There is a delightful family of 7 mongrels on the resort . Hungry lot as they only eat once a day (9pm). Guards & barks when strangers/visitors come on to structure

Even though rooms were on stilts above seawater, it got sweaty warm at night, disrupting sleep. There is no aircon. More comfortable sleeping in the open, with mattress on the floor, or in a hammock

The bell is rung when meals are ready. When we were there, 4 meals were served daily (including afternoon tea ). Coffee & tea available all day

Journey from Singapore to kelong takes about 2hrs. 70mins ferry ride from Harbourfront Ferry Terminal to Batam; 25mins drive across land to Telaga Punggur port ; 25mins by speedboat to Pulau Cemara

Stargazing. Ask staff to switch off enough lights to study & contemplate on the distant stars

This remote place is more a purpose-built accommodation, instead of an operating kelong (a wooden platform for fish farming )

There is a beach nearby. However, not recommended to go into the water as everything from the kelong is drained into the water, including your toilet business

Beer (Carlsberg 330ml can when we were here) USD 1.80. Coke for USD 0.85. Don't expect drinks to be super-chilled. Ask for ice (limited quantities) if required

Rod fishing is a popular activity, especially for the young ones. Rods, hooks, baits, unhooking service – all provided

We got the occasional fishermen passing by. The only fishing village is about 3km away from this structure

They farm some garoupas here. We ordered for dinner . IDR 250,000 per kg. 2 fish came up to USD 23. Price is comparable to Singapore

Plenty of quiet corners to reconnect with the sea

Average food. Separate charges for fresh seafood from their farm . Expensive for SGD 248 per person for 3D2N stay (incl. food, land & speedboat transfer; excl Singapore-Batam ferry )