Ovialand's Terrazza de Sto. Tomas: the Sweet Spot for Premier Southern Living

I will always be a probinsyana at heart. I love waking up to cool mornings, gently swaying trees, and the sounds of birds chirping. Growing up in Laguna and finishing school in San Pablo and Los Baños from elementary to college made me dream of someday living in the province again where life is simpler and more peaceful.  

for those dreaming of a more laid-back lifestyle

Sto. Tomas, Batangas is a promising location in Southern Luzon where homebuyers can find that sweet spot between urban and rural living. This first-class municipality has sufficient infrastructure and available land that makes it one of the most ideal business hubs in the area. Along with the local economy's growth are lifestyle opportunities that may soon be comparable to Metro Manila's social scene.

Bacci units: two floors (left) and three floors (right) 

When Filipinos are asked though what makes a dream home, answers usually range from somewhere one can spend quality time with the family to a location where one can enjoy current lifestyle trends. On the other hand, others simply desire for a place to escape the bustling Metro's ever-present irritants such as traffic, floods, and pollution.  Moreover, finding a home also usually boils down to choosing between city (urban) and provincial (rural) life. 

a place for some peace and quality time

Fatima Olivares-Vital, Business Unit Head of Ovialand, Inc. asks, what if there is no need to choose and give up one for the other? "It is normal for Filipinos to think that they have to deal with [the city's] chronic problems if they want access to opportunities. What many don't realize is that these two are not mutually exclusive."

Fatima Olivares-Vital and hubby

The boom in business and lifestyle prospects has opened the need for more living options in Sto. Tomas. Ovialand, Inc., a subsidiary of MCDC, with over 28 years of experience in housing development, answers this call by giving a taste of premier Southern living with its maiden project dubbed Terrazza de Sto. Tomas currently being built on a sprawling 5.8 hectare property. 

it would be nice to hear the soothing sound of flowing water
outside your window every day!

Terrazza offers a unique take in property development by offering exclusivity and privacy with its 54% open space and only 333 units. The gated community is set in the heart of the municipality, giving a great option for those searching for peace and tranquility, something that is quite elusive when you live in the city.

a very nice room on the third floor of a Bacci unit

Inspired by rustic Italian designs, the three model units available merge urban modernity with old-world Italian comforts reflecting Sto. Tomas' contemporary yet laid-back vibe. Homeowners will also get to enjoy garden living as units are connected to either major or minor parks.

a spacious enough living room

Amore (Love) is single detached and measures 99 sqm.;  Dolce (Sweet) is a duplex covering 75 sqm; while Bacci (Kiss) is a quadruplex with units that range from 65 to 86 sqm. Each unit has its own mini garden and laid out in such a way residents can still get the exclusivity and privacy they deserve.

Dolce's duplex units

Keeping true to its promise of providing premier living, Olivares-Vital assures that Terrazza de Sto. Tomas uses quality building materials and furnishings. It will furthermore feature a clubhouse, recreational court, and landscaped pocket gardens. 

bedroom with a terrace 

As to providing premium customer service with hassle-free and extensive step-by-step assistance, clients are assigned a dedicated Account Officer who will coordinate with them throughout the entire sale process. "We understand that each purchase of a house and lot is a milestone, and we are committed to turning this milestone into a memorable and pleasant experience that will be a preview of your happy memories and memorable new life in our projects."

the Ovialand team

The property's strategic location and carefully planned design is a welcome reprieve for those who seek the conveniences of modern urban living while still enjoying the comforts of a rural lifestyle. Ultimately, it gives homeowners a middle-ground without any compromises. 

come home to a place where you can live the life you deserve

According to Olivares-Vital, there should be no exceptions when it comes to getting the life we deserve. "There are options out there; it is just a matter of us choosing them," she points out reminding we all have a say on the kind of life we want to live. "At Terraza de Sto. Tomas, you are not just buying a house and lot. You are buying into a lifestyle and a community."

map to Terraza de Sto. Tomas
for those who want to view the model units 

For more information about Ovialand and Terraza, please visit www.ovialand.com or contact 0999.9986842.

* Photos used with permission from trailsunlimited.blogspot.com