A maison d'hote away from the madding crowd...next time you're in Penang and yearn for comfy yet affordable accommodation, make yourself at home at Croisette Villa & Cafe.
Ensconced in a quiet corner of Tanjung Bungah just a stone's throw away from the Dalat International School, let Chef Pierre M.Chaillou and his wife Michelle be your hosts at their comfy four-bedroom villa cum cafe.
The front porch is amply shaded with lush greenery. Step into the front door and you'd find yourself in the cosy, brightly painted dining area which is the Penang outpost of Croisette Cafe.
Every decorative nook and cranny throughout the homestay serve as testament to the duo's painstaking labour of love and creative efforts; from the handpainted murals and carefully selected furnishings.
The biggest room sports a cheerful nautical-ocean theme in blue and white shades coupled with imaginative motifs.
Ideal for a family of four, it comes with a double-decker bunk bed tucked away in one corner. This room also comes with an ensuite shower cum toilet.
Hopeless romantics would love the green room with its French countryside decor, a white wrought-iron bed and quaint touches. There is also a lavender-themed room; both are designed for couples. All three rooms come with air-conditioned and TV but no smoking or pets are allowed.
Breakfast is included in the rate so it's a boon for those who look forward to a French-style brekkie of orange juice, croissant and coffee/tea downstairs at the cafe/bistro.
The cafe/bistro is also popular with Penangites who want to savour Chef Pierre's French fare for lunch or dinner. Small parties can also be catered for upon request and with prior notice.
The menu ranges from dainty canapes complemented by wines to proper sit-down, multi-course meals. Back in KL, Chef Pierre is known for several signature dishes such as duck confit, scallops a la Nage and decadent chocolate desserts.
The nomal rate for Croisette Villa's room is RM180-RM250 but if you book through Airbnb or directly with the hosts, you'd enjoy a special rate of RM139 and RM155 nett. The offer is good until 22 March 2015.
NOTE: Croisette Villa has since closed - the owners have returned to France.
