Ginhawa — 3BR Designer Off-Grid Farm Retreat near Mt. Malarayat | 5,908sqm Titled Coffee Farm | Airbnb-Ready | Lipa Batangas

Ginhawa. In Tagalog, it means freedom from pain.
That's what this place was built for — and what it delivered, for years. A designer's hand-crafted Quonset home, tucked inside a private 6,000 sqm coffee forest at the foot of Mt. Malarayat. Cool air. Birdsong. No traffic. The kind of silence that actually restores you.
90 minutes from Manila. A lifetime away from it.

Property summary
Type: Titled agricultural lot with residential house | Land: 5,908 sqm | Floor area: 150 sqm | Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 1 | Price: ₱14,000,000 (₱2,369/sqm) | Location: Barangay Santo Niño, Lipa City, Batangas | Title: Clean TCT | Condition: Fully furnished, move-in ready

Overview
A rare opportunity to own a fully developed, income-generating farm retreat just 1.5 hours from BGC and Makati via the STAR Tollway. This is not raw land. Everything is built, furnished, and operational. The property combines a one-of-a-kind designer home with a productive permaculture food forest, proven Airbnb income, and complete off-grid infrastructure.

The home
Designed by designer John Franciscus Vermeulen, this Quonset-style bungalow is unique in Batangas. Features include 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 kitchens, a spacious living and dining area, reading library, 2 home office spaces, loft and mezzanine, garage, terrace, pizza brick-oven, entertainment room, and built-in wardrobe. Fully furnished with distinctive interior finishes. Not a generic developer build.

The farm
The 5,908 sqm titled lot is a mature permaculture food forest producing coffee, coconut, and pepper, with fruit trees, bee hives, and forest trails. The property sits at the foot of Mt. Malarayat, where the Spaniards first planted coffee in the Philippines in the 15th century. Cool highland microclimate year-round. You may even spot a Philippine palm civet (Musang) in the trees. Significantly cooler than Manila year-round, with fresh mountain breezes.

Off-grid infrastructure
Solar power system, water tank, 24/7 alarm and security, fully fenced perimeter, strong fiber internet. The property can operate independently from the grid. Ideal for sustainability-minded buyers or uninterrupted Airbnb operations.

Airbnb income proof
The property was listed and operated on Airbnb for over two years. In one full operating year, it generated ₱135,000 in revenue as a largely passive income stream. With active management, dynamic pricing, and Superhost-level optimization, revenues of ₱200,000–₱250,000/year are realistic. The property is Airbnb-ready. No capital expenditure required at handover.

Location advantages

1/ Barangay Santo Niño, Lipa City, Batangas
2/ 20 minutes from Lipa City center and SM City Lipa
3/ Near The Farm at San Benito (Philippines' top wellness resort)
4/ Near Malarayat Golf & Country Club
5/ 1.5 hours from BGC, Makati, and Metro Manila via STAR Tollway
Accessible from Manila South Expressway (SLEX) via Lipa/Tambo exit

Ideal buyer profile
This property suits expats or retirees seeking a private highland retreat with passive income potential, Manila families wanting a weekend escape that pays for itself, Airbnb or short-term rental investors targeting the wellness/eco-tourism segment, and permaculture or sustainable living enthusiasts looking for a ready-made food forest property near Manila.

Frequently asked questions
Is the title clean?
Yes. The property has a clean Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) under individual ownership. Transfer-ready pending standard documentary requirements.

Can a foreigner buy this property?
Foreigners cannot own land in the Philippines, but can own through a Filipino spouse, a Philippine corporation, or a long-term lease structure. The property is popular with expat buyers using these arrangements.

What is the zonal value?
BIR zonal value for agricultural land in this area is significantly below the asking price, which benefits buyers on transfer tax computation.

Is the property accessible by road?
Yes. The property is along a barangay road accessible by standard vehicle. The main STAR Tollway exit is approximately 20–25 minutes away.

Why is the seller motivated?
The owners are based in Manila and the property no longer fits their lifestyle. The farm is in excellent condition and priced to sell within 6 months.

What is included in the sale?
All furniture, appliances, farm infrastructure (solar panels, water tank, fencing, alarm system), and existing plants and trees. The property is sold as-is, fully furnished.

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