House of Dakay
About
The oldest stone house in Batanes, and it's still standing proud! The House of Dakay was built in 1887 from lime and stone, with walls thick enough to shrug off typhoons and a heavy cogon roof. It's the classic Ivatan home you see on every Batanes postcard, sitting right by the road in Ivana. Snap your photo by the stone fence, then walk a few steps to the Honesty Coffee Shop!
- 15 to 30 minTime to spend
- Morning or late afternoon on a clear day.Best time to go
- FreeEntrance and budget
- A stop on the South Batan tour from Basco by van, tricycle or rented bike; it is on the national road in Ivana town.Getting there
What to do here
- Take your photo by the stone house and fence
- Learn how Ivatan homes are built for typhoons
- Walk over to the Honesty Coffee Shop
Know before you go
It is a private heritage home: ask before entering the yard and do not climb the walls.
Batanes weather turns fast: check typhoon advisories and flight status before your trip.
Roadside stop; tour vans park nearby.
No entrance fee confirmed; it is usually viewed from outside as a short tour stop.
Where it is
National Road, Radiwan, Ivana, Batanes
By commuteA stop on the South Batan tour from Basco by van, tricycle or rented bike; it is on the national road in Ivana town.
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FAQ
How old is the House of Dakay?
It was built in 1887 and is often called the oldest Ivatan stone house still standing.
What is it made of?
Lime and stone walls with a thick cogon grass roof, built to survive typhoons.
What is near the House of Dakay?
The Honesty Coffee Shop and Ivana Port are a short walk away in Ivana.