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The Private Beach Villa is available for rental all year round however, Religious holidays and special events should be booked early and you may need to check for availability. The Philippines National surfing championships held in October have proved to be very popular with surfers, as does the Sulangan Festival held in June. This Private beach villa is brand new as of 1st January 2006 and incorporates state of the art facilities. Philippines Beach Villa rental can be organised through the contact page, for self catering and rental information, please fill in the short form and we will be pleased to advise on rental rates and availability

PLEASE USE THE CONTACT PAGE FOR INFORMATION ON THE PHILIPPINES BEACH VILLA AND BOOKING DETAILS, VILLA PACIFIC IS A PRIVATE BEACH VILLA AND DOES NOT ACCEPT WALK IN GUESTS, CHECK THE LINKS TAB, TO SEE AVAILABILITY CALENDAR FOR BOOKING VACANCIES.

The rainy season in the Philippines is December through January and the climate is warm (25 to 30 degrees c) with brief outbursts of heavy rain, the Philippines tropical climate is still very pleasant and the sea at the front of the beach villa is calm and warm, ideal for young children as even at high tide, the depth of the water is quite shallow for 50 yards or more. Younger children love it and you may have difficulty dragging them out of the cool blue ocean for feeding.

July and August in the Philippines are the hottest times of the year when the airconditioning comes into its own. Being close to the sea, the location has the luxury of on or off shore sea breezes which course through the beach villa, creating a comfortable environment. The Philippines midday sun should really be avoided without lotion and clothing for the smaller children. A large leafy Dangkalan tree provides excellent shade on the beachfront and the hammocks are there for your pleasure snooze during the hotter part of the day. Swing in the shade with a comfortable sea breeze to rock you to sleep. Gentlemen, take a tip from the owner who has a minimum spread of hair, wear a hat in the midday Philippines sun, it will pay dividends.

A network of assistance is available at the vacation Villa including, for long haul passengers, pick up and transfer to hotel or domestic terminal at Philippines Manila International Airport. Pick up at Tacloban airport and transport by airconditioned people carrier to the Private Beach Villa. A welcome pack can be arranged including some essentials for your stay. Water, soft drinks, eggs, bread, meat, fish etc. which will be placed in the refrigerator/ freezer prior to your arrival. Please state your requirements from the recommendations which will be forwarded with your booking details.

Relatives of the owners are close to hand and will provide every assistance necessary to make your stay in the Philippines an enjoyable one, checking in on a daily basis, strictly at your convenience, to make sure you have everything you need, including all the necessities and any tour requirements.

The Philippines Villa sits in its own coconut grove and the surrounding area is abundant with tropical fruits and wildlife. Pineapples are a common site, coconuts can be picked from the floor, Mangos, Avocado, Papaya, Jack fruit, Guavas, Star fruits and banana trees abound in the surrounding forest plantations

Be warned this private beach villa is a no stress area, there are no motorways, traffic jams, queues of any kind, gangs of marauding youths, hooligans, hoodies or any loutish behaviour whatsoever. The Sulangan fishing village in the Philippines is idyllic and for your comfort and pleasure, we hope to keep it that way.

Tip - Bring your smile, say hello and you will be well rewarded with equally happy return gestures, before long you will be part of the village and almost anonymous apart from the curious gaze of small children.

WARNING A stay at Villa Pacific reduces stress, daily swimming will increase your fitness, your skin will glow, family ties and bonds will be stronger, on some tours you may occasionally be moved to tears and the whole world will seem a much better place but no matter how wonderful you feel, SORRY - BUT YOU HAVE TO GO HOME SOMETIME.

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FAQ’s - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much is per day in pesos?
We usually charge between £80 (6,000 pesos) and £100 (10,000 pesos) per night but this depends on how many people, (usually a family of 2 adults and 4 kids = 6 = £80 per night) what time of year and how long you expect to be there, one day could be expensive, 1 week is economical, 2 weeks will be cheaper, you need to let us know exact dates and how many people for an accurate price and we will be glad to oblige.

How to get there from Manila?
A one hour flight from Manila to Tacloban, there are two flights per day, one in the morning 6-00am and one in the afternoon 3-00pm. We have pick ups for you in Manila if you arrive too late for the flights, they will take you to a hotel in Manila and pick you up and drop you at the Domestic terminal in the morning.

We have a corporate rate with the Heritage Hotel in Manila and we can provide rooms with more than 50% discount plus airport transfers and pick ups at extremely competitive rates.
(Please inform us a.s.a.p. Your flight details and airport arrival times for pick-ups)

How many hours Travelling?
A one hour flight from Manila to Tacloban. If you like, we can arrange for you to be picked up in Tacloban by air-conditioned people carrier and transferred to the Villa which is a scenic drive down Calicoan Island which normally takes 2 to 3 hours on a very scenic tropical journey. Make sure you have lots of film in your camera.

How do we communicate?
Mobile and cell phones work fine in Sulangan, you can buy a sim card (Buddy) in the locality of Tacloban or Guiuan and load it anywhere in the Philippines. At Villa Pacific the cell phones work better closer to the beach or even in the hammock but you will always be able to communicate and it will be much cheaper than your existing sim card.

Is it close to Sulangan Beach?
The Villa is actually located on Sulangan Beach at the bottom of the garden is the sea shore the sunset view on the home page was taken from the garden gate which overlooks the shoreline, you will not be disappointed

When is a good time (weather) to go?
Most times are excellent the weather is nice and warm all year round, it gets hotter in high summer, and the rainy season is December through January but most of the time it is great for relaxing, sunbathing and touring. Even in the rainy season it is still very warm and pleasant even during the occasional showers. High summer is March to June when the summer is really warm
July through to September is warm with very occasional showers Huge Surfing Breakers hit the Pacific beaches in October through to February. Huge breakers very warm weather rain showers. Leyte Bay in front of the Villa is still very calm at this time of year. Most of the year is warm between 25 and 35 degrees rarely gets any colder.

Are there Medical Facilities available?
There are no hospitals at the Villa but there is a medical / Health centre in the village, within walking distance. In Guiuan which is 20 minutes drive away there are two private clinics and a General hospital

Maximum Number of People Accommodated?
Married couples have a choice of four bedrooms to choose from = 8 persons. There is an Attic that will sleep 5 to 6 single persons, children for example. It depends on relationships but you could get 13 people sleeping comfortably as there are 13 bed spaces. 4 private bedrooms with en suite and the attic will sleep 5 or 6 and the rooms downstairs could also take sleepers. We had a birthday party for a new baby when we were last there and 20 people slept overnight everyone was very comfortable.

Is the villa close to supermarkets or palengke?
Because the Villa is on the beach, there are no supermarkets on the beach. You can do shopping between the airport and the Villa for your main items, which should only take one hour or so. For extras and bits and pieces you can shop in the village, you could also shop in the town which is 30 minutes away but the Villa has a large refrigerator and freezer so you can store your food items. We also have a co-ordinator that will go to town for you and do your shopping. We want to make sure you relax and enjoy your stay, shopping is hard work and you’re supposed to be on holiday

Are pots & pans, plates, glass cups, beddings, towels included?
Yes you will not need to bring anything and the kitchen is super modern with a dual fuel cooker in a central island.

What about Water?
Water is delivered to the underground tank prior to your arrival the tank is filled, holds 8 cubic metres and will last a family of four around a week. Refills are chargeable at around 15 pounds sterling but if you are careful with the water there will be plenty of supply. Drinking water is delivered in large plastic water bottles, similar to office coolers, there is plenty of pure drinking water available. Soft drinks are very cheap for the kids such as Coke, Pepsi, Mountain Dew etc. San Miguel beer comes in crates of 36 and is cheaper than the soft drinks. (All drinks have alternative diet versions)

Is the place safe & quiet?
The place is paradise the only noise is the surf, softly caressing the white beach. It is very safe and very peaceful it is marvellous to see the fishermen going out to sea at sunrise and coming back at sunset. It’s very romantic in the sunset at dusk. Our relatives will be there to assist you in every way possible; you do not need to worry about a thing.

Is Sulangan Beach nice & white sand?
Its a fabulous white beach, there is also Samulan Beach close by which is only a few minutes walk from the villa on the Pacific side and here the sand is like sugar. There are pictures on the web site in Tours. Sulangan is fantastic, Samulan is like a dream, honestly, you will be spoiled for choice when it comes to beaches.

How do we book the trips?
Simple, check the website and decide where you want to go and then you can arrange with us before you go to the villa or the best way is to be spontaneous and go when you feel like going when you are there. We will organise everything to suit you and your holiday programme. Villa Pacific is a de-stress area, you can come and go as you please, take a few days to relax and unwind before you start on the tours. Some tours will leave you speechless and glowing, it’s important you are relaxed enough to take in the emotional perspectives.

You can rent the jeepneys with a driver for a small fee, they will take you everywhere you want to go and can be kept at your disposal, with a large group the fee for a jeepney will be very economical. The Jeepney can take you shopping, on tours and anywhere you feel like going on the south pacific coastline of Calicoan and Sulangan.

Other Assistance Available

Other costs to consider that may or may not be required for your convenience are as follows:

Tour guides at your service for the Day 800 pesos = (£5 or $10 US)
Cooking and Cleaning for the day 800 pesos
Personal Shopper & Errands per day 800 pesos + fuel for vehicles
Laundry & Ironing per day 800 pesos + soaps etc.

All above are payable on the date of service to the staff required.
Remember this is only for your comfort and service if required and not compulsory.


Other info
We have lots of information on visas, health, visits, tours, food, appropriate clothing, travelling and even flip-flops, we will send this with your booking.
We remain totally at your service.

(Please inform us a.s.a.p. of your flight details and airport arrival times for pick-ups)