About this property
Beachfront Location: Callachuchi Homestay in San Juan offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax by the swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, balconies, and terraces. Additional amenities include a work desk, TV, and soundproofing, ensuring a comfortable stay. Leisure and Activities: The homestay provides snorkeling opportunities, an outdoor dining area, and a picnic spot. Free on-site private parking and bicycle parking cater to various guest needs. Nearby Attractions: Islandia Beach is an 18-minute walk away, while Gold View Beach and Salamangka Beach are 2.2 and 1.5 mi distant. Sibulan Airport is 44 mi from the property. Highly rated for its garden, snorkeling options, and child-friendliness.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Good free Wifi (34 Mbps)
- Free parking
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Neta
United States“Had the most amazing stay here! The hosts were incredible, we got to spend some quality time with them and it just felt like home. WiFi was amazing (had to work), the room was spacious and clean, the rooftop is really nice for home workouts /...”
Fish
United States“It was a nice and comfortable room with amenities needed for a comfortable stay. They also made available a scooter rental at a very affordable rate.”
Martin
United States“Very quiet and relaxing location. Close to a local restaurant and small convenience stores. Beach front was fabulous. No crowds and access was easy and very private. Saw several turtles up close while snorkeling. Scuba dive shop was within walking...”
Martin
United Kingdom“Amazing private self contained building with gorgeous roof top veranda looking out to sea. Loved the clean and fresh swimming pool and beautiful gardens. Own path to sea (rocky) for snorkeling with turtles (at dusk). Hosts were extremely helpful....”
Tomáš
Czech Republic“Everything. It's a private residence and the owners, Mary Cris and Mechelle are amazing. Really nice people, considerate and very helpful.
If you're looking for peace, quiet and privacy, this is the place to go. Huge garden, beautiful view of the...”
Victoria
France“Everything was perfect. This place brings you so much peace. You truly connect with nature, surrounded by cows, rabbits, cats, and dogs.
The bungalow is perfect — modern, cute, and secluded, ideal for staying in peace. It’s the best accommodation...”
Dani
United Kingdom“Our best stay in the Philippines ❤️
We had a great time and felt very welcomed by Meachelle and her family.
The seperate home was private and had stunning views over the water.
We had great snorkelling experience and just a wonderful time....”
Massimo
Netherlands“Mechelle and her family are super nice and friendly, they helped us with transportation to Siquijor port and to rent a motorbike (that is a must given the remote location).
In front of the property there is a beach full of marine life perfect for...”
Niels
Germany“Michelle and her sister were awesome hosts. They really cared about me and were helpful in any way. The room is very spacious and has a roof top terrace with a splendid view on the ocean. The place uses solar energy for everything so there was no...”
Saoirse
Ireland“I’m not sure I have enough words to describe how much we loved this place and this family ❤️ This place is a little slice of heaven outside the busyness of San Juan, filled with a beautiful garden, views, animals, private villa style room, and most...”
Hosted by Mechelle Karsten
9.7
Host Review Score
Mechelle Karsten
Our Place: Our home faces the ocean with sunset and sunrise views. We are totally off grid with our own solar power for all of our energy needs. With a swimming pool, direct access to the beach and ocean snorkeling; you are assured of a space where you can connect with nature and have a private retreat. Our 30 square meter guest quarters provide an oversized king bed, an extra single bed, sofa/bed, air conditioning, flat screen tv, desk, and private roof deck with views of the ocean, sunrise, sunset, and the stars. You have direct access to the rock beach. Please note that the path to the beach is rocky and a bit challenging. Since we live on the edge of the sea, you are welcome to walk out of your room and go snorkeling, visit caves along the beach,and observe foraging sea turtles, coral, and other sea life. This is our family home, and we welcome you to visit the place we have set up to share this beautiful island with others.
Your Host: This is a family run enterprise to share the beauty of the place where we live. In addition to myself, my husband and sister, we have two young children. There are a bevy of rabbits wandering the compound, a couple of cats and a golden retriever. Like many Filipinos we love to sing (karaoke), dance (zumba), and eat good food. We are happy to provide a space where you can have a private retreat, or to introduce you to local activities and events. For us, this is a way to meet people from all over the world and share the beauty of our island.
Our Neighborhood: We live on the outskirts of Tag-ibo, a small village (barangay) five kilometers from the municipality of San Juan on Siquijor Island. Our home is in a quiet area of the countryside, so simply relaxing and soaking up the sun or stars and listening to the crickets and waves can be a regular past time. We can also introduce you to our local filipino neighbors and a taste of rural filipino life. On the highway within a half kilometer walking distance are local filipino stores and eateries. The municipality of San Juan offers a wide range of restaurants, bars, accommodations and clubs. Along the highway six kilometers in the other direction is the famous Siquijor Balette tree. And one of the beautiful waterfalls on the island (Lugnason Falls) is a couple of kilometers up the hill from us. You reach our home by walking or riding a motorbike down a path for 150 meters from the highway to our gated compound. There is private parking at our compound for motorbikes, but cars must be parked on the highway,
Languages spoken: English,Filipino
Area info
Amenities of Callachuchi Homestay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Good free Wifi (34 Mbps)
- Free parking
House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 21:00 and 05:00
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 AM and 5:00 AM.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 10:00:00 and 05:00:00.
