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Travelling to see the snow-capped mountaintops of Switzerland can be a daunting feat to pursue. But while the landlocked country is nothing short of impressive, there is a place in the Philippines where visitors can enjoy a view that can rival the picturesque Swiss Alps. Hills View Mountain Villa is a gorgeous destination in Davao that provides the most spectacular views of the region’s natural beauty.
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Perched along a cliff at Barangay Datu Salumay, Marilog District is the Hills View Villa. Built inside an encroachment of mighty but fragrant pine trees, the dreamy villa effortlessly provides visitors with grand views of both around and above the property.
Freshly roasted coffee over a sea of clouds while surrounded by nature? Hills View Mountain Villa in Davao has all that and more. The villa’s terraces host a front-seat view of clouds that envelop Mount Apo. Not long after clouds appear, visitors can watch the sunrise inch by inch from the horizon. It is a surreal and magical experience that Hills View Mountain Villa does so well.
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After watching the sunrise, you can find time to enjoy Hills View Mountain Villa’s natural flora. The cool climate in the region helps cultivate a lush flower garden with a palette of different colours. These breathtaking visuals of Hills View Villa make sure that all photos were taken while the villa brim with life!
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The best thing about Hills View Mountain Villa is that it won’t cost as much as a flight to Switzerland! For only ₱60, visitors can access the villa as early as 4.30am in the morning and up to 5pm in the afternoon. Just make sure to book visits ahead to make sure that the villa can enact health protocols properly.
For extra convenience, Hills View Mountain Villa in Davao can accommodate overnight stays for friends who want to spend more time in this magical place. Overnight stays at the villa cost ₱150, with tent spaces costing ₱200. Rooms are also available for groups of up to 10 people at ₱6,000 per night.
The entire house can even be rented! At ₱18,000, up to a whopping 35 people can enjoy the mountain climate and the spectacular views at Hills View Villa.
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Hills View Mountain Villa in Davao might be the next destination for that dream nature retreat. The breathtaking but calming sea of clouds has to be seen to be believed, and the magic that a sunrise that close is incomparable. Trust us, every photo taken in Hills View Mountain Villa might be just as good as a flight to Switzerland. Book Hills View Mountain Villa here.
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