We have traveled to Calatagan to visit one of oldest Spanish Lighthouses in the Philippines, the Punta de Santiago Lighthouse. We were feeling spontaneous at the time so when we saw the pristine waters from afar, we were really tempted to go for a quick swim and if we can, spend a night in a nearby beach somewhere. We asked Mang Jun, the lighthouse keeper, if he knows a good & affordable place where we could stay. He pointed us out to Caisip compound. A beach resort not far from the lighthouse and seems to be the "go to" place of the locals.
How we got there:
On our way to the lighthouse (you can check the details here ). The sign is on your right side. We intially thought that it was a private ranch or farm because of how the sign and gate looks. I think it should have been better if it just said Caisip Compound beach resort ^_^. Anyway, just enter and follow the road.
Be prepared though, this is not your usual high-end and full of amenities beach resort, the only accommodation around are kubo-kubos (huts) that you can rent for 2,000 for a night (for the smallest ones), there are a couple of big beach kubos as well unfortunately we weren't able to ask for their price, if you're a day tripper - it only costs around PHP60 but if you want to camp your tent out and stay overnight, it's just PHP100 per person, which I think is a good deal already considering the seclusion of the place and its clean beaches. One of the good thing about the place as well is that the nipa huts are spaciously scattered around making it a not so crowded resort. You can also see the lighthouse from there.
There are a couple of people having their Christmas party when we got there and they even brought their videoke. ^_^
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How we got there:
On our way to the lighthouse (you can check the details here ). The sign is on your right side. We intially thought that it was a private ranch or farm because of how the sign and gate looks. I think it should have been better if it just said Caisip Compound beach resort ^_^. Anyway, just enter and follow the road.
There are a couple of people having their Christmas party when we got there and they even brought their videoke. ^_^
The beautiful off-white sand and clear water makes it a perfect beach to go to after climbing the lighthouse.
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| Calatagan beach, Batangas |
Tel No: (632) - 9864487
Cel No: (63) - 915-577-7160
Cel No: (63) - 919-550-2036
Email: pamastillero@yahoo.com
romyastillero@yahoo.com
YM: pamastillero/ romyastillero
Website: http://pamastillero.com/
Hi, by any chance, do you have the contact details of the caisip compound? I've been trying to search the net for them but to no avail. I would like to try to make reservations at the resort. Would appreciate any help. Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteHi Grace, thank you for dropping by, unfortunately, we don't have their contact number, it was a spur of a moment thing when we went there and it was only recommended to us by the lighthouse keeper since his cousin takes care of the place. They also don't have a website and they do not really advertise/promote the place. Only the locals and a couple of passers-by knows about it. The place is best for walk-in backpackers and campers. I suggest you bring in tents if you plan to go here, just in case there are no more huts for you to rent out. It's much cheaper too. :) Just note that restaurants are a couple of miles away so you have to stash lots of food, drinks and "chicha". I hope this helps. :)
DeleteThanks so much for the information. I'll try to wing it with my friends. Wish us luck! :)
DeleteGood luck and have fun! Hope you could drop by again and give us the latest update about the place... (and, maybe give us their contact info as well? *wink*wink*). =) I'd be happy to update this post for future readers. Thank you! :)
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DeleteThanks, looking forward to assist you.
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ReplyDeleteThank you for taking the time to drop us this important information. ^_^ and pardon me for my late reply, I've been travelling and had some issue with my laptop. Hope you'll drop by again soon. ^_^
DeleteThanks for visiting Caisip Compound. I find your suggestion of adding "Beach Resort" along with the sign makes perfect sense. You can view my sister in-laws site to get the proper contact info for reservation here:
ReplyDeletehttp://pamastillero.com/
Hi, I am very thankful for giving us the official website and the contact number of your resort. I'm really glad you've found my review a little helpful. I already checked your website and I bet many people will be thrilled as I am to finally have the information they need to get to an affordable and beautiful beach that is just a couple of hours away from Manila. Perfect for those on a budget and just want to camp it out. I hope to visit your place again soon (with family this time). I'd also be updating this post to include this new found info. God bless ^_^
Deletehi Thanks for posting this. thanks for the recommendations as well, well take that into consideration, We already have an official website its http://www.casaastillero.com. you can reach us at 9864487, we give discounts on group overnights. :) Feel free to email me also at inquiry@casaastillero.com for further inquiries. :) - pam astillero
ReplyDeletehello ms pam..i would like to inquire about the rates and instruction on how to get there. we are from laguna..pls email me at shearbi2@yahoo.com. thank you very much
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hi, just wanna ask...is mr.romy astillero and pam astillero related to each other? mag-asawa or anything? nagpareserve kase kme and ang nakausap namin eh ung smart which is m. romy estillero, we deposited our downpayment and nung nadeposit na namen, tinext q both numbers, smart and globe...smart no. told me na they dont accept downpayment for mr. romy estillero..nung cinoll q nmn c mr. romy, he told us n ok na daw yung reservation and all we have to do is to email yung scanned copy ng depo slip sa email nya which is yung nasa blog n toh din..what do you think? is this a scam or what? yung number dito na smart and globe yung natxt q...i hope that you can help us...thanks!
ReplyDeleteDear reader, so sorry for the late reply. I wasnt able to check on myblog for quite some time for personal reasons. Were you able to sort out the issue with the owners and had your vacation? Hope to hear from you. I would like to know what happened.Thanks.
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ReplyDeletei'am sure you can enjoy the beautiful white sand
the clean water , you can relax the beautiful place
Try it Believe it
just call or text : kuya Romy
to guide you any time you want
or tricycle ride to casa astillero ( caisip compound )
or tent for rent to Casanova astillero
contact # : 09266452950 or 09069540107
ADVENTURE TO CASA ASTILLERO
ReplyDeletei'am sure you can enjoy the beautiful white sand
the clean water, you can relax the beautiful place
Try it Believe it
just call or text : kuya Romy
to guide you any time you want
or tricycle ride to Casa astillero ( caisip compound )
or tent for rent to casa astillero
contact # : 09266452950 or 09069540107
You may contact directly the reservation office 09568711967 or 09155777160 for Caisip Beach Resort
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