Umi Nest: Clean, Pet Friendly, Netflix, Breakfast!

Entire townhouse in Zambales, Philippines

  1. 3 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Tamara
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

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Self check-in

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
With several cozy nooks for reading, writing, or working, Umi Nest is designed for relaxation and creativity with a patio, bathtub, barbecue grill & dining area.

30 square meters, 45 mins from Clark Airport, 15 mins from the beaches and 5 mins from Royal Duty Free.

NOTABLE FEATURES:

•Comfy beds
•Outdoor Bathtub
•Hot shower
•Backyard for Pets
•WiFi
•BBQ grill
•Outdoor dining
•Hammock
•Full kitchenette
•Gated village
•24hr security
•AC
•Pet friendly*
•2+ Guests*

*w/ a fee

The space
This snug retreat is designed with several inviting nooks for you to unwind—whether it's reading a book, writing a novel, or conquering the world from your laptop.

Nestled on the 1st floor of a newly renovated FORMER NAVY HOUSE in Kalayaan Village, Eiwa Nest offers STREET PARKING IN specific designated areas.

NOTE: The other half of this duplex structure is occupied by another HOMEOWNER, so please refrain from blocking access or parking on their driveway.

Inside our charming 1-bedroom unit, you'll step into the KITCHEN area, which flows seamlessly into the dining area where the TV is located. The kitchen is equipped with a ceiling fan to keep you cool.

The air-conditioned BEDROOM is separated from the living room by a sliding door, and curtains can be closed for added privacy. For those who love fresh air, a CEILING FAN is available in the bedroom as well.

The BATHROOM, though cozy, is thoughtfully designed with a transparent glass partition that separates the shower area from the rest of the space—perfect for two good friends to use simultaneously.

The KITCHEN is small but functional. There's an ELECTRIC stove for cooking, and a couple of pots and pans. There is a toaster, rice cooker, and other electric appliances (except a microwave) in the cabinet. There's a kettle and FRENCH PRESS for your morning coffee.

The BEDROOM opens to the back patio, where the BATHTUB is located, along with outdoor seating, and a HAMMOCK when the weather is good. The PATIO is fenced in, so your dogs can play off leash while you cook some barbecue!

Guest access
Umi Nest will be YOUR HOME for the entire duration of your stay. The entire apartment with kitchen, dining, and back patio is your private space. The backyard/garden area (down the hill) is off limits to guests, as is the laundry room, electrical room, and storage areas in the garage.

The BEDROOM has a luxuriously soft queen size bed with ample beddings. If you prefer a firmer mattress, the SOFA BED is ideal.

The KITCHEN is fully equipped (except a microwave) and includes self-service breakfast that includes SOURDOUGH bread, peanut butter with cacao, fresh fruit, eggs and our very own blend of premium local COFFEE. The water is potable, and most residents drink from the tap. You can also purchase The Nest by the Sea's CHAMPORADO via our shop. :)

The bathroom has great water pressure, and all taps run hot and cold water.

The TV is located in the dining area, and there is a small desk nearby where guests can work.

This Nest is equipped with fiber internet. Because we live in such a woody area, sometimes our internet connection is disconnected by monkeys or falling trees.

The back patio has a barbecue grill, hammock, and bathtub for your enjoyment. The front hallway is a shared access hallway for guests and staff.

There is a pool in a resort nearby which you can use for a fee, and a convenience store just 1 minute drive from our Umi Nest.

VALUE-ADDS:
• Free self-service breakfast items with unlimited coffee and tea
• Exclusive perks from partner establishments
• Discounts for 2+ nights
• Baby crib and high chair available by reservation for a fee

Other things to note
THINGS TO CONSIDER
• Kalayaan Homes allows guests to enter only via the Argonaut Highway Gate.
• Roadside parking spaces
• Ideal for guests with vehicles, Subic Taxis can be pricey
• Forest wildlife such as monkeys, insects, birds and reptiles
• Power and Internet interruptions during bad weather
• Noise Restrictions, no loud parties, no karaoke
• Alcohol restrictions, no hard liquor
• Illegal downloads are not tolerated in our homes
• Pets allowed after approval process, with a fee
• Extra charges may be applied for special requests such as early check in or late check out.
• Extra Guest fees after 2 guests

DISCOUNTS
Our guests often regret not booking longer, so we've added in discounts for stays of 2 nights or more. The longer you stay, the bigger the discount. Treat yourself to that extra day!

DAYTIME GUESTS
We charge a daytime guest fee of P500 per guest. Please let us know if you will be entertaining guests in our Nest.

DOGS
Tedd and Pepper, our energetic labradoodles sometimes live upstairs in our Tuki Nest, which we also rent on AirBNB.

CATS
When the dogs are not around, there are some stray cats that hang around the property.

NOISE
The Tuki Nest floors are made of wood, with only a small space separating them from your ceiling, so you will most likely hear the guests or the dogs walking around up there sometimes.

Our neighbors may get loud at night. No noise is allowed past 10pm. If that happens, please let us know, so we can alert the village security guards.

REBOOKING
In line with our firm cancellation policy, we do not allow rebooking less than 2 weeks before your stay.

CLEANING AND SHEET CHANGES
In our effort to reduce unnecessary use resources, cleaning and sheet changes are conducted every 3 days for longer stays. Should you want your sheets to be changed daily, this can be arranged for an extra cleaning fee.

ACTIVITIES
Subic has great activities for all types of groups and individuals. Booked guests have access to our guide book for things to see and do around town!

OUR NESTS
If you are interested in booking multiple Nests, here is a rundown of our Subic Bay Nests, by village:

>> KALAYAAN (Closest to town, and all on the same property)
Eiwa Nest: pet friendly, bathtub, 4 guests
Umi Nest: pet friendly, bathtub, 3 guests
Mango Nest: hut, 2 guests
Tuki Nest: 5 guests

>> BINICTICAN (Between Kalayaan and Cubi, close to El Kabayo Falls)
Hillside Nest: 8 guests

>> CUBI is closest to Camayan Beach and Subic Airport
>> CUBI: OPAL Apartments (all on the same floor)
Forest Nest: pet friendly, 4 guests
Ocean Nest: pet friendly, 4 guests
Agta Nest: pet friendly, 2 guests

>> CUBI: Rainforest Nest (one house)
Cahaya Nest: 8 guests
Kahilom Nest: pet friendly, 8 guests
Piti Nest: pet friendly, 4 guests
Saya Nest: pet friendly, bathtub, 4 guests
Virya Nest: pet friendly, 2 guests
Jiva Nest: 2 guests
Kelana Nest Camper: pet friendly, 2 guests

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.94 out of 5 from 344 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines
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Neighborhood highlights

Kalayaan is one of the residential hills in Subic Bay. The housing area was built for the American Navymen who were stationed here in the 70s, and you can see from the houses that it still somehow looks like it did back then.

There is a convenience store down the hill where you can get basic necessities. For other needs, there are a few groceries and markets in Subic Bay CBD (Central Business District), about 5 minutes drive from the Umi Nest.

Kalayaan is a great place to watch for birds, monkeys, and other wildlife.

There are several beaches nearby. Our favourite beach just a short drive from Umi Nest, Camayan (20 minutes drive) is a nice pet friendly beach with a restaurant. Acea Resort is just down the road from the airport ( 15 minutes drive) and they have day packages which you can avail of.

For scuba diving, Subic Bay has some nice wrecks. Summer is the best time to go when the water is clearer. Camayan has a dive shop that caters to both beginners and advanced divers.

We highly recommend a speedboat day trip to the nearby coves. The dock is just 10 minutes from the house and it's the quickest way to go see the nearby beaches. More info in our guide book :)

For snorkelling and Island hopping, we recommend Zambales. Just an hour drive away, a good day trip is island hopping to Capones Island Lighthouse with a stop over at Camara Island for some snorkelling and lunch on the beach. The jump off point is Pundakit in San Antonio, Zambales. Let us know, and we'll set you up with a boat. Pundakit is also a great place to find surf from June-February.

Meet your host

Superhost
5,137 reviews
4.88 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
My work: Visual Artist
I spend too much time: Dreaming up new Nests
We are visual artists: Martin is a musician and film director, and Tamara is an Underwater Cinematographer. We both surf+travel often. We are based in Subic Bay with our nine! dogs. We love camping and good times on the beach with easygoing people. We keep to ourselves, so you won't see us or our team unless we are needed. We'll give you your privacy while you're staying at our Nest. We clean up after ourselves and respect the locals. :)

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 2:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
3 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
May encounter potentially dangerous animal
Carbon monoxide detector not required