One Acre Nature Staycation: Serenity On the Hill 1

🌿 Serenity on the Hill sits on a private acre of lowland tropical forest at the base of Mt. San Cristobal - cool mountain air, quiet nights, and views of Mt. Makiling, San Pablo City, and Calauan's Volcanic Field. A pet-friendly nature retreat for couples, families, and small groups. Forest trails, a Balinese pool and spa, and over 130 five-star reviews since 2021. The space This is a living landscape, not a manicured resort. One acre of rambutan and lanzones trees, native hardwoods including Kamagong and Molave, riprap stone terraces, and 200 metres of walking trails through lowland tropical forest that most guests don't expect to find this close to the city. The 100-step stone path climbs to a hilltop lookout with sweeping views of Mt. Makiling, San Pablo City, and Calauan's Volcanic Field - best just before sunset. Guests regularly say they came for a weekend and left wishing they'd booked longer. The two-bedroom townhouse is laid out for comfort, privacy, and connection with the outdoors. The private terrace sits among the trees. The living area is cool and shaded. The kitchenette is fully equipped with a gas hob, full-size refrigerator, rice cooker, kettle, and prep space. Two bedrooms sleep up to four guests comfortably, with one and a half bathrooms, secure covered parking, and fast fibre internet throughout. Seven poodles and shih tzus live on the property. Friendly, sociable, and thoroughly spoiled. Your dogs are as welcome as ours. 🐾 Guest access Guests have full access to the entire private townhouse and all outdoor spaces on the property. 🌿 200 metres of walking trails through lowland tropical forest 🪨 100-step stone stairway to the hilltop lookout — views of Mt. Makiling, San Pablo City, and Calauan's Volcanic Field 🛖 Bamboo dining and grilling hut — open air, surrounded by trees 🐾 Full one-acre property to explore with your pets Other things to note The property is in a quiet agricultural area surrounded by large acreage properties — neighbours are far apart and the area is genuinely peaceful. Expect wildlife sounds, cool breezes, and the occasional insect. Pack a light layer for evenings as the mountain air gets cool after dark. 🛵 Gemry's restaurant delivers right to the gate — the chili shrimp and bulalo are worth it 🏪 San Pablo's malls, groceries, and restaurants are about fifteen minutes away 🐕 Pets very welcome — large dogs accommodated with advance notice. Please supervise pets in outdoor areas as our seven dogs also roam the property 📶 Fibre internet at 66 Mbps — reliable for video calls and streaming, though we make no promises about your productivity once you've seen the view