Just weeks after buying land in Bohol, the build has officially begun.
If you saw the last video, you’ll know this family made the bold decision to leave the UK and buy land in the Philippines before ever visiting. Now we’re on-site as their dream home starts to take shape.
The land has been cleared, permits are underway, and the footprint of the house is being marked out for the very first time.
This will be a 220 sqm, 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home with a pool — all for under $130,000 USD.
In this video, we meet the architect and builder, walk through the design, and show what’s actually involved in starting a house build in the Philippines.
This is Episode 1 of the build series, and we’ll be documenting the entire journey over the coming months — from raw land to finished home.
🏗 In this episode: • Building a house in the Philippines (how it starts) • Clearing land and preparing the site • Marking out the house footprint • Working with an architect and builder in Bohol • House design overview (4 bed, 4 bath, 220 sqm) • Flood risk and mitigation planning • Building costs in the Philippines (under $130K USD)
If you're thinking about moving to the Philippines, buying land in Bohol, or building your own home, this series will give you a real, step-by-step look at the process.
🏡 Work With Us If you're planning to buy land in the Philippines or build a home, we offer:
🏗 Land Finding & Due Diligence Support 🏡 Build Reporting & Project Guidance 📋 Practical advice based on real experience building in the Philippines WhatsApp: +63 919 070 8859 Email: [email protected]
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