Camper and Cabin in Calaca, Batangas Photo by Gian Escamillas

After two years of being in lockdowns, you must be raring to go on a vacation. And because it’s been quite long since you last reconnected with nature, you deserve a one-for-the-books experience to really feel what it is like to rest, relax, and recharge once more一anywhere but the four corners of your house.

And if a staycation is your idea of a best vacation, we found a unique Airbnb called Camper and Cabin that’s tucked in a secluded area in Calaca, Batangas, just about two hours away from Metro Manila.

It gives that luxury boutique hotel experience, and brings guests closer to nature at the same time. The best part? It’s perched on top of a hill, affording staycationers an unparalleled vantage point. And by that, we’re talking about a 360-degree view of Mt. Batulao, the Balayan Bay, and Nasugbu farmlands with Mt. Talamitam and Mt. Pico de Loro as backdrops.

Camper and Cabin's Cabin 1 Photo by Gian Escamillas

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In this unique accommodation, owned and conceptualized by Dennis Chan Canonizado, there are two cabins and one Airstream camper that may be rented out.

The two-bedroom Cabin 1 is more for families or groups of 6-8. It has a clean, sleek, and timeless mid-century modern design infused with industrial elements. It has an open layout and indoor-outdoor style where the kitchen, dining, and living areas just flow seamlessly to the infinity pool with stunning, breathtaking views of the mountains. Also accessible from Cabin 1 is an outdoor sunken patio and an outdoor breakfast area.

The outdoor sunken patio at Cabin 1 Photo by Gian Escamillas

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Cabin 2 is an exquisite 84sqm glass cabin that’s ideal for a small family or group of two adults and two kids. The spacious interior, which follows the Japandi (Japanese and Scandinavian) aesthetic, comes complete with a living room, a kitchen, a king size bed, and an en suite bath. It also has a view deck, and an outdoor space with a swing and a hammock.

Camper and Cabin's Cabin 2 Photo by Gian Escamillas

Finally, the vintage, 25-footer Airstream camper, which is strongly anchored on the ground, is the first Airstream accommodation in the Philippines. Customized with a boho chic style, the air-conditioned camper features a living area with a couch, small dining area, kitchenette, and bedroom with a queen size bed. Even if you are not a fan of the tiny house movement, it is easy to fall in love with the charm of this trailer. It also has a private deck and an underground bathroom.

Read more about Camper and Cabin here.

Camper and Cabin's Airstream accommodation Photo by Gian Escamillas

Inside the customized Airstream Photo by Gian Escamillas

Overall, Camper and Cabin is perfect for those who are looking to spend some much-needed off-the-grid time. It offers a good balance of relaxing and fun activities that make an awesome getaway like no other. It’s a great place for a family getaway, and gives a nice opportunity for the kids to appreciate nature (note to the parents, though, the property is not fully fenced, so pay attention to your kids at all times).

We’ve listed down the things you can do at Camper and Cabin. Check out the gallery below:

1. Appreciate the views. - The skies, the mountains, the rolling terrain一there’s no shortage of beautiful views to lay your eyes on here. Grace Libero-Cruz

Grace Libero-Cruz

2. Take photographs一lots of them! - While Camper and Cabin doesn't allow photo/video and product shoots in the property, no one will stop you from snapping away and creating content for your own social media accounts.Gian Escamillas

Grace Libero-Cruz

3. Cook or grill. - Camper and Cabin does offer some food items and frozen packs for sale, and can arrange for food trays to be delivered to you. But, it’s highly recommended that you cook or grill your own food. The three accommodations each have kitchens and outdoor grilling areas, so maximize them. It’s fun to cook in the camper, too! Steak and wine, anyone?Gian Escamillas

4. Go for a picnic or dinner under the stars. - If you’re staying in Cabin 2 or the camper, you have spacious landscaped areas where you can put a picnic setup and bond over snacks with your loved ones. Since the location is high up on a hill, it also gets nippy here especially in the evening, so bundle up, cozy up, and dine outside.Gian Escamillas

Grace Libero-Cruz

5. Go hiking. - Immerse yourself in the outdoors, and go on a hike. Camper and Cabin can arrange hiking trips to Mount Batulao. They can refer you to experienced locals who facilitate hiking trips for tourists (subject to LGU rules on allowing hikers in Batulao).Grace Libero-Cruz

6. Watch the sunset. - The Mt. Batulao sunset’s #nofilter beauty is one you shouldn’t miss. Gian Escamillas

7. Enjoy the bonfire. - They have a cool bonfire area where the kids can make campfire s’mores. For a fee, Camper and Cabin will prepare the sweet treats you need for this. Gian Escamillas

Grace Libero-Cruz

Geolette Esguerra

Gian Escamillas

8. Bond over family movie night. - Cabin 1, Cabin 2, and the camper all come with flat TVs with local channels and movies saved on a USB. (In photo is one of the two bedrooms at Cabin 1)Gian Escamillas

9. Go swimming. - If you’re staying in Cabin 1, then you have access to the infinity pool, which can be heated for a fee.Grace Libero-Cruz

10. Go stargazing. - Cabin 2 is furnished with a Celestron AstroMaster Telescope. Use it during the day to better appreciate the mountains and terrain around. Or, use it for stargazing at night. Gian Escamillas

11. Go offline and sleep. - Wherever you’re staying at in Camper and Cabin, you get plush hotel quality linens and pillows that’ll just draw you in for that much-needed sleep. The wifi signal might be challenging anyway because of the location, so it’s best to relax and sleep. (In photo is the king size bed at Cabin 2)Gian Escamillas

- (In photo is the bedroom in Airstream)

12. Practice yoga and meditate. - There's nothing quite like practicing yoga with the view of the mountains! Camper and Cabin also has a hammock and a seating area by Cabin 2, where you can just relax with a good book on hand. Gian Escamillas

Check out Camper and Cabin on airbnb.

Lead photo by Gian Escamillas