A winding stone path leads through a lush, illuminated garden to a cozy firepit, where people gather, surrounded by trees and glowing string lights.
A welcoming garden pathway lined with lush plants leads to a charming house. A wooden "WELCOME" sign and decorative stones create a friendly, inviting atmosphere.
The room contains two single beds with colorful leaf-patterned bedding, wooden floors, large windows with blinds, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a small table.
A whole fried fish is served on a white plate, accompanied by a bowl of vinegar with chopped onions. Utensils, water, and plates are also present.
A garden resort entrance features lush greenery, decorative rocks, and a large stone painted with "English Filipina Garden Resort." A path leads toward the reception and lounge.
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Cultural exchange by the beach experience British and Filipina hospitality in Tigbauan, Philippines

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    We run The English Filipina resort in Tigbauan, Iloilo, Philippines.
    I'm English from London an ex military guy and she's Filipina from Philippines... We have a beautiful house with garden's to relax, enjoy get your fingers dirty and rest in our lavish bar in the afternoons or early evenings, we look after guests who want to stay in our rooms and enjoy our garden's on a short term basis.
    Our house is a secretive little gem....;)
    I'm also an English teacher so the benefits of free food, accommodation and the odd english lesson, as well as the wife's filipina cooking comes as a bonus. You're here to enjoy, relax and get your fingers dirty.
    Oh....The beach is 100 meters from the house...what are you waiting for, better book quick!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Hospitality/Tourism
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Self development
    Politics / Social justice
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Writing
    Plant care
    Performing arts
    Music
    Languages
    History
    Gardening
    Drawing & painting
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Carpentry
    Astronomy
    Art & design
    Architecture
    Animals
    Team sports
    Yoga / Wellness
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
    Fitness
    Dancing
    Cycling
    Camping
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    As an ex military man, I have a vast array of subjects we can talk about, especially a London lad living in the Philippines, my wifes culture being Philippines you'll know straight from her heart how beautiful and amazing filipina's are.
    I've had the pleasure in teaching and inspiring all walks of life from different nationalities around the world, we would like to be inspired to.. The wife needs to learn the Internet to. lol, she doesn't listen to me.🙃

  • Help

    Help

    Garden, cleaning the house, shopping outing every now and then..
    It's hot, it's wet, it's sunny and relaxing, your english lessons are free to. If can already speak English we'll find something else to make sure your stay is good for everyone. Just come and enjoy our gardens.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Tagalog: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a cosy two single bed room with shower situated apart from the house in a small cottage with AC, fan.
    If you want to bring a tent then the garden is your den, we have outside showers and toilet facilities provided.
    If you want to eat with us, that's fine, but also have a kitchen set up in the lounge/bar, the choice is yours, if you eat with us it's free.! You might fancy a bbq, there's a local butcher at the end of our lane or a wet market 10 down the road in Tigbauan.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    All we ask is you do your best in the garden, make all the rooms clean and tidy, and enjoy the laughs both Hydee and I have.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    A great way to learn English....

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 514362894289

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A welcoming garden pathway lined with lush plants leads to a charming house. A wooden "WELCOME" sign and decorative stones create a friendly, inviting atmosphere.
The room contains two single beds with colorful leaf-patterned bedding, wooden floors, large windows with blinds, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a small table.
A whole fried fish is served on a white plate, accompanied by a bowl of vinegar with chopped onions. Utensils, water, and plates are also present.
A garden resort entrance features lush greenery, decorative rocks, and a large stone painted with "English Filipina Garden Resort." A path leads toward the reception and lounge.
A winding stone path leads through a lush, illuminated garden to a cozy firepit, where people gather, surrounded by trees and glowing string lights.

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