El Nido is situated in a beautiful, quiet spot in the middle of the woods. The views are simply breathtaking. I enjoyed sitting on the balcony overlooking the trees while having a cup of French press coffee. If you desire a beautiful and quiet location, this is it. There are also countless hiking trails nearby and Montclair Village at the foot of the hills with its many restaurants and shops. Everything I needed was within a 7-minute drive. Ann and Lalo were wonderful hosts. They gave me plenty of recommendations and Ann checked in with me periodically via messenger to ensure I had everything I needed. They also made sure that I had a quiet, private space. Although the family lives upstairs, they make every effort not to be disruptive to their guests. You can have as much or as little interaction with the outside world as you desire. Ann invited me over at the end of my stay and I enjoyed hearing about their adventures as well as meeting their 2 adorable kitties. Ann and Lalo are very knowledgeable of the area, so be sure to take advantage of their recommendations. I hope you enjoy your stay as much as I did!