Experience the Real Verde Island

Stay with a Local Family. Live Like a Verdenian.

Wake up to the sound of the sea, the chirping of the birds, or the rustling of the leaves. Share meals with your host family and discover a side of Verde Island that most visitors never experience.

The Little Yellow House Project connects travelers with welcoming local families in San Agustin Kanluran, giving you an authentic island experience while helping create sustainable livelihood for the community.

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gray concrete wall inside building
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Why Choose a Homestay?

A homestay is more than just a place to sleep—it's an opportunity to become part of the community.

✔ Stay with a local host family
✔ Experience authentic island living
✔ Support local livelihoods
✔ Enjoy home-cooked Filipino meals
✔ Learn about the culture and traditions
✔ Discover hidden beaches and local spots
✔ Slow down and reconnect with nature

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white and black abstract painting
The Little Yellow House Project

The Little Yellow House Project is a community-based tourism initiative that empowers families in San Agustin Kanluran by opening their homes to responsible travelers.

Every booking helps generate additional income for local families while encouraging sustainable tourism that respects the island's culture, people, and environment.

Travel with purpose. Stay with heart.

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worm's-eye view photography of concrete building

Your Homestay Experience

We offer GENUINE HOSPITALITY: Share stories, meals, and everyday life with families who call Verde Island home.

Comfortable Accommodation
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black blue and yellow textile

Simple, clean, and welcoming rooms where you can relax after a day of exploring.

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a man riding a skateboard down the side of a ramp
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a man riding a skateboard down a street next to tall buildings
Home-Cooked Meals

Enjoy freshly prepared Filipino dishes made by your host family using local ingredients.

Ask your hosts about:

  • Snorkeling

  • Beach hopping

  • Hiking

  • Fishing

  • Sunset viewing

  • Local village walks

  • Cultural experiences

Island Adventures

What's Included

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a man riding a skateboard down the side of a ramp
Perfect For

  • Solo travelers

  • Couples

  • Families

  • Backpackers

  • Digital detox seekers

  • Nature lovers

  • Responsible travelers

  • Small groups

  • Overnight accommodation

  • Lunch and Supper

  • Access to shared living spaces

  • Assistance from your host family

  • Local recommendations

  • Community experience

Additional tours and meals may be arranged upon request.

Travel with a Purpose

Every stay contributes to

❤️ Additional livelihood for local families
🌿 Environmental awareness
🤝 Community-based tourism
🏝 Preservation of Verde Island's culture and traditions
When you stay in a homestay, you're not just visiting Verde Island—you become part of its story.

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a man riding a skateboard down the side of a ramp
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