Beachfront living is taking on a more private, residential character in Ilocos Norte as Megaworld Corp. prepares to roll out Ilocandia Beach Village, a gated enclave within its 84-hectare Ilocandia Coastown township.
Occupying 19.4 hectares of prime coastal land along Laoag City’s western shoreline, the village is positioned to become the first exclusive and gated residential community in the city with direct access to the beach.
The development will offer 446 residential lots ranging from 230 to 406 square meters, giving buyers room to build full-sized beach homes while maintaining a low-density environment. With the sea just steps away, future residents can expect open views and direct access to the shoreline.
“We envision Ilocandia Beach Village transforming the landscape of the city by offering a unique and vibrant lifestyle that celebrates the beauty of Ilocandia’s stunning coastline,” said May Santos, head of sales and marketing for Ilocandia Coastown.
Lots are targeted for turnover by 2031, with the company projecting around P2 billion in sales from the project.
Clubhouse as centerpiece
At the center of the community will be a two-story clubhouse designed in a modern tropical style, framed by trees and low-lying shrubs to blend with the coastal setting. The structure will have its own drop-off area, reception and lounge spaces, opening into an airy interior defined by high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling glass windows that maximize natural light and ventilation.
The amenity mix reflects both leisure and everyday wellness. Plans include a fitness center with a movement studio, a function hall that can host up to 160 guests, an entertainment room and a dedicated children’s playroom.
Outdoor features will include a swimming pool with jacuzzi and spa jets, a pool deck with cabanas and sun lounges, alfresco dining spaces and an outdoor workout area, all designed to take advantage of the sea breeze.
Green spaces and specialty parks
Directly linked to the clubhouse will be a central park that functions as the village’s main open space. An extensive network of jogging paths will weave through landscaped grounds, connecting a covered picnic grove, a multi-play court with bleachers and a broad green lawn.
Several linear parks will traverse residential blocks, integrating pocket gardens and fitness trails into the neighborhood fabric. These green corridors are intended to double as quiet spaces for relaxation or casual strolls at sunset.
The village will also include a sand play area for children, a dedicated pet park equipped with play features and hydration stations, and an urban agri park with an interactive edible garden and seating areas for residents.
In terms of infrastructure, Ilocandia Beach Village will introduce underground cabling for power and telecommunications offer future residents unobstructed views and a cleaner visual landscape.
By combining gated privacy, direct beach access and master-planned amenities, Ilocandia Beach Village signals a shift in how coastal property in Laoag is being positioned: not only as a weekend retreat, but as a long-term residential address anchored on the sea.
The article was originally published in Manila Standard.
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