🏡 *Step Back in Time at Agnes Keith House: Kota Kinabalu’s Colonial Gem* ☕
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### **First Impressions: "Wait, Did I Just Teleport to 1930s Borneo?"**
Walking up the hill to this **whitewashed colonial bungalow**, I half-expected Agnes Keith herself to greet me with a typewriter and a stiff gin cocktail. The wraparound verandah, creaky wooden floors, and vintage furniture scream *"old-world charm"*—with a side of tropical humidity.
### **The "Oh Wow" Moment**
Found Agnes’ **original writing desk** where she penned *"Land Below the Wind"**—cue me dramatically pretending to type my own novel (*spoiler: it was just my grocery list*).
### **Hidden Gem**
The **quiet back garden** with towering trees and a view of the sea. Perfect spot to imagine 1940s expat life… until a squirrel throws a nut at you. 🐿️
### **Local Bite**
The onsite **English Tea House & Restaurant** serves *scones with Sabah tea*—colonial vibes with a side of *kaya toast* (because Asia always wins).
### **Blunt Review**
✅ **Time-capsule vibes**—original furnishings, photos, and Agnes’ quirky personality everywhere.
✅ **Cool escape** from KK’s heat (thank you, shady verandah).
✅ **History + views**—learn about WWII in Borneo while overlooking the ocean.
❌ **Small**—you’ll be done in 45 mins unless you’re a *hardcore history nerd*.
❌ **RM15 entry fee**—worth it, but budget travelers might grumble.
### **Quick Guide**
⏰ **Open daily, 9AM-5PM** (last entry 4:30PM).
📍 **Jalan Istana**, uphill from the Sabah State Museum.
🚗 **Grab/Taxi needed**—it’s a steep walk from downtown KK!
### **Verdict**
**🌟🌟🌟🌟 (4/5)**
For: **Bookworms, history lovers, and anyone who’s ever dreamed of being a tropical expat writer**. Skip if: You think "colonial" just means *Pirates of the Caribbean*.
**#AgnesWasHere #SabahStorytime**
**PS:** Pair with a visit to the **Sabah State Museum** next door! 📚
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**PPS:** The **tea house’s mango chicken sandwich**? *Chef’s kiss.* 🤤