Kota Belud is home to this villa. Rumah Terbalik is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shangri-la Rasa Ria Nature Reserve and Pandan Pandan Island.
Desa Impian Rikaraya Fishing Park & Restaurant - 17 min drive
Seri Dewi Malam Restaurant - 29 min drive
KB Delight Cafe - 28 min drive
About this property
A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea
Welcome to "The Retreat @ Koduko Sanctuary", a serene haven nestled within the vibrant Koduko Sanctuary.
The Retreat @ Koduko Sanctuary features 3 bedrooms, each offering stunning sea views and sunset vistas. With 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with 2 hot water showers, the house has a maximum occupancy of 10 guests, ideal for various group configurations, whether it be couples, families, or friends sharing the space.
You will enjoy the entire house, with amenities including breakfast supplies: - Blue (Master) Bedroom - 1 king bed with mosquito nets and ensuite bathroom – - Yellow Bedroom – 2 queen beds with mosquito nets and shared WC/Bathroom – - Orange Bedroom - 1 king bed with mosquito nets and shared WC/Bathroom – - In addition, a sofa king size bed is available in the living/dining room – Can accommodate 1 couple.
Please note that The Retreat @ Koduko Sanctuary operates as a self-catering guest house and is not a full-service hotel or resort. While our kitchen is well stocked with all cooking utensils and equipment and the basics - oil, coffee, spices, pasta, or rice-, before driving you to the villa, our driver will bring you to a grocery store in Kota Kinabalu where you’ll have most of choice of western products and drinks.
“Koduko Sanctuary” is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beach and nature, and activities are plentiful: - beachcombing - nature walks. - water sports We have masks, fins, snorkels, and life jackets of different sizes + inflatable kayak and paddleboard that you can use to enjoy our secluded beaches.
PRIVATE BEACHES: North Beach - This beach is the one just below the house, but the 1km walk can take 20 minutes as you have to follow a steep road down as the hill, but this beach has road access, the Caretakers can drive you down. The sand is nice here and the north side of the bay has a nice shallow reef that is great for snorkeling when the ocean is flat. We love this beach.
South Beach - From the corner of our estate, there is a trail that will bring you to South Beach. The trail takes less than 10 minutes, and the last 100 meters is steep getting down to the beach. This beach is beautiful and the largest, and you will never see another soul at this beach as there is no road access, and the only trail leads from our “Koduko Sanctuary”. Both beaches are great to pack snacks, drinks, and lunch and head down for a beach day on the South China Sea. It is truly incredible to have such a beautiful beach private for our guests.
Diving / Snorkeling - For diving enthusiasts, our neighbors at Bigfin Divers Beach Resort are just a short journey away, involving a 10-minute off-road drive or a forest walk.
If you are interested, we can assist with helping you book this, and they may even pick you up from the beach.
Walking -
Behind our land, there is a small rubber plantation that has a great ridge road for morning / afternoon walks that deliver beautiful views of the coastline, colorful birds as you walk the dirt tracks on the forest edge. There is a great loop trail that bring you around the rim of the valley, and then down to the small village before coming back up the hill to the house. This is 4km in total and is has some beautiful ocean views of Usukan Bay.
Birds and wildlife -
Birds and animals are common around the house. At night, you will hear barred eagle-owls, large-tailed nightjars, and sunda scops owls singing from the forest. Primates can be seen around the forest edge. The 2 primates that you see during the day are long-tailed macaques and silver leaf langurs. Nocturnal animals include civets, western tarsier, slow loris, and more. There are many wild fig trees in the forest around the house, and when these are fruiting, they attract an array of green pigeons, barbets, malkohas, and more. Early mornings are spectacular for birdwatching along the forest edge.
Indoor activities: Connectivity: There is good phone signal at the house. If you go down to the beach, there is no signal.
Highspeed WIFI is available in the house. The network is Starlink and there is no password to connect.
Card games and books are available if the rain is too heavy to enjoy outdoors activities.
Please note that there is no phone signal on the beaches.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1
Frequently asked questions
Is A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea?
As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea on 13 Apr 2026 start from AU$537, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea located?
Situated in Kota Belud, this villa is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Pandan Pandan Island and within 12 miles (20 km) of Majlis Daerah Kota Belud and Tamu Kota Belud. Shangri-la Rasa Ria Nature Reserve and Rumah Terbalik are also within 25 miles (40 km).
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