We booked the Loft Room at Talula Hills — and it was absolutely beautiful. The room was airy and full of natural light, with charming wood-and-concrete finishes and a mezzanine layout the kids thought was super cool. We added an extra bed to comfortably fit four adults and two children, and it worked out perfectly for our group.
Getting to the cabin was part of the fun — we had to drive down a steep slope to park right outside, and were assigned Cabin 3C. Be warned though: it’s a bit of a climb with a flight of steps leading up to the unit, so if you’re travelling with elderly family members, it’s something to factor in.
Cooking & crafts
Shortly after check-in, we headed next door to the Event Block for a surprise bonus — a complimentary kids’ cooking class, part of their June summer camp lineup. The kids got hands-on and had a blast frying their own omelettes, followed by a craft session where they decorated wooden keychains. The entire activity lasted about an hour. It was a low-stress fun, engaging, and just the right pace for a holiday afternoon.
Veggie farm tour
At 5pm, we joined the complimentary farm tour, where we got a peek into Talula Hill’s Zone 5 organic farm. The kids loved it — they got to pluck butterfly pea flowers (and eat them!), walk through rows of sweet corn, and see firsthand how the farm grows produce for the onsite Kefi Café and guests. (For those wondering: if you subscribe to their monthly veggie boxes, those come from another farm, also run by Talula.)
The guide was observant and attentive, arranging a buggy ride for all of us down the hilly slope to the farm area. It had rained earlier, so the path was a little muddy, and my elderly in-law did slip slightly — but nothing serious, thankfully. What really reassured us was how the guide mentioned that if she ever wanted to stop the tour at any point, they could send a buggy right away to pick her up. That thoughtful gesture allowed everyone to enjoy the experience at their own pace.
The kids’ favourite: feeding time!
Without a doubt, the highlight of the day for the kids was the animal feeding sessions — also complimentary. They sprinted ahead, eager to meet the goats and spent a solid amount of time feeding them and giggling non-stop.
Then came the chicken coop, and things got even more exciting. After a quick lesson on black soldier fly larvae (a sustainable chicken snack!), J bravely scooped up the wriggly bugs with her bare hands to feed the chickens. Proud parenting moment? Absolutely. YB even caught two chickens by hand — something we’ll be hearing about for years, no doubt.
The session ended with some peaceful fish feeding, rounding off what turned out to be an unexpectedly magical day on the hill. By this time, it had started drizzling and sadly, the scheduled campfire and stargazing event was cancelled. Perhaps next time!
So we stayed in to celebrate YB’s birthday instead with room service from Kefi Cafe and a cake from a Kluang bakery, Sugarberry.
I found Sugarberry on Instagram while searching for a birthday cake in Kluang — and was immediately drawn to their tasteful cake designs. I wanted a simple Numberblocks-themed cake, just the base design, as we planned to add our own toy figurines. Even with such a basic customised request, the bakery was so accommodating.
The entire ordering process was amazingly fuss-free, done via WhatsApp with prompt replies and clear communication. Best of all, they delivered the cake directly to Talula Hills, right on time and in perfect condition. The cake looked beautiful, and it tasted just as good as it looked — soft, not overly sweet, and polished in presentation. If you’re celebrating a special occasion in or near Kluang, I highly recommend Sugarberry for both their service and quality.
We woke up after a rather restless night — unfortunately, it sounded like a wild animal had gotten trapped in the roof, and we heard loud, intermittent knocking noises that went on for hours. It was startling and definitely affected our sleep.
We called the night duty officer, and while he wasn’t able to converse in English, he came down immediately to our unit to investigate. He stayed around to check for a long time, which we appreciated in the middle of the night.
To Talula’s credit, the hotel followed up in the morning and assured us they would make it up to us (and upon checking out, they immediately offered a decent refund which we appreciated!). Honestly, we weren’t angry — we understood that this kind of thing can happen when you’re surrounded by nature, and it reminded us that we were truly in a wilder, more rustic setting. It wasn’t ideal, but the way the team acknowledged the issue and responded with sincerity made all the difference.
A wholesome morning meal
Despite the rough night, breakfast at Talula Hills was a pleasant surprise. The spread was small in variety, but every dish was clearly prepared with care and quality ingredients — which we honestly appreciated more than the Doubletree Hilton buffet.
We especially loved the rice and chicken — flavourful, well-seasoned, and comforting in that home-cooked way. There was a quiet joy in having a simple meal, surrounded by fresh air and farm views.
Still dreaming of this! I don’t know what they flavoured the rice with – definitely butterfly pea as but there was also something else that added a special colour. The chicken was tender and flavourful!
A dip in the mountain water pool
After breakfast, we took a short stroll down to Talula Hills’ mountain water pool — a small but serene spot tucked among the greenery. The water was refreshingly cool, flowing from a natural mountain spring, and perfect for a quiet morning dip.
Unlike a typical chlorinated hotel pool, this felt more like a rustic, farm-style soak — simple, natural, and soothing. The kids splashed around happily, their laughter echoing through the trees, while we sat back and took in the view. Dragonflies flitted around us, catching the morning light like tiny jewels — a small detail, but one that made the moment feel especially peaceful.
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