Can I cook for a large group?

Kitchen equipment is minimal: only a rice cooker and small pot. The owner advises bringing larger pots and pans if cooking for more than four people. A mini fridge is available.

Is the pool safe and clean?

The pool is private and fenced with toys and floats, appealing to children. However, some guests report it became green, smelly, and contained hair and sand during their stay, causing itchy skin reactions.

What are your house rules on damage charges and cancellations?

One guest was charged over RM500 for kitchen fire damage after a fire incident (damage limited to paint, blinds, and curtains). Another booking was cancelled last-minute despite payment. Confirm policies directly with the owner before booking.

Homestay my tiny home penang

Updated 2026-08-26 · 8,317 reviewed · 5,086 listed · Scored from 8 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.5(8) 57 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

Beachfront & Island HomestayHomestay

Google-verified8 Google reviews

Services: Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay
Reviews: 8

What recent reviews say

Repeat family visitors praise the private pool, modern design, and value. Rooms are clean with air conditioning, two bathrooms, and BBQ gear on hand. Pool toys and fencing appeal to kids. The owner is easy to reach and accommodating for Muslim guests. However, several guests report the pool became green and smelly mid-stay. Kitchen equipment is minimal (rice cooker, small pot only) for groups larger than four. Two serious concerns: one guest faced a fire incident with no extinguisher provided and was charged over RM500 for damage; another had their paid booking cancelled without notice.

Praised for

private pool with toys
clean and spacious
affordable price
family-friendly setup
friendly and responsive host

Watch-outs

pool maintenance neglected
incomplete kitchen equipment
last-minute cancellations
excessive damage charges
no safety provisions (fire extinguisher)

spaciousclean-roomsresponsive-hostgood-for-familiescomfortable-bedsvalue-for-moneypoor-maintenanceprivacy

Best for: Small families planning a short poolside getaway with young children.

Think twice if: Pool maintenance and kitchen capacity are inconsistent; safety standards (fire prevention) may not meet your needs. Confirm cancellation and damage policies before booking.

Strengths

Private fenced pool with toys and floats
Two en-suite bedrooms with modern design
BBQ equipment and outdoor dining space
Strategic location close to food and shops

Worth knowing

Two bedrooms: one queen, one bunk (suitable for children)
Kitchen limited to rice cooker and small pot; mini fridge present
Private pool with water toys, floats, and bicycle buoy
Qibla direction and prayer mat provided for Muslim guests
BBQ equipment, microwave, and chiller on-site
Owner offers tents on request
One fire incident reported; no fire extinguisher was available in the unit
Damage charge of RM500+ disputed after kitchen fire

What reviews say by service

Family & Large Group Homestay: Praised by repeat guests for pool, toys, and two bathrooms; one guest reported last-minute cancellation and excessive damage charges after fire incident.
Private Pool Villa Homestay: Private fenced pool with floats draws families; poor maintenance (green, smelly water and debris) undermines experience.

How it compares

Rated 3.5 against a 4.51 average across the 3860 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 59% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score

Star rating 51

Review volume 41

Review recency 94

Review sentiment 48

Profile completeness 75

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Common questions

Can I cook for a large group?: Kitchen equipment is minimal: only a rice cooker and small pot. The owner advises bringing larger pots and pans if cooking for more than four people. A mini fridge is available.
Is the pool safe and clean?: The pool is private and fenced with toys and floats, appealing to children. However, some guests report it became green, smelly, and contained hair and sand during their stay, causing itchy skin reactions.
What are your house rules on damage charges and cancellations?: One guest was charged over RM500 for kitchen fire damage after a fire incident (damage limited to paint, blinds, and curtains). Another booking was cancelled last-minute despite payment. Confirm policies directly with the owner before booking.

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