Silverwater Resort: One Fine Resort
I am sitting in an armchair at the balcony overlooking the azure waters of Western Port. A Magpie bird, usually sedentary but sometimes confrontational, perches on the stainless railing. Several other birds are chirping as tree branches sway a little bit. The gentle breeze caresses my face. There is early morning rustling. I can hear it through my Phonak. Though partly cloudy, the sun peeps from time to time. Oh, I smell bacon.
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View of Western Port from the balcony |
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Part of San Remo's rolling hills |
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Another view of Western Port |
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Magpie bird |
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Magpie about to take off |
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Farm-fresh eggs |
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Delicious bacon |
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Green peas with corn |
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Fish Fillet with garlic |
Nestled at Potters Hill, at the rolling hills of San Remo, Silverwater Resort is a 5-star apartment-style vacation dwelling. Occupying a vast tract of land, Silverwater offers rest and recreation. Guests have choices as to where to stay. They may opt to take the Hillside units with a commanding view of Western Port, or the Lakeside apartments, the Pinesview units or the Village Green and Parkland units.
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Entrance to Silverwater Resort at Potters Hill |
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Pinesview units |
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Parkland units |
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Village Green |
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Hillside units |
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One unit at Hillside |
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Lakeside units |
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The administrative office and the restaurant with a magnificent view of the bay |
Silverwater Resort has facilities to ensure that guests enjoy their stay. There is an indoor heated pool and another pool where guests can sunbathe. There are two standard tennis courts, a basketball court and a big playground. There is a fitness gym near the pool. There is also a game room.
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Entrance to the reception office where guests register |
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The lobby and the front office |
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Watermark Restaurant |
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Indoor heated swimming pool |
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Just the right amount of heat |
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Another pool at Silverwater Resort |
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Fitness gym |
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Two tennis courts |
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Standard basketball court |
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Jumping pillow |
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Safe playground |
While there is a first class restaurant near the lobby, guests can bring in food or they may cook as the kitchen is equipped with almost everything - refrigerator, microwave, big oven, toaster and other items guests may need. At Silverwater, there are three bedrooms and two bathrooms per unit. Guests can request for a smaller unit.
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Fully furnished |
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Complete kitchen equipment and utensils |
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Clear glass panels with a commanding view of the bay |
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Bedroom #1 |
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Bedroom #2 |
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Bedroom #3 |
It is now mid afternoon. I have been spending time just gazing and gazing around, what with a picturesque view. I sometimes take a nap. But I make sure that I don't oversleep. I make sure that I don't sleep the sleep of the drunk. That will be a waste of precious time. I surely will be missing a lot.
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Bridge connecting the Hillside units to the Parkland units |
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Riders take a rest. |
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Pack up, pack up... |
I see hundreds of cars heading towards Phillip Island. For surfing, fishing, enjoying the stunning views of the rugged coastline and visiting other interesting places. In a few minutes, I am heading to the town of Cowes at Phillip Island. There are boat cruises there. Then I'll spend some time walking around and taking pictures. I am enjoying my stay here at Silverwater Resort.
- Konted