Real Estate

Why invest in Timberland?

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Hilltop heavens that are serene and secure

Timberland Heights is a "mountain heaven" for families full of zest for life as it reflects the harmonious and balanced confluence of lush natural surroundings and scenic mountains, sustainable township planning and progressive partnerships.

Nurture your family in the tranquil environs of your dream Tropical Asian-inspired country home, whether it is a modern architectural marvel or built on rustic yet timeless elegance, on a gently rolling hill or a sloping terrain embraced by forested valleys.

Timberland Heights has been designed to strengthen closer familial ties as family members spend more time together in the soothing warmth of their homes at the Mandala Residential Farm Estates, Banyan Ridge, The Ranch and Banyan Crest.

Vicinity Map

Only a few minutes away from the city

A self-contained, complete and secure mountain suburban town, Timberland Heights is a mere 15-minute drive from Batasan Pambansa in Quezon City.

It is also within minutes away from various business and commercial districts, educational, financial and medical institutions and entertainment centers, among other points of interest.

How to get there:

From Quezon Memorial Circle, go northeast via Commonwealth Avenue, past Ever Commonwealth Center.  Turn right before Sandiganbayan to Batasan Road, and then turn right again to Batasan-San Mateo Road.  Cross the bridge over Marikina River, then turn left to Gen. Luna Avenue.  After passing Tropical Hut and Mercury Drug, turn right to De Los Santos Street.  When the road begins to slope, turn left to the highway going to Timberland Heights.

Amenities

Various sports and recreational amenities exclusively built within every community of Timberland Heights foster a deep sense of belonging among family members as they spend more quality time with each other at these relaxing and rejuvenating spaces.

The neighborhood also turns into a close-knit community as residents enjoy the company of new-found friends, whether in their exclusive tree park, playground, multipurpose clubhouse, gazebo, view deck, picnic area or swimming pool.

Other points of interest at Timberland Heights include:

• Entry marker and Gateway. The sense of and warm embrace of the community begins with the highly-visible entry marker and majestic gateway.

• Nature Center. Residents become eco-tourists without leaving their own town. The Nature Center guides them and their guests to various recreational and ecological finds along interconnected nature trails of forest parks, a botanical garden, view decks, a butterfly farm, an aviary and a campsite.
• Agroforestry Center (AFC). The center protects and sustains the ecological balance of the entire Timberland Heights. Through various training courses, seminars and fora, AFC ensures that agroforestry, a land-use management system that combines production of trees with agricultural crops, animals and other resources, increases or sustains productivity in the estate while maintaining its ecological stability.
• Showcase Farmhouse. Serving as a visitors' center, this farmlot teems with lush vegetation and landscaping, complete with a nursery that showcases the farming potentials in the estate.
• Butterfly farmhouse and pocket parks.
• Market for selling produce and plants or crops.

Greenways

Sheltered by nature, Timberland Heights offers a wide range of possibilities for nurturing the family and self at the 80-hectare Greenways.

Family ties, friendships and personal balance are nurtured in these winding, wooded pathways and invigorating natural landscapes scattered throughout Timberland Heights.

Relish the gifts of Mother Nature through such activities as camping, trekking, biking, horseback riding, climbing, rappelling and even fishing in lagoons, ponds, streams and the four waterfalls within the estate.

Connecting these Greenways of wooden vales, forested parks and sheltered glades is the 24-kilometer Nature Trail-winding and wooded path trails that make exploring the outdoors a pleasurable adventure.

Nearby Establishments

	One can take on a vibrant and healthy mountain suburban lifestyle at Timberland Heights yet still be very close to the city's essential institutions through various access roads. Within 30-minute drive are:

Entertainment centers along Libis, Tomas Morato, Timog, and Quezon Avenues composed of hundreds of fine dining restaurants, coffee shops / cafés, bars, health clubs (spa, fitness center), fastfood restaurants, hotels, beauty salons, sports centers

Land Use Plan

An excellent showcase of a complete and self-contained town, Timberland Heights is a vibrant community pulsating with many possibilities. It has carefully laid out a balanced integration of modern township components with environmentally-sound practices.

Essential institutions such as schools, a church, a medical center, retail and commercial arcade, civic centers, an office plaza, banks and a town center will soon rise. The modern conveniences of urban life seamlessly meld with nature's wondrous gifts at Timberland Heights.

Site Development Map

Enhancing its lush mountain slopes and scenic terrains, Timberland Heights has already developed approximately 150 hectares of land for its residential communities, township institutions and exclusive family club, the Timberland Sports and Nature Club (TSNC).

Township

Spine Road. Residents can now enjoy this concrete road leading to various communities of Timberland Heights and the Timberland ports and Nature Club as it became fully operational with the streetlights and road lighting work accomplished in 2008.

Spine Road

Gateway

Subdivisions

• Mandala Residential Farm Estates 1. Homeowners continue to move in and improve their properties, whether tending to their farm or constructing their houses, in various Mandala phases.

• Banyan Ridge. Phase 1 lots were turned over to their homeowners while land development of Phase 2 was completed in 2008. Residents have begun building their homes as the community clubhouse and amenity area continues to take shape.

• The Ranch. The lots were turned over to the homeowners in 2008 while work on the community's perimeter fence was also completed.

• Mandala Residential Farm Estates 2. Land development is targeted for completion in 2009. Earthworks, drainage construction and road concreting activities have been completed.

• Banyan Crest. Land development starts within the first quarter of 2009 with target completion within 24 months.

Mandala Residential Farm Estates 2 stands on a 19.8-hectare site offering only 130 lots with bigger sizes ranging from 750 square meters to 3,590 square meters.

Site development plan

Quick Facts

Views

• Metro Manila
• Laguna
• Marikina City
  

Elevation: 280 Meters Above Sea Level

Total Lot Area: 19.8 Hectares

Ave. Lot Size: 1,250 Square Meters

No. of Lots: 130 Lots

Lot Size Range: 750 Square Meters - 3,590 Square Meters

Density: 6.5 Farm Lots Per Hectare

Amenities

• Landscaped Gateway with Guardhouse
• Tree Park with Gazebo and Picnic Huts
• Multi-purpose Community Clubhouse
• Centralized Water System
• Perimeter Fence

Visual Tour

Gateway

Homes

Terraced farms

Gardens

Living it up at Banyan Crest

Luxurious resort living takes a higher form in Banyan Crest, the new upscale community of Timberland Heights. The prime neighborhood is made even more exclusive with only 293 lots available over a spread of 14.7 hectares. With an average lot size of 348 square meters, only 20 lots are allotted on each hectare of development.

Located right in front of Timberland Sports and Nature Club and beside the Timberland Rudolf Steiner School, Banyan Crest takes in picturesque views of nearby mountains and city skylines. It is ideal for starting a family or raising a growing one as well as a relaxing haven for empty nesters and retirees.

Site development plan

Quick Facts

Views

• Metro Manila
• Laguna
• Manila Bay

Elevation: 290 Meters Above Sea Level

Total Lot Area: 14.7 Hectares

Ave. Lot Size: 348 Square Meters

No. of Lots: 293 Exclusive Residential Lots

Lot Size Range: 300 - 800 Square Meters

Density: 20 Lots Per Hectare

Amenities

• Landscaped Gateway with Guardhouse
• Multi-purpose Clubhouse with View Deck
• Parks and Playground
• Centralized Water System
• Perimeter Fence
  

Visual Tour

Gateway

• Clubhouse and amenities

Farming

What is the elevation of Mandala Residential Farm Estates?

Mandala Residential Farm Estates elevation reaches up to 285 meters above sea level.

Do we have sufficient water supply for our farming needs?

Yes, we have enough supply of water being yield from our deepwell and a water tank dedicated to Mandala Residential Farm Estates use with a capacity of 167,200 liters.

Who will implement the rules and guidelines for farm lot owners in Mandala?

Subdivision management is the responsibility of the Subdivision Administration while the Farm Services Management takes care of farm development.

What can I do in Mandala Residential Farm Estates?

Your property in Mandala can be used for residential and farming purposes. You may go into organic farming, bee farms, coffee farms, fruit orchard, flower farming and aquaculture, among others. You can also use community amenities such as the multi-purpose clubhouse, swimming pool and outdoor recreational facilities.

How much space could be allotted for residential or farming use?

A minimum of 80% of the total property area must be devoted to farming activities and the maximum buildable area/house is 20% of the total farm lot area of the property.

Do we have a free hand in designing and laying out our farm lot and home?

Yes, as long as the design will consider the Deed of Restrictions and Design and Farm Guidelines.

How soon can I start?

All lot owners of Mandala Residential Farm Estates who have paid 20% full downpayment and lot location has completed its land dvelopment can already start farming.

Who will teach me how to farm?

Well-trained Farm Services Management Staff of Timberland Heights can give hands-on training to lot owners on farming. There is also an existing tie-up in the field of Agroforestry between Timberland Heights and University of the Philippines Los Baños – Institute of Agroforestry (UPLB-IAF). Regular seminars on various farming modules and hands on training will be conducted to assist owners in the development of their farmlot.

There is a pool of experienced farm workers who can assist our lot owners in their farming needs, from land preparation up to harvesting. We also offer a wide selection of planting materials of local origin such as ornamentals, fruit trees & forest trees.

What farm services does Timberland Heights provide to lot buyers of Mandala Residential Farm Estates?

Timberland Heights Farm Management Services team of experts can provide farm planning and design, design implementation, farm production management and marketing of produce.

Can you help me with the feasibility study for my farm development?

The feasibility of farming varies from one lot to another, depending on your preferred technology, required farm developments and kinds of crops you selected.

The Farm Services Management will be available for consultation to discuss details if the client is now qualified for farm lot development. A feasibility study can be requested at a cost mutually agreed upon once you have determined the type of farming suited for you.

What farming method is used at Mandala Residential Farm Estates?

Environment-friendly farming is practiced at Timberland Heights. Plant nutrition is done by applying vermi-compost (decomposed organic material using worms) to the soil. Disease prevention and pests are controlled utilizing botanical and biological methods. Mechanical control such as green house or netted garden beds is also practiced to prevent insect attacks.

Is it possible to grow fruit trees in Mandala Residential Farm Estates?

Yes. We prefer local or endemic species of fruit trees and at least one (1) tree should be planted for every 250 sqm. of the total farmlot area.

What high-value crops can I plant in Mandala Residential Farm Estates?

Some high value crops already grown at the site were vegetables such as tomato, lettuce, cucumber, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, mustard and pechay. In addition, culinary herbs that have also been successfully grown here are basil, mint, rosemary, black pepper, oregano and tarragon.

What will I do with all the excess produce harvested from my lot?

You can sell the excess quality produce from your farm lot through the Timberland Heights Farm Management Services. Later on, when there’s an economic volume of quality produce to be sold from lot owners at Mandala, we will put up a Kumbasari market to sell to the market.

What kind of animals can I bring to my farm?

Animals, with the exception of swine, may be allowed as long as they are properly contained and do not interfere with the normal enjoyment of a safe environment.

Pets and livestock should be properly vaccinated. Fowls, livestock or a combination of both may be allowed but with consideration to the policies as stipulated on the Deed of Restrictions of Mandala Residential Farm Estates.

Can I raise both fowls and livestock animals?

Yes. The number of heads of fowls, livestock animals or a combination of both that is allowed in a lot shall be based on the area devoted to farming activities.

Residential

What type of house should be built in Timberland Heights?

Every home in Timberland Heights is designed utilizing Tropical Asian-inspired architecture. The color of the main structure or house should tend toward earth tone.

Are there any restrictions in the use and enjoyment of property in Timberland Heights?

Yes. For the purpose of enhancing the value and attractiveness of Timberland heights and every subdivision projects in it, there has been an established common development and architectural scheme and plan for the controlled development of the project.

All properties and improvements in Timberland Heights would be subjected to some limitations, conditions, restrictions, and easements regulations.

Can I have more than one (1) house and is there any required easement to be considered in the development of the property in Timberland Heights?

Yes. Multiple structures of single dwelling-units shall be allowed as long as they do not exceed the maximum allowable floor area respective of the project you choose.

For Banyan Ridge and The Ranch, the buildings and improvements shall have a distance of not less than three (3) meters from the boundary line facing a street and two (2) meters from any boundary line which distance shall be computed also from the building line. Outside edges of the roofs and/or eaves must also have a setback.

Are there any height restrictions in Timberland Heights?

Yes. The buildings and improvements shall not be more than nine (9) meters high, measured from the elevation of the street to the highest protruding part of the roof in cases of flat or nearly flat lots.

For lots, which are elevated or slanted upwards, the 9-meter maximum height shall be measured beginning from the highest point of the building down to the natural ground below it. The building and improvements to be constructed must not be more than two (2) stories.

What are my limitations in the use of my property in Timberland Heights?

All properties in Banyan Ridge and The Ranch shall also be used exclusively for residential purposes only.

Commercial activities in Timberland Heights shall take place only in areas designated for the purpose.

What should I know when improving my property and constructing a house?

The cost of construction of the houses in the Project should be approximate to the price of the lot.

The lot owner/ occupant shall follow the steps in improving the property as provided in the design guidelines to be provided by the Estate Management of Timberland Heights.

Can I subdivide my lot?

No. The lots cannot be subdivided into smaller parcels.

Would there be a Homeowners Association in Timberland Heights and how much will be you charge for the association dues?

Yes. For the purpose of maintaining roads, traffic control, security, and all common facilities and services of every kind and nature in every subdivision project in Timberland Heights, respective homeowners association for every project would be formed.

And since Timberland Heights is composed of several projects, a Federation of Associations would also be formed subsequently.

We will be able to give you information on the amount of homeowners’ dues once we have assessed all the costs for consideration. The association dues will cover expenses for the maintenance of green spaces, landscape easements, road network, electrical and water distribution system – including tanks and deep wells, common area, sanitary, security and garbage collection for the parks and streets. Rest assured that we would keep the association dues as minimal as possible.