In March 23 we were able to spend one of the most relaxing and luxurious vacation you can ever imagine. We are a group of 5 people around 60 years old and our son who is 25 years and sitting in a wheelchair. The villa is located in a quiet surrounding, away from the trouble in Panglao. We were picked up at the Airport and had an easy 2-hour ride to the villa. Arriving at Pure Shores Villa you find the building in an extraordinary well maintained condition. Everything is build in a high-quality way, no cheap materials. All the existing equipment is working very well, and we also had a stable Wifi-connection, which was easy to connect with. The views over the warm pool, including a whirlpool are magnificent and the sunset is awesome. We enjoyed the comfortable sunbeds and the lounges in the cabana, where you always can find a nice breeze. Eating and dining in the villa is a wonderful experience. You can choose from a wide variety of meals and dishes and they are freshly cooked to your order. We especially enjoyed the Philippine meals. Having a handicapped son we were happy to have a bedroom on the ground floor with an almost wheelchair accessible outdoor-shower with only one step. The employees were always very helpful lifting our son in or out of the pool. Here the lifeguard has to be named, as well as the waiter who was also very caring. Not to forget the other staff, taking care of the house, the bedrooms and everything else. A very special thanks goes to May, who was always around and coordinating everything. She was extremely helpful in getting my wife some contact-lenses and some brand new motorbikes for us to explore the island. It was always easy to get into contact with our host Dean. He quickly replied to all our enquiries, was helpful and extremely kind, even inviting us to some drinks. The final payment before departure was well organized and handled via credit card without any problems. To put it in a nutshell, we can say that we feel like having spent this vacation in heaven and we can recommend Pue Shores Villa to any guest who wants to experience some calm and relaxing holidays in a luxurious atmosphere and a beautiful surrounding. Marc

My first visit to the Philippines & the island of Bohol was the perfect location. Pure Shores Villa is everything the photos & reviews claim it is. It was the ideal spot to chill out & recharge the batteries. The villa was well appointed, with beautiful furnishings throughout, it oozes luxury! We had the most perfect weather so spent the majority of our stay out in the grounds. The infinity pool & spa was ideal temperature & we spent many hours in there, always finishing the day with a large choice of sunset beverages served by the lovely staff. The poolside cabana was great for lounging around & playing some games & also where the manager organized for our rejuvenating massages, complete with the picturesque backdrop of the Bohol Sea. The staff were very attentive & thanks also goes to the chef & his kitchen crew for the lovely selections of meals provided. I certainly hope we can return for another holiday in the future.

Pure Shores Villa, Pure Bliss Perched on the cliff overlooking the Bohol Sea, Pure Shores Villa is just the pure depiction of bliss. The villa is located in a secluded area of Guindulman, accessible within a two-hour drive via a scenic coastal route from Tagbilaran airport. Pure View: We were fortunate with the weather in mid-October. Blue sky with soft clouds said hello in the morning, and breathtaking sunsets prompted timely for our wine o'clock. The marine life around the villa is stunning. It is easily accessible through the stairway down from the estate: the crystal clear water houses beautiful corals, sea turtles, and colourful fish. Pure Hospitality: From the moment we walked in until we bid farewell, the staff always greeted us with excellent service and beautiful smiles. The kitchen staff remembered the unique coffee style that one would have before and after the meal and the individual preferred water temperature. The sliding doors around the house were always opened every morning to welcome the sunrise and fresh air. The same doors and curtains were closed, and the lights were turned on to prompt our rest time. The towels around the pool were always fresh. Pure Delicious: Fabulous meals with the freshest ingredients were cooked to order. Our most challenging job during our one-week stay was to decide what we wanted to have for breakfast, lunch and dinner because we wanted them all. Must-try dishes: Kinilaw (like Ceviche), Pork Humba (tender pork, salted black beans, and an assortment of spices), Tap/Bangsilok (beef/milkfish, garlic rice, egg), Sinigang (tamarind soup with the protein of your choice), Kalamansi Crumble, Mango Float, Buko Salad (gentle warning; it is a fruit cocktail made from shredded coconut with condensed milk suitable more for desert instead of your usual salad). Obviously, you should not leave the place before trying the Boodle Fight. It is a culinary experience where dishes are served on top of banana leaves and communally eaten. Cutlery required is your clean fingers. Don't worry; the food was so generously prepared that no one had to fight to get their beautifully grilled fish, squid filled with mango salsa, roasted pork, noodle, rice and, of course, the grilled aubergine - the star of the fight show. Stop it. We are drooling. Pure Fun: Dean organised excellent excursions. We explored the village life around the Loboc River. We did a stand-up paddleboard and watched fireflies on the Loboc River. The second excursion was all about the size. First, we snorkelled around the gentle giants; Whale Sharks! Amazing! Then, we encountered one of the smallest primates; Tarsiers. We closed the day by climbing the viewpoint at the Chocolate Hills and holding on to our lives whilst riding on rough, stony, muddy and extremely wet terrain around the hills in our ATVs. Pure Haven: The villa is visually stunning both inside and out. We love the gorgeous stairs leading to our bedroom on the second floor. We adore all the reading nooks. At one point, we set an hourly timer to ensure we kept moving from one reading spot to another. We spent a lot of time in its infinity pool and jacuzzi whilst gazing at the ocean, well-manicured garden and the stars. Last, we took pleasure in their yoga shala. What a marvellous experience to practice our yoga whilst looking at the stunning ocean. Namaste, Dean, Marcelle, Finn and all the Pure Shores Villa staff. We had a magnificent time. We will certainly return and highly recommend this exquisite estate for true bliss.

Just spent a blissful week in this amazing piece of paradise. Our first overseas holiday post Covid. We travelled from Western Australia for a family catch up at the Villa. As soon as we entered the property through the ornate gates & into lush, neatly manicured grounds, we were immersed in the tranquility of this place. Friendly staff met us with their signature Welcome Drink & cooling face towels which was refreshing after a day spent travelling. We stayed in Room 5, separate from the main house & under the cabana area. The room was just perfect. It was clean, spacious, had a very comfy bed but best of all was our views over the water. We went to sleep with the curtains open & it was so peacefully quiet. There was the occasional hum of a local’s fishing boat going through the sanctuary, a few fireflies glowing in the night’s blackness & some twinkling lights across the bay. Waking up to beautiful views of the sun glistening on the water is so magical. Our private little balcony overlooking the sea was the perfect backdrop for a few relaxing holiday massages. We experienced therapists to pamper with pedicures, massages & even a session with a healer all at incredibly reasonable prices. I want to praise May who is the House Manager. She was fun, friendly, spoke very good English & catered to our every need. I was lucky enough to accompany her on one of her daily market trips to get the fresh produce which was a buzz. The entire staff were very attentive to anything we needed. It’s difficult to fault the food other than portion sizes being a little too large, especially when you want to order dessert as well! Chef Mel & his team provided meals of a high standard with the freshest of seafood selections & many delicious dishes to choose from. He was happy to cater to our various requests both on & off the menu. Experiencing the Philippine ‘Boodle Fight’ was an awesome cultural experience for us. Everything you need for a perfect relaxing stay is right there at the Villa. Uninterrupted ocean views from the clifftop provide amazing sunset drinks in the infinity pool, plenty of fun lawn games for the little kids (& competitive adults) & venture down the steps where you can snorkel with ease in the safety of the protected marine sanctuary. If you decide to venture past the front gates there is just so much to see & do around beautiful Bohol. We took a few day tours to explore the culture & countryside but there’s still so much more to experience. Thanks to the owner Dean for organizing some epic days out with comfortable vans & safe drivers. Our highlights would definitely include swimming with whale sharks (a must do), riding ATVs, Stand-Up Paddleboards & Village tours, seeing the fireflies phenomenon & visiting secluded pristine beaches. Thank you for an amazing, memorable holiday.

We stayed at Pure Shores Villa for a company retreat. In all there were 17 people and the villa along with the guest house fit us very comfortably. What can I say about Pure Shores Villa..... from the moment you walk in you are greeted with a level of hospitality and comfort only a 5 star resort can offer. Breathtaking sunsets, superb meals with the freshest quality ingredients cooked to order at a moments notice. The staff from the cooks, the servers and the maids attend to your every need with a smile and pleasure to be there for you for whatever you may need. May (the villa manager) is an absolute angel. She and her team go over and above any expectations you have and are there to help make sure your vacation or retreat is both fun and relaxing for all involved. They planned a Lecheon celebration, nightly karaoke, massages by the ocean and day trips to Chocolate Hills, White Beach for snorkeling and adventure parks for the adrenaline rush we all seek on vacation. The drinks were always cold and mere second away, the towels were fresh and the beds were perfectly made everyday. The rooms and villa overall is spotless from the time you walk in until the time you leave. At times you wonder how do they even sweep in and clean up behind you without you noticing. The location is secluded and private on a hilltop overlooking the sea with breathtaking sunsets every night. The sea below is filled with beautiful corals and stunning fish which are easily accessed through a short walk down the cliff stairs into crystal clear waters just over a meter deep at the base of the stairs. This makes it easy and safe for both the swimmers and non swimmers to feel comfortable in their adventures. Dean was more than accommodating to ensure any types of food, drinks or snacks we wanted were in stock on our arrival and May and her team made sure they did not run out during our stay. The internet service was excellent for such a remote area as our team was able to not miss a beat on any work items that came up during our stay. Transportation was arranged for us to and from the airport and each day out to our adventures. The drivers were courteous and patient and kept everyone comfortable and safe. I could go on and on how terrific this villa is and how perfect it is for a family get together, wedding, company retreat or just a weekend getaway with good friends. Why book at a five star resort and need multiple rooms when you can book this heavenly villa for a fraction of the price? You work hard and you and your family deserve a stay at the Pure Shores Villa. Pure Bliss, Pure Pleasure and Pure Relaxation. S.

This is my third time to stay here. The view of the ocean and the hills in the distance is amazing and is something I never get tired of. The view is extra special at sunset, which you can enjoy from the infinity pool, or from a lounge chair with a cold drink in hand. Literally at your doorstep is a marine sanctuary teeming with fish and coral of all sizes and colors. Lots of clown fish around for all Nemo fans! The villa provides life vests, fins, and snorkels so you don’t have to bring your own. I recommend the crunchy fish tacos from their menu. I saw the kitchen staff making tortillas from scratch and that really impressed me. All in all, I had a great holiday and I can’t wait to go back.

I stayed in Pureshores for four nights and I think it was a good length to fully enjoy most of what the place could offer (wish I could have stayed for more than a week though!). I was with my family and can 100% recommend choosing a villa if you're a bigger group and want to spend private quality time with your loved ones; it's like having a 5-star place all to yourself complete with staff and amenities like a pool, jacuzzi, chill out rooms, and a place to feast with the larger group. Although the property isn't beachfront, it sits on top of a cliff so you get a view of a perfect sunset and there's a private stairway to a marine sanctuary you can go snorkel in! I found that amazing because most places in the Philippines you have to take a boat to an island to get that but all the beauty of the ocean was right on our doorstep! We were also connected to a yoga instructor who held a sunset yoga session in Pureshores private yoga pavillion. This was after really good massages so it was an absolute treat to my tired muscles. Ended my stay with a manicure (they're really connected with a full suite of pampering) to complement my new tan. Food recommendations: If you stay here, I recommend trying their banana foster (absolutely best I've ever tasted), grilled porkchop and lyonnaise potatoes, and fish tinola. Don't forget to do a boodle fight!!Lastly for those who are working remotely, the net is actually fine and allowed me to take zoom calls for work between snorkeling breaks! Staying here was a dream thanks Dean and Marcelle! Definitely coming back!!

Outstanding and beautifully appointed 5 bedroom property with stunning views and sunset across the Bohol Sea. Excellent food, friendly and attentive staff. If you are looking for a place to relax or arrange a gathering for 4 or 5 couples/families look no further than Pure Shores Villa.

The wife was looking for a private villa or resort that would be big enough to fit family members as she planned to celebrate her birthday and get together with the family after a long time in lockdown. We were reminded of Pure Shores which we stumbled upon some time back thought it was too big for our own family of 4. She immediately rang up the place and was accommodated warmly by Dean (the owner) who was very helpful and accommodating from the get go. We were traveling with a big group so we had quite complex requirements and Dean was very patient during the planning stage making sure our requests within reason were accommodated. Closer to the date he handed us over to May, the villa manager to go through the details and arrange transfers, room assignments and even food arrangements in advance. The planning went really smooth. When we got there, we were just blown away by the place, a spacious, beautifully appointed 5-bedroom private luxury villa. The villa provided breathtaking views of the sea and showed us the best sunsets Bohol could offer. Service was impeccable. May and her team ran the place very professionally... and were always warm and friendly, they knew all of our names by Day1. No request was too small nor too big... they took very good care of us while we were there. All in all, the best vacation and best birthday celebration the wife could have in Bohol.

세계 많은 나라를 가족과 함께 여행해 봤지만, 이 곳처럼 안락하고 편안한 곳은 없었습니다. 이번이 2번째 방문으로, 첫 방문은 노인분들과 함께 였고, 이번 방문은 어린 아이들 4명과 함께 였습니다. 외부 활동이 어려운 노인분들에게도 쉬기 좋은 곳이지만, 하루 종일 수영장과 바다에서 노는 아이들에게도 이곳은 최고의 장소였습니다. 숙박 기간 중 5살 아이가 좀 아팠는데, 모든 스텝들이 너무도 다정하고 친절하게 살펴주어서 아이는 별탈없이 금방 컨디션을 회복하였습니다. 호텔 중심의 여행을 즐기던 아기 엄마는 너무 안도하고 기뻐하며 가족과 함께 다시 오고 싶다고 손을 모았습니다. 5일 내내 숙소 세프의 음식을 즐겼는데, 외부의 어떤 고급 식당 음식보다도 맛있고 합리적인 가격입니다. 여행오기 전 기대하는 것보다 숙소가 좋기란 쉽지 않은데, 바로 여기가 그런 곳입니다.