From the inviting beaches of Batangas to the mountain breeze of Baguio and these cool properties, make your next getaway even more memorable.
One Amalfi, Nasugbu, Batangas
With an impressive view of Nasugbu Bay, One Amalfi lets guests luxuriate in plush sea-view ensuite guest rooms and two swimming pools. An entertainment room is complete with a billiards table, a shelf full of board games and a karaoke system. There is a balcony with lounge chairs around a fire pit which can go perfectly with a nice drink and great company. Prepare lavish feasts to enjoy against the beautiful backdrop of the ocean with a fully equipped kitchen, a Char-Broil Grill and a Smeg coffee station.
There are staff on site that can assist with anything you might need around the house. One Amalfi is a sprawling 121-square-meter property that can handle more than 16 people —bring your whole barkada along! One thing to note is that there are 60 steep steps to get down to the main villa that may not be appropriate for anyone with disabilities.
GRID, Alfonso, Cavite
In the middle of a lush forest in Alfonso, Cavite is an accommodation made of container vans called GRID. The compound can be rented out as a whole that can accommodate 13 people or it can be rented out in smaller units.
The GRID Mainhouse is the biggest among the three with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The GRID Glasshouse is enclosed in glass and has a chesterfield bed and chair—great to lounge in while listening to the unit’s vinyl record collection. The third unit, GRID Tandem, is made entirely of container vans with an industrial look complete with a palette bed. The compound has a sauna, a dipping pool (also made from a container van) and a resident horse name Punisher you can ride.
AGDA Beach Villas, Agdangan, Quezon
A four-hour drive from Manila will bring you to Agdangan, Quezon, the location of AGDA Beach Villas. This property is the first of its kind in the small town and possesses a serene and rustic quality. Guests will love the access to 80-meter beachfront and the the natural Sukabumi stone tiles the pool is made of.
Enjoy a complimentary breakfast prepared by caretakers as you enjoy the view of the ocean. You may prepare your own meals by getting ingredients from the nearby Agdangan wet market. The villas have a Bali-feel with textured concrete walls and rattan furniture. The Talisay Villa can accommodate 6 to 9 people comfortably.
Casa Pio, Baguio
For those who are looking for a cooler climate, Baguio is more accessible than ever thanks to the TPLEX.
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Casa Pio Baguio is a cute, country-farmhouse-style home perched on the side of a mountain. This two-story five bedroom home has a spacious living and dining area with wood-clad ceilings making it a cozy spot for you and your family and friends to gather around. Kids will love the bunk beds in the bright, airy rooms upstairs and adults will love the view from the window in the primary bedroom.
There is also a quaint porch where guests can relax while enjoying the cool Baguio air. Its coffee station proudly features locally sourced coffee beans from Benguet. Casa Pio Baguio is located inside a quiet gated neighborhood in the summer capital and is just about a ten-minute drive to the city center.
Grazzi Beach Villa, Nasugbu, Batangas
Rent this enormous five-bedroom house in Punta Fuego, Nasugbu, Batangas and have access to the bay on a yacht (for an additional fee). The house can accommodate up to 15 people, has an infinity pool and access to the beach.
For those who would want to forego cooking for large groups, Grazzi Beach Villa also offers set meals so you don’t need to worry about washing any dishes on your vacation. Water activities such as snorkeling, banana boat rides, jet ski rentals and island hopping can all be arranged as well to make the most of being this close to the beach.
