Breezy & Spacious 2br Australian Home | Downstairs

Room in Dumaguete, Philippines

  1. 2 bedrooms
  2. 3 beds
  3. Dedicated bathroom
Stay with Tom
  1. Superhost
  2. 2 years hosting

Listing highlights

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Unbeatable location

100% of guests in the past year gave this location a 5-star rating.

Room in a home

Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
🛏️🛏️ Two private, air-conditioned bedrooms – both rooms included!

Good for:
🗓️ Long Stay -25% Discount
💻 Remote Workers +300 Mbps Wi-Fi
👩🏼‍❤️‍👨🏻 Couple
🐣 Family
👯‍♀️ Friends
👔 Coworkers
🧘🏻‍♂️ Solo travellers
🐕Vacation with small dog(s)

Rooms:
🛏️ Room 1: Single bed & Office desk. Doubles as a workspace
🛌🏻 Room 2: Double bed, Vanity & Wardrobe
🚿 En Suite Bathroom: Guest-Only, Water Heater

The space
🏡 Our proud home represents decades as an OFW family in Australia. The modern renovations to this traditional Filipino home give it the unique comfort you've been looking for. 🇦🇺🇵🇭

🌿 We see our Airbnb as a Lifestyle Rental, not just a room-for-rent, but a place to pause, reflect, and reset. During your stay, we hope you enjoy being in a sanctuary where you can breathe, think, and heal.

👩🏻‍💼Our awesome caretaker Lita lives next door and will assist with checking in & out, feeding Chuckie (our shy dog), taking out the trash and general cleaning. She has a great sense of humor and is a fantastic asset to your comfort and convenience, please treat her with dignity and respect 🌞

Safety & Security:
📹 24/7 CCTV covering entrances & windows
🔒 Maisonette-style home – Separate upstairs and downstairs living quarters
🐶 7ft fenced yard – Safe for dogs to roam freely

Comfort & Convenience:
🛬 Airport pickup ₱300
🛵 Motorcycle Rental ₱9,000/month, ₱2,000/week, ₱300/day
🍳 Two fully-stocked kitchens
🚪 Private ensuite bathroom
🚿 2nd bathroom (New)

🌿 Peaceful outdoor veranda
🚬 Smoking allowed outside
☕ Hand-ground coffee beans
🫖 Imported Australian tea

🪞 Backlit beauty mirror
🧳 Huge wardrobe

🧺 Laundry facilities
🅿️ Secure parking

Nearby Locations:
🏖️ 10-min walk to the beach (2-min drive)
🛍️ 6-min drive to Robinsons Mall – Shopping & dining
🌆 12-min drive to the Boulevard – Dumaguete's city centre
⛰️ 15-min drive to Valencia – Nature & mountain escapes
🤿 20-min drive to Dauin – World-class diving & snorkeling

Guest access
Both of your rooms and en-suite bathroom are private and lockable.

The upper-story living area is not accessible without an invitation.

The remainder of the house is shared access, including both kitchens, the dining room, veranda, second bathroom, laundry, balcony/gym and the yard.

During your stay
You’ll likely bump into your hosts – Tom & Grace 🌸

We're an Australian-Filipina couple who value intentional living, meaningful conversation, and authentic connection.

I'm Tom—a writer, thinker, and someone who's passionate about crafting a lifestyle that is calm, purposeful, and happy. I genuinely enjoy meeting people from around the world, learning their stories, and sharing a meaningful afternoon conversation.

My partner Grace is a psychologist finishing her master's degree, she loves fostering environments that support the pursuit of eudaimonia.

We live nearby and are available for any assistance during your stay. Ask us about recommendations for vehicle rental, restaurants, laundry, activities etc.

Let us know if you need anything—your comfort and peace of mind are our priority.

Other things to note
Chuckie, our friendly dog, lives on the property, he is very timid and doesn't bark but will eat shoes if they're left outside.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Lock on bedroom door
Garden view
Beach access
Kitchen
Wifi

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 17 reviews.

Guest favorite
This home is a guest favorite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 100% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 0% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 0% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Dumaguete, Central Visayas, Philippines

Neighborhood highlights

Sta. Monica Road, Banilad, Dumaguete is a peaceful and breezy neighborhood just outside the city center. It offers the perfect balance of quiet local living with convenient access to everything Dumaguete has to offer. The road is lined with tropical greenery, friendly neighbors, and easygoing charm.

Just a 2-minute drive from the beach and 10–15 minutes from downtown, you'll have quick access to restaurants, markets, and attractions—without the noise or congestion. Nearby sari-sari stores, laundry services, and quiet roads make it ideal for long stays, remote workers, and guests looking to enjoy Dumaguete at a gentler pace.

Meet your host

Superhost
20 reviews
4.95 out of 5 average rating
2 years of hosting
Born in the 90s
Speaks English
Lives in Dumaguete, Philippines
Pets: My dog Chuckie
I’m happy to spend time with my guests or give them space
Hi, I’m Tom, a half-Filipino, originally from Australia. I retired to the Philippines at 30 after a career in marketing, trading money for time and a simpler life. These days I read, write, volunteer, and live well with daily exercise, early mornings, and a mostly vegetarian diet. I live with my partner Grace (a psychologist-in-training) and Chuckie, a shy dog with strong opinions about shoes. Check out my website ExpatTech(dot)ph for Dumaguete services.

Tom is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Grace

Host details

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Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 10:00 AM
Checkout before 7:00 PM
3 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm