About Us
House of Melissa is the brainchild of the folk behind the STB award-winning Sundowner Nature Experience Centre. With the success of our food and nature-based activities at Siglap such as the Pizza-Making Experience and flagship Rooftop Farm Experience, the call to expand to a second site at Changi Village was too good to resist. And the spacious colonial setting the perfect canvas to express our ideas on a larger scale.
We are genuinely excited to offer you an expanded repertoire at Changi, with brand new experiences in 2025 such as Permaculture farming, Beer-brewing, and Fermentation workshops. We have also dovetailed with our sister watersports brand, Ninja Kayakers Foilers, to offer unique kayak tours right out of the House (and luxurious chill-time after).
The Unexpected Group also offers Hospitality consultancy, and Landscaping + Arboriculture services. For those looking further afield, you are warmly welcome at at Villa Sundowner Chiang Mai - our 7 BR pool villa in Thailand's Rose of the North.
FAQs
1. Is this chalet part of Civil Service Club?
Yes, we are tenants of CSC Changi, but offer more than the neighbouring chalets, and have upgraded what was Chalet F into a luxurious boutique farmstay.
Farm stays include breakfast and other F&B options (Make pizza with us!). Members of CSC and Public Service Officers get discounted rates when booking with us. Our guests also enjoy complimentary access to CSC's swimming pool and playground, as well as other paid facilities.
2. What can I do at House of Melissa?
Most staycations in town offer just a hotel room and swimming pool. 'Experiences' are limited to the usual spa / massage, or a open-top bus tour. Boring! HOM offers something totally different: Bespoke Farm & F&B experiences and Team-bonding activities (Treasure Hunt is so much fun), run by the award-winning Sundowner. We also do Ghost Walks and Kayaking Tours to nearby Changi Creek or Pulau Ubin. Enjoy an Ice Bath after! You can also rent a BBQ pit, spit roast (byo pig / chicken), or pizza oven from us and rock your own party.
3. Can I invite all my friends for a party and stay over?
The Changi chalets are famous for hosting large gatherings, but we have chosen to offer something different by going for quality over quantity.
Our rates are for up to 4 staying guests across 2 bedrooms. HOM sleeps up to 9 guests across 3 bedrooms, with additional guests topping up $50 per guest per night, for their bed and breakfast.
You are free to organise a party during your stay, with up to 10 invited attendees free-of-charge. For parties larger than 10 additional attendees, $150 - $250 is payable. (This is to cover increased utilities, wear and tear, and cleaning fees.)
4. Changi very far leh...
Wah lau eh... If you drove 30 mins to your destination in Australia, it's just a stone's throw away mate! Ok, the journey east may take longer than to Suntec City, but trust us... the view and experience is worth it. Ok, don't trust us; read our guests reviews here.
Come on, where else can you wake up to a sea vista with not a building, road, or car in sight? And to be surrounded by nature, in a luxurious farm setting, in urbanised Singapore, is a rare and precious thing. To sweeten the deal, we offer free shuttle service from your location to us, when you spend $1,000.
5. Can I cook there? I used to stay at these chalets when younger and cooked all our meals. Also BBQ!
We don't have a kitchen like the other chalets, but do provide a portable gas stove for some light cooking - this is done at the outdoors gazebo. We also supply a kettle and mini toaster + frying pan to prepare your DIY breakfast (eggs and brioche with spreads). There are also several sinks for washing up.
If you are looking to cook full meals on all nights of your stay, tbh we aren't the best place to do this; the neighbouring chalets are a better choice. We do have a BBQ pit for rent ($50); byo charcoal and food. We recommend Shiok BBQ - not the cheapest but really good.
6. Why does it cost more than the chalets?
Good things dont come cheap- we are confident that vintae decor of the House alone is worth the price, not to mention our organic farm with free-roaming chickens, complimentary bicycles, included DIY breakfast, and many other delightful things you'll only get when you check-in. Oh ya, we leave a complimentary bottle of whisky or gin out too, for all you alcoholics.
7a. Child / Elderly-friendly?
Certainly, in fact we designed this place with young families in mind, with grain packets to feed the chickens, a kid's room with loft bed, and garden route to explore nature safely. Our unit is also wheelchair accessible.
7b. Pet-friendly?
Yes, HOM is perfect for this pet beds provided, and lots of space for your pets to explore! As we have poultry, please leash all dogs when outdoors. Also note we have bees on the premises. Pets are charged at $70 per pet and while we welcome all fur kids, large dogs may be a concern - do let us know in advance.
8. Can I not stay overnight and just use the place for an event?
Yes, we have hosted many birthdays, venue rentals, and corporate retreats. The House fits 50 indoors and 100 outdoors. We can also do weddings. See here for our packages. You may even opt to stay the night after your event at a reduced price!
9. For Farm stays, what is your cancellation policy?
Strictly no refunds, but if you want to postpone we can accommodate, with charges applied. Please see here.
10. Can I come visit just to look-see?
We open by appointment only, and please dont just walk in as the House may be occupied by guests at any time. You may see our picture gallery here. If you are planning an event, do text us at 92495400 to arrange for a viewing and discussion.