Fabulous Taal Lake Views - Ataalaya Farmhouse

Entire bed and breakfast in Batangas, Philippines

  1. 8 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 6 beds
  4. 2.5 baths
Hosted by Patricia
  1. Superhost
  2. 10 years hosting

Listing highlights

Unwind in the hot tub

This is one of the few places in the area with this amenity.

Patricia is a Superhost

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Perched atop a forest clad cliff on the southernmost tip of Taal Lake, sits Ataalaya, a 5 hectare rural retreat that celebrates the heritage and traditions of Old Batangas, yet offers the comforts of modern living. Ataalaya's design could best be described as Colonial Melange - blending elements of Cape Dutch and Indian styles with Philippine architecture.

Its most striking feature is the amazing vista of Taal Lake featuring Taal Volcano itself, the lake's islands, and majestic Mount Maculot.

The space
Perched atop a forest clad cliff on the southernmost tip of Taal Lake, sits Ataalaya, a 5 hectare rural retreat that celebrates the heritage and traditions of Old Batangas, yet offers the comforts of modern living. Ataalaya's design could best be described as Colonial Melange - blending elements of Cape Dutch and Indian styles with Philippine traditional architecture, creating the ambience of a colonial plantation home.

The name Ataalaya is an amalgam of the Spanish word 'Atalaya' which means lookout tower or point, and Taal. Its most striking feature is the breathtaking vista of Taal Lake-- featuring Taal Volcano itself, the lake's islands, and, most remarkably, majestic Mount Maculot, dominating the lakescape. This is the side of Taal Lake that most visitors have never seen, with its jungle backdrop, unusual flora and fauna, and the absence of urban sprawl. One will experience the Lake as it must have been like in days gone by...

Ataalaya is an ideal bed and breakfast for families and friends. It functions as well as a placeholder for events such as retreats, private functions, small conferences, reunions, team building, weddings, birthdays, etc.

Ataalaya is truly a magical discovery just an hour and a half's leisurely drive south from Manila.

Guest access
Guests are free to use house facilities, including a 2 level pavilion and a jacuzzi overlooking the lake. The area also has a hidden bamboo garden which can be explored. Guests are also free to roam the plantation adjacent to the house.

Although steep, there is a rough trail leading down to Taal Lake which you can hike to swim and see the lake from a different perspective.

The house has a garage that can fit 5 cars, with more available parking space across the property.

Guests can use the washing machine with a charge of PHP300.00 per load. The iron and ironing board can be borrowed, free of charge.

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom 1
1 queen bed, 2 floor mattresses
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 queen bed

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Hot tub
TV with standard cable
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 26 reviews.

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Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 96% of reviews
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  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Batangas, Philippines
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Neighborhood highlights

The area is surrounded by lush, virgin forests. It is located in a small town that is away from the hustle and bustle of urban living. It is also close to:

Taal Heritage Town (9km)
Anilao Diving/Snorkeling Resorts (18km)
Alitagtag Local Market (2.5km)
Cuenca Market (9km)
Mt. Maculot Hike Starting Point (9km)

Recommended Activities nearby:

Taal Heritage Town Tour
Anilao Island Hopping (Diving/snorkeling)
Mt. Maculot Hiking Tour
Boat Trip and Hike to Taal Volcano

Filipino breakfast will be served every morning. (garlic rice, bread, jams, farm fresh eggs, beef or pork tapa (marinated beef or pork), longganisa (Philippine sausage), fried fish, assorted local fruit, cereals, coffee and tea.

Meet your host

Superhost
104 reviews
4.95 out of 5 average rating
10 years of hosting
Speaks English and Tagalog
Lives in Metro Manila, Philippines
I am a friendly, easy going person who enjoys meeting similarly nice people. I would be happy to share my piece of paradise in the Philippines with you. It is a magical place which I am sure you will not be disappointed with. Cheers!

Patricia is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Checkout before 12:00 PM
8 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm not reported
Smoke alarm not reported
Pet(s) live on property