http://lux.acquisition-intl.com/ 22 LUX - Hotel & Spa Awards 2016 Best Luxury Accommodation - Philippines & LUX Award for Best Wedding Venue 2016 - Philippines opportunity to channel surf, drink, read, and generally enjoy the isolated splendour of their surroundings. This emphasis on privacy is maintained through the golden rule that no more than four people be allowed to each room. While the 75- or 100-square metre sizes mean that space isn’t exactly an obstacle to this, Ms. Dee asserts that it would go against the expectations of luxury and privacy that they strive for with all of their clients. “The space is not there for you to put in an extra bed. It’s there so you can relax without the unnecessary clutter.” It is this kind of emphasis on exclusivity that continues to drive people to The Inn at Cliffhouse Tagaytay. Each of its four suites are tailor-made to suck visitors out of their reality and place them in a state of limbo – carefree, uninterrupted peace, and free rein of the world as far as the eye can see. With such a prime location, and its delicate smattering of luxurious options, The Inn at Cliffhouse Tagaytay holds never-ending appeal, and has been gradually expanding its clientele as word of this reclusive utopia spreads. It is hard to imagine this slice of heaven ever changing much beyond its current form, but Jennifer, Innkeeper Jeff and all the staff seem well prepared for the future, as clients continue to be attracted to this private break from an increasingly busy world. Since its discreet opening in 2009, the Inn has attracted a steady stream of affluent clients, all of whom come to realise one specific goal – peace and quiet in a hectic world. Especially popular with wedding parties, the four suites are well-outfitted for relaxed preparation for the big day, and for romantic privacy in the honeymoon aftermath. These suites are each named after and inspired by four prominent lighthouses across the Eastern Seaboard of North America. The Minot’s Lodge suite, for instance, is named after the oldest lighthouse in the historic city of Boston; this 100-square metre corner room is appropriately grandiose, with a private balcony boasting a Jacuzzi looking out onto the lake beyond. Upon first arriving, after a brief two-hour’s journey from the Makati Central Business District, or an hour’s journey from the airport to the north, Innkeeper Jeff Mancao, and his staff, are there to welcome each visitor with a cup of ice cream. Beyond that, the Cliffhouse Tagaytay complex and all of its relaxed splendours are offered up to the client. The Inn prides itself on offering a stark contrast to the crowded condominiums of the city; the air is free of smog, and the concrete towers are replaced with a slumbering volcano hewn out of the earth itself. As Jennifer Dee, co-owner and Marketing Communications Director explains, “the first thing that ships at sea look for when they seek shelter and safe harbor, is a lighthouse. Upon seeing it, sailors immediately feel a sense of comfort and security.” The Inn offers the same peace of mind by easing its clientele into their surroundings. Within the inn itself are enough accoutrements to keep guests within the walls and isolated from the bustling outside world. As clients the world over begin to demand more from their chosen abode, The Inn at Cliffhouse Tagaytay leads by example. The ‘light’ breakfast included in the deal is in fact a three-course morning banquet; fresh fruit juices, homemade granola and yogurt trifle with strawberries, marble potatoes, roasted tomato and toast, eggs cooked any way guests want them, slices of Canadian ham, and butter-poached gala apple with cinnamon puffs. Best Luxury Accommodation - Philippines & LUX Award for Best Wedding Venue 2016 - Philippines Should you feel the need for food later in the day after this feast, Cliffhouse Tagaytay presents a continental bistro, a homey Italian restaurant , a charming creperie and a homegrown Filipino café for a midday snack or a full evening meal. Afterwards, the well-outfitted restaurants lead to an open deck – the views of Taal Volcano and Lake below are known for stealing the breath of many a client in the evenings. These distractions alone have been known to keep clients within the Cliffhouse Tagaytay Complex for the duration of their stay – so complete is their luxury, that they would rather not be anywhere else. Jennifer jokes about this, acknowledging that “our guests come in, then they don’t come out for the rest of their stay. When you come here, we’re quite discreet. We pretty much leave our guests alone. We don’t bother them unless they want something from us.” This isn’t to suggest, however, that the service is aloof and impersonal. In fact, it is the polar opposite. Respecting the clients’ privacy is balanced expertly with a highly personal touch, from the warm smiles of the staff, to the plush surprises left on guests’ pillows – toys, chocolates, and hand-written notes. In the food outlets, the chef can easily accommodate special requests. “When guests come, they always come back, and that speaks very well about my staff and their service,” Jennifer explains. Jennifer places this approach down to her own wide experiences in travelling. “I’ve travelled a lot, and I knew that if we were to have our own little inn, it would have to be very personal.” Should the brave choose to venture beyond, they find the resort open before them. Once fuelled by a cup of coffee from one of the quaint cafes, a short venture into the locale with uncover a quiet collection of chain restaurants. Privacy and personal freedom are the two doctrines that have worked so well for The Inn at Cliffhouse Tagaytay since its opening. Customers remain undeterred by the premium rates, and instead take exclusive pride in the Tagaytay City, 55 kilometers south of Manila in the province of Cavite, is a wildly popular vacation destination, celebrated for its cooler weather and scenic views. Along the bustling ridge, the chance for secluded luxury might seem slim, and yet the Inn at Cliffhouse Tagaytay manages to hide in plain sight, a haven from the tourist traps of the city and with commanding views of the world-famous Taal volcano. HO160033 Company: The Inn at Cliffhouse Tagaytay Email:
[email protected] Phone: O46-483-2093 Web Address: www.theinnatcliffhousetagaytay.com Address: Km. 58, General Emilio Aguinaldo Highway, Tagaytay City, Cavite, Philippines