If your idea of the perfect staycation involves expansive fields, dazzling washes of sunlight, artfully-designed abodes, and the total absence of city noise, Ybonita Farm and Villas should be high on your destination wishlist. Nestled in the wild grasslands of Calatagan, Batangas, the family-run farm is a 2.3 hectare property ideal for camping, biking, bonfires, and hearty dining. Anyone who loves the outdoors, glamping, and animals would immediately fall in love with the area—the property is home to a number of pets, including two cats named Ash and Fall, who were rescued from the 2020 Tagaytay eruption, a pony named Hailey, and plenty of friendly dogs and puppies.
The villas were designed by Chef Mo’s brother, Patrick Henri Caunan, while their dad, Henry, takes care of the gardening!
Rustic villas are dispersed across the farm, positioned far apart, as if they sprouted out of the ground organically. They blend in with the towering trees, giving the place a serene, undisturbed vibe. “We’re one of places people go when they want to get away from the stress in Manila,” shares Chef Monique Caunan, who runs the farm with her parents Yvonne and Henry, and siblings Py, a lawyer, Olivia, a marketing professional, and Patrick Henri, an interior designer, who actually designed all of the Ybonita villas, as well as the central lanai.
In case you’re looking for a place to rest and recharge, we’ve compiled all the reasons why Ybonita Farm and Villas will be worth a visit, once they officially open in January 2022.