Note to all visitors of this establishment: point your map into "Mutiara Balige Hotel" instead of to this place, because you actually need to cross the lake on a boat from the pier behind Mutiara Balige Hotel to get here; the place is not accessible by land transport as it's situated right behind a hill. The boat cost is already included, no additional charge. I actually didn't do much research prior to visiting here, in my mind, I only intended to stay somewhere cheap in Balige for 2 nights. Fortunately, when browsing accross Balige accomodatiom with good reviews, I "found" this place. To my surprise, the place is a really nice lakeside vacation home. I ordered dorm room but got a free "upgrade" into a standard budget room, which is a small bedroom behind the other main room (not listed in the app). Though small, and without private bathroom, with the price I paid, it is really really worth the price. I was picked up from Mutiara hotel pier by their staff via a small fast boat, which only take around ±15 minutes into the place. But when I checked out, I was taken via a wooden boat which is larger but slower, which takes me around ± 30 mins to get to Mutiara Hotel pier. When I got here, I was welcomed with markisa (passion fruit) juice harvested right from the place. It was really fresh and nice. I really love that I can actually swim into a lake here, or just paddling around on a canoe. The establishment also have a tree house on its land, which takes around 5-10 minute hike from the accomodation. The owners and staff are all really nice and kind. They got many cute dogs there too. The food also is good & reasonably priced. The highlight was the freshwater little lobster obtained direcly from the lake. The pillows & blanket deserve a honorary mention. So fluffy & soft!

Not a major problem for me personally, but could be an issue to other people: They have like 5+ dogs here and unfortunately, all, while not agressive, are quite wary to strangers. The owners and staff do their best to contain them esp. The barkiest one but still. They don't attack or bite, but just really bark-y and yappy. In the public bathroom at least, they don't have warm water but only cold one. The water pressure is also not too strong. During my 2 night stay, I don't think the bathroom get cleaned since the trashcan are not emptied. It's not a problem since the bathroom is clean anyways but it would be nicer to have the bathroom & trashcans in it cleaned daily.

You cannot fault the place. Even the minor discomforts are forgotten as you take in the majesty of the view. Read the other reviews... they are all spot on. This place is very very special. If you're lucky, you'll experience a storm over Toba.

There's a few very minor things. It gets a lot of mosquitoes/nyamuk. A few mosquito repellent coils on each night around the eating area would be awesome.

This place is a magnificent sanctuary, located in the midst of unbelievable beautiful scenery of the majestic lake Toba, if you wish to heal your weary soul, this is the place. The food is also deliciously and freshly made, I think you must try Lobster with padang sauce, it was great. The room was spotlessly clean and the staffs are so very helpful and friendly.

I did not stay here long enough. I shall come back here, and stay for at least two nights.

I like the amazing view, clean water, beautiful place, hospitality. I enjoy exclusive shuttle boat to go in and out of the place

We only stay for one night. I wish we stay longer.

Beautiful location overlooking peaceful fragment of Lake Toba. Far from other facilities.

Poor bathroom standard for the price.

The place is super great and the owner are warm and friendly. Was staying with my parents and we all really enjoy all the activity provided: riding the boat to the place, hiking to tree house, swimming, and also canoeing. And fortunately we got a floor to ourself so the bathroom was shared within ours.

Nothing!! Definitely would be back when i visit lake toba❤

Beatifful place ❤️ and wonderful nature wich y can do lot of activity.

Is breakfast included but there is no choice y just get fried rice and even no milk y get if y asked for.

Amazing location and view! the place has such special energy and Team!

The location and the staff

Everything. Family atmosphere by the owner and staff. Their hospitality is the best. Villa is isolated and private great villa, great view, great and friendly staff, great food. Smile and helpfull. Your visit will be guide by the owner him self. Feels like home. Here you can do canoeing for free and staff will take your picture and ensure your safety. When you swim one staff will stand by and swim around you to ensure your safety. The food is great at reasonable price. Tasty Nila/tilapia fish fresh from the lake, caught by fisherman just for you. You will never regret. I will visit again for sure

You should rely on your cellphone internet data. Wifi is not available. But the connection off cell phone data is excellent.