A small sign posted by the street Living area Living area - wood sofa set, couch, split-type AC (not in the picture) Dining area - dining table with four chairs (two extra chairs placed by the window, fridge, coffee m ... Second floor kitchen area - 2-burner induction cooktop and oven View from the second floor View from the second floor Second floor bedroom - queen-size bed, split-type air conditioner View from the bedroom window Second floor bathroom - shower, water heater, toilet with bidet Second floor bathroom First floor bathroom - shower, water heater, toilet with bidet First floor bathroom - sink, toilet with bidet Stairs from the first floor to the second floor Stairs going to the third level/loft Loft/Third level - one of two sofa beds, dresser, air cooler (not in the picture) Loft/Third level - second sofa bed, stand fan, not in the picture - dresser behind the stand fan View from the loft/third level Our power source! We are growing a few Philippine citrus plants. Feel free to pick the fruits. Best use as a citrus dr ...

 

New Non-Premium #49592

Secluded Riverfront Off-grid A-Frame Cabin Tucked Deep in the Forest

Cabin • City of Borongan Philippines

    4 Guests   
    1 Bedroom   
    3 Beds   
    2 Bathrooms   
  Secondary home

Exchange types accepted

  Simultaneous  
  Non-Simultaneous  
  Non-Reciprocal  
  Hospitality  

Statistics

Listed  January 2026
Views  82

General Overview

Escape to serenity in our off-grid, three-story A-frame cabin with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, tucked deep in the forest with breathtaking river and forest views. Cradled by coconut and tropical trees, you’ll fall asleep to the sounds of nature, and wake to sunbeams filtering through the trees. This off-grid, hidden gem offers the perfect blend of seclusion, comfort, and nature—ideal for families, couples, creatives, and digital nomads seeking peace with just the right touch of connection. Jungle-like Backdrop: Your off-grid escape begins with a ~150-meter walk from the paved road of Sitio Cankusipe, Barangay Sabang North, leading you through a lush, green jungle path that sets the tone for your stay. As you make your way to the cabin, you'll be surrounded by the sounds of tropical birds, rustling leaves, and the occasional wildlife calls echoing through the canopy---slow down and listen to the sound of nature. The short hike is part of the magic—a gentle, slightly elevated trail and a bamboo bridge under the shade of towering coconut trees, ferns, and thick greenery. With every step, the noise of the outside world fades, replaced by the rhythm of nature.

The Space

Ground Floor: - main entry way with Smart Lock - semi outdoor kitchen island: two-burner gas stove, sink - First bathroom: shower, water heater, sink, toilet with bidet - access to solar roof gazebo and private floating dock - electrical room and storage room: for owner's access only - Ring home security cameras facing the river (front), back of the trail/pathway, electrical room, and ground floor entrance Main level/Second floor: - Living area: leather couch, wood sofa set, handcrafted stools/coffee table, split-type air conditioner, stand fan - Dining area: dining set that seats six guests - Kitchen area: two-burner induction cooktop, oven, refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, induction cookware, dinnerware, silverware, Japanese tea set - Small pantry: rice cooker, mini sari-sari (variety) store to cover your missing essentials - Linen room: for owner’s use only - Bedroom: queen-size bed with drawers, split-type air conditioner, USB/USB-C charge ports - Second bathroom: shower, water heater, sink, toilet with bidet - multiple doors giving access to the wrap-around deck: outdoor furniture, portable pool - a few board/games (Jenga, Monopoly, Uno) Third level: Open Loft (Considered as Second Bedroom/Sleeping Area): - two twin-size sofa beds - dresser - air cooler and stand fan Private Floating Dock: - use of inflatable raft, fits 2-3 people - foldable table with chairs (will set up in good weather)

Guest Access

This is a three-story A-frame cabin with stairs from the first floor to the second floor and from the second floor to the loft (third floor). Facing the river, there are outdoor stairs giving direct access from the second floor’s terrace/deck to the front yard.

Notes

1. My cousin loves to cook. She can cook for your group for a minimal fee of USD25 per day (lunch and dinner) plus cost of ingredients. She can come over during the day and use the semi-outdoor kitchen on the first floor.(Your group will still have a complete privacy.) Meal planning ca be done in advance with shared understanding of your food preferences and availability of ingredients. As Borongan is surrounded with water, there will be an abundance of fresh sea food in a good weather condition. 2. We have a 32,000 watts/32 kw battery storage. However, this is not enough to support the two air conditioners set at 16 degrees Celsius. Please set the air conditioners at 22 C or higher, turn off/unplug all the appliances that are not in use, and turn on the two stand fans and air cooler -- this will keep Cabin ni Apoy Maria cooler. We would love to keep Cabin ni Apoy Maria off-grid. Please help us by using the available resources mindfully. 3. Let us know what time will you be checking in and checking out. Our staff, Alos, can help you carry your suitcase and other heavy stuff. 4. We have set up a Smart Lock on the main door (ground floor). A code will be sent to you a day before your check in. You can use this code for the entire duration of your stay. 5. Please do not change our Wi-Fi network and password. We use this to monitor our solar power control system. 6. There will be an easy Math involved to live in this cabin due to our 8 kw inverter capacity. All appliances are electric and have different wattages. You can run 3-4 major appliances simultaneously at their minimum setting. Example, one air conditioner, cooktop, and water heater. We have lived here comfortably and have enjoyed doing this easy Math. 🙂 7. There are no shades, blinds, drapes or curtains on all windows, except the bedroom window. We want to leave them this way. 🙂 If you are having a hard time falling asleep or wanting to sleep longer we have eye masks available for use. We wash these eye masks every after check out. 8. Cabin ni Apoy Maria is approximately 150 meters away from the paved road of Sitio Cankusipe. Expect a 10-minute walk/hike from the road. Just a heads-up, there is a short downhill/uphill trail close to the road and a bamboo bridge close to the cabin. In between these two, majority of the trail is flat. You will be walking on a trail that is surrounded with lush greeneries and will hear occasional wildlife calls echoing through the canopy -- slow down and listen to the sound of nature. 9. Cabin ni Apoy Maria is in a jungle-like/forest setting. Expect some bugs and insects entering the cabin. Please do not leave the windows and doors open at night as insects are attracted to bright lights. 10. Our cousin lives next door with his dogs. Expect some welcoming barks. (Believe me, they are just excited to see you!) My cousin has access to the back and the path/trail leading to the paved road. 11. Make sure you are stocked up for the night, or even better, for the entire duration of your stay. Cabin ni Apoy Maria is in a secluded place. While the cabin is well-lit, the trail going to the road does not have lights. If night errands are unavoidable, there are flashlights in the cabin that you can use. DISCLOSURE: - There is no TV and washer and dryer for clothes in Cabin ni Apoy Maria

Features


Oven
Oven
Microwave
Microwave
Coffee machine
Coffee machine
Fridge
Fridge
Air conditioning
Air conditioning
WiFi
WiFi
Bed sheets
Bed sheets
Towels
Towels
Balcony
Balcony
Garden / yard
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Covered porch / verandah

Travel Styles

    Long term
    Weekend
    Adventure
    Family
    Romantic
    Sport and leisure
    Relaxing
    Eco
    Beach
    Water
    Remote
    Tropical
    Last minute

House Rules

    Unsuitable for infants under 2
    Suitable for children ages 2-12
    Pets not allowed
    Smoking allowed

Allergens

    Cat free
    Carpet free

Dates of Availability

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Neighbourhood

Eastern Samar is a province in the Philippines located in the Eastern Visayas region (Capital City: Borongan). Stretching along the eastern edge of the Philippines, it faces the vast Pacific Ocean, which shapes much of its character: long white-sand beaches, rugged cliffs, rock formations, and surf-pounded shores that feel wild rather than polished. Here are some areas to visit: Ando Island, Borongan, Eastern Samar -- a beautiful, laid-back tropical island shores with white sand and clear Pacific waters — perfect for swimming, snorkeling, relaxing, and exploring nature (30-minute boat ride from Sabang South Fishport) Calicoan Island, Guiuan, Eastern Samar -- one of the top surf spots in the Visayas, attracting surfers from across the Philippines (2.5-hour car ride) Sohoton Caves and Natural Bridge Park, Basey, Samar -- a massive limestone arch that spans the Sohoton River forming a dramatic natural connection between two forest-clad ridges (4-hour car ride)

Getting to my home

OUTSIDE THE PHILIPPINES: Fly to Manila or Cebu City (best route). From Cebu, take a propeller plane (Philippine Airlines) from Cebu to Borongan City. Flights to/from Cebu/Borongan is once on every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday only. BORONGAN CITY: If you prefer to do a commute/adventure on your own. Here are some tips: From Borongan airport, there is a free city bus that will take you to the downtown area. This will be a 20-30-minute ride. From there, you can hail a tricycle and ask the driver to take you to Sabang North, Sitio Cankusipe at Cabin ni Apoy Maria. (You might need a separate tricycle for your luggage). This will be a 10-minute ride. NOTE: You can directly take a tricycle from the airport to Cabin ni Apoy Maria. However, there's no guarantee that the tricycles at the airport will accept passengers as they already made pre-arranged pick ups. OR We can help you contact a local tricycle driver early on. This tricycle will pick you up at the airport and drive you straight to Cabin ni Apoy Maria. This will be a 20-minute ride. OR A pre-arranged tricycle pick up at Borongan Airport to Sabang South Fishport (20-minute ride), then a motorized boat ride from the fishport to the floating dock, just in front of Cabin ni Apoy Maria (5-minute ride). My family, especially our kids, loves doing this tricycle plus boat commute! ------ Public tricycle and private motorcycle are the main transportations used in Borongan City. Since this place is secluded, please let us know if you will need a ride and at what day and time. We can contact you to local tricycle drivers who can pick you up on the street. All proceeds go to them.

Nearest airport

Borongan City airport (BPA) is 20 minutes tricycle ride to Cabin ni Apoy Maria.

Getting Around

Proximity/Accessibility: - 15-minute tricycle ride to Downtown/City (Puregold and SM Supermarket (for groceries), Baybay Boulevard Food Park, McDonald's and Jollibee (fast food), National and Local banks, Government offices, etc.) - 20-minute tricycle ride to Borongan Airport (BPA); flight to and from Cebu City once every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday only.

Map of Approximate Location


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Betty

I am a mom of two based in California. My family goes on international trips five times a year. We have a few homes that we would like to exchange with in this community (Lake Tahoe in California, Aruba, and the Philippines - feel free to ask.)
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