property for sale in Philippines

Bohol, Philippines

Commercial Property Property type

2 bedrooms Bedrooms

2 bathrooms Bathrooms

200 m² Property size

About this property

Paradise farm with houses on Island of Bohol

Property for sale in Cabad, Balilihan, Bohol, Philippines

A 41,503-square-metre farm property in Cabad, Balilihan, comprising two adjoining plots, a landscaped garden, a fishpond and several buildings. The property is elevated and located along the National Road, approximately 22 kilometres from Tagbilaran and four kilometres from the town centre of Balilihan. The asking price is €185,000, negotiable.

The land

The property consists of two plots:

- Front plot: 22,503 square metres, well maintained, fully fenced, debt-free and titled since 2012.
- Rear plot: 19,000 square metres, acquired later. Its title is being processed. It is well maintained and fenced, and can also be used.

The green garden contains a variety of plants and colourful flowering plants and is maintained like a small park. The entire property is elevated, and the description states that there is no environmental pollution or flooding in the area.

The property is situated directly on the National Road. The cemented roads are well developed and passable in all weather conditions. The beaches of Panglao Island are approximately 10 kilometres from Tagbilaran.

The grounds include mahogany, molave and germilina trees, bamboo, papaya, guyabano or soursop, jackfruit, guava and star apple trees, as well as more than 100 small and large coconut trees. Ducks are also kept on the property. An approximately 1,000-square-metre fishpond stocked with tilapia forms part of the landscape.

Buildings and facilities

The owners had the houses built to their specifications, with attention to construction quality. They describe the houses and, in particular, their walls as dry and not damp.

Main house

- Built in 2012 from wood and concrete blocks.
- Indigenous, two-storey building with an approximate floor area of 200 square metres.
- Spacious living and dining room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms with hot and cold water, and a built-in kitchen.
- Partially furnished. Furniture in the kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and dining room is included in the purchase price.
- Large terrace in front of the house, fully covered and finished with red tiles.
- Sitting area and a large Jacuzzi or whirlpool for four people.

Guesthouse and other facilities

- Wooden guesthouse of approximately 70 square metres, with a terrace and three bedrooms, each with its own bathroom.
- Separate kitchen and living area for employees.
- Garage, storage room and water house with water supply.
- Power generator, electricity and various stable buildings.
- Space for a swimming pool is also available on the property if desired.

Location and nearby amenities

The property is in Cabad, Balilihan, a small town approximately four kilometres from the town centre, where basic groceries and other goods are available.

Tagbilaran, the capital city of Bohol, is approximately 22 kilometres away and is situated by the sea. It has shopping centres, modern hospitals, churches, travel agencies, government and private offices, restaurants, resorts, museums, hotels, schools, universities, pharmacies, banks, an airport and a seaport.

Panglao Island, known for its beaches, is near Tagbilaran. The description notes that Europeans, including Austrians, Swiss and Germans, live on Panglao, own land and houses, and run businesses there. It also states that the newly built Bohol International Airport was due to become officially operational in August 2018 and would accommodate large aircraft for international flights.

Bohol

Bohol is the tenth-largest island in the Philippines, located in the south of the country, approximately an hour’s flight from Manila. It lies across the Tanon Strait from Cebu. The island is described as having striking geological formations, lush forests with rare animal and plant species, coastal towns with Antillan-style homes grouped around centuries-old churches, and protected islands with coral reefs and tropical marine life.

One of Bohol’s distinctive attractions is the Chocolate Hills, a rolling area of 1,268 conical hills ranging from 40 to 120 metres in height. The island’s white sandy beaches attract tourists from around the world.

People

The Boholanos are Christians, friendly and welcoming. They speak English.

Potential uses

The property is described as suitable for self-sufficiency, with fruit trees, a large fishpond, meadow and pasture for animals. It could be used as a farm or investment property. The land may also be used for livestock and animal husbandry, an amusement park, a resort, or holiday apartments or houses for tourism. The description states that building or construction is possible without restriction.

Interested buyers are invited to contact the owners for further information and photographs.