Became a member in: 2016
Renewal Date: 25/Jan/2022
We are a French family of 5, living in Manila since 2018, after 10 years in Singapore. Our 3 kids are 16, 14 and 12.
Additional languages spoken
English, Czech
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
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Long-term Home Exchange
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Hospitality Exchange Offered
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Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is not possible
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Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Our beach property is in a secluded cove in the beautiful island of Palawan, 40' from El Nido. It has 50 meters of direct beachfront and full access to all the cove. The property includes:
- A main house, with an open living area and two large private bedrooms, just 20 meters from the sea, a bit up the hill
- A standalone smaller 'house' further up the hill, comprising a bedroom and sun deck, with a scenic view on the whole bay
- A bamboo house directly on the beach itself
It has been build entirely in sustainable materials, and effectively everything is in wood and bamboo (outside the foundations and bathroom). It is designed for simple, comfortable living in nature: natural light, very open, no aircon, no TV, no luxury. The bathroom is simple and the shower uses fresh source water. This is not for people seeking to replicate western comfort, but it's actually a very comfortable living.
We have a full time caretaker who helps with grocery, cooking, laundry and maintenance. She is a fantastic cook and we find fresh ingredients and fish in the market. She can arrange anything, including excusions and rides. We can also let our small Banka (boat) to go fishing or navigate the Daracoton bay for snorkling, fishing or beaches hoping.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Secluded cove with large beach in the Daracoton bay, 40 minutes north of El Nido village. Walking distance from San Fernando village
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
This is a perfect area for snorkling, island hoping and fishing. It is also possible to do kite-surfing or scuba-diving nearby (less than 20' away). Northern Palawan also has amazing lan landscapes including rice fields, jungle train, rivers and waterfalls.
El Nido town has a lot of cafes and restaurants, and more areas around it are being developed - including Lio beach, etc.
Our favourite restaurants
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
It is a second home as we live in Manila. We are therefore are open to both simultaneous and non-simultaneous exchange. Families with children are welcomed, although I don't think it is very suitable for very young children (below 4 yo). Smoking is okay outside the house but please don't throw cigarette butts.
We have a caretaker who arrange grocery, cooking, laundry, cleaning, boat rides, etc. Everything to be paid 'at cost', ie extremely affordable.
We turn on electricity from dawn to around 10-11pm every day (shared with our friends and neighbours). You typically won't need more but arranging a generator can be explored.
This is a simple, all wood/bamboo, property that requires a different approach to holiday comfort --> We need to talk to ensure that this is or you
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2016
Renewal Date: 25/Jan/2022
We are a French family of 5, living in Manila since 2018, after 10 years in Singapore. Our 3 kids are 16, 14 and 12.
Additional languages spoken
English, Czech
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Skiing,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Wine Lovers,
Foodies,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Technology Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Banking / Finance
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