Nice quiet place to stay for the family. Clean pool, included use of kubo for grilling and picnic style eating. Flexible check in/out times and very accomodating family who was there to welcome us.

Away from the public eye, the place really emphasizes on basics and privacy. My family and I really enjoyed the pool. Everything was clean and the surrounding gardens were well maintained. Manang Nelda welcomed us and was really helpful whenever we asked for assistance. This place has great potential especially if the owner decides to install an aircon in the bedroom. Overall, Jana's place is great to bond with family and unplug from the rest of the world :)

If you're looking for a quiet place for a family weekend getaway, this place is perfect. The house, outside hut, and swimming pool are clean. It's also convenient since majority of cooking stuff needed are already available at her place and for everything else, there are stores nearby. Ate Nelda, the caretaker, was helpful as well. I also didn't have difficulty communicating with Jana. She responds timely. Her mom, who also gave directions when we were on the way to the area, was very accommodating. An area for improvement would be the water supply in the comfort rooms and kitchen sink. I would also recommend guests to bring emergency light/flashlight in case of electricity disruption. Over-all we had a quiet and awesome family bonding at Jana's place.

Miss Jena is very responsive and very accommodating, even the caretaker Ate Nelda. The price is very reasonable. Complete with kitchen utensils and cooking materials. The lighting in the pool area is the only thing we can complain but the rest of it, we'll give a 5.

Minda was very kind and easy to talk with. She made me feel welcome and was constantly in touch to check if everything was alright. I was anxious I will not find the place but almost everyone knows about Mayor Tita's house. So, relax, you really can't miss it. Our chambermaid, Marivic, was kind too. Just send her a quick sms and she'll be right there to assist you. You could even ask her to buy food for you if you don't feel like going out. There is a local store just two houses down. You can buy snacks and other stuff from there. They are open til 7PM. The apartment was great. It was modern and clean. I appreciate the way it was decorated, gives you that homey atmosphere. The kitchen and the bathroom have all the essentials you would need. The note and bed linen sprays were a nice touch. The whole apartment, from design to furniture, and decor, speaks volume about the host/owners having class. Overall, I would highly recommend the place. If you ever have to stop in the sleepy town of Malvar, make sure you stay here. Great value for your money.

From start to finish, Minda was a gracious and went above and beyond my expectations in making sure I was comfortable in her home. I had booked the place for two nights, but due to transportation issues I was unable to arrive when I wanted. The owners helped me with transportation advice and helped me find the apartment the next day by having a friend meet me in town. My partner and I drove down from Manila and they gave us a place to par our car to keep it safe overnight. The apartment was comfortable for the two of us, there was a futon style couch that while a bit on the small side for two people, was actually quite comfortable the way it folded out. There was extra bedding in the home so that both of us were comfortable. The A/C unit worked well to keep us cool. There were some snacks, fruits, and tea in the home that we took advantage of for our breakfast. Minda had some sausages delivered to us, which was an unexpected surprise and we could not finish all that she provided for us. The home is in a town near Lipa on the way to Batangas city, making it a great place to stay for the drive to Mount Makiling, then down to the ferry terminal the next day. It had working wifi, and all the kitchen utensils one would need for an extended stay or to prepare meals. There are local food options within walking distance. Texting with her and her daughter made me feel secure and well taken care of for my needs as a traveler and guest. Minda had all the bathroom supplies you would need, towels and even toothpaste for us. The shower had a hot water heater, but we could not figure out how to get hot water to come out of it, but that could have been our issue, not the homes. The home is in a more rural area so there are the natural things that come along with that, the morning song of the rooster and an occasional ant here and there seeking the same hospitality we had, but only in the kitchen area. As someone that has stayed in a variety of settings while traveling I can say that Minda has a wonderful place to stay for you if you are in the area. We were her first guests in the place, anyone would be lucky to stay there in the future, you will feel like part of the family.

Minda was very accommodating even if we booked the place the day itself. She even travelled all the way from Manila to prep it. Unfortunately we had a little traffic mishap and we weren't able to meet her. At first we thought we were at the wrong place because the first few units were ladies' dormitory. The unit we had was at the backmost part with its own gate. The unit itself was nice and very colorful, we noticed that all the furniture seem new; coffee packets and water were available which is a big plus and toiletries were supplied but we didnt know how to operate the shower heater as well. The bed is kinda small but we still had a super comfortable stay. Its like a studio condo unit you would see in Manila. Would definitely come back again!

The host, Ms. Minda was very accommodating. Even if she wasn't in Batangas at that time, she made sure that all our needs will be taken cared of. The place was nice, along the highway but not near to the traffic jam of Lipa. Also, the apartment was nice and clean; a very homey feeling. Tho, we had problems with the shower heater and haven't had a hot shower during our stay, I think this can be improved :) We parked the car outside the apartment tho they offered to have it parked inside, we didn't do so as the rocks were in the way... Overall, we had a great stay and will be recommending this place to everyone :)

Minda's place was very nice. It was well equipped and her caretaker was absolutely wonderful. The room was comfortable and clean.

It was a smooth flowing deal. Ms. Minda is very accomodating in handling inquiries. First time airbnb user here :)

This place has everything you need for a nice and comfortable stay. Caretaker Marivic will always extend a helping hand for all your concerns, just like our Host, Ms Minda. Thanks for letting us stay on your place, until next time

This is an excellent option if you are looking for a place to stay in Malvar or the surrounding area.

The place is very clean, affordable and has a great location.

Greg's place is absolutely gorgeous. Located an hour's drive from Makati, and good catering in Laguna, it is a great venue for parties or mini vacations. Greg is an awesome host, very responsive to every inquiry. Thank you Greg, will highly recommend!

Great place! Better than I personally expected. I was able to negotiate w/ Greg regarding the time of check in, whereas 8am was too early for us so we decided to make it 11am. Hence, everything was great. It would be just as perfect if utensils and cooking wares were provided. :) Location is just few hrs away from Manila... Overall, this would be a perfect place to chill. Spacious and classy!

We really love the place! Very cozy and clean. The pool is awesome! We will surely go back! This is a place to visit!

Super loved Mr. Greg's place! Didn't have a hard time looking for the place. My friends and I enjoyed the karaoke. The airconditioned kubos were really cute and they're super comfy to sleep in. Mr. Greg was vey accommodating and answered all our questions regarding the place and even gave us the directions that's why we didn't have any problem looking for the place. Will definitely come back to this place again! :)

We booked Greg's place in Calamba as a Christmas party for my folks and family friends. The social hall is excellent and spacious for our party and games. Everyone made good use of the KTV as well. The pool area must be the highlight, with two airconditioned little rooms beside it. We had a very pleasant overnight stay at this resort. Greg was always quick to answer all of our inquiries.

Great place to stay! Great value for your money, especially if you have a big group.

Booking at Greg's place would perfectly be one the best decision you will ever have to make when you are looking for a place to stay in Laguna. The villa is not just a comfortable and spacious place, but Greg and the caretaker are really very accomodating, helpful and always present whenever you need them. The place is really clean and almost everything you needed are there. Highly recommended. :)

It was generally a good experience for our team. We had some glitches with the videoke machine but nothing major. We enjoyed our stay until the last hour. The 2 rooms are quite small for a group of 20-23 people but we managed to squeeze in and make some room for everyone. Pool is nice, not that big, just enough to get soaked and beat the summer heat. Caretaker is very accommodating and kind. The place by the way is very beautiful. I don't know what's the house style is called, but if i were to name it, it's more of a filipiniana type. We're really wondering how beautiful 'upstairs' is. LOL. Generally, I'd give it an 8/10 for the overall experience.

Excellent Location, and the personnel is extremely welcoming and friendly. They really manage to make you feel at home. I'm looking forward to coming back to this friendly place! It was all perfect..

If a quiet and secluded neighborhood is what you're looking for, you're looking at the right place. One of the best places we've stayed in so far. All you could possibly need is readily available. Very friendly and hospitable host. Definitely worth the price. Special mention: their internet is very fast and stable throughout our stay.

We found what we were looking for, a cozy location in a quiet environment, safe and easy accessible, away from traffic and stress and easy for us to drive around visiting places and family. There Jose was very helpful and offered good value for the price requested. We look forward to go there again.

jose and ana's guesthouse was the most beautiful and relaxing place we have stayed in the phillipines so far. not to mention, they are extremely kind and accommodating. i would 100% come back here again. if you are looking for a place to spend time away from the hustle and bustle of traveling then this is a great place. its the perfect place to wind down and get cozy for a little. i love it so much i dont feel the necessity to leave the house hahaa

Everything a guest might possibly need is here. Very well thought of. Can't wait to book the place again! Hosts are very generous and gracious.

The place is very near Manila and easy to find. The place is good for family and friends who would want a private place to enjoy and have fun. We will definitely be back.

Place is clean and neat, the host was very attentive and gracious to our needs. I definitely recommend staying in this place

Best price for value, would love to come back re-book. In my opinion the water was cold for night swim definitely not suitable for kids who wants to stay late and maximize swim, not hotspring. Bring your own blankets and/or extra pillows. You need to bring basic cooking utensils and your own charcoal if you want to grill. Know that the village is filled with neighboring pools as well so apart from you there will be 24hr karaoke background surrounding the area but once inside the room this will be muffled 70% and ok to sleep. The caretaker will assist you with your needs just text. The nightlight for pool and jacuzzi is under maintenance. Plenty of indoor parking space maybe up to 6 or 8 cars. Pool is zen inspired and infinity love it. Again, best price for value and Joven will respond to you 100% for any concerns and/or feedbacks.

The place is great and clean especially the room, Comfort room and the pool. sobrang nakaka-relax at nakakawala ng pagod. Thank you so much for letting us to stay on your resort! :) will definitely come back soon and recommend to my friends. :)

Place is clean and accurate with what the photos show. He replies to your messages 100% of the time so communication is not a problem. Overall stay is 10/10. Thanks, Joven. Til next time

Nice pool house near Calamba. Easy to find, clean, large and nice area to relax and bond with family or friends. Everything was working and clean. No issues at all. Would consider returning in the future.

If your are looking for a relaxing place? this is the place to be. the host is very accommodating especially the manong caretaker who's always there to attend to your needs, he is just a text away. you wont worry that you are missing stuff because he have it all:). the pools were very clean and they even refill it for you in case the water gets colder, the place it too big for group of 14, my kids enjoyed playing billiards and non-stop karaoke :). we will be visiting the place again soon. we had a blast!!! thank you

Valerie's place is lovely. We had a great time staying in her place. I like that it's big enough to accommodate my whole family, it's spacious, clean and comfortable. Definitely would come back again next time.

The place is clean and perfect for big families. Very spacious. The fridge is old and needs to be replaced but overall its pretty worth it. Definitely gonna come back again and would love to recommend it to everyone

Great value and great host! The place is large enough for having a great team building and the pool with warm water was awesome! Having the outside seating next to the pool with karaoke was fun! We will be back!

The place had the amenities that you can use for team buildings. Space was enough for around 30 people. There were enough beds, tables and chairs. The pool size was also enough for the group and the water temperature was lukewarm, which made us want to stay longer. There was also a caretaker onsite that can help you if you need additional items. This is worth the value for money. We enjoyed our stay, specially the kids. Reminder: You need to bring your own kitchen utensils and towel.

The place is great for company outings. 3 big rooms that can accommodate 20pax. Have a karaoke machine and a billiard table for other things to do beside swimming. Place is easy to locate but the outside road is flooded. There is a convenience store near the place. Kitchen is bare. Better to bring your own rice cooker, etc.

The place is huge that it can hold team buildings. Its clean. Very comfortable to move that its like you're in your own place. Rooms are well ventilated. CRs are clean.

The place is really awesome. Really suits a family wanting to take a break. Or a group of friends wanting to have a realy good time. The pool is well maintained. My only gripe is that he jacuzzi isn't working anymore. The living quarters are clean and really gives off a space that makes you want to sleep in. The utensils are ready to use, especially for people looking to cooking their own food. The caretakers are accomodating and really friendly. They really make you feel at home. All in all we recommend to anyone with a family or group of friends to try this place out.

Place looks great. My relatives were very estatic when they were in their rooms. Airconditioning was working and rooms were neat and tidy. Kitchen has everything we need. Though since there are trees all around you should take note that flies will be all around the kitchen (putting a candle will be helpful in keepin them off the food, and also always closing the screen door). Pool was well maintained and has functioning lighting. Caretaker was easy to call for any inquiries regarding the pool and our other needs. Night guard was very easy to talk to, we felt very secure. I recommend this place to big families that need a good place to have fun without going too far out of the city.

Our weekend stay here was great and comfortable given the huge space this place provides. Some great stuff about this place: Spacious for 16 people, friendly caretakers, comfortable beds, kitchenware, clean bathrooms, large swimming pool, videoke, quiet surroundings, 20-minutes away from the mall, and owner replies promptly - was even kind enough to let us check-in 30 minutes early so that we can safekeep our belongings before heading to the grocery. A few and minor items to improve: plumbing (some shower rooms drain slowly), doors (some either won't close well or won't open easily), odor (some areas near the pool smells a bit strange but tolerable), and the kitchen lacks exhaust. Overall with minor tweaks above, this place is highly recommended for big groups, family, and friends who are looking for a place to bond away from the city noise.

MIguel was very accommodating, he personally welcomed us and he made sure that everything is in order. The place is really good and with a nice nature ambiance. My friends and my family had a great relaxing time.

The place is nice and quiet. Very good for a family trip. We will surely recommend this to our friends. Miguel is a very accomodating host. He made sure that we got directions going to his place the day before. He even gave us a call just to confirm our plans. The staff at his place were very helpful and pleasant. A very relaxing stay indeed.

We really enjoyed our stay in Miguel's house. His staff are all friendly and are accommodating. I love the over all look of the whole place, they have lots of trees, space for basketball, parking, gatherings etc. Miguel is friendly and just a text away.

Miguel was a nice host, even though we didn't meet him personally. He is frequently texting me if everything is ok. His Mom was the one who received us. She was so nice and soft spoken(and pretty). Miguel was so nice to even provide us with karaoke machine which my family enjoyed a lot till weeee hours (no nearby neighbors :D :D :D. The place is easy to find just as specified, only 1 & 1/2 hr. from Manila. the place was clean and everything is provided. you just have to bring foods, cloth, towels & toiletries. They are so nice (Jonathan & Ryan the helper) He didn't charge me for extra. (we are 26 adults and kids).. my overall experience was SUPERB!!!! just for 1 thing Globe, Smart & Sun internet is only available on the roof deck, hehehe . though it is a PLUS for us cause we ended up having QUALITY FAMILY BONDING... Highly recommended place, easy to deal with Host and 100% immediate respond.

The place was really nice and quietly tucked away from the busy streets. It's exactly as on the photos. A plus for me is that the sala/dining is airconditioned too and it's right beside the pool. All the rooms and restrooms are very spacious and well decorated. The helpers we're also kind enough to check on us and help out from time to time. Definitely recommending this place!

This was a great place to stay. As others have said, the meal that they offer is very good, but a little expensive at 250p / person. The treehouse is a treehouse. It's exactly what you think, and we had an excellent time there. My girlfriend and I went out by ourselves and found locals who were willing to take us to the Volcano for a fraction of the price that Betty offers when you arrive, so be wary of that. It's a fun place to stay, if you don't mind cold showers, and is really beautiful. I would recommend it, as long as you take the price of the extra parts into your own hands.

Though we had a hard time commuting to get to the place, it was all worth it. It is a great retreat from the busy metro. And the fact that it's not that far from Manila is an added advantage. The air is fresh, the place is clean, and the people are nice. The view of Taal Lake especially during sunset is astounding. Fireflies also visited us that night which also served as natural Christmas lights. We like that the owners are conscious in preserving the environment and part of it is prohibiting smoking and leaving of trash. They ask that guests use biodegradable toiletries and it's perfectly fine with us. Especially when we realized that Human Nature products is available in Supermarkets. We hesitated at first to order food from Ka Betty because it seems expensive for P250/head. We still did anyway since we don't want to go out for dinner. We didn't regret that decision. The food was indeed great! And fresh! Our favorite is the puso ng saging and the pandan juice. We even ended up having our lunch for the following day be prepared by them also. We were approached by the host, sir Howie Severino, and we had a short but really good conversation. We didn't have the chance to speak with her wife, mam Ipat but she looks nice as well. We appreciate that they make time to say hi and know their guests. They are very approachable and down to earth. If you need a quick getaway, I highly recommend this place. Suggestion: A hammock would be a perfect addition to their amenities.

The treehouse here has one of the more beautiful sunsets you'll ever see. That's worth the price alone. Then top that off with locally-sourced food that made me laugh out loud it was so good. The tuna-esque fish ("small tuna" she said) was the best fish I've ever eaten. In terms of activities, be prepared to just relax, read in a hammock, kayak for a short while. The hike up Taal Volcano was fine, nothing special, and probably not worth the cost, but it seems to go to a good purpose anyway. Highly recommend this! We were lucky enough to have a Filipino person driving us so was able to call and find out where it was, but make sure you clear up how to get here ahead of time as it's a bit hidden. Bring bottled water, cash, and a few beers (for the sunset) too. The closest ATM is Robinson's Mall about a 15-20 minute drive away.

This was our first booking with airbnb and it was nothing short of awesome! Everything was great, from the time we booked until the time we left. We were on a roadtrip and wanted to find some place to go to, and this place caught our attention. We tried booking on the same day, and Ms Ipat was quick to reply to our queries. The place is waze-able so we didn't have a hard time looking for it. Upon arriving, we met Ka Betty who was very warm and accommodating, and briefed us about things like food and tours available. In the end, we chose to laze around the treehouse for the most part of our stay, sleeping through the sounds of nature and immersing ourselves in everything the place had to offer - basic, but very very relaxing. It was a wonderful experience, and though we just stayed overnight, we felt like it was longer. We enjoyed 101%, from the beautiful lake backdrop, to the delicious food, to the littlest fascinating details of the place like the shower underneath the treehouse. The minor detail that could be improved is the location of the restroom since it can be a hassle during the wee hours when you really have to go, but this is really not a deal breaker. Overall, one of the most beautifully simple places we have gone to, and we will definitely go back! :) :) :)

I have a thing for lakes. I used to go to San Pablo, bamboo rafting at lake pandin or bike around sampaloc lake. But what makes this place extra magical? (1) treehouse - It's so surreal to wake up on such view, plus the breeze! (2) Ka Betty and company - we were well fed, all fresh and delicious. Also, they were very attentive to our needs. Ka Betty would call us anak (child) and totoy (little boy) in a very charming manner. We went home with packs of suman sa lihiya and tawilis. Also, she gave us directions on how to go to our next destination - our lady of caysasay in Lemery. Even called the tricycle for us. (3) Clean bathroom - it's a deal breaker on any establishment I will visit. But the one they have here did not disappoint. It even has a shower! It's clean and well maintained. It's made of polycarbonate so the natural light could pass. I actually thought that everything in this place is well thought of, from the mosaic mirror to the cabanas and little step stones. (4) Kayaks and Bamboo Rafts - if only the sun wasn't unforgiving, I would play on the lake all day. it's so serene. plus they have available life vests for safety. Minor requests would be extra trash cans I guess? And a hammock would be super awesome! If you'll visit, please say hi to Ka Betty and Ms. Ipat for me, also pls pat Lui (the white dog) for me! :)

We followed the instructions and found the place very easily. Staying in the treehouse was very comfortable and relaxing. The view over the lake is ever changing and we loved watching the birds, the local fishermen and the sunset. We only met Ipat briefly but Kabetty is the lady who looked after us and provided delicious meals for 250 pesos per person per meal. We walked to the 2 nearby villages and had chats with a few people who spoke English. Overall, a great experience.

I absolutely loved this place! Living in a tree house! The house is very open air, we even had birds flying in and out of the house (there was a bird nest up inside the ceiling), and a gecko hiding somewhere near as well. The open shower at the ground level is very cool, having you turn branches and trunks to control the water. The main house at the lot is pretty spectacular too, and there's a nice little exhibit in the neighbour conservatory to check out. The view over Lake Taal is very nice to wake up to! The road to get there can be a little tricky, especially after (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) Maps let us a bit astray. I really really enjoyed this stay!

It's a small hut at the top of a tree, with a superb view of the lake, according to pictures. A little roots but adapted to the price. There are two problems: The major problem is that the lady who was on site (which is not the one with whom one is on Airbnb) is a professional scam and it's pretty unpleasant ... She offered a ride on the volcano taal for cursed sum of 6600 pesos for 2, given that the price offered by Pusod (10m from the house) was 2,700 pesos for 2 (and as the lonely planet is from 1300 to 1800 pesos), she wanted to charge while wifi is free in pusod ... The second problem is that the place is very remote that there is no real restaurant nearby, and meals available on site are really not good. So it can be fun to make a night, but watch the price of tours to the volcano!