The first test of success in team buildings and family outings is gathering all members together. The venue’s distance and its accessibility play important factors.
Somewhere in Brgy. Sampaloc in Tanay, Rizal, less than 2 hours away from central Metro Manila on a good day, offers the perfect environment for teams and families to gather. Nestled therein is also the perfect facility for strengthening team and family bonds. This is what’s we’ve realized while visiting Camille’s Farm.
With 5 hectares of pristine farm views, a swimming pool perfect for group activities, and cozy room with bunk beds that could accommodate up to 12 people in one of the air conditioned rooms. According to the caretakers, the largest group they could accommodate is up to 30 members.
During harvest season, the farm is filled with fresh produce from pineapple, to mango, calamansi, papaya, rambutan and so much more. Teeming with greeneries, the farm has erected a mini-golf pads, and cottage where visitors could have good conversations.
During our stay, we weren’t prepared for the lack of internet albeit expected. In the cottage, however, there is a strong Starlink or the satellite-based connection. This should just be for emergency communications though as the challenge in connectivity gives room for more face-to-face and present human interactions.
Five minutes away from Camille’s Farm is Daranak Falls. The bonus in the stay in the farm which in itself is already a destination. Daranak is plunge-type waterfall which is a common destination for those in Rizal and even the neighboring Quezon City. if you are already in Camille’s Farm, you are just literally just a stone’s throw away from this natural beauty.
To spend an overnight or two in the farm, you can book your stay on AirBNB. An overnight for 10 people costs around P12,000 - P13,000, a price relaxing to the pockets, the same value as how relaxing and fun Camille’s Farm is.