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Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 6 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Exclusive, Private & Stunning Beach Front Villa with Unique Natural Rock Pool - Poseidon House is a luxurious beach villa set in a beautiful and natural tropical garden, nestled on a secluded white-sandy beach in exotic North Borneo on the picturesque north coast of Sabah, Malaysia, near the famous tip of Borneo. The house is atop of a 26 meter high rock outcrop with outstanding views of the Tun Mustapha Marine Park through the 60 foot sliding glass wall. It encompasses 35 offshore islands, coral atolls and crescent beach below. The house is enclosed in an exclusive and secluded 3.2 acre plot.
Poseidon House gives a true feeling that you are living in tropical Borneo with bejewelled butterflies, exotic birds, colourfully decorated insects, mischievous squirrels and all sorts of tropical flora and fauna. The House is the epitome of a pure relaxing all in one hideaway with no urban pollution, noise or attitude. It is Borneo at its very best in luxurious relaxation!
Aerial View of Poseidon House sits on top of 3.2 acres extending into The Crystal Clear South China
Sunset's Lounge
Sunset Suite
Sunset by the pool
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The Sabah region
Borneo is full of adventure-Mountain Climbing, Rafting, Botanical, Zoological Gardens, World Class SCUBA diving and excellent shopping.
Kudat is near the Tip of Borneo, which is the confluence of the South China and Sulu sea and an area known as the Coral triangle-the most bio diverse ocean region in the world.
Close to the rest of Asia, Singapore, Taiwan, Philippines, Hong Kong and China. There is a brand new International Airport in Kota Kinabalu that will be operational this year, KK is becoming a boom town large shopping malls opening in 2008/2009 in KK.
The town was founded by A H Everett of the British North Borneo Company on December 7, 1881 to be the first capital of British North Borneo, due to its strategic geographic location. However, after being repeatedly raided by Bajau, Sulu and Illanun pirates, in 1883 the capital was shifted to the more secure port of Sandakan, on the east coast.
Borneo is a year round destination with temperatures rarely ever falling below 30º March - November are generally the optimum months to enjoy the most sunshine as December - February can be variable. However, a day without any sunshine is rare. The Northeast Monsoon occurs from November till January bringing stormy weather and rainfall. For February till April, the weather becomes relatively dry as a result of dry winds coming from the Pacific Ocean. The annual typhoon season that sweeps towards the Philippines do not affect Sabah that is directly below it, giving it the popular name as ‘Land Below the Wind’. Mount Kinabalu in Sabah has the coldest temperatures and is a popular tourist destination.
Kudat area
Kudat also has a Marina, lots of international yachts come in here from all over the world and a 18 hole golf course in the village (less than 8 GB pounds (RM 44) a month for 7 days a week golf)
Its not uncommon to see turtles off the beaches in Kudat.
Kudat is well known for it's fresh seafood, local restaurants cook beautiful Chinese, Malay and Indian food. Sea food are plentiful and very cheap. Good Chinese restaurant in the Golf club & in town. KFC is the only fast food outlet in town.
Places to visit : The famous Tip of Borneo, Rungus Long Houses, Sekuati Market, Gong and Honey Making villages, beaches and hill walking. There are 35+ off shore islands and atolls, trips can be arranged.
How to get there
BORNEO is very easily reached from most parts of the globe!
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is only five minutes drive from Down Town Kota Kinabalu (KK) and it's 2.5 hrs drive to Poseidon House in Kudat.
Once in KK airport, we can arrange a rental car for you or taxi is easily available.
Sabah's capital, Kota Kinabalu, enjoys great air links with most of Asia's major cities and six international airlines fly directly into KK Airport.
The airport is currently building two brand new terminals and extending the runway to allow long haul jets to land in this tropical paradise.
KK has direct flights from Singapore, Brunei, Bangkok, Soul, Tokyo, Manila, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Shanghai plus many other Chinese Cities.
Kota Kinabalu is an ever expanding hub for Air Asia and their cheap flights are available directly from Manila, Bangkok, Jakarta, Penang, Singapore (JB) Kuala Lumpur, Macau and Kuching.
Kuala Lumpur's spectacular International Airport is Malaysia’s gateway to the rest of the world.
Malaysia Airlines have been highly supportive in the development of Borneo Biking Adventures and are our preferred and highly recommended airline.
For our European guests, Malaysia Airlines have non stop flights to Kuala Lumpur and on to Kota Kinabalu from London, Paris, Stockholm, Amsterdam, Zurich, Frankfurt and Vienna.
Riders from Australia can fly from Perth, Adelaide, Sydney and Brisbane.
Royal Brunei Airlines is often a good option, also try Singapore Airlines.
Our exclusive UK Travel Agent for our all inclusive Borneo Biking Adventures is “Touchdown”.
www.touchdown.co.uk
Other websites for different airlines:
http://www.bruneiair.com/
http://www.airasia.com/
http://www.malaysiaairlines.com/
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Kota Kinabalu International Airport: 190 km
Activities near Kudat
Sports: Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property, Sea view
General:
Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Telephone, Fax, Satellite TV
Double beds (4), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 10, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The house itself is spacious, bright and airy, fully air conditioned with ceiling fans, and panoramic decks. Every room is lit by large, glass picture windows to make the most of the views out to sea.
It also has a great outdoor entertainment deck and barbecue, gourmet kitchen, elegant dining room, a lounge with satellite TV and surround sound stereo. There is a shady pool pavilion for quiet reflection, reading or a quiet drink. At night, the pavilion can be turned into a tropical sleep experience, with the warm sea and its waves gentle lapping on the beach below, lulling one to sleep, a feeling of tranquillity and peace abound, as sea breezes drift across the estate. The 40 foot long natural rock swimming pool is the only one of its kind in Malaysia, with its infinity edge, serves to cool guests after a long day beach activities or local shopping.
Further details outdoors: The tropical rainforest garden stretches down to the private beach 80 feet below. Follow the flower lined winding path and you will find the front garden is at the centre of one of the most diverse coral reef ecosystems in the world! With miles of pristine white sand to call your own, your only companions will be local fishermen casting their nets into the azure blue waters as generations before. You can walk the beaches to find shells or perhaps jog to the end of the mile long bay or just slip on your fins and mask and take a few strokes out to the stunning coral reef. Simply snorkelling will reveal a bewildering array of dazzling tropical fish, the occasional lobster and marine life as you would see in any diving magazine. If you are lucky you may see turtles graze near the shore or laying eggs along the 2 kilometre wide beach in front of the house. The boat house houses kayaks for you to explore the nearby deserted beaches.
The house is situated on a beautiful and serene beach on the northern coast of Sabah, Borneo. It is 7 minutes from the local airport, 12 minutes from the golf course, and 15 minutes from the town of Kudat. Stunning, unspoiled, natural beaches abound offering beautiful walks along the quiet and romantic beaches fringed with coconut trees and blue sea. Many local restaurants can be found in Kudat town, from local Chinese, Malay and Indian cuisine to International 3 star fare.
Further details
•First 6 persons are included in the rate, thereafter a £30.00 per person per day. Children under 4 £15.00 •A deposit of 25% of the total stay price is required upon booking. Please note: 1st come with deposit 1st serve •Full payment is required 30 days prior to arrival plus the 50% damage deposit •Cancellation within 30 days of your stay will incur a loss of deposit •Cancellation between 14-30 days of your stay will result in 50% of rental price •Cancellation within 14 days of your stay will result in full payment •Damage deposit is 50% of the total stay •The damage deposit will be returned in full if there is no damage done to the property and no missing items •A minimum of 1 week per stay •Special rate for long term i.e. 3 months and above is available upon request •Meals are not included in the rates •Smoking is not permitted inside the House •We regret family pets and animals are not invited
Conditions
•Payment through on-line banking and wire transfer •All local calls in Kudat are free of charge. Please note: Sim cards and phone cards can be easily purchase anywhere in KK or Kudat •All long distance calls and calls to mobile will be chargeable at 100% or free when using a phone card •Internet at a small fee •Car & driver, laundry and full maid services can be arranged at extra cost, full maid service include simply cooking if required •Local guided tours also available at extra cost, i.e.. Tip Of Borneo, Long House and other beaches •We recommend that you arrange your own travel insurance prior to your stay •Poseidon House accepts no responsibility for any loss/damage or injury to any guests, families and friends or their properties •A special rate for honeymoon couple available upon request (not applicable during promotion) •Rates for wedding photo shooting and family portrait available upon request •Rates for special occasions and functions also available upon request •Due to exchange rate, the rental rate may change without notice
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Preferred payment method 25% deposit and balance 3 weeks prior to arrival. Inter Bank Transfer.
Meals can be prepared or delivered to the home by special arrangement.
Daily maid clean up and gardening services are included.
Guestbook for Poseidon House
5/5Resent stay G.P Wgtn New Zealand Review Submitted: June 9, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009 Staying here was one of the highlights of our trip. such a pleasure to be in such a fantastic setting. Many thanks Recommended for: Age 55+, Families with Teenagers, Sightseeing
5/5PEACEFUL AND BEAUTIFUL VILLA Nawel PARIS FRANCE Review Submitted: June 9, 2009 Date of Stay: February 2009 WE SPEND 2 WONDERFUL WEEK AT POSEIDON HOUSE; IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A QUITE AND PEACEFULL PLACE ITS THE IDEAL PLACE; YOU WILL ENJOY THE TOTAL PRIVACY; THE STAFF OF THE HOUSE WERE VERY NICE AND HELPFUL! THE CONTACT WITH THE OWNER IS VERY FRIENDLY; PICTURES OF THE HOUSE ON THE WEB SITE ARE BEAUTIFUL BUT THE REALLITY IS VERY MORE BEAUTIFUL!!! THE BEACH IS PERFECT TO ENJOY SWIMMIING AND SNORKELING; TO CONCLUDE WE WOULD LOVE TO COME BACK AGAIN!!!!! Recommended for: Age 55+, Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Adventure Seekers
5/5Wonderful and Very Easy happyhugh Melbourne, Australia Review Submitted: June 1, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009 Everything about our stay at Poseidon House was wonderful. From the beginning when we made our first enquiry the level of support and information provided was of the highest quality. The booking process was easy and payment terms were very reasonable and flexible. The information provided by the owners about the house and the region was great and really helpful to help us plan and get excited. This included detailed and accurate directions from some of Borneos large towns.
On arrival the house was everything we had hoped it would be and was exactly what we had seen in the photos. It was beautifully presented and perfectly ready for our arrival.
The staff at the house were amazingly helpful and frankly made the stay as wonderful as it was. They provided great service and were very ameniable to our requirments, They also were wonderful guides and sensational cooks!
The town of Kudat itself is fairly simple but had everything one could need only a short drive away and with a house this nice why would you want to leave?!
We highly recommend Posiedon House for your stay in the region. It really is as wonderful as it looks and provides that touch of luxury we were after. Recommended for: Age 55+, Romantic Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Girls Getaway, Adventure Seekers --------------------------------------------------------------- 5/5A little gem called Poseidon House Becsen Melbourne, Australia Review Submitted: June 1, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009 We spent 4 days in the Poseidon House and would have loved to stay longer. We were five adults and a two year old and had the best time. Everything was absolutely perfect, from the introduction by the owner over phone, email and skype, to the setting and the house itself, the cleanliness and the staff.
The house is just stunning and the photos really does not do it justice. And the maid deserves a special mention, she is just fabulous and her cooking is brilliant.
We would love to come back! Recommended for: Age 55+, Romantic Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Girls Getaway, Adventure Seekers -------------------------------------------------------------- 5/5Perfect Place to Get Away from it All Visitors from KL Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Review Submitted: May 14, 2009 Date of Stay: March 2009 We stayed at Poseidon House during our children's (ages 13, 11, and 9) spring break week, and we all absolutely loved it!
The drive from Kota Kinabalu is about 2.5 hours, and the kids were getting a little antsy by the time we got to Kudat. But as soon as we got to Poseidon House, their restlessness changed into sheer excitement. The house and grounds are so exotic and beautiful, the setting is just picture-postcard perfect, and the accommodations are absolutely first-class. We were all captivated from the minute we arrived.
The amazing thing about Poseidon House is that it is even lovelier than the photos on the website would suggest! And the photos make it look pretty nice. We were a little worried that the actual house wouldn't quite compare with the images on the website, but that was not a problem at all. The furnishings and decor are all extremely tasteful and well done.
Then there is the pool! It is much bigger and even nicer than we thought, based on the photos. It was almost impossible for us to get our kids out of the pool -- they were completely enchanted by it. You really have to experience the setting to appreciate how amazing the house and pool are.
On top of that, you have a kilometer or so of what is essentially a private beach at your disposal. The beach is perfect for collecting shells (hundreds of them!), swimming, snorkeling, checking out the critters in the tide pools, etc. We had a bit of stormy weather during our stay, and the wind and waves stirred up quite a bit of sand and silt that clouded the water. But on the calm days, the water was crystal clear and visibility was excellent.
The town of Kudat is definitely not a major vacation destination. However, it has all the necessities, and as the website suggests, we enjoyed driving into town and going to the fish market to pick out our dinner. Everyone was quite friendly and helpful. If you're looking for a place to really get far away from the hustle and bustle of your daily life, Poseidon House and Kudat are ideal.
Perhaps the best part of Poseidon House, though, is how friendly and helpful the owners are. They offered helpful, accurate advice about literally every part of our trip. They went out of their way to make our trip convenient and worry-free. It was one of the best vacations we have ever had, and we can't wait to go back again! Recommended for: Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Girls Getaway ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5/5Superb! yy washington, dc Review Submitted: February 27, 2009 Date of Stay: January 2009 We had a truly wonderful time. Website pictures and description provide excellent overview. We will return!
Kudat, Tip Borneo 5/5 Vyacheslav Russia, Moscow. Date Submitted: February 10, 2009 Date of Stay: January 2009 All is excellent! The magnificent house. Excellent rest. Careful owners! Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway ---------------------------------------------------------
Bond's retreat 5/5 Ian's Borneo Hampshire, United Kingdom. Date Submitted: December 04, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2007 Like something from a James Bond scene Poseidon's House erupts out of the rock promontory that it sits on. I can almost see Ian Fleming sitting on the large veranda, overlooking a tropical beach ocean view that would challenge any wide angle lense, penning his latest Bond novel.
I've stayed here twice when traveling with Borneo Biking Adventures. I remember my first impression of entering through the gate and up the drive through the landscaped surroundings up to the house and then out onto the veranda. After a long day riding to sit outside and stare out over the beautiful view was truly intoxicating.
The house itself is a beautiful setting for relaxing and exploring the area around Kudat and beyond. The property is immaculately turned out. My bedroom suite in particular was fantastic with the rock that the house is built on providing one wall to the suite, which added character to the rooms and makes it truly unique. I could have happily stayed there much longer.
The property doesn't stop with the landscaped grounds, beautiful house and pool area but extends down to a private beach and reef. This fantastic opportunity to snorkel completely undisturbed for hours simply adds to the feeling that the property is like something out of a Bond movie.
The sense of privacy and the luxurious surroundings make this a truly stunning place to stay. Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway, People with Disabilities, Girls Getaway, Pet-friendly ----------------------------------------
A great hideaway! 5/5 Bic Sabah, Malaysia. Date Submitted: September 29, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2008 I have stayed at Poseidon House house a number of times but recently stayed in May with my sister and a girl friend. We had a great time relaxing, Swimming, snorkeling and chilling on the beach. It's a beautiful place with a lovely setting, everything any person could want in a great hideaway with no one around. Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children ----------------------------------------------------
Snorkeling on the reef. 4/5 Termite Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. Date Submitted: September 26, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2008 Swam out to the reef from the private beech last week. Stunning, lots of new coral growth, young giant clams, amazing variety of tropical fish. I am a family friend, so not unbiased but this is truly a lovely place. If you are looking for some were really special, Poseidon's Lodge is that. Not suitable for small children, those with disabilities or without a car but is most suitable for self reliant adventure seekers who want the best. Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children ------------------------------------------------
Solitude in the lap of luxury 5/5 Simple Simon Kota Kinabalu. Date Submitted: September 23, 2008 Date of Stay: March 2008 Ray and Fran's Kudat Beach house is more than a perfect holiday rental residence. The house and pool exude luxuriance and are nestled in a well manicured and perfect setting looking out onto the blue waters of the Kudat Bay. Our stay was just amazing, the hospitality beyond our expectations and the peace and quiet just what the doctor ordered! Go on spoil yourself you wont regret it! Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Romantic Getaway, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children -------------------------------------------------
A stunning place to stay! 5/5 Turtle Nick Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Date Submitted: September 18, 2008 Date of Stay: March 2007 This has got to be one of the most idyllic settings for a getaway one could dream of. A vast balcomy overlooking the South China Sea, swimming in the ocean down off the private beach, or soaking in the infinity pool watching the sunset.
The house is simply stunning: Built on a rock precipice, it overlooks the beach and ocean and has the most striking architecture. Foundations embedded in sheer granite, a pool cupped between natural rock formations, and an expansive garden.
The place is remote and secluded, with a privacy gate far from the villa, and the maid is equally unbtrusive. A perfect getaway or place to simply relay away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Recommended for: Age 55+, Romantic Getaway ------------------------------------------------------
Perfect place to relax away from it all 5/5 Clanmacq Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. Date Submitted: September 18, 2008 Date of Stay: March 2008 Poseidon House is a stunning villa whose three floors are built around and on top of a large rocky outcrop with commanding views over the sea. In the two bedrooms on the lower levels the sandstone rock actually forms some of the interior walls, giving the rooms real character. We stayed in the Sunset room, a beautiful and extremely spacious en suite room with windows on three sides and dramatic views down the side of the rock to the rainforest below.
Although the house is only a 10 minute drive from Kudat town it is nevertheless set away from any other houses completely on its own down a private drive with its own beach frontage. It's amazingly peaceful. The only sound of civilisation we heard during our stay was the put-put of the small fishing boats coming out at dusk for a night's fishing. The house complements the peace of the location with a very relaxed atmosphere inside. The vast living area on the main floor has floor to ceiling french windows that slide open to create the impression of being outside but still sheltered from the heat of the sun. Everything is furnished and decorated to a very high standard in neutral colours that really suited our European tastes.
One of the highlights was the exotic swimming pool, formed from a natural hollow in the rock - it's a pool with a difference, which we really enjoyed. A short walk down some steps at the bottom of the garden leads to a very nice, and completely deserted, beach of white coral sand. There is a coral reef just offshore that is suitable for snorkelling, but having been used to the largely undamaged reefs in the marine park near Kota Kinabalu we were disappointed at the amount of damage to this reef caused by fishing.
It's a place that lends itself to just chilling out - which suited us fine. There isn't a great deal to do in Kudat. Eating out is cheap but fairly basic and the supermarket has a fairly limited range - we would suggest bringing any luxury food items with you. Further along the coast there are some truly stunning beaches near the Tip of Borneo.
Next to the house is the living quarters of the house staff. We enjoyed the luxury of having the rooms made up and cleaned each day. Sabah the caretaker was always willing to help and we got by with my smattering of Malaysian and his smattering of English!
Overall we would recommend this villa to those who want to experience the natural beauty of North Borneo and who really want to relax in style. Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway ----------------------------------------------------------
Absolutely breathtaking! 5/5 Poppins Cheltenham, UK. Date Submitted: September 17, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008 I stayed at the Beach Villa a few weeks ago and was stunned by the beauty of not only the house but also the surrounding area. It was the perfect holiday where my husband and I could be on our own but stay in complete luxury and feel looked after.
The house is amazing and huge! The swimming pool has been built around the natural rock and has a view of the sea and the beach.
The beach feels private and is very clean, I would recommend this holiday to anyone! Recommended for: Families with Teenagers, Age 55+, Romantic Getaway, Girls Getaway, Pet-friendly, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children
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