Welcome back to how life once was.
How life should be. Life as it should be lived.
In 1983, former Canlubang Sugar Estate president Jose Yulo, Jr. and his wife Regina made a momentous decision to leave the congestion of the city and build a home in the family's Laguna plantation. Drawn to the balance of rural and urban life that its ideal location provided, Mr. Yulo returned to his beloved land and built a home that had provisions for self sustainability, such as its own mini-hydroelectric plant and water system.
Eager to share the life-changing experience from living full-time at the coconut plantation, Mr. Yulo, upon the encouragement of close friends, organized a team to develop about 250 very special lots designed in the same spirit as his own home.
Baptized "Montecito" after the views of small mountains surrounding the property, a 60-hectare coconut grove was converted by an expert team of American and Filipino builders into a unique neighborhood.
Location & Vicinity
With the coming of the country's largest corporations to build landmark commercial and residential developments in the area, Canlubang is poised to become one of the Philippines' premier cities of the future.
MONTECITO: VISIONARY PLANNING FULFILLED
ONE MAN'S VISION
Today, Mr. and Mrs. Jose Yulo, Jr. continue to reside in this former coconut plantation. From that long ago dream of building an exceptional community, Montecito is now an exclusive residential community of almost 300 lots, spread over a 60-hectare stretch of prime property in Canlubang, Laguna. About 50% of the total land area is dedicated to shared open spaces.
An easy 20-minute drive from Alabang and less than an hour's drive from Makati, Montecito's central location in one of the highest points in the area affords residents of panoramic views of Mt. Makiling and the Tagaytay Ridge.
With gently rolling terrain, wide open spaces, uncluttered vistas, fresh air, and abundant spring water, Montecito is an escape from the stress and rush of the city.
BALANCED SUBURBAN LIVING
MONTECITO'S PRIME LOCATION
Montecito is ideal for people who have an appreciation for estate-living in an all-natural environment, but wish to remain within a short distance from the city.
Its central location, in one of the highest points of the area, allows residents to be a few minutes away from lifestyle centers, world-class hospitals and quality schools.
Montecito is accessible via the South Luzon Expressway:
South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) Exit Time Distance from Makati (During off-peak hours)
Mamplasan 30 minutes approximately
Santa Rosa 40 minutes approximately
Silangan 50 minutes approximately
CANLUBANG ON THE RISE
THE CITY OF THE FUTURE
With the coming of the country's largest corporations to build landmark commercial and residential developments in the area, Canlubang is poised to become one of the Philippines' leading cities of the future.
It is already known today as one of the country's fastest growing economic hubs, but the name "Canlubang" has retained the charm of its origins. The rich history of Canlubang's fertile lands mirrors the history of the Philippines itself, beginning with the administration of the friars, followed by the coming of American corporations. Canlubang eventually came under the wing of the Yulo family.
As Canlubang continues to grow in national prominence, the premium location of Montecito ensures it will remain a neighborhood with the best life has to offer.
Shopping Malls
Paseo de Santa Rosa 15 minutes
Alabang Town Center 20-30 minutes
Festival Mall 20-30 minutes
SM South Mall 20-30 minutes
Schools
Colegio de San Agustin 30 minutes
La Salle Zobel, Alabang 30 minutes
Don Bosco 30 minutes
Southridge 30 minutes
St. Scholastica - Westgrove 15 minutes
Churches (Roman Catholic)
St. James Alabang 20-30 minutes
San Jose Canlubang 15 minutes
Hospitals
Asian Hospital 20-30 minutes
Golf Course & Country Clubs
Santa Elena 15 minutes
Southwoods 30 minutes
Canlubang 15 minutes
Tagaytay Highlands 30 minutes
Lots
Lot Classifications
Super Prime Lot - 652 - 1,318 sqm
Elevated lots surrounded by other lots in front, back and sides.
Super Prime Plus Lots - 659 - 866 sqm
Smaller-sized super prime lots.
Greenway Lots - 650 -1,087 sqm
Lots with a courtyard concept that has an open space behind.
Greenway Premier Lots - 752-1,178 sqm
Greenway lots with wider courtyards; mostly East-facing.
Lake District Lots - 600 - 800 sqm
Greenway lots near the lake.
Amenities
The Montecito Lifestyle. Exceptional Project Features.
The original Yulo house in Montecito that was built in the 1980's was designed by the late national artist Leandro Locsin, a Yulo relative. This celebrated home now serves as the village clubhouse.
The eclectic look that resulted from combining vintage furniture that came with the old house and new pieces that were brought in make the Pasa Tiempo a must-see. A large balcony wraps around the main hall, exposing the interior to the breezes and beauty of the gardens below.
FUTURE AMENITIES
Swimming pool
Basketball court
Meditation/treatment rooms
Art studio and entertainment rooms
Social hall
Gym with dance/yoga studio
Village kitchen
Resident's veranda
Its very own tree and plant nursery is one of the prides of Montecito. The village maintenance staff nurtures a wide variety of plants to keep the neighborhood's surroundings always healthy and natural. Views of flourishng trees and plants are known to have a positive effect in the physical and emotional well-being. For this reason, Montecito's management makes the resources of the tree and plant nursery available for all residents.
The lake at Montecito is fed by the Matang Tubig ("eye of the water"), an artesian spring coming from the ridges of Tagaytay that runs through the property. This lake serves a dual purpose of irrigating the landscape and enhancing the neighborhood's atmosphere of tranquility.
The Matang Tubig runs through Montecito and powers a mini-hydroelectric plant in the property, which generates electricity to light the main streets.
The model house illustrates how one might live in a high-ceilinged courtyard house. Here, one can appreciate how the greenways function as ventilation corridors that provide privacy and encourage interaction within the neighborhood.
The homey interior of the model house gives it a pleasant lived-in feel. House plans can be shared with future residents to aid them in designing the right house for their lot in Montecito.
With close to 300 lots stretched over a 60-hectare area, Montecito's planners committed to devoting half of the property to open space. In a radical departure from conventional thinking, nearly all lots in Montecito are designed to have generous open spaces between homes.
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