Gurney Park Condo, also known as Gurney Park Condominium, is a freehold residential development located on Jalan Kelawei, off Persiaran Gurney in George Town, Penang. Completed in 1999, it is a well-established and popular condominium due to its prime location and comprehensive facilities.
Key Features and Specifications
- Developer: City Associates Group
- Completion Year: 1999
- Property Type: Freehold Condominium
- Building Details: Two 39-storey blocks (Maple Tower and Pine Tower)
- Total Units: 588 units, with 8 units per floor
- Standard Built-up Area: Approximately 970 sq. ft.
- Typical Unit Layout: 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
- Lifts: 3 lifts per block, for a total of 6 lifts
Location and Accessibility
Gurney Park's most significant selling point is its strategic location. It is situated in the prestigious Gurney Drive area, a renowned promenade in Penang. The condominium is directly next to Gurney Plaza, a major shopping mall, and is also within walking distance of Gurney Paragon Mall and the Gurney Drive hawker center.
The location offers a blend of convenience and leisure, with easy access to a wide range of amenities including:
- Shopping and Dining: Gurney Plaza, Gurney Paragon, and numerous F&B outlets.
- Healthcare: Close to major hospitals like Penang Adventist Hospital and Gleneagles Hospital Penang.
- Education: Several schools and colleges are nearby, including Phor Tay Private High School and Convent Pulau Tikus.
- Public Transport: Served by bus routes on both Persiaran Gurney and Jalan Kelawei.
Facilities and Amenities
Gurney Park provides a full suite of recreational and lifestyle facilities for its residents. These include:
- 24-hour security with a 3-tier access card system
- Covered car park
- Swimming pool and a wading pool
- Jacuzzi
- Gymnasium
- Sauna
- Tennis court and squash court
- Children's playground
- Jogging track
- Landscaped garden
- Barbecue area
- Management office
Unit Features and Views
Typical units are designed with a built-up area of approximately 970 sq. ft., featuring three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Many units, especially those on higher floors, offer views of the sea, Gurney Drive, and the city skyline. While some views may be partially obstructed by newer developments in the area, units facing north-west are noted for having better, unblocked sea views.
