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.

Randy was really nice to us, he took us to the bus station and give us a lot of advice. But we couldn't be comfortable in his house. It's not very clean, there is a lot of lezard, and the location is not very good. Let's say it's a good place if you don't have a lot of money and if you want to have a closer look on the "real" philipin life

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.

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!

Its a new house. Everybody enjoyed and had a good time. Definitely a good choice if you want a quiet and private place. The caretaker was helpful and amiable. Best bang for the buck.

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 clean, affordable and has a great location.

The place was great. The people were nice. There's just a few prob during our check-in wherein the guests prior us were still there. And they still have to clean the rooms and all. That's just about it. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.

We arrive at Charisse place 30 mins late. We use waze to locate it but when we arrived on the location specified by waze, the resort was not there. We were lost! So we asked the locals where the resort is. We found out that we already passed it by. The signage of the resort was not that noticeable so be sure to be keen. Upon arrival, the place was amazing. What you see is what you get. It was an excellent venue. It was big to cover 50 pax. There are other activities that you can do when you ain't swimming as there is videoke cave and billiard hall available. The videoke cave was amazing at night and has a disco lights that are sound sensitive. When night falls, mosquitoes came out. We bought mosquito coils in the nearest store to repel the mosquitos in the place. Also, the beddings provided are enough to cover 20 to 25 pax. Anything excess, you need to bring extra beddings. Overall, we enjoyed the our stay in the place. Thank you Charisse! :)

The resort itself is nice. We had fun! The caretakers were not informed that We already paid it. Manong loloy asked me who will pay the resort. To the Host, Please make sure that you coordinate and communicate with the owner and caretakers. Second, I thought there are kitchenwares ans utensils at the Resort. Sad to say but there's none.

This is such a huge place! The price is worth it!

The place is great, big and clean. It can really house large groups. It is a great value for the money. Charisse is accomodating and very considerate as well. Mang lolong and the rest of the housetaker are helpful and accomodating too. Just want to suggest that it will be great if a signage of the place can be put on the highway or street or on the resort itself. This is so that it can be easily llocated. Overall, it is a highly recommended place ;)

What you see is what you get in the property. It was clean when we arrived. The place is huge and very suitable for big groups but only for day use since the rooms have limited capacity. We enjoyed the videoke because it has updated songs. :)

We had a great time here and the host is so accomodating. Though the rooms weren't enough for 50 persons, still such a great place to relax.

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We arrived early at the resort but they let us in with no additional charge. Had a great stay, we enjoyed everything. Will definitely recommend to others.

The place was bigger than we expected! Ms. Lei and the caretakers were very accommodating! Will come back and recommend! :)

I strongly recommend Clarinda of Pawikan Private Pools! The amenities are accurate and as described in their listing page in Airbnb. This listing is also accessible as it's just right beside the road but perfectly secured and secluded, ensuring your privacy. Our family enjoyed how rustic Clarinda is, patterned to the old Philippine house style built with capiz shells & coco lumber - the windows, walls and doors are picture perfect! And the pool, it's naturally heated perfect for a relaxing stay! Definitely there'll be a next time for sure! Thanks to the caretakers & Kuya Ador for welcoming us and being extra helpful! Thumbs up to you too host Lei for ensuring smooth & timely replies! Thanks again for hosting us! :-)

our overall stay was okay. areas for improvement would be as follows: - lighting, the place was dim lit at night particularly in the dining area and the rooms - sliding doors of the rooms, they are a bit difficult to open and close

not a very pleasant place to stay... we had to call so many times for them to help us with some stuff and was told they cant come because they were busy with other guest. had to ask for blankets a couple of times... there werre 15 of us but only provided 7 blankets! and in the morning... saw a big rat in the kitchen eating our food...

Spacious and clean facility. Though they have to make some adjustments on how to support their guests especially during midnight, as no one is around to assists us for urgent help needed.

greatly recommended!

The place was very nice and spacious. Place is close to commercial area so alot of stores nearby. All three rooms were airconditioned and the onsite staff were polite and kind enough to accomodate our request. Highly recommended.