is very good but deteriorating rapidly I am told

. But sure, no problem for novices there. Tegal Sari and the Honeymoon Cottage? at Casa Luna are superb choices. I do not know the homestay in Pemuteran you speak of but would recommend you stay close to the main 3 hotels so you can enjoy the Taman Sari's beachfront restaurant at night especially.
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