Quiet. Well priced. Great service by lovely family

Stayed in March 2025

So friendly and great hospitality

Stayed in January 2025

Location is a bit isolated. The food at their restaurant was not very good. I had the satay chicken the first night and the sauce tasted burnt, I couldn’t eat it. The breakfast was just your average eggs on toast and fruit- quite a small serving. Unfortunately the homestay is outside of the main part of Sidemen so food options are limited to what they have at the homestay unless you have a scooter to explore. The restaurants in the main part of Sidemen are amazing so I would recommend branching out if you can. No rice field views but are looking out at lots of greenery and nature.

A honestly in the middle of nature at the local side of Sidemen. The family that run the home stay are very sweet and accomodating. On my first night the room I was staying in was too loud due to the frogs outside so they quickly moved me to a quieter room which was so kind. Ayu is a healer and her healing massage is incredible. Their daughter runs a fantastic yoga class every morning and evening at the property- it’s a challenging class but very well explained! Everything you need is within the compound.

Stayed in January 2025

A great place to relax and unwind.. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Lovely people and a beautiful location.

Stayed in October 2024

No window in the bathroom.

Stayed in October 2024

None.

Best yoga class with professional teacher. I love the dog Irang who is always a partner of you.

Stayed in August 2024

Pondok Masa Depan is a wonderfully warm and pleasant place to stay for those who want total peace and quiet. The owners, Ayu and Bagus are warm. kind and hospitable. Bagus is a well known and talented chef and serves delicious food. Yoga lessons, massages and reflexology as good as it gets!

Stayed in January 2024

Great property with a true Balinese style and culture.

Stayed in December 2023

There was no Swimming pool however the owner made sure we had a pool we could go to.

The owner was very friendly and went out of her way to make sure we got what ever we wanted.

Stayed in October 2023

We booked for a family homestay experience as advertised and this was more like a well-run small hotel . Extras were a bit expensive, we didn't experience them, but there was a lot of choice. Location is far from Sidemen and the trekking on rice terraces, you can't access by walk there so be careful, difficult to visit around if you don't have a scooter unfortunately.

The room was pretty, welcoming service, adorable dog ! And nice life around in the street with locals.

Stayed in October 2023

This was a beautiful location. The people were so warm and caring. They took time to share local knowledge and experiences. We can not think more highly of them. Wonderful stay. This is a must for time to heal your spirit and soul. The yoga is a must. I was a first timer and am now a follower thanks to a very speacial young lady, the daughter of the owners. Pure magic. Thank you so much.

Stayed in September 2023

Pondok Masa Depan is a little piece of paradise lovingly created by Ayu & Bagus. They are so welcoming and accommodating. We instantly felt at ease and relaxed. The surroundings, amazing food and wellness activities were fantastic. Can't wait to come back.

Stayed in July 2023

Hosts Ayu & Bagus are so perfect in every way. Cooking class was exceptional. A wonderful experience staying with them to experience the real Bali.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing :) just as a little idea; the bathroom would be a bit nicer with some colourful details (e.g. a plant, some decoration). But this is just an idea and a very personal opinion.

Everything in this place breaths relaxation and tranquility and everything was perfect during our stay. If you want a place to relax, take care about yourself and enjoy a beautiful environment, this is the place to be! Everything we booked went perfectly: we asked for support to organize a driver from Padangbay to the guest house, we rented a scooter for a day via the guest house everything went smooth. During our stay everything was wonderful as well: everyone was extremely friendly, the food in the restaurant was lovely, we took nice yoga lessons and enjoyed the lovely massages. Definitely a huge recommendation and a big thanks to everyone of the family!

Stayed in July 2023

Upon arrival, I was greeted by the family host who made me feel instantly welcome. The room itself was a haven of comfort, clean, and cozy. The bed was incredibly cozy, offering a restful night’s sleep after days activity. One of the highlights of my stay was the exceptional dining. Pak Bagus served a delectable array of dishes, each one bursting with flavor and presented with artistic flair.

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing.

Firstly, Pondok Masa Depan accepts card payment (says cash only on Booking.com). The property is beautiful and situated away from the busy tourist areas of Bali. There are loads of activities on offer including cooking classes, massage, and yoga, but you can do as little or as much as you like here. Ayu, Bagus and Lakshmi were wonderful hosts. The food is amazing. It's a quiet haven and there are only a few guests at any one time. Definitely worth staying for a few nights (or more) if you're looking for an alternative to the busy tourist areas.

Stayed in May 2023

Everything was great.

Ayu and her family were very friendly and kind, also very helpful. We had a lovely time. The vibe is amazing. We were delighted with our room. Also the food is amazing.

Stayed in June 2023

This was phenomenal experience to be in this blessed place. I mean it.

Stayed in April 2023

Ayu and Bagus are really nice, we felt during our stay that we were as part of the family ! The place is a haven of peace close to Sidemen, with individual rooms in little houses inside a beautiful and peaceful garden. We warmly recommend to live the experience in Sidemen here ! It's perfect to recharge your batteries. We discovered a lot of the Balinese culture, they love to share it : we did the cooking class with Bagus, the suska massage, Balinese astrology reading and reflexology with Ayu. We also did a yoga class with their daughter. And Bagus restaurant is very good ! All along the stay, they made everything to make us feel comfortable. On top of that, their dog is the cutest and the more friendly dog you will met, we loved to see him around. For sure, if we come back to Sidemen, we will come to visit you again !!

Stayed in April 2023

From the moment we arrived at Pondok Masa Depan we felt at home - the hosts (owners) Ayu and Bagus were so welcoming and generous spirited. I enjoyed a morning cooking course with Bagus, learning a few delicious Indonesian classics, and our stay was relaxing in the tranquility of this restful haven.

Stayed in March 2023

Nothing!

We spent two nights in this lovely place. Ayu and Bagus made our experience extraordinary. The Pondol Masa Depan is located in peaceful nature - but without any mosquitos. The bungalows are very comfortable and are equipped with a few thoughtful details. We enjoyed very enjoyable massages, foot reflexology, cooking class with Bagus and his delicious cuisine. Moreover, we experienced a beautiful praying ceremony in the morning with Ayu. To discover Sidemen including the waterfalls, the golden bridge and rice fields, we rented a scooter. Additionally, we hiked Mount Agung, which was an exciting experience.

Stayed in March 2023

Ayu and Bagus are amazingly hospitable and wonderful hosts. They make you feel right and home and have great recommendations about the surrounding area. Bagus is an excellent chef and literally everything I ordered off the menu was incredibly delicious. They also have the cutest dog, who is super affectionate, well behaved and will make you feel right at home!

Stayed in February 2023

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This perfect little guesthouse is nestled in the rainforest and run by a lovely couple who are keen to organise trekking, massages and other activities. All the ones we did were perfect. the hospitality was warm, and they were only too happy to organise motorbikes, treks, drivers and lots of other things for us (including a blessing and offering ceremony with a local priest). Overall we felt like we had a very unique insight into Balinese life, facilitated by wonderful hosts. It is very good value for money, and the home cooked food is delicious. overall it’s a great place if you want to be sure of a good night sleep, full stomach, and easy access to good activities in the area.

Stayed in January 2023

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Ayu and Bagus really take care of you: Bagus is a great cook and trekking guide, and Ayu does great massages. Their dog Irang immediately is your friend.

Stayed in December 2022