Wellness encompasses more than just the absence of disease; it includes physical, mental, and social well-being. In the Klang Valley, city dwellers can find a place to recalibrate and rejuvenate their overall well-being at Beacon Resort, located in Kerling, Hulu Selangor. The resort is about an hour away from urban centers and can be reached by heading north via the North-South Highway. After exiting at Tanjung Malim, guests will need to drive 8.5km through small district roads before reaching the gravel road leading to the resort.
From the gravel road, it’s about another 3.5km to the entrance and lobby of the resort. The resort’s CEO, Dino Goh, ensures that the road is smooth for guests, as it was originally too bumpy. Goh personally greets guests and may even act as their buggy driver upon arrival. He is known for his warm personality and is happy to give guests a quick tour of the resort’s facilities. The resort features a 17.4ha property with various amenities, including an orchard with about 200 durian trees.
If guests are lucky enough to catch a windfall of durians, the resort’s staff will open the fruits for them to enjoy. Beacon Resort, opened in December of last year, is the brainchild of Mary Chen, the founder of Beacon Hospital. Chen aimed to create a place that would enhance people’s well-being holistically, regardless of their socio-economic background. She envisions the resort as a space that nurtures fruitful and healthy relationships between friends and family. The resort’s rooms are designed to accommodate the whole family, unlike typical hotel suites that have separate sections. Extra beds are also provided at no additional charge, and Chen encourages reunions, gatherings, and happy guests. The package at the resort, which includes meals and facilities, is compulsory for all guests.
(From left to right) The Hot and Cold Hydrogen Spa is based on Japanese technology; soak in the hot spring pools to bring relief to sore muscles; the Rajah Brooke Birdwing butterfly conservation valley is worth exploring.
The resort does not have fancy eateries, but it does offer a modest dining hall that serves breakfast, lunch, tea, and dinner. The buffets feature fresh pesticide-free Beacon chicken, organic vegetables, beansprouts from the resort’s eco farm, wholesome herbal porridge, and fresh fruits. Guests are encouraged to bring their own water bottles to fill up on filtered water. Upon request, a Mookata dinner is available for an additional RM20 per person. Beacon Resort does not have a swimming pool; instead, guests can take a dip in the river that combines Sungai Inki and Sungai Bernam. The resort can arrange picnics by the river for guests.
At the resort’s five natural hot spring pools, guests can enjoy the therapeutic benefits of geo-thermal energy. These pools can help relieve sore muscles and improve blood circulation. Adjacent to the hot springs is the Rajah Brooke Birdwing butterfly conservation valley, which features stunning butterflies with black, green, and electric blue colors. The butterfly area was previously a drain but has since been cleaned and now houses about 20 butterflies that guests can observe in their natural habitat. For guests who enjoy exploring nature, the resort offers a jungle trail that includes a 45-minute guided hike at 9am daily. The trail leads back to the resort through the durian orchard.
The resort also features picturesque fish ponds where guests can feed the fish. Surrounding these ponds are lush bamboo trees and the entrance to the Hot and Cold Hydrogen Spa, which is based on Japanese technology. The spa treatment starts in the sauna and then involves dipping in hot and cold pools. Beacon Resort offers four types of accommodation: White Jasmine, Wild Bamboo, Peppermint, and Ginger Lily. The rooms range from minimalist Greek-inspired designs to traditional kampung-style rooms and Santorini-inspired chalets. The resort’s website, beaconresort.com.my, provides additional information for those interested in visiting.
Credit: The Star : Metro Feed
