This ancestral mansion in Rizal is, quite literally, built in the name of love. Now, it welcomes guests from around the world to celebrate their own loved ones and love stories
Be it ancestral mansions or century-old properties—there is something about the nostalgic glory of these grand estates that evokes a vision of romance from another time. The magnificent halls and the majestic balconies with a view of the charming seaside cities immediately transport guests to a classic romance novel experience. Villa Milagros is one of those magical places, and it’s not even that far from Metro Manila.
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Villa Milagros is an ancestral mansion originally built by Isidro Liamzon as a gift to his beloved wife, Ma. Milagros Liamzon, for their 35th wedding anniversary. “They decided to build the mansion as a summer home for their large family,” the team behind the villa explains. “The couple had 11 children (three boys and eight girls) and over 34 grandchildren.”
Villa Milagros’ former glory is still present everywhere you look in this restored property. Honoring the history of the mansion, headboards and tables made by the House of Puyat are still display. Contemporary additions, including the vintage furniture and grand piano are added to one of the light-filled halls, maintaining the same romantic spirit and warm atmosphere.
The small, special details consisting of solid, hand-carved doors, decorated ceilings, brass and crystal chandeliers, and wrought iron window grills warrant a special mention. Every vantage point of Villa Milagros transports its guests to a different place and time, where classic design blends perfectly with modern comfort.
A look into the present and honoring the past
Villa Milagros is a mansion of blissful memories and remains true to the original owner’s vision. This time, it holds countless stories of many others, as it is now a one-of-a-kind landmark for intimate events in the country. With the owners’ ancestral decorations and the long stretch of its fragrant garden, its past is immortalized throughout the property. It has become a haven for guests who aspire to have an extraordinary place for their special celebrations.
Preserving memories and making new ones
“Villa Milagros has always been about family, heritage, and getting together to celebrate milestones of all kinds,” the team behind the villa explains, paying homage as to why the mansion was built in the first place. “Now, it welcomes others who want to experience the estate in the same spirit that the Liamzon family did.”
Photos: MEGA ARCHIVES and VILLA MILAGROS
