‘Tis the season of merrymaking and gift giving once again. And for many Filipinos, it is also that time of the year that gets everyone on their toes, busy finding the perfect present for their friends and loved ones. Such gifts vary, from precious little trinkets to thoughtful, practical items that can be used for the house, school or even work.

For some, however, a gift can come in the form of a big ticket item that affords one access to a better future, and one that could give that much needed reassurance and peace of mind. And this is what trusted property developer Empire East Land Holdings Inc. can offer, as it has been providing deserving individuals the gift of owning a decent home over the past two decades.

This year is no different as Empire East is again offering potential homeowners an array of perks and discounts that could make homebuying a truly exciting and fulfilling endeavor this season. The company is giving as much as 5 percent in discount, which is equivalent to an average reduction of P190,000 from the total contact price of any of its pre-selling residential projects until December 31 this year.

The company believes that this move will not only give individuals easier access to owning a home, but will also afford them the privilege of securing their future.

Here are seven gifts that Empire East believes can make one’s Christmas brighter, merrier, and more meaningful.

Gift of Solace: Covent Garden 

While located strategically in the in the middle of V. Mapa and Pureza LRT 2 stations in Sta. Mesa, Manila, Covent Garden allows one to live that “executive lifestyle” but with an extra package of comfort and accessibility. Developed ideally for students and young professionals, Covent Garden provides solace in an enclave that allows you to de-stress through its well maintained amenities.

Indeed, one does would no longer need to go out of town, or seek for those hidden or secluded sanctuaries just to find that much needed solace as a home in Covent Garden can easily give you that and even more.

Gift of Togetherness: Little Baguio Terraces

Create more ultimate bonding experience with your family and friends as Little Baguio Terraces offers you the gift of togetherness.

Located along Aurora Blvd., this four tower project uniquely provides widely cut living spaces with the option to combine two units for a much larger space, thus making it an ideal abode for big families and students, who can meanwhile easily commute around the University Belt and other schools and universities.

Gift of Tradition: Mango Tree Residences

From an idle land to an Italian inspired garden community, the Mango Tree Residences offers the gift of tradition.

Located within the culture-rich San Juan City, the two-tower residential community enables one to seamlessly blend the old and the new as Empire East has transformed the property into a modern and charming home amid a classic and rustic ambiance.

The Mango Tree Residences, aptly called due to its expanse of mango trees, would thus allow one to relax and rejuvenate while still enjoying the comfort of modern amenities and features that this community can offer.

Gift of Vacation: Kasara Urban Resort Residences

A resort lifestyle in the middle of an urban metropolis is one that can be had at Kasara Urban Resort Residences in Pasig City.

With its pools and fountains, lush greenery, man made lake, and even waterfalls, this six tower development can indeed offer the gift of everyday vacation for homeowners and guests alike, enabling them to readily enjoy the best of both worlds: the laid back and executive lifestyles.

Another plus is its strategic location as Kasara is just a walk away from from C-5 Road that gives you easy access to Ortigas Center, Eastwood City, Bonifacio Global City (BGC) and Makati CBD, Tiendesitas SM Supercenter and Valle Verde Pasig where you can enjoy shopping and dining.

Gift of Accessibility: Pioneer Woodlands

It is all about the access and convenience that makes Pioneer Woodlands a true standout from the rest.

Located strategically at Edsa cor. Pioneer St. In Mandaluyong City, this six-tower empire offers a physical connection to the MRT Line 3 Boni Avenue station, thus providing its unit owners that much sought accessibility whether you’re going north or south.

Inspired by the Woodland LRT station in Singapore where one can find an emerging business district, shopping establishments and also the boundary between Singapore and Malaysia, Pioneer Woodlands is ideal for students and especially for working professionals because they can easily access the various central business districts of Makati and Ortigas.

Gift of Proximity: San Lorenzo Place

It is one enclave that allows you to have a slice of paradise right within one of the busiest cities in the metro.

Located in Makati City, the San Lorenzo Place offers the gift of proximity as it is physically connected to MRT Line 3 Magallanes station thus enabling you easy and convenient access to the Makati central business district.

This four tower construction also enables to unwind easily and effortlessly as it is packed with amenities such as a 20 meter lap pool, wading pool, Jacuzzi, a sunbathing deck to get that tan on, a tennis court, a fitness gym and a clubhouse.

Gift of Recreation: The Rochester

An elegant mixture of beauty, simplicity and earth tone colors, The Rochester in Pasig City has been built amid a nature-rich environment that provides the authentic feel of a grandeur resort.

This Asian inspired community offers spacious residential units with a choice of one, two or three bedroom suites, thus making it ideal for families of any size.

Residents will surely enjoy the project’s topnotch amenities like a 25 meter lap pool, tennis and basketball courts as well as a clubhouse, with its fitness gym, business and convenience stores, and game area. ADVT.