Kota Kinabalu, Borneo

Hibiscus Villa

Name: Hibiscus Villa
Address: Asia

Secluded haven on Borneo’s northern coast

Exterior of a pool with covered lounge area and trees in the background.

A private beachfront villa surrounded by coral reefs and tropical forest

Tucked away on the Kudat Peninsula in northeast Borneo, Hibiscus Villa is a private oceanside retreat offering complete seclusion. Set amid swaying palms and fronted by Kota Kinabalu’s coral-fringed coastline, the villa is surrounded by secluded forest with access to a private, white-sand beach washed by the South China Sea. Designed for open-air living, its wide verandas and shaded terraces invite you to sit and take in the sea breeze and fiery sunsets.

Indoors, large communal spaces blend simplicity and comfort with rich hardwoods softened by plush textiles. The gardens surrounding the villa create a sense of natural calm. There’s a large T-shaped pool that extends around the beach side of the villa, perfect for a calm swim with an ocean view. A private chef is available for meals cooked using local ingredients and enjoyed with a soundtrack of waves.

Days unfold slowly with coffee in the poolside gazebo or a walk out to the beach. To explore further afield, you have use of snorkelling equipment, stand-up paddleboards and bicycles. Hibiscus Villa offers a base for exploring the lesser-known north of Borneo, from its tropical coastline to the villages and natural reserves nearby. It’s an ideal escape for couples, families or small groups seeking privacy and immersion in nature.

Highlights

Stay on a secluded stretch of coral-fringed coastline in northern Borneo

Swim in the T-shaped pool or the calm, turquoise sea below the villa

Snorkel or paddleboard along the reef from the villa’s private beach

Relax on wide verandas designed for open-air living and ocean views

Enjoy meals cooked by a private chef overlooking the South China Sea

Aerial shot of a thick forest of green trees with a villa set in them and on one side a white sand beach with blue sea.

Interior shot of a sunny room with a horseshoe-shaped sofa with orange pillows, a rocking chair, overhead lamps and wood floors.

Aerial shot of a villa with thatched roof surrounded by a small lawn and a palm forest, with a blue sea in the background.

Exterior of a pool area with palm trees and an orange sunset being reflected in the water.

Interior of a bedroom with wood floors and beams, and a four-poster bed with white sheets and mosquito netting. In the background, a door opens onto a terrace.

Exterior of a two-storey villa with thatched roof and interior lights on.

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