My family's vacation at Ibeth's place was cancelled because on that particular day, her venue was exactly at Typhoon Nina's path. Ibeth is a decent host and a wonderful human being because she discouraged us to go on with the trip considering we have children with us. She was more concerned with my family's safety over profit. Thank you, Ibeth.

Ibeth's place was actually more than what we expected. We literally had the whole island all to ourselves. Everything was perfect. The place had a lot of things to offer from the various animals, bonfire, activities and the environment. Perfect for stargazing! Oh and Ate Amy was very accommodating. She cooked good food and was very friendly. Don't miss her ginataang hipon! Ibeth, the host, was also very helpful and accommodating. She guided us all throughout the whole trip to the island. I also appreciated how she checked in on us until we got there. We'll definitely be back!

Weekend well spent here. If you wanna escape Manila really quick, this place is just 3 hours away. Hosts are really accommodating. Went with my wife and kids, was hesitant at first as this was a camp site, and I have never taken them to camping, but it went well, this is a good introduction to your kids to camping. Well you can say this is glamping(glamorous camping). Wish I had brought me more meat to grill or something that grills for a long time. But there's always next time :D

Ibeth was very helpful with everything and the listing was exactly as described, a beautiful serene island.

We had so much fun in the place, the kids enjoyed the warm and calmness of the lake, unlike swimming pools were movements are so limited. The place is kids friendly, we just missed to experience sleeping in the tent because of the rain showers that night. The area has a good water and elec supply. The caretakers served us well.

the place was exactly how i imagined it to be. it was the best place for the type of vacation which my family needed. i'd say the whole experience was lovely. the host and the caretakers really took care of us and our needs... will definitely come back. thanks!

Had a great time in Ibeth's place! I was confused at first because I didn't realize that Greenvalley 1 and 2 are located in the same island; in fact, the huts are just next to each other. The place is serene and quiet. You can walk around the whole island and not encounter anyone. Too bad though that the sunny weather was punctuated with brief bursts of rain. Despite it, you will never feel the humidity that blankets Manila and the sunshine is actually quite friendly. The lake breeze is very refreshing and it was an awesome (but scary) experience swimming in the lake. The place is extremely pet friendly. We brought the family dog and he had the most fun running around and swimming. He also made new friends -- with Happy the husky being the most special one he made. Bring a doggie life vest though as the lake bottom suddenly drops out in some portions and your pet might panic when his feet can't stand on anything. Accommodations are basic. We didn't ask to have tents pitched as it might rain again during the night. The cots in the huts are comfortable and despite it being indoors, the evening climate was cool. It wasn't a problem sleeping inside. we didn't even need to use the electric fan provided in one of the bedrooms in the big hut. Bathrooms are okay. However, the water pressure was low when we were there because only droplets were coming out of the shower hehe. Worry not though as there is a balde and tabo provided. You can use their plates and cutlery, and kitchen utensils. Bring lots of ice and your own food. The caretakers Ate Amy and Kuya Lito are the best host proxies. They are very gracious and accommodating and always checked-in on us to see whether we needed anything. They are the salt of the earth, really. Like the other reviewers before us said, it was too bad that there were no river shrimp for Ate Amy's famous ginataang hipon. However, she did cook for us a mean pancit bihon and gave us a Coke and a bag of monay to go with it. Thank you Ibeth for the pansit. It wasn't really necessary but it was a very kind gesture :) I am glad to have discovered Ibeth's island in Airbnb. The dog and I can't wait to return there.

We absolutely love the place. It has a lovely view of the lake, the seclusion is appealing, the caretakers were accommodating, the surroundings were clean, and it has a peaceful atmosphere. The hut has sink! It's one thing others with similar listing have unintentionally failed to add. Now we know where to go regularly for a weekend jaunt.

great experience, caretakers are very helpful. thank you ate ligaya & kuya larry.

Very nice accomodation. The scenery was nice despite the rainy weather. The Owners and staff were very welcoming as well as accomodating even though we arrived hours after the designated check-in time. It was an amazing overnight glamping experience and I would not hesitate to come back again. Thank you for the wonderful experience Mr. Philipp Inno.

It was an awesome experience for me and my family. Glamping is a very good way of introducing our kids to outdoor activities. Now they are asking for more.... :) Inno was very helpful and the caretakers Aling Ligaya and Mang Larry were always there to cater to our needs...food, bonfire, boat ride....etc! Hotdogs and Marshmallows will never be the same again. Thumbs up to BLOC!

Staff are very accommodating and friendly.food are great. Will surely be back here after the rainy seasons

The place was perfect (and so were our pictures)! Sir Philipp, our host, and his family welcomed us wholeheartedly in their mini paradise. The campsite was quite cold in the evening and the tent was very cozy. We had a campfire prepared by our hosts and availed of the specialty food prepared in the cafe. It was very delicious! Make sure to wake up early for the sunrise -- it was so beautiful! We also had a great adventure at Cavinti Falls! Sir Philipp and his family were very kind to bring us there. Overall, it was a very great experience! The campsite is for everyone; families and groups of friends will surely enjoy! The locals were also very kind. A couple allowed us to hitch a ride and dropped us off in front of the campsite since we arrived late for the last jeepney ride! Again, thank you for making our quick weekend getaway a blast!

We visited the BLOC campsite over the weekend and the experience was amazing. I didn't know what to expect at first as a friend recommended the place and it was a last minute decision to go; hence, not a lot of time to research. Philipp was very helpful from the onset and never failed to provide options to help me get the best experience from the trip. Stepping inside the campsite for the first time, the setup was simple but very well thought of. The area surrounding the campsite was beautiful! The lake, the cool breeze, everything. It rained late afternoon and that evening so we didn't get to do the bonfire or watch the outdoor movie, but the food they prepared for dinner was delicious and clearly made up for missing some activities due to the weather. Breakfast the following morning was "special"! Seeing this place, especially meeting the hosts, is highly recommended!

Philipp and AJ were wonderful hosts. While they had other guests, they made us feel that we were the only ones there. The place was amazing and I will definitely recommend it to others. Such a shame that we only stayed there for one night and one day. We hope to go back there someday with more time to spare.

Philipp and his whole household treat their guests as family. We were given a very warm welcome when we got to the campsite. They serve great food and excellent service. We'll definitely come back soon!

Great and clean place

Book here! Perfect vacation house in the middle of a barrio near Caliraya lake. Very good property. The host and Ate Annalyn, the overseer are very accommodating. Very peaceful and silent barrio environment. Clean and with sufficient water supply. Definitely we are coming back and commendable!

We're canceled our trip one day before our actual check out date because of the following reasons: *The host is charging us extra payment for additional guests despite the fact that his ad says 'no extra charge' for additional people. *The host even asked us to leave in the middle of the night when we declined to pay. *Limited water supply-The host's overseer turns off the water supply at night. This was not explained to us beforehand. *There were flies everywhere inside the house. *Terribly noisy neighborhood. There were so many drunk teens walking around the neighborhood during our stay. *The bathroom gets flooded everytime we turn on the faucet. *The house only had one bathroom. The listing advertised two. *The overseer doesn't want us to use two rooms. We had to call the host and convince him that his listing is supposed to allow us to use two rooms because that's what's shown in the ad. *The host demanded that we all give him all the names of the individuals in our group. We felt harrassed and bullied by the host. Overall, this is a pretty traumatic and scarring experience to me and my family. The host seems to be ill equipped in the hospitality business and he made our entire stay miserable.

Perfect experience in the middle of a barrio! Silent, kind people around, and great vacation house. Most importantly, you will experience the warm welcome of its host and caretakers, very hospitable and loving people. The place is a great vacation house and everything that you need is available. You can also order breakfast, lunch and dinner from Ate Annalyn at a surprisingly very low price. She is a great cook and very accommodating :) Very satisfied!

Mr. King (the owner) is beyond accomodating. He made sure that all our needs are met and so much more. He has taken care of all our requests. His wife cooks the best home cooked meals. The accomodation was very comfortable and located in a lake front property. The large coleman tent with airbeds was enough for our family. We are a big family with lots of kids. Really value for money. It was really nice of Mr King to accomodate the bonfire request of the kids though it was a bit drizzling. I would have to remind the guests that this is still camping so if you are expecting a hotel type accomodation with ensuite bathroom, this place is not for you. But I tell you, you are missing a lot. One thing more, Mr King made sure to talk first to the boatmen and negotiated for us for the lake tour and fishing. Our father, catching 3 America black bass was one of the many highlights of this trip. Overall, this is one experience that our family will truly cherish - a stress-free vacation with the picture perfect view. We wished we could have stayed longer. We will be back for sure.

Mr. King, thank you for being such a warm host. We enjoyed our stay at your place! We had a wonderful family bonding time! We enjoyed being back to basics, enjoyed the scenery and the serenity your place brings every morning, the laid-back feel of country life. It's such a respite!

I loved every minute I spent at King's. It was scenic, quiet, and convenient. It had none of the flashy "packaged" glamping stuff which made the experience homey. King was a great host. He waited until we arrived, checked us in, prepped our food and entertained us with interesting conversation. Even his nine year old son Junior was engaging and went out of his way to ensure my kid had a great time. Our tent could accommodate 4 people and was equipped with a fan, an extension cord for charging, 1 queen matress and 1 double matress, 4 pillows. A picnic table with umbrella set up in front. Area is well lit and safe. King's dogs were friendly. My kid didn't check his phone. He played basketball, learned to bike, and swam in the lake. King had life vests and tubes for safety. We had a bonfire and mallows, too. It felt like you were really camping with cousins and friends. All of us ended up wishing we booked a day earlier. :) King's is a place for families run by a family. We will be back soon.

Mr King was a gracious host. He communicated with us every step of the way, including advising on best route to take to reach their place. All throughout our stay, he checked on us often to make sure everything was in order. His whole family and friends made sure we felt welcome and enjoyed our stay. Our tents were comfortable, with comfortable beds, clean linens, fans and electricity for our phones. The view of the lake was beautiful. Picture perfect in the morning, at noon and at night. Our children enjoyed fishing with bamboo rods, complete with earthworm baits along the lake bank, and actually catching some fish!!! Well, they let the fishes swim back to the lake after. My husband and I enjoyed the small clams from the lake, cooked with ginger and malunggay for dinner! There were green mangoes, just picked from their trees as well. The bonfire with marshmallows and hotdogs, using long bamboo sticks was such fun. Other than the distant singing of local residents (local fiesta) , all was quiet allowing us a restful night. On Day 2, our daughters wanted to go fishing on the lake for american black bass, unfortunately, the boatmen were attending the fiesta. We went hiking instead to a local ilog through the jungle, and spent the most part of the day taking in the local ecosystem, the flowing waters running through big and smaller rocks and lots of trees that provide good cover from the midday sun. It was a trip led by Mr King himself and the whole family. All in all, the kids enjoyed the nature trip! Going back and appreciating God's beautiful creation of sun, blue skies, cottony clouds and a beautiful lake in the day and clear skies with stars at night and again a beautiful lake was beautiful memory. Apart from the scenery, equally enjoyable are the stories shared with the host Mr. King, his family and his friends. We felt like family. Our kids do want to go back to have that fishing trip on a boat in the middle of the bigger lake! Definitely, a must to return with the rest of the gang.

REFRESHING. After weeks of using dirty nasty hotels and rotten guest houses. It was so lovely to be back with a natural feel. Soft under foot, cool lake, calm breeze, great views. lovely people and a calm surrounding. Loved it.

Inspite of the rainy weather, i found the island and the cottage quite enchanting. The very cool and windy weather was definitely a plus. During my short stay, all i could hear was the sound of the water, the wind, the fish and the birds - definitely different from what i usually hear in the metro. And if one is into arts and photography, there are numerous quaint corners and spots on the island and in the cottage where you can get wonderful shots :)

The place was easy to find. The host provided clear, turn by turn instructions with landmarks. The house was clean and cozy with most basic things you would need stocked up. The place was nice and quiet, away from the bustles of the big city. Even though it was the middle of summer, the constant breeze was nice and cool. Overall, we had a great time just staying and enjoying the place. I would highly recommend this place and would definitely come back in the future.

Its my third time to go here with my friends. And we always enjoy the serenity and beauty of the place. Looking forward to come back again.

This is the perfect place to unwind. If rest and family bonding time is what you're after then this is the spot. The natural breeze beats an airconditioner anytime. Easy to get to - 3 to 4 hours by private vehicle and 10 mins by motorized banca. Best to leave the metro early to avoid traffic on SLEX and in Calamba. Kitchen is stocked with basics like seasonings and even barbecue sticks. Board games and books are on hand. Bedroom has one double bed which can fit 3 persons and one day bed for one person. The loft is good for several more persons and is provided with mats and blankets. Bathrooms are clean. The caretaker, Tony, is easy to contact and quickly answers our text queries. I almost do not want to give it a good review so I can keep the place to myself. We are planning our return trip already.

Host is very helpful in making sure my stay will go smooth.

Unique, idyllic and romantic

LOVED this place. The island is so peaceful and the house is beautiful. It felt so nice to be here that we didn't mind the electricity being on for just 6 hours a day. We didn't miss it. It's great that Antares allows you to bring your pets too. We brought our two pugs to celebrate their mama's birthday and they enjoyed the island as much as we did. They got to run around and explore; they even got to swim! Not many places in the Philippines are pet-friendly so I was really grateful for that. One of the most surprising things about the island was how breezy it was. We went at the height of summer but we didn't need to switch on the fans at all. The climate on the island is perfect. It's an idyllic place that encourages you to relax, disconnect, and do nothing but read books and enjoy the company of friends and family. The only thing I regretted was that we only booked one night. We'll be coming back for sure and for a longer stay next time. Thank you so much for sharing this amazing house and island with everyone Antares! :)

This place is amazing. My family really had a great time especially my two dogs. The place is very accessible and very private. It was a wonderful experience and I can't wait to go back again. All my stresses were gone for 3 days that I stayed there. It was peaceful, quiet, a place where you can really relax. The caretaker was very pleasant. He assisted us with everything we need. I will definitely inform my friends of this place so they too could experience what I felt when I stayed in the island. I already missed the place and can't wait to go back. :-)

The place is very scenic and peaceful. The house looks a bit bigger in the pictures but its ok because there's a lot space you can move around outside of the house. We got lost though following waze, look for barangay lumot in waze instead of sierra lake house.

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Casa Amore is a sight for sore eyes. The place has an amazing view of the lake, even from inside the house. There's plenty of room for everything - three levels of open spaces for meetings, chilling, games, sleep. You would wish time will just stop. The lake is perfect for kayaking and swimming - vests are required to ensure safety. More importantly, Francis is very responsive. Although he isn't there physically, our "angels", Laila, Raquel and Jerry, made our stay much more pleasurable. It exceeded our expectations! And I will have no second thoughts of coming back. If you are looking for a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city, Casa Amore is beyond perfect! You have to see for yourself.

View-to die for! House-big, airy, bright! Things to do: eat, sit, read, enjoy the view, sleep, kayak, fish, and take wonderful pictures! Very helpful staff/housekeepers - efficient A really wonderful place to go to for retreat. Forget about the busy buzzing city life. Don't be too late, the last road leading to the house 1-1.5km is narrow & dark.

The place was excellent and we had a very enjoyable experience. If you want quiet and stress-free vacation this is it. Caretakers Raquel and Lai are very helpful in assisting in everything we need. Gerry the lifeguard was also great and was there all the time to take care of what we need while we were swimming. Just make sure to bring enough food, water, snacks as there's no store nearby. Would love to come back again.

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We loved this place so much we didn't want to leave! Thank you for the smooth communication, Sir Francisco! Everything was in detail so we didn't encounter any problems locating the house (even though it was at the far end of the subdivision). We especially love how bright and cheery the place is (we did a photoshoot), every corner is what they say "instagrammable". The view just outside the house: stunning! I only have good words to say for this place...perfect place to unwind with family and friends. Even more commendable were the staffs inside the house - very attentive to our every need! They are an asset, Sir Francisco, send them my regards :) Till next time!

I had a team outing with my officemates ,and sir Francis' home is the best choice for it. His place is picturesque ,and his staff was very warm and helpful. He provided us with games we could play inside the house and water activities that bonded the whole team. We had water interruption and a bit of airconditioning issues in one of the rooms but other than those, the place is awesome!

The house is really lovely! It's a bit far from the main road, better to make sure to arrive before dark. But the lakefront location is worth it. :) The owners and the househelp were also very accomodating and patient with all our inquiries and requests.

The house is lovely; it's like a home-made art museum. Helpers are available for assistance as well. We had fun with water sports. Thank you, Francis, for being a great host!

We stayed here on a weekend and it provided the seclusion we wanted. The house is very clean, the kitchen facilities sufficient, and the caretaker family were very attentive and responsive to our needs. Best time to kayak and "party" on the small raft is very early morning. Recommended for small groups who just want to relax and disconnect from social media noise. The hosts Rebecca and Richard were very helpful and replies quickly on inquiries so that we know what to expect and prepare for. Thank you!

The place was great for my team strategic planning. The location is far away from the noise of the road and nearby houses. Actually this is my second time around this place.

This is our second time to stay at Richard's place, the first one was only 8 weeks ago. Needless to say, our family loved the place. It was actually my husband who requested we spend his birthday weekend here. The house is cozy and clean. The green surroundings and wide open view of the lake provides for a very relaxing ambience. Their caretakers Joe and Inday were on hand to assist us and to make sure that we were comfortable. They were very helpful, even their children were involved in fulfilling our needs. (The 5gal water that we brought for drinking- more than enough the first time we were there- ran out. It was their children who took care of having it refilled). There was an abundance of fresh Buco juice. Yum! I would not hesitate to recommend Richard's place to my friends and relatives.

Great place, well maintained, nice place to relax

Richard is so friendly and constantly answered my questions. The directions given to us is accurate. The boatman is also friendly for he waited for us until dark. The helper is also nice because she helped us clean the place before we go. The only problem we encountered is that there is no water but all in all the place was great! Thank you, Richard!

I booked this place with my friends to do a photoshoot and at the same time unwind for an overnight stay. It all seemed perfect as the house is located next to the lake till we got there and found out that there was no electricity. There was a solar panel though that provided us two light bulbs at the veranda and in the kitchen. At any other given time, it would have been ok. We may have unexpectedly experienced the disconnection through the outside world (as we couldn't charge our mobile phones, we had to conserve our battery to be able to contact the boatman to pick us up the next day) but we went there to do a photoshoot, and there was no power to plug the hair iron and charge our camera battery. I contacted Richard, and his wife was quick to offer a full refund but we decided to enjoy our stay instead and accepted half the refund. The lake's lovely and the house is cozy. I would definitely go back if they can fix the solar panels and provide an electric fan cause there were mosquitos. Richard's wife also phoned me to stay as long as we could the next day so I would still rate the host 5 stars for accommodating us and offering to compensate us quickly.

The hosts were very pleasant and easy to talk to. The place is very charming and quaint... it was was very comfortable. It was raining and cold there, which wasn't expected, the caretaker provided me with a clean blanket. I brought a portable fan but had no use for it, between the cool air and just diving into the water. I was told by some one on the other side of the lake that there would be a problem with flies, It's a lake house in the woods, that is to be expected, as long as you don't leave food out in the open for long, you won't attract flies. The caretakers were very hospitable and a accommodating. This listing is as described, but much more beautiful than in the photos.

It was a great experience! The housekeeper (Inday) was great as she's assisted us all along. The hosts were great as well. We came in at around 5.30pm and allowed us to stay until 4pm the next day which was very generous. The only problem we had during our stay was the broken water pipe or tank at that time so we had limited access to the washroom and kitchen. But everything else was great, the experience was awesome!

I enjoyed my stay in there so much because host members are very kind. Good access to the falls and Pagsanjan falls is so exciting. Clean room, nice river view from the room and delicious dinner and breakfast. The most impressive thing is that host members are so kind and help me a lot.

I was welcomed very nicely. The room I got was the one that appears in the photo. It is a corner room with 2 windows overlooking the river. I found the accommodation to be very suitable for the price with A/C and TV. I would have liked a hot shower, but finally adjusted myself to a cold one. I recommend this guest house because of it's location, price and facilities. It is only 1 minute walk from the shops in the center of town which has a very nice, small center with beautiful church, access to the river, and a good gym 5 minutes trike ride away.

It was convenient since it is close to Cavinti Falls. I wish there was adequate water supply in the second floor bathrooms. The road to the house was not very inviting. Overall, it was adequate.

Great experience! The house was ideal -- huge, new, and clean. Our hosts were incredibly warm and welcoming. It was a huge help that Tatay Jho had a tricycle and so we had a sort of private service to bring us around town, and Mommy makes the best fried tilapia ever! And Cavinti is a small, adorable town packed with adventure. My family had so much fun. We'll definitely stay again when we return!

We had a wonderful time in the area, the place was nice and clean and Tatay Jhoe was very accommodating and friendly. Would definitely go back again

We had a great time staying at Theo's lake house. Enteng, the caretaker was very polite and helpful to us. Theo's direction going to the house was precise so we didn't have a hard time looking for it. It was a wonderful vacation indeed away from the hussle and buzzle of the city.

This place is a delight for the nature-minded. If you need to retreat, recover, recharge, this is just the perfect hide-away. The amenities are topnotch.

My family and I all had a good time in Levie's house. The place is very cozy and clean. All her rooms are spacious. In fact the house can accommodate more than 12 as her double beds can be slept by two people. Simply love the design and layout of her house . The kitchen has all the utensils we need. Her mom was so accosting and helped is arranged our pagsanjan tour and after the tour we were dropped off right at the back of their house! Simply convenient. The only improvement is that one of the big rooms where the 4 double decks are, seems the capacity of the aircon is not enough to cover the huge room. We put 3 electric fans to help compensate for it. Will definitely recommend and be back,

Me and 9 of my girlfriends spent the night at Levie's house on June 12-13, 2015. The moment we entered the property we were already mesmerized with how homey, quaint, and well appointed the house was. It stayed true to its modern Filipino vibe with its vintage accessories, paintings, and other details. Our favorite part of the house was the kitchen and the bedrooms. The kitchen was spacious and it has everything one would need to make a good meal. The refrigerator is large enough for groceries too. The bedrooms were really great: spacious, comfortably large beds, with bedsheets that can rival key hotels. We all agreed that the place was made with the guests' comfort in mind. Our visit was even made extra special because Levie's mom, Ms Marina, was there to accommodate us and attend to our queries. She was generous enough to let us pick camote tops from her garden, plus a bonus watermelon as dessert for our breakfast meal. We were si delighted we took pictures with her. I would highly recommend Casa Marina to any big groups, even families with kids. We're looking forward to go back for our next bonding trip! Thanks Levie and Ms Mina!

We had a great time staying here.very nice place ,staying at this place was exceptionally satisfying.all the things you needed were available.place was clean and tidy.i will highly recommend this place.

The house was a fusion of a modern interior design and a rustic quaint homey vibe! Our families enjoyed our stay there a lot. The host was also very gracious. Her mom was also kind enough to reserve boats for our Pagsanjan river adventure. She also recommended a restaurant where we had our lunch during our first day of stay. Each room has its own shower room/restroom, which made it very convenient for us, guests. Every corner is picturesque. The walls were also decorated with paintings and old photographs. The antique decors seemed to transport us back through time, yet its modern details made us feel close to home. Definitely a nice place to stay.

My family and I had a great time here. It's very spacious and cozy. Tita M was very accommodating too. We would love to come back to this place! :)