Ok... so, to start my ranting let me honestly tell you that at first, I wasn't that happy when we decided to go to Quezon Province. This is because the initial trip is Cebu-Bohol, tickets were booked, itinerary was done and voila! due to some fortuitous event the trip got cancelled. But since I was born with an itchy feet, I asked my friends to look for another place where we can stay for a day or two. Quezon Province came first thing on our mind. And after seeing the whole place... ohlala! t'was so relaxing! :)
Celebrating 9 years of friendship... Tres Marias invades Quezon Province!
Meet Mahinhin, the carabao who was responsible in pulling the cart from the reception all the way to our cabin.
Villa Escudero has several reception areas to cater all the tourists in the place. Photo above is the 2nd reception area where we got the key to our room for the night.
Welcome to the long house...
The long house has several loft-type cabins which is good for 2-8 pax. It has 1 single bed and 2 Queen beds plus 3 extra mattresses. It does not have an air condition unit but since the weather is nice and cold enough (specially at night) for us to have a good sleep it is fine with us.
On our way to the man-made falls for our buffet lunch...
Lunch Time! One of the best part of our weekend getaway is having our lunch here, because aside from the fresh sea foods and inihaw dishes, the ambiance is so amazing. Also, it is the first time that I ate while my feet are soaking under the cold water. Great new experience indeed!
Labasin Lake. After having our lunch we started walking and exploring the whole hacienda, we watched a cultural show (haven't got a decent photo because the stage is dark) with some kids who were there for their Educational Trip. Then we went see the balsa, but we never tried it since our clothes are not appropriate for river rafting. :p
At the park. Catching up with the old times...
*cge palusot pa...hihi*
This pink church is now a museum of so many artifacts and personal collection of Don Plácido Escudero and his wife Doña Claudia Marasigan.
Note: No camera is allowed inside.
Coconut Farm
Restaurant inside Villa Escudero where you can find the best french fries (screw McDonalds, love your own!) and coffee (kapeng barako) in the world! :)
How to get there:
Land routes: Take the South Super Highway and exit at 50 (Lucena, Legaspi, Batangas exit). Turn to left at the Sto. Tomas junction. Head straight down, by passing the town of Alaminos and San Pablo City Proper. Slow down upon seeing Quezon arch and turn left immediately after. Use caution when running left.
Rates:
for their rates, it can be found in their website: http://www.villaescudero.com/accom_rates.php
Thanks for spending some time reading... and hope you'll visit the place and enjoy!
Melai
