter

mArtIAl lAwBy Theresa samaniego

published on the Philippine Daily Inquirer on February 25, 2012

“It is virtually impossible to recreate thedrama and character that is Tagaytay Highlands”

tagaytay Highlands is considered as

the first integrated leisure property

resort in the country.

The concept of tagaytay Highlands is a place where

people can feel detached from the rat race of city life, where they can recharge and bond with their families and those

who matter most.

Belle Corporation is the pioneer of

leisure living in the Philippines.

Amidst mountains and rolling hills with clear views of the surrounding

countryside, tagaytay highlands is designed to be a complete self-contained community, from sports and recreational facilities, to residential projects.

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• spectacular vistas of taal lake & Volcano and laguna de Bay.

• 360 degree views of tagaytay and its surrounding provinces of cavite, laguna and Batangas.

• An ecologically-protected area as a natural Bird sanctuary.

• home to two world-class professional golf courses with a total of 45 holes.

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For almost two decades, tagaytay highlands has been conducting series of tree planting activities for a greener living environment. In 2010, it took its commitment to the next level by joining the global

Green wave campaign through the tree planting activity, “one tree at a time” with the AseAn centre for Biodiversity, which earned for tagaytay highlands the recognition as “Friend of Biodiversity”.

Apart from planting trees, the leisure complex also conserves energy in significant respects. During off-peak days, tagaytay highlands splits up the lighting of the street lights and turning on the lights only in the important areas to minimize electriciy consumption. to reduce this even more, incandescent lights have been replaced by compact fluorescent ones which cuts down energy usage up to 60 percent. likewise, the operations of heavy equipment are operated and maintained on a set schedule to minimize the electricity consumption.

tagaytay highlands also promotes the use of renewable resources. The exclusive complex has its own sewerage treatment Plant that converts wastewater to usable water that is being used for irrigation and maintenance of tagaytay highlands and tagaytay midlands surrounding landscaped areas. tagaytay highlands is also proud of its conscious efforts in promoting its clean air campaign by means of converting its golfers’ transport vehicles to lPG power which is more economical and also pollutant-free.

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BeneFIt From nAture’s BountIes.

CorPorAte soCial resPonsIBIlty

energy conservation

use of renewable resources

clean air campaign

tree planting

tAGAytAy hIGhlAnDs Is home to three resIDentIAl communItIes — the hIGhlAnDs,

the mIDlAnDs, AnD the GreenlAnDs

the highlandsland area: approx. 360 hectareselevation: approx. 2,000 - 2,500 ft above sea leveldeveloped land area: 176 hectares

the midlandsland area: approx. 671 hectareselevation: approx. 1,000 - 1,500 ft above sea leveldeveloped land area: 600 hectares

the greenlandsland area: approx. 260 hectareselevation: approx. 400 - 920 ft above sea leveldeveloped land area: 140 hectares

the hIGhlAnDs communItIes•TheBelleView•TheHillside•PinecrestVillage•Aspenhills•TheWoodlands

•TheWoodlandsPoint•TheWoodridge•TheWoodridgePlace•TheVillas

the mIDlAnDs communItIes•AltaMira•Cotswold•TheHorizon•Katsura•KewGardens•LakesideEnclave

•LakeviewHeights•PuebloReal•TerrazzasdeAlava•TivoliPlace•Yume•SycamoreHeights

the GreenlAnDs communItIes•Fairfield•NobHill•TheParksatSaratogaHills•PlantationHills•TheVerandasatSaratogaHills

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A breezy cool climate greets you the moment you arrive

at tagaytay highlands. nestled on the highest elevation of the leisure complex, charming log cabins and contemporary ski resort-inspired buildings share the landscape with verdant green pine trees, lush mountain ranges, and a world class golf course designed by the renowned richard Bigler. you’ve arrived at the highlands.

Midlands Veranda

Madre De Dios Chapel Midlands Golf Course

Highlands Golf Club The Country Club Midlands Golf Club

the highlands communities offer premium residences that

seamlessly fuse leisure and luxury. with breathtaking views at every turn, the majesty of nature will truly be a feast for the eyes.

From the rich gardens of england to the flourishing traditions of Japan, tagaytay highlands allows you to experience the different cultures, while experiencing the distinct, homely warmth only

the Philippines could radiate. It is inspired by the architecture of various lifestyles that is held together by a universal theme of luxury unique to the Philippines. A picturesque international community, it also has an outstanding competitive golf course that sits at the heart of the community. experience what the world has to offer at the midlands.

spend mornings amid the cool air carefully tending to shooting buds

and delicate flowers at The Greenlands enjoy the afternoons while sipping iced tea at the veranda, watching the sunset turn the sky into a bright orange hue. cherish moments with friends and neighbors at the park, while having a delicious barbecue.

This is life in its purest form—a lifestyle centered on growing relationships with family and friends, closely knit together with sustainable luxury. whether you enjoy lounging on a day, planting colorful flowers that bloom, or cultivating fresh organic fruits and vegetables, tagaytay highlands is the perfect community to experience life holistically.

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The Belle View

The Verandas

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tagaytay highlands offers world class amenities within reach of one another. make a splash at the

country club at tagaytay highlands’ pool, or sweat out the bad stuff at the sports center. spend a day on a gastronomic adventure at the diverse choice of restaurants, or take a ride at the famous cable cars and take in the amazing view.

camp out under the stars at camp highlands, or embark on a mini safari at the Animal Farm. have a few minutes of silence and reflection at the holy Family chapel.

say “I do” at the madre De Dios chapel. splurge on relaxing body massages and treatments at The spa and lodge. taste the robust flavors of the steak at the famed highlander steakhouse.

with everything that’s available at tagaytay highlands, you will be spoiled for choice. one day is not enough to fully enjoy what tagaytay highlands has to offer, and why would you? tagaytay highlands is a place to relax, to slow down life’s pace in order to appreciate the beauty of a particular moment. take your time, you deserve it.

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For a place that offers so much in order to relax and rejuvenate the city-weary,

tagaytay highlands is also known for its extreme sports. The winding roads with steep ascents and descents will test mountain bikers and marathoners alike. The hiking trail is also a challenge to conquer. Automobile enthusiasts are also privy of the roads that follow the natural flow of the mountain, giving those who love to drive an experience they’ll not soon forget.

winding roads that follow the mountain ridge provides an exhilirating ride for extreme sports enthusiasts.

with the many developments inside tagaytay highlands,

there will be one that would match perfectly with your vision on how your home away from home will be. live the laid back lifestyle at The Verandas at saratoga hills, where houses are built based on a contemporary American style. lounge around the veranda with your entire family as you share funny stories, or have a barbecue and eat lunch outside amidst the green backdrop. strengthen bonds

between family and friends at The Parks at saratoga hills, where the cluster of houses around a courtyard or garden encourage camaraderie. For a well balanced lifestyle, the nob hill will meld the strong angular lines of modern architecture to the serene and natural aesthetics of mother nature. The house acts as a canvas, allowing the beauty of nature to shine through large picture windows acting as frames to the ever changing landscape.

Breathe in the fresh morning air as you live life on a high note at sycamore

heights. The Asian contemporary style homes exude a zen lifestyle amidst nature and the stunning view of the taal lake and Volcano. experience the traditions of the Japanese at katsura, with houses inspired by traditional & contemporary Japanese architecture. listen to the birds that fly above, or smell the scent of freshly cut grass. meditate and find tranquility as you hear the trickling water of the fountain, and gentle movement of the breeze through the bamboo shoots.

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Sycamore Heights

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club features:• Two world-class professional golf courses• State-of-the-art sports facilities• Diverse recreational activities• A wide variety of F&B outlets• 2,000 feet above sea level• Cool Tagaytay weather

affiliate clubs:

Numbers to Rememberresidential features:• 24-hour security Lock-Up-&-Leave Homes• 100% emergency power supply• Independent and unlimited water supply• 24-hour medical service• Independent fire fighting team• WiFi Internet Broadband Network• 75 minutes from the Makati &

Ortigas Business Centers

TANJONG PUTERI GOLF RESORT BERHAD

VIRGIE INTERIOR- MAGNOSales Manager

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+632 6683986vimagno_bellecorp@yahoo.com

ONE MILLION TREES PROJECT

every year, tagaytay highlands opens its doors to a tree planting activity called, one tree at a time, which sees thousands of tree saplings being planted around the leisure complex. This is remaining true to its Founder, willy ocier’s commitment to plant one million trees in 50 years. to date, more than 400,000 trees have been planted since the club opened in 1994.

together with the AseAn centre for Biodiversity (AcB), tagaytay highlands champions environmental conservation by continuing its mission to plant trees and beyond through energy saving initiatives, use of renewable resources and advocating a clean air campaign. It was AcB’s first partner from the business sector for the maiden one tree at a time tree planting activity in 2010 and holds the recognition as a “Friend of Biodiversity”.

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