The Overview

Located at the far end of town, this eclectic property is the place to get away from everything, including the famous volcano, which is a 10-minute drive away.

Amid the lush and colorful gardens are a dozen cottages and 16 guest rooms, each with one-of-a-kind interiors. Pebbled-floor bathrooms, whitewashed walls and ample use of colored glass give it an antique appeal. But it’s the organized chaos of the gardens that takes center stage, with the smell of wild flowers gracefully hanging in the air throughout the grounds. Botany also appears on the activities list, which includes a good deal of gardening, flower arranging and cooking classes featuring locally grown ingredients, as well as the menu.

A salad of greens - dill, nasturtium, oxalis and arugula - is topped with jackfruit, pineapple, white corn, broad beans, and basically whatever is in season. Fresh-baked breads, pastas and desserts fill out the country-style bill of fare.

The Bonus Point

A salon fills in any downtime, with two-hour packages that include a steam bath, foot spa and full body massage costing P1,680. Barangay Buck Estate, Alfonso; from P3,000 per person, including breakfast and lunch or dinner.

Address:
Barangay Buck Estate, Alfonso
Cavite, Philippines

Telephone: +63 917 533 5140

Website: http://www.sonyasgarden.com