Riverside Retreat · Janda Baik

Where forest meets river, and stillness finds you.

A cluster of cozy rooms tucked into the highland forest of Janda Baik — just 50km from the city, and a whole world away from it.

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8Cozy Units
1Riverside Café
1Pool
1Open Hall
16Nature Spots
50kmFrom KLCC
Serenity, unhurried

A quiet clearing
beside the water.

Nestled in the lush forests of Janda Baik, KHAIIestate is an escape from the noise of the city. The soothing sound of the nearby river sets the pace here — slow, easy, and yours to keep.

Every room is built for comfort while keeping you close to the natural world outside your window. Wake to birdsong, spend the afternoon by the water, and end the night under a sky full of stars.


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Riverside dining pavilion beside the stream
Where forest meets river and serenity meets you.
Our Rooms · Four ways to stay

Choose your corner
of the forest.

From a snug double to a two-bedroom unit with its own living room, each stay is named for the feeling it's meant to give you.

Hening
Hening stillness

Family unit with 2 king-sized beds

◈ 2 King · Uphill View ♁ 4 guests (max 6)
FromRM 1,000 / night
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Leka
Leka unhurried

Two-Bedroom Unit with Living Room & Pantry

◈ 2 Queen · Uphill View ♁ 4 guests (max 6)
FromRM 1,500 / night
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Mimpi
Mimpi a dream

1 queen-size bed

◈ River View ♁ 2 guests (max 3)
FromRM 500 / night
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Senja
Senja dusk

1 king-sized bed

◈ 1 King · Uphill View ♁ 2 guests (max 3)
FromRM 550 / night
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Enjoy more · Ask for nothing

Everything the
retreat is made of.

River Access

Step straight down to the water for a picnic, a dip, or an afternoon of doing gloriously nothing.

Open Hall

A breezy communal hall for gatherings, retreats, and long unhurried meals with the whole group.

Swimming Pool

A quiet pool set among the greenery — cool mountain air and warm afternoon light.

Riverside Café

Start the morning with coffee by the water and a breakfast that's in no rush at all.

BBQ & Picnics

Fire up a barbecue by the river, or lay out a picnic on the bank as the light softens.

Star-gazing Nights

Far from city glow, the night sky opens up — bring a blanket and stay a while.

Free Wi-Fi

Connected when you need it, easy to forget when you don't. The choice stays yours.

16 Nature Spots

Trails, waterfalls, and quiet lookouts — the whole valley of Janda Baik on your doorstep.

The grounds · Explore more

Every corner of
the estate.

Pool glowing at dusk
Pool at dusk
Guests relaxing by the pool
Poolside, unhurried
Garden bench among the trees
A quiet bench
Guests taking in the mountain view
The mountain view
Outdoor deck seating in the forest
Deck among the trees
Guests gathered by the pool
Gathering by the pool
Pool deck overview
The pool deck
Evening lounge with warm lighting
Evening light
Guests dining under the pavilion at night
Dinner under the pavilion
Outdoor bathtub detail
A quiet soak
Guests gathered on the deck at sunset
Sunset on the deck
Guests · In their words

Many reasons they
came back.

★★★★★ 4.5/5 on Google
★★★★★

"We woke up to mist over the river every morning. The kids didn't touch a screen for two days — they were too busy by the water. That never happens."

N
Nadia & familyKuala Lumpur
★★★★★

"Cool highland air, the sound of the river all night, and a breakfast we were in no hurry to finish. An hour from the office, a world away from it."

A
Aiman R.Petaling Jaya
★★★★★

"Booked the Leka unit for our parents. Spacious, spotless, and the star-gazing at night was something my father still talks about. We'll be back."

S
Suzana L.Shah Alam
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A private homestay · Not a resort

A slow escape, kept simple.

KHAIIestate is a family-run homestay, not a full-service hotel or resort — expect warm, personal care rather than a front desk and room service, in a quiet setting built for rest.

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Getting here

An hour from
the city.

Find us

AddressLot 8594, Lorong Datuk Panglima, Kg. Sungai Kuali, Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang.
From KL≈ 50 km · about 1 hour's drive via Karak Highway.
Check-in3:00 PM  ·  Check-out 12:00 PM
Contact019-986 5535 · khaiiestate.jbaik@gmail.com
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Good to know

Questions,
answered.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 noon. Early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be arranged — just ask us on WhatsApp ahead of your stay.

Yes. With 8 rooms across the property, KHAIIestate is ideal for family gatherings, small retreats, and group getaways. Message us for a whole-estate quote and available dates.

The river is shallow and gentle in the retreat's stretch, but water levels can rise after heavy rain. We always recommend adult supervision for children by the water.

Our riverside café serves breakfast to start the day right. Package inclusions vary by room and season — details are confirmed when you book.

We're about an hour from Kuala Lumpur via the Karak Highway, then into Janda Baik. Use the Google Maps or Waze links above — the final stretch is a village road, so drive gently.

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