The Lodge, which is situated near Bogor's famous Botanical Gardens, was started by the University of New England in 1986 as a project guest house. The Lodge was named after Sir John Crawford, a well known Australian scientist in the agriculture field.

The lodge is now run by Eco Lodges Indonesia and is a meeting place for people looking for a relaxing home-like atmosphere in Bogor.

Facilities include:

• 8 double air-conditioned rooms, three of which could be used as family rooms
• Study area
• Swimming pool
• Poolside restaurant
• Business services
• Bar
• International television
• International Direct Dial (IDD) telephones