Nathan Low Foon
Google
This review is relevant for persons interested in using the North Deck Cabin accommodations (December 2021 stay) and not the event space. I include the period because the conditions may differ at a different time/season, and year to year.
Booked via WhatsApp rather than AirBnB. Interactions with Wendy were very pleasant. Very responsive and handled any and all questions we had. Online banking transfers are accepted so you have options outside of a credit card or going to bank, especially during the pandemic.
The Cabins are beautifully done, well furnished, and maintained. A nice mix of rustic and modern design but keeping in mind the practicality that is needed for the use case and the biome. The full folding/sliding door to open up the unit during the day are brilliant. We were able to keep the doors open all day without need for the AC or fan. It was almost always cool and breezy. Insects and other creatures weren't an issue for us. Of course the view is amazing and so serene.
Jaison, the groundsman/caretaker, was also very polite and pleasant to interact with. The facility feels secure and the cabin was well cleaned before our check-in. Customer service overall was excellent.
I however wasn't aware that the exotic species that are the leaf blower and weed wacker were so common here. Jokes aside, understand that it is a forested area and in order to efficiently maintain the facility and the others like it close by, equipment like that is needed. In the very least, it starts around 9am so you can still sleep in a little but it felt like it went on for a lot of the day.
NOTE: there is another facility/spot close by that seems to be for outdoor liming that had music playing loudly and constantly during the day and into the evening. That was disruptive to our experience. While tolerable, it detracted from the experience.
Our first night we actually lost electricity around 7pm which appeared to be caused by a lightning strike but because of the rain, the cabin maintained a very cool and comfortable temperature during the down time. Given the location and rainy conditions, T&TEC responded within 2-3 hours which was impressive. A bonus was that the WiFi and some lights/outlets are still functional because of a backup power supply so the pedestal fan can still be used. Do note however that if all cabins are occupied, internet experience may not be smooth.
Had it not been for the noise and music I would have given 5 stars. Overall, it was a great experience. Definitely a place to go for a getaway and change of pace/scenery.
