As the Raya season draws nearer, families all across Malaysia are getting ready to celebrate with family and friends. Road trips back to the kampung are likely on your plans, but if you’re looking for a short getaway with the family elsewhere, here are a few rumah kampung-like Airbnb accommodations that might suit your fancy.
1. Classic Malay House, Kuala Lumpur
Set in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the Classic Malay House is perfect for those who aren’t looking to travel too far out of the city. It comfortably accommodates two to four people on the ground floor, but you can also book the first floor, which the owners set on another listing. Turquoise beams, yellow walls, and old artefacts add to the home’s kampung ambience. The home is surrounded by a garden and ponds, giving it a serene and peaceful atmosphere. The host lives close by and is ready to assist guests with check-ins. A Malaysian breakfast can be included with your stay for an additional fee.
Address: 26, Jalan Datuk Keramat, Kampung Datuk Keramat, 54000 Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +6012 253 0132
2. Rumah Dusun @ Homestay Bukit Wang, Jitra, Kedah
If the idea of ‘balik kampung’ instantly reminds you of an orchard, this is the place for you. Rumah Dusun is a traditional Malay cabin built in an orchard. The natural surroundings allow for plenty of downtime; exploring nearby hills and refreshing dips in the stream at the top of Bukit Wang. There is a BBQ grill and outdoor kitchen on site where you can cook up your own meals as you enjoy the sounds of the forest.
Address: Lot 1347, Jalan Bukit Wang, Bukit Wang, Kampung Padang Panjang Hulu, 06000 Jitra, Kedah
Contact: +6011 5850 9585
3. Lenggong House, Gopeng, Perak
Bigger families should consider Lenggong House, a large traditional kampung house with a hint of contemporary interiors. The refurbished home is chic while retaining its old-school charms of a kampung house. The home exudes childhood nostalgia with panoramic views of the durian orchard, livestock, and a cooling stream you can swim in. There are pavilions to gather the family, opportunities to host cookouts, and durian buffets courtesy of the five-acre land and orchard. All guests can tour the gardens and river within the home’s property.
Address: Lot 32804, Jalan Besar, Kampung Lawan Kuda, 31600 Gopeng, Perak
Contact: +6017 552 1920
4. The Nipah Chalet, Tioman Island, Pahang
If your dream kampung home comes with its own beach, a trip to Tioman Island will be well worth it. This small property is suitable for up to two guests. Stay in a beachfront chalet with direct access to a secluded beach, perfect for a more private getaway with the family. The Nipah Chalet is surrounded by the lush greens of the jungle and could easily pass off as a local home. Wake up to the sound of the ocean waves, swim in the natural pool, or watch the sunset from the hammock on your chalet deck.
Address: Nipah Beach Resort, Kampung Nipah, 86800 Pulau Tioman, Pahang
Contact: +607 799 4287
5. The Dusky Leaf, Langkawi, Kedah
The Dusky Leaf is a modern A-frame roof house built in a village on Langkawi island. The property is surrounded by paddy fields with a view of Mount Machincang. Made to accommodate up to four guests, the home comes with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. A kitchen and dining space faces the living room, which opens onto the patio via large glass doors. The home is a great spot for those looking to unwind and enjoy a slower pace of life while embracing the picturesque kampung surroundings.
Address: No 1, Lot 179, Kampung Bukit Lembu, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
Contact: +6012 610 9500
6. Spyder Hill, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan
In the heart of the Berembun Forest Reserve, Spyder Hill is a unique find, built 300 meters above sea level. Consisting of two separate listings, the Spyder Room and the Boomerang Room, each room accommodates three guests. Take a trek in the jungle, have a picnic by the rushing stream, or simply take in the views of the forest from the open kitchen and dining area. The home itself is built using wooden beams, with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and an open deck that opens out into the trees, perfect for spotting birds and other animals in the forest. Antique furniture, batik tapestries, and starry iron gate grilles add to the kampung-esqe features of this traditional-inspired home.
Address: Pantai Hills Orchard Resort, Jalan Kampung Baru Pantai, 71770 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan
Contact: +6017 255 1862
7. Kebun Lisdtari Farmstay, Langkawi, Kedah
Yet another property to consider on Langkawi Island is Kebun Lisdtari Farmstay – a small wooden chalet that offers all the simple pleasures in life. The farm stay accommodation itself is not elaborate, offering basic needs for two guests. But the real treat of this chic abode is in allowing guests to participate in the daily activities of farm life, such as feeding the chickens, collecting free-range chicken eggs, picking fruits grown on the farm, as well as befriending the farm residents, including four dogs and six cats. Rent a scooter, take a tour of the property, and enjoy starlit nights while sitting around the fire pit.
Address: Lot 880, Kampung Sungai Itau, Lorong 1, Jalan Batas Ban, Mukim, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
Contact: +6017 755 3191
