VILLA ESCUDERO PLANTATION AND RESORT

Villa Escudero

An interesting two hour drive South from Metro Manila brings you to one of the Philippines most popular get aways, Villa Escudero, where Philippine culture and history comes to life.

History
Villa Escudero is a working coconut plantation founded in 1872. In 1980 the Escudero family opened the plantation to the general public. Since then Villa Escudero has developed a worldwide reputation as a focal point to experience Philippine culture and history in a beautiful rural setting.

Day Visits
A convenient, refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of Metro Manila, recharge your batteries, enjoy a variety of fun filled activities and lunch at the famous Waterfall Restaurant.
- Cultural Show
- AERA Museum
- Lunch at Labasin Falls
- Swimming Falls
- Rafting at Lake Labasin
- Recreation Hall
- Souvenir Shop
- Snack Bar

Overnight Stay
Enjoy an overnight stay with a choice of three styles of accommodations
- Riverside Cottages
- Long House Garden Units
- Long House Garden Suites

Dinner with nightly entertainment is served in the Coconut Pavillion from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Following a restful sleep enjoy breakfast served from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Conferences and Special Events
The Villa Escudero Conference Center is the perfect place for a company conference or special event. The Center features a main hall, which can accommodate up to 200 participants or can be divided into two smaller sections. Ample breakout and food service areas are incorporated into the Center.

Weddings
Wedding service includes ceremony at the Chapel of the Ascencion, transportation of the bride and groom by horse drawn carriage, and reception at the Wedding Center dramatically set in the midst of a lush tropical garden.

Directions
How to get there from Metro Manila:Driving time is about 2 hours (90 km)

- Take the South Luzon Express Way (SLEX)
- Exit at 50 A (Lucena exit)
- Turn left at Sto. Tomas junction
- Head straight South. By pass the towns of Alaminos and San Pablo
- Slow down upon seeing the Quezon Province Boundary Arch.
- The Villa Escudero entrance is immediately to the left.
- Follow the instructions of the gate officer when turning into the Resort.

Bus Lines: Several Bus Lines serve the route and will let you disembark and pick you up directly at the entrance (e.g. Tritran, JAC Liner, Philtranco, South Star).

Contact VILLA ESCUDERO
Manila Office: 1059 Estrada Street, Malate 1004 Metro Manila
Provincial Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4 San Pablo City 4000
Telephone Numbers: 521-0830/ 523-0392/ 523-2944
Fax Number: 521-8698
E-mail us at: vespar@pldtdsl.net