Franco’s Bed & Breakfast signage
Because of a Facebook group I started years ago called Pet Friendly Topics in Manila, I’m grateful to regularly come across real, unfiltered stories from fellow furparents sharing experiences that go far beyond marketing photos and generic reviews of pet-friendly places around the country. One recent post that truly caught my attention was about Franco’s Bed & Breakfast in Tagaytay, shared by Miss Susie Selorio. Together with her family, they welcomed New Year celebration here. What stood out most was her honest take: this place isn’t just pet-friendly—it’s a genuine haven for pet lovers.
Susie, her family and furbabies
See below our Q&A with Bailey how she best described Franco's Bed and Breakfast from her own words.
Pet-Specific Experience
1. How many pets did you bring, and what were their breeds, sizes, and ages?
We brought 2 dogs—a 6-year-old, 6kg male Shih Tzu and a medium-sized female Aspin estimated to be 6 years old, weighing 16kg. May I just share that there was another group of guests who brought 3 medium-sized Aspins estimated to weigh less than 12kg.
One of the rooms they booked
2. Were there any pet fees, deposits, or rules (leash, diapers, vaccination proof, etc.)?
One-time Php500.
This message was sent during my inquiry: “Note that for those bringing their pets, a one-time cleaning fee of Php500/room will be added on top of the room rate which will help us cover room and pool cleaning. This fee is apart from the damage/pet fee that will be determined should there be damages, stains, etc., during room check prior to check-out.”
Apart from that, there were no strict rules or requirements such as pet leashes or diapers. Fur-rents were expected to be responsible for their fur-babies.
Greenie and Bailey, Susie's furbabies
3. Were pets allowed inside the room, on the bed, or only in common areas?
Oh yes! Pets were allowed all over the place—the room, the beds (we did bring towels to cover the beds where they laid down)! Prior to booking, the owner even recommended a room that was comfortable and spacious enough for both hoomans and pets to move around. This was top priority for us when booking a rental place.
4. How big was the garden/gazebo area, and was it fully enclosed or fenced?
The entire place was wide and spacious; safely gated on both sides. The gazebo also served as the breakfast area with an in-house entertainment area that provided a videoke, some board games, and even a mini library.
Greenie basking under the sun and enjoying outdoor walk
5. Did you feel the place was safe for small dogs, senior dogs, or anxious pets?
Very safe because the entire place was wide enough for their resident pets and guest pets from different groups. There were 10 resident rescued dogs but only 3 were roaming freely. They often kept to themselves, except when “respectfully begging” hoomans for food. Actually, it was only Uno who’d sit and stare at guests with puppy eyes in exchange for goodies! These dogs did not approach the visitor dogs.
The garden area was another beautiful space to roam around for pets of any size. The peaceful nature of the area would most likely soothe anxious pets.
6. How was your pets’ interaction with the resident rescued pets—calm, playful, supervised?
I sent a video to my dog behaviorist friend, Cheryl Salvador of @thedogtango. She commented that there was “very nice communication signals from both dogs,” referring to Uno (one of their resident rescues) and our own Greenie girl.
Of course, I had to remind my girl to just “sniff sniff only” (verbal cue not to growl on the other dog), while Uno was likewise reminded by Ate Rona (the caretaker) to “behave.” By the way, Uno is one of the oldest residents, about 8–9 years old, so she’s the “typical granny dog,” according to Teody, the owner.
Upon booking, Teody also sent a note:
“Some guests might also have their pets with them. We have resident dogs (though most are contained when we have visitors), ducks, and chicken in the area. Pet visitors are allowed to roam around as long as they are supervised at all times to avoid untoward events.”
7. Did the staff provide anything pet-related, or did you bring your own?
We always bring our own pet stuff. Our furries have their own travel bag filled with bowls, towels, cleanup stuff, toys, etc.
The swimming pool
Pool & Outdoor Areas
8. Were there specific rules for pets swimming, pool depth, or shaded areas? Here are the Guidelines for Pets Swimming with hoomans.
Room & Comfort Details
9. What type of room did you stay in, and how many people/pets can it comfortably fit?
We stayed in a regular air-conditioned room good for 3 persons. There were 2 big beds—perfect for my hubby and me plus our furbabies. We slept on one bed each with our respective furry, lol!
10. How was the cleanliness of the room considering it’s pet-friendly?
The room looked and smelled clean. Nary a fur was in sight, so we were careful with our furbabies not to dirty the room. Honestly, our Shih Tzu has a tendency to pee anywhere and everywhere, so he had to wear diapers while he was awake and active.
13. Was the room cool enough at night?
An electric fan and an air purifier were included in the room. We could’ve opted not to turn on the air-conditioner since the weather was cool in Tagaytay. Then again, our Shih Tzu has thick fur, so we turned it on to 24 degrees.
Another room they booked for the holiday
Food & Breakfast
11. What specific dishes were served for breakfast?
It wasn’t just free breakfast but an amazing breakfast spread! Each morning, our table was filled with good food to last until past lunch. I was actually excited to wake up for our next breakfast surprise.
They serve FREE Breafast Spread (2 pax) instead of plated for A/C rooms booked
12. Were pets allowed in the dining area?
Yes, they were allowed to dine with us. However, they usually dined ahead of us in one corner of the gazebo. Uno had the pleasure of finishing their leftovers.
Uno (L) the rescued aspin of Franco's bed and breakfast and Greenie (R) rescued aspin of Miss Susie
Staff & Hospitality
13. Aside from Ate Rona, were there other staff members you interacted with?
Kuya Lito is Ate Rona’s husband—quietly helpful in his own way. Not much of a talker, but he is prompt to assist when needed.
Complimentary midnight snack for New Year celebration
14. How responsive were they to requests?
Super responsive! We always bring our pets’ food when we go on vacations—boiled veggies and boiled pork. Since the furries eat twice a day, these refrigerated items were brought out of the fridge then back again twice a day, too.
We also bought fruits, including pineapples, which we asked them to peel, slice, refrigerate, then bring out during mealtime. We left a simple token of gratitude to Ate Rona and family.
Location, Noise & Accessibility
15. How long was the travel time from Manila?
We used a suki car rental since we didn’t have our own car. The driver who brought us to Franco’s B&B took the Silang route—longer but no traffic when we left Manila at 7:30am on December 30. The ride took over two hours because of our stop.
Another driver fetched us back to Manila via CALAX. We left around 11:15am and arrived by 12:47pm! It was my first time to learn about and take that route.
16. How did your pets react to New Year’s Eve fireworks?
Tagaytay was relatively quieter than the Baguio hotel where we spent our 2024 New Year’s Eve. While Bailey, our Shih Tzu, was unaffected, our Aspin Greenie was trembling. We stayed inside the room early with calming dog music on. I hugged her with a towel wrapped around her body. Thankfully, it lasted less than 10 minutes.
Overall Value & Recommendation
17. How did you learned about this placce?
I first learned about Franco’s Bed & Breakfast through the Pet Friendly Topics Facebook page. One member recommended it, and I immediately messaged to inquire. Teody, the owner, was commendable from Day 1—prompt, detailed, and very helpful, especially since we were traveling with our furbabies.
When we arrived, my hubby and I fell in love with the place immediately. We live in the heart of Manila with no greens, so the garden was a spectacular treat—especially for our furries who could explore freely and safely. It was four days of freedom for Greenie!
They served Kropek with sweet and spicy sauce upon arrival, plus free-flowing Barako coffee. We also bonded with another group of fur—sharing stories about our furbabies long before learning each other’s names!
Miss Susie Selorio, the furmom of Bailey and Greenie
Who is this place best for?
Best for everyone! Backpackers, seniors, remote workers, and all types of fur-rents with their pets.
18. Anything you wish you knew before booking?
Bring everything you might need since convenience stores are a bit distant. No car isn’t an issue because trike services are available.
19. Would you return?
YES, in a heartbeat! Franco’s Bed & Breakfast is a quiet haven to relax and reset—even for a short weekend escape.
Reading through this interview, it’s clear why many fur-rents describe Franco’s Bed & Breakfast as more than just a pet-friendly stay in Tagaytay—it’s a place where pets are genuinely welcomed and understood. From safe open spaces and calm resident rescues to thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable breakfasts, this is ideal for pet owners looking for peace, comfort, and a true home-away-from-home experience. If you’re searching for a pet-friendly accommodation in Tagaytay where both humans and pets can truly relax, this is one place worth experiencing.
Another room they booked for the holiday
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