Nena’s Sanctuary offers elegant event spaces, lakeside dining, and experiences where modern design meets nature.
Tucked within the grounds of Sta. Elena Golf and Country Estate in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Nena’s Sanctuary redefines the meaning of modern leisure and luxury. It is a destination where design and nature come together beautifully, inviting guests to celebrate life’s most memorable moments in spaces that radiate calm and sophistication.
At the heart of this sanctuary stands Lakehall, an elegant venue that seamlessly blends contemporary architecture with its serene lakeside setting. With expansive indoor and outdoor spaces, it offers breathtaking views of the lake, golf course, and gardens. All create a picture-perfect backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, and milestone celebrations.
“We want to create modern amenities without breaking the experience of nature,” shares Crickette Tantoco, President of Lakehall. “We are an events hall that you can book for milestone celebrations, but more than that, we curate experiences that bring your vision to life.”
Lakehall spans over 1,800 square meters of thoughtfully designed space that includes banquet halls, an outdoor courtyard, terraces overlooking the lake, gardens, bridal suites, and fully equipped kitchens. Each detail was built to elevate events into seamless, memorable experiences.
After launching their in-house catering arm, Lakehall Banquet, the team has solidified Lakehall’s reputation as one of the country’s premier event venues. It continues to collaborate across industries to create meaningful partnerships and distinctive celebrations for every guest.
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Crafting Experiences With Purpose
What sets Lakehall apart is its commitment to curation and collaboration. The team behind Nena’s Sanctuary works closely with partners, suppliers, and event professionals to bring unique concepts to life, whether through artful table settings, immersive brand activations, or bespoke wedding experiences. Each event is treated not just as a booking, but as an opportunity to tell a story, blending modern sensibility with a deep appreciation for authenticity and place.
This philosophy extends beyond the walls of Lakehall. From intimate dinners to large-scale gatherings, every experience at Nena’s Sanctuary embodies thoughtful design and heartfelt service. It’s a space built to inspire connection, to pause, gather, and celebrate moments that matter most.
What began with Lakehall is now expanding into a holistic destination for leisure, dining, and inspiration. Within the same grounds, Rico’s Cafe welcomes guests to slow down and savor comforting dishes inspired by Filipino flavors, served in a warm and refined lakeside setting.
A Sanctuary Beyond Space
Together, Lakehall and Rico’s Cafe form more than a collection of spaces. Nena’s Sanctuary is a destination where celebration and stillness coexist, and where design, nature, and hospitality align. Every visit, every gathering, every shared meal becomes a moment that is not just hosted but remembered.
The vision for Nena’s Sanctuary continues to unfold into an ambitious omnichannel destination designed for lifestyle retail and leisure. Ultimately, Nena’s Sanctuary aims to become the nation’s foremost, fully-integrated Retail and Garden Center, providing an experience unlike any other.
All photos courtesy of Nena’s Sanctuary
Frequently Asked Questions
Nena’s Sanctuary is a leisure and events destination located within Sta. Elena Golf and Country Estate in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. It comprises Lakehall, an events venue with lakeside views, and Rico’s Cafe, a dining space serving Filipino-inspired dishes. The property is designed around the integration of contemporary architecture and natural surroundings.
Lakehall is the premier events venue within Nena’s Sanctuary, spanning over 1,800 square meters of purpose-designed space. It includes banquet halls, an outdoor courtyard, terraces overlooking the lake, gardens, bridal suites, and fully equipped kitchens. Lakehall is suited for weddings, corporate gatherings, and milestone celebrations, and operates its own in-house catering arm, Lakehall Banquet.
Lakehall accommodates a wide range of events including weddings, corporate gatherings, brand activations, and milestone celebrations. The venue offers both indoor and outdoor spaces with views of the lake, golf course, and gardens. Its in-house catering arm, Lakehall Banquet, supports bespoke event experiences in collaboration with partners, suppliers, and event professionals.
Rico’s Cafe is a dining destination within the Nena’s Sanctuary grounds, offering comforting dishes inspired by Filipino flavors in a warm, lakeside setting. It complements Lakehall’s events offering by providing a leisure and dining experience for guests visiting Sta. Elena Golf and Country Estate in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.
Nena’s Sanctuary is developing into a fully integrated omnichannel destination for lifestyle retail and leisure. The long-term vision is to establish it as the country’s foremost retail and garden center — a destination where celebration, dining, retail, and nature coexist within a cohesive, experience-driven environment in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.
