Being confined in one’s home for an uncertain duration, with limited movement and access, required drastic adjustment, with some people inevitably experiencing higher levels of anxiety.
Mechanisms for survival took many forms. For many, this meant relocating out of the city, away from urban congestion and higher risks of COVID-19 infection, to more open spaces.
Communities like Hamilo Coast in Nasugbu, Batangas, a mere 90-minute drive from Manila, cradled between mountain ridges and the sea, provided ideal locations close to what has proven to be the most powerful antidote to modern chaos: nature itself.
For many Hamilo Coast residents like human resources manager Jessica Clara Belardo, relocating for the time being was not a difficult decision.
“We decided to look for a secure, less crowded place nearby where we could stay for at least a year and avoid exposure. We found out that Hamilo Coast was the perfect fit for our family,” Belardo said.
“As a working mom, one of the best benefits I have experienced and am still enjoying is the perfect work-life balance,” Belardo added. “I can do my work remotely and take care of my child and family while enjoying the beach and other facilities. Plus, my son is really having a great time here.”
“The free strong Wi-Fi and internet connection are among the benefits,” noted finance executive and general manager Willard Mosquito. “Then there are lots of places to work even outside the unit. You can bike and swim during free time on weekends, enjoying the beauty of nature. There’s also a very nice chapel where you can pray, reflect, and meditate.”
Developed by SM Prime’s Costa Del Hamilo, Inc., Hamilo Coast is considered the first premiere sustainable community in Nasugbu, combining nature and man-made excellence in residential properties and amenities.
Many homeowners had, in fact, chosen to settle here even before the lockdowns. When the pandemic came, extra safety and security measures adopted by the property management team on a 24/7 basis, including seeing to homeowners’ needs, made life much easier.
“The ambience of the place is relaxing, the security is tight, the place is less crowded, safety protocols are being strictly implemented, and the staff is very helpful,” Belardo stressed.
