In most people's vocabularies, design means veneer. It's interior decorating. It's the fabric of the curtains of the sofa. But to me, nothing could be further from the meaning of design. Design is the fundamental soul of a human-made creation that ends up expressing itself in successive outer layers of the product or service.

-Steve Jobs

Saint Patrick Village, Baguio City

View from the entrance

Saint Patrick Village is a 14-villa compound accommodation in Paterno Street, South Drive. Very near to Camp John Hay, you are surrounded by pine trees which is a rare sight if you book close to town. We were able to check its relaunch during its open house last August 11-16, 2015. It served the same purpose before and has basically just transferred ownership thus the new name and relaunch of the place.

There are 14 contemporary cabin-style villas - 13 villas are available for transient bookings while 1 villa is being used as the reception and houses their restaurant - Cafe de Angelo. It kind of reminded me of the Forest Cabins in Camp John Hay although more compact.

A view of the other villas

Each villa can accommodate 10 guests comfortably. There is an extra room which can accommodate 3 helpers. Additional people can be accommodated however, there is extra cost for additional mattresses and toiletries. 

Villa Features:
-5 bedrooms
-5 bathrooms
-Living room with fireplace
-Kitchen
-Porches and balconies
-Attic
-Helper's quarters
-2 car garage

Garage

Living area

Dining and kitchen areas

Bedroom (Ground Floor)

Bedroom (Second Floor)

Bedroom (Third Floor)

Masters Bedroom (Third Floor)

Bedroom (Fourth Floor)

Attic area (Fourth Floor) - Playroom and/or additional sleeping area

One of the bathrooms in the villa

Common outdoor area

Here are the amenities and services available:

-Cable TV
-DVD player
-24-hour WIFI
-3 LED TV sets
-Village shop for snacks and refreshments
-All-day dining restaurant
-Daily housekeeping by request
-Kitchen equipment and utensils
-Complimentary bathroom supplies
-Home service spa/massage
-Shuttle service
-Butler service

Spa services and rates

A night's stay for the whole villa during low season (March-November) costs Php 18,000.00 while during peak season (December-February, and holidays), it costs Php 24,000.00.

For couples and small groups, you may also book per room. Below are the rates:

-Standard room (good for 2) - Php 3,200.00
-Deluxe, Masters Bedroom (good for 2) - Php 3,600.00
-2-bedroom arrangement, Attic area (2-4pax) - Php 5,800.00

Their restaurant, Cafe de Angelo, serves good food and can also deliver to your villa if requested. I have a separate review of our first food experience in their restaurant here.


*You may directly inquire from Saint Patrick Village thru their Facebook page.
**Rates does not include breakfast.

Cafe de Angelo

Cafe de Angelo at Saint Patrick Village, Baguio

TP and I first tried Cafe de Angelo during the open house of Saint Patrick Village last Sunday. We decided to have lunch here after viewing the model villa within the compound.

I initially ordered Shrimp Pasta but it was not available. Though there were several items in the menu that enticed our curiosity, we ended up ordering the Garden Burger (Php180.00) and Bacon Bundle Sandwich (Php200.00).

We waited around 15 minutes before the order arrived. The plates were full and very filling, with the sandwiches either having wanton crisps or veggie sticks on the side. The Garden Burger is a perfectly seasoned double-decker sandwich with lettuce, tomatoes and alfalfa sprouts. The Bacon Bundle is a cheese, tomato and basil sandwich wrapped in bacon. It was a sinful yet interesting meal that is worth trying.

Garden Burger

Bacon Bundle Sandwich

Despite the location inside the Saint Patrick Village, you can still eat at the restaurant even if you are not a guest at any of their villas. Cafe de Angelo also has a branch (their first branch) in Chapis Village Road, Marcos Highway, Baguio.

We will surely try to visit their other branch next time to have a taste of their other dishes.


*You can check Cafe de Angelo further thru their Facebook page.
**Cafe de Angelo (Saint Patrick Village) menu below.

Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow know what you truly want to become.

-Steve Jobs

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-Henry David Thoreau

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