Host was very communicative and helpful before, during, and after the trip offering lots of recommendations for activities and answering any questions we had. The house itself is better than expected! Beautiful view, lots of space, and very peaceful. The property caretakers were very kind and made a delicious nasi lemak breakfast for everyone in the morning!

Justine Malaizija

It was my 3rd visit to Rest. Pause. Rainforest Retreat. It was still as fantastic an experience as the first time I visited. The host, Dorena managed all communication really well. The home still had a homey, quaint feeling to it. Though old, the home was pleasantly clean. You can tell that there are efforts to continue refurbishing the place in little ways, and that the place is cleaned where possible. The BBQ fire was set up for us. There was Astro with an almost complete selection of channels (so I could cry over Manchester United losing to Crystal Palace). The beds were comfy and the blankets were thick (I've stayed in places with thin blankets that barely provided any cover). It rained the afternoon we stayed, so if you opened the window at night, it would have been quite cooling, no air cond necessary. Breakfast was pleasant, we had nasi lemak. The rice was fragrant and loved by my colleagues. Personally, was more a fan of the sambal which others found a tad bit spicy.

Win Malaizija

Everything! The place, the facilities, the breakfast, thoughtful & friendly Dorena, helpful & nice caretakers. I love everything. Will surely come again.

Anis Malaizija

The place is so peaceful. Just amazing to be surrounded by greenery. Host was responsive and attentive throughout our stay. Bawi was also easily accessible in case we needed anything. The pictures don't do the place justice.

Marina Malaizija

Everything! The place and its surrounding...amazing. Caretakers are very helpful, accommodating and friendly.

Rasidah Malaizija

1. The staff is friendly (Bawi) 2. Property as in picture 3. There’s a river down stream 4. Abundance of games and books

Syahirah Malaizija

A perfect getaway from the city. Can’t think of a better environment to jam on our Ukuleles and strum our cares away. We had about half an acre of natural forest and a brooke with a small waterfall all to ourselves. The best part was having breakfast at the verandah overlooking the luscious greens and beautiful landscape while enjoying the birds’ songs…am still dreaming of this beautiful sanctuary in my sleep.🤩 Last but not least, a Big Thank You to our professional Host, Dorena and her caring staff, Bawi and his mum!😍

Sue Malaizija

The breakfast was good as both days the dishes served were different. The surrounding particularly the view from the balcony was fantastic (quiet, lots of green).

Suit Malaizija

The retreat is very quiet with sound of birds chirping and water running down the cascading rocks at the stream. It is very calming. Bawi, the caretaker is a bonus. He is jovial & friendly, on top of he is a good handyman around. We had a great time

Chung Malaizija

Absolutely love our 1 night stay here. Thanks for the helpful & friendly caretaker bawi, helping to set up the bbq dinner & preparing the big breakfast for us. The weather is cooling & windy in the evening. Hmm.. Just the cleanliness of bathroom can be improved. Thanks for the wonderful host, Ms Dorena. Would definitely recommend this homestay to anyone who visit janda baik.

Chua Malaizija