There is a swampy area to the back and side which could smell a little.

Amazing view and accommodation. Beach was superb but they ask that you not sunbathe directly outside the property

Stayed in August 2025

Highly recommend! The location is perfect, close to the town and right in front of the beach. The room was nice and cosy with view on the sea and palm trees. The staff is super friendly and helpful! They orgnize a personalised trip of islands for us, helped us with a moto bike and booked the ferry tickets on our behalf! And of course the breakfast is really really amazing! Thank you once again for all you help during our stay!

Stayed in August 2025

Very relaxing place with best views as it’s at the end of all the building (as at Aug 2025). Your view is over the beach to the three coconut grove islands with the closest being 1 km offshore and surf beaks in the distance. Tables, chairs with day bed at front of property and another set of tables and chairs on beach which is part shaded. Staff were most helpful and the best breakfast.

Stayed in August 2025

The shower wasn’t really good, water pressure was really poor.

Very friendly, helpful staff Located at the beach Very good breakfast

Stayed in July 2025

Really good staff, they make wonderful breakfast ! I recommend Crows Nest

Stayed in July 2025

Amazing staff, location, breakfast and room!

Stayed in June 2025

The place is very run down like the other reviews suggest, overall cleanliness is not great. Water from bathroom does smell very bad so you don’t really feel clean

Nice location on the beach, very good free breakfast

Stayed in May 2025

This was the best we stayed at for a long long time. Right at the beachfront. We could see and hear the waves from our room. Both our hosts were so sweet and kind. The breakfast was exceptional!

Stayed in February 2025

Maya is the best 🙏 makes delicious breakfasts .the owners are very helpful and friendly .I'll be back again 😍

Stayed in January 2025

Very friendly place for tourists. The owner helped us with everything we asked for. Great breakfasts, different every day prepared by the owner. We felt like at home. I highly recommend this place.

Stayed in September 2024

Nothing

Location , staff

Stayed in September 2024

There is construction on a building right next door. However unless you stay in your room during the day (which is unlikely given the stunning beaches) it is not a problem. I also assume that it will be completed in the next couple of months.

We were served a different breakfast each of the 3 days we stayed and they were all exceptional. You can really tell when food is prepared with thought and care.

Stayed in September 2024

A bit more maintenance would help. And in general be aware of mosquitoes.

I think this is the best homestay near Tuapejat. It is right at the beach, rooms with AC, wifi and hot water, delicious breakfast with fresh bread and staff that can help arranging tours and scooters. Yes, it might need a bit of maintenance but it did not bother my stay. In general staying at a homestay in Tuapejat is the more affordable alternative compared to these luxurious resorts in the nearby smaller islands. A bit more low key with less luxury but it does give a much better experience of the local culture including delicious Indonesian food and plenty of options of boat and scooter tours. So if you decide to stay at a homestay, adjust your expectations and the Crow’s Nest is the best option.

Stayed in August 2024

That I had to leave!

Fabulous! Loved the location on the beach. Icha made the best breakfasts. Only a 15 min walk from the port. Great wifi.

Stayed in July 2024

The bathroom could use a bit of a do-over.

Easily the best location from all the homestays we saw on the island, beautiful beach in front of the house. Decent bule style breakfast (pancakes, toast, avocado/egg sourdough sandwich, plenty of fruits). Paddleboard available for guests. The owner helped us with renting motorbikes. The staff is lovely, helped us with chartering a boat at decent price to go back to Padang when the fast feery got cancelled:)

Stayed in June 2024

Located just on the best beach at Sipora island. They help us to organize scooter and were very helpful for for every question we have. Breakfasts were the best in whole our indonesian trip. Best place to spend few days and chill up in quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

Stayed in May 2024

Would be nice if the owner can come up maybe with a deal with one of the restaurants so you can order dinner there as it's really lovely place to also have a dinner

We had 4 nights booked here and then we returned for 2 more! The owner can help you with everything(trips,scooter,ferry tickets) The place is right on the beach so easy to do daily trips around the islands! I would also say that the beach in front of the house and walking maybe 10 mins away is one of the best around the area.Breakfast is delicious and made every morning by the host. For the asking price i believe it's perfect! The rooms are basic rooms so don't expect any luxury but we enjoyed our stay here and would be back no doubt !

Stayed in February 2024

For Indonesian standards, it's a little expensive, but that is the case on Mentawai in general (because of surfers overrunning the place).

Very nice room with comfortable bed. Airconditioning. Itcha makes the nicest breakfast (which is included).

Stayed in February 2024

Everything was super

The location is awesome, the host (ibu Icha) was helpful in every aspect, the room was clean and comfy, and the breakfast variable and delicious

Stayed in February 2024

No internet access

Very nice place with a delicious breakfast situated in the front of the beach 😍

Stayed in August 2023

No WiFi

This is a magical place. Located right in front of the beach (a clean one) where you can enjoy the 50 shades of blue of the mentawai islands. It is also the most amazing place to enjoy the sunset, you'll get a different one every day. Rooms are very confortable and clean and good a/c. Bottled water is provided 24/7. Owners will help you with everything, boat trips, renting scooters and all you may need. Breakfast is simple but handmade and from local products. You can enjoy the relaxing local life, fishermans and kids playing all day. The village is underdevelopped but you can buy basic products from local shops and enjoy some cooking time. There's no wifi at the moment we were there, they were working We spent two amazing weeks and felt it should have been a month.

Stayed in April 2023

none

the location and the beach.

Stayed in March 2023

Overall ok considering there is no other proper accommodations in the island. The smell from backyard’s swamp/river (?) is quite noticeable though, and the water taste and smell weirdly strong. Could’ve been better.

Stayed in March 2025

Communication of The personell and the attitude of the owner. If you want something, The housekeeper always starts with the sorry no speak good inglisz, and then when they have any problem she suddenly speaks fluent english

Actually nothing

Stayed in January 2025