Whenever you hear the word Pagbilao Quezon the first thing that comes into mind are the popular resorts found there such as Borawan, Kwebang Lampas, and Dampalitan.
But you see there are other alternatives especially those who does not want to ride a banca going to the islands. Ladies and gentlemen, may I introduce to you Sunshine Beach Resort.
Hello Sunshine!
Sunshine Beach Resort is found at Brgy. Bantigue, Pagbilao Quezon. This particular resort before caters only to the family, relatives and close friends of the owner. It was only last year that it was finally opened to the public.
How much to enter this wonderful resort? See picture below.
Note: Overnight is currently price at P180.
The resort offers a variety of accommodations such as their KUBO which is airconditioned and has its own private bathroom. The rates are as follows:
Bahay Kubo kahit munti!
KUBO 1. 2150 good for 2 persons excess pays 180 pp.
KUBO 2. 2250 good for 3 persons excess pays 180 pp
KUBO 3. 2800 good for 4 persons excess pays 180pp.
KUBO 4 2800. Good for 4 persons excess pays 180pp
Filipiniana Inspired Decor
Bathtub for a more relaxing ambiance.
Wash your hands before eating!
The modern kubo
Aside from the kubo, they also have Cabanas price at P800 per day.
Now if you are the type of person who is in a budget, the resort offers tents that you can rent for P500 overnight. They provide all the beddings. For extra 2 to 3 days of camping, it is only P250 per night. If a person brings their own tents one has to pay P300 for tent site/ space. Camping for extra 2 days until 3 days you only pay 175 per day 50% discount.
Not in the mood for those kind of fancy accommodations? Then you can have the simplicity of renting a table with chairs for only P350.
Tables and chairs under a tree! Natural shade from the sun.
Grill your fish here.
You can actually bring your own food and preferrably water (by the gallon) for drinking and probably your own grills but just in case the resort has the following:
1.LPG stove rental – For one day is P500. The resort will provide the utensils that you need such as pots and pans.
2. They also offer breakfast for P150, P230 for lunch & dinner (ala carte). In addition try their signature BOoDleFight in which they usually serve (blue crabs) Inihaw & fried fish (catch of the day) Soups veggies
*Don’t forget to call them in advance if you are interested in ordering their food.
Did you foget to bring your own charcoal, snacks and alcoholic drinks? They sell those too.
You want to go somewhere else? No worries!
Take me to paradise!
Sunshine resorts also offers a 15 minute boat ride to a nearby sandbar (Bilaran Sandbar) which will cost you P800. It’s better if you are in a group you can divide the fee for a cheaper travel.
Where do we go from here?
Sandbar pa more!
Not satisfied with just the sandbar? You can have island hopping with your friends for P3,500. This package includes the Bilaran sandbar, Dampalitan, Kwebang Lampas and Borawan. The minimum capacity for the boat is 6 to 8 persons.
Overall the resort is really nice and clean. There are a number of utility personnel making sure that everything is well kept .We went there during the off season which was last March and we literally have the resort for ourselves.
Trees and sand! An interesting match don’t you think?
Ms. Femy who is one of the owners and manages the resort too was kind enough to answer our inquries through Facebook messenger. Even when we finally visited the resort she was very accommodating. She told us that during the month of April till May it is best to have reservations as the resort is filled up to the brim.
It’s a miracle walking on the sea!? Not really it was just a sandbar.
The resort is not just for swimming it is occassionaly used as location for prenup photoshoots and more. Just make sure you tell them beforehand.
Campfire! Let the inner scout shine out!
The main attraction of the resort are these tables near the shore.
When the tide comes in, the water will surround these table making it look like your dining on the sea.
HOW TO GET THERE:
From Cubao, Pasay or Alabang do take Lucena city bound bus to Grand Central Terminal. Then ride a jeep that will take you to Pagbilao. Then get off or tell the driver to drop you off at Bagong Tulay. There are tricycles there that will bring you to the resort.
If you have your own transportation the easy way to find the resort is using the application Waze. You can download it via Google Play.
PLUS POINTS: The place is clean, fresh and organized. The owners are accommodating. They answer your inquiries as soon as they receive your message. The accommodations are well ventilated especially the kubo.
MINUS POINTS: Lack of restrooms and shower stalls. I reckon if there are a great number of people in the resort it will not be able to accommodate them. Anyway, since the resort just recently opened a year ago, there are already plans to build more restrooms/shower plus a swimming pool.
I do hope that the resort will also have ramps for those who are in a wheelchair or physically disabled.
Rating: 4 out of 5
For more info you can inquire at their official FB page. Click here –> https://www.facebook.com/sunshinebeachplace/
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/sunshinebeachresort
Or text Ms. Femy 0932-363-9156
Enjoy your summer!
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