Showcasing an impressive array of artworks and handicrafts originating from China, Africa and Indonesia, Villa San comfortably accommodates 12 people in six large bedrooms (three doubles, three twins). These buildings are nestled around a 25m lap pool and set within lush gardens which incorporate elegant sculptures and a tranquil meditation terrace.

Friendly professional staff will quickly make guests feel totally relaxed at this spacious and recently (2011) refurbished villa, which is particularly suitable for an extended family or a group of friends.
Guests at Villa San are spoiled for choice when it comes to ways to relax. Reflecting the owners’ artistic and spiritual leanings, there’s the loft studio for painting, a telescope for star-gazing from the rooftop terrace at night, and a Buddhist stupa and yoga terrace tucked in a quiet corner of the property for group or individual meditation and yoga practice.

The spacious grounds offer freedom and flexibility for both families and groups of friends, with hammocks and sun loungers arranged around the 25 x 5m pool and a pool pavilion seating up to 15 people. Inside, as well as the living and dining spaces, there are two well-equipped entertainment rooms – one is part of the two bedroom master suite, the other adjacent the informal dining room – a gym and a children’s playroom. The villa showcases some exquisite art and handicrafts from China, Ghana and Indonesia.

Villa San comprises six large bedrooms – three doubles and three twins. French doors from all the bedroom pavilions look out over tranquil gardens, only steps away from the long sloping lawn and the inviting pool.
A friendly, helpful team of staff are on hand around the clock, with a butler and chef available to meet every request. They are knowledgeable about local Hindu cultural activities, art galleries and the myriad options for exploring and learning about the region (guests can take a craft or cooking class, or book an in-house meditation or yoga session) and will recommend the best of local restaurants, cafés and spas.
Villa San’s six spacious bedrooms all feature large, luxuriously comfortable beds dressed in fine white linen and with plump feather-filled pillows. Exquisite hand-crafted bed runners from Africa and Indonesia add the finishing touch. Fine artworks and more carefully selected handicrafts grace the walls. Each room is equipped with ceiling fans, air conditioners and iPod docks and furnished with a desk, bedside tables and reading lights.
Villa San’s master suite, comprises two very generous sized bedrooms (one king–bedded and one twin-bedded) separated by a similarly large and comfortable family room, with three inviting sofas and a state-of-the-art home entertainment system. The well-appointed ensuite bathrooms, accessed through large dressing rooms with floor-to-ceiling mirrors, are full of light from windows facing onto gardens on two sides.
In separate buildings around the main living pavilion, eight more adults can be accommodated in two queen bedrooms and two twin bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms featuring large tubs and showers. Two extra beds are available for children, on request.

Living, dining and entertainment
Villa San’s air conditioned entertainment lounge features one of the property’s two state of the art home theatre systems, incorporating a large flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and stereo system. Guests can sit back and relax on one of the big comfy sofas and look out over the property through floor-to-ceiling windows. Glass doors from the entertainment lounge open directly to the open-sided living area, furnished with more comfortable sofas and an unusual collection of wood and glass sculptures. Just a few steps away from the living area is a professionally equipped gym, while to the right is a casual dining area, the kids’ playroom and finally the green, spacious lawns and sparkling swimming pool area beyond.
While most of the cooking is done behind the scenes in the staff kitchen, no expense has been spared in the open-plan ‘front’ kitchen, where the chef makes his final meal preparations and where guests are welcome to indulge in their own culinary creations. You’ll be delighted by the bright, chunky Spanish-style crockery, the range of appliances and the sizable wine fridge. Separated from the kitchen area by a timber-topped breakfast bar, the dining area is open on three sides, looking out onto gardens and the swimming pool lawn. Its long wooden table with comfortable seating can accommodate up to 14 dinner guests.

Upstairs, reached by a spiral staircase hidden next to the pool steps, an artist’s studio with wide glass windows provides a private, quiet hideaway. The adjacent rooftop terrace is a perfect place to scan the heavens, with the help of a professional telescope.

Outdoor areas
Pool loungers, hammocks and casual seating shaded by sun umbrellas are comfortably arranged throughout Villa San’s well-kept gardens, while a covered gazebo seating 12-15 lies at the far end of the pool.
Villa San’s sparkling 25 x 5m pool is just perfect for swimming laps. For lazier times, there’s a lounging ledge at the deep end (1.8m), while the steps at the shallow end (1.2m) are wide and safe for younger swimmers.

Tucked away in a quiet corner behind the master suite is a tree-shaded terrace for yoga practice, suitable for groups of up to 15 people. Behind it, a traditional stone stupa (a Buddhist meditation building known as the Serene room) offers the perfect place for moments of peaceful reflection.
Facilities
• 1 private swimming pool (25m x 5m)
• 6 air-conditioned bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
• Entertainment room featuring TV and satellite connection, DVD, CD player with stereo system
• iPod docks and speakers
• Children’s play room with books, games, toys, videos and DVDs
• 2 baby cots, 2 high chairs and 2 baby car seats
• Gym equipment
• Barbecue facilities
• IDD, local call, & WiFi broadband internet connection
• Safety deposit box in each bedroom

Children at Villa San
Villa holidays are an excellent option for families, where advantages include having access to your own private facilities, such as swimming pool, living space and gardens and having the freedom to use them whenever you want. Knowing that the kids can run around happily, independently and safely, without you having to worry about other guests, is a real plus – and one that means parents are certain to have a more relaxed holiday too. Villa San has a long lawn for Frisbees and ball games, a great swimming pool with shallow section and two TV/entertainment rooms. There’s also a dedicated playroom with toys, games and pool equipment.A particular highlight at Villa San is the kid-friendly staff. All Asians have an inherent love of children which means that the villa staff make them feel as welcome as adults. Having these willing babysitters on hand also gives you plenty of flexibility and freedom to do your own exploring beyond the villa grounds (full time babysitters will cost a little extra). Although equipped kitchens allow you to prepare meals for fussy eaters or babies with ease, staff will happily to do this for you – just talk through your requirements and meal schedules with the villa manager or cook and they will take care of the rest.

Neither do you have to worry about packing all that cumbersome extra equipment when you stay at Villa San as we can provide you with all the essentials, and more – from pool safety fences to baby baths, cots, high chairs and car seats. What we don’t have in-house, we can generally hire in for a small fee. Just talk through your requirements with us when you make your reservation and we’ll make sure it’s all there ready and waiting for your arrival.

And when the excitement of exploring the villa starts to wear off, check out our Things to do page; there’s plenty in the area to keep kids of all ages amused throughout the holiday.
Some of the family-friendly facilities offered at Villa San include:
• Kids room with TV/ DVD player
• Children’s books
• Board games and toys
• Children pool toys
• Electronic Games (Wii)
• Children’s menus
• High chair (2)
• Swimming pool with shallow section
• TV/Entertainment room

Events
Villa San is ideally suited for a casual cocktail or pool party for up to 50 people. A sit-down luncheon or dinner can also be arranged for up to 50 people with a marquee set up on the spacious lawns adjacent to the pool. Permissions and licenses can be obtained on behalf of guests, from local authorities.
Villa San is a stone’s throw from Ubud’s Royal Palace – where cultural performances are held nightly – and very convenient for many of Ubud’s favourite treasures and attractions. While the property itself is very quiet and private, a vast, bustling local market is only 300m from the front door while a delightful variety of high quality restaurants and cafés can be found in and around the centre of town.
Ubud and her surrounding small villages are rich with culture and art. Many villages focus on a specific craft – such as woodworking, stone carving, ikat weaving or batik painting. These crafts are not just for the tourists, they have formed the livelihoods of these Balinese villagers for several hundred years. Guests can visit, watch and in many cases take classes – learning to cook local food, carve a wooden mask, dye a batik scarf, dance in a traditional performance, play an ancient brass musical instrument, or attend a life drawing session.

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Reservation

Rate inclusions

* 1 x return airport transfers by private vehicle (additional car at US$25/way)
* Welcome drink and cold towels upon arrival
* Flower arrangements in the villa upon arrival
* First day breakfast in the privacy of your own villa
* Fruit basket on arrival
* Complimentary unlimited wireless internet connection

Check in – check out time
* Check in time: 15.00 PM.
* Check out time: 11.00 AM.
* Day use: until 06.00 PM with additional charge 50% of published rate.

Children’s policy
* Under 12 years FOC sharing with parents.
* Meals 50% off from the adult price.

Built in : 2008
Pool : yes , 12 x 4 meters
AC : in the bedrooms and tv room
Bedrooms : 4
Staff : two all round servants for housekeeping, garden, pool and night stay (on requests) , cook for lunch and dinner
Internet : yes , wifi
TV : yes in main house / tv rooms , i-pod dock
Distance to town : 5 minutes by car to Ubud

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Villa Fortuna is a unique 1 bedroom new villa located 10 minutes drive to the Centre of Ubud. In a quiet area which is surrounding by the rice fields, perfectly situated for a honeymoon couples.
Villa Fortuna has a wonderful contemporary design offering an intimate retreat experience, romance, rejuvenation and exotic sensuality. Living rooms upstairs offer a different experience with the Tatami Japanese style completed with LCD TV, and Mini Home Theatre. The villa air-conditioned bedrooms with an antique bed offer guests their own space to relax. Bathrooms feature separate bath tub and showers as well as modern simple guest amenities. Semi outdoor Dining area with a pool and hill view creates a sensational experience to the couples. Staffs are trained to anticipate guest requirements and are eager to assist you for all your needs and special arrangements during your stay at Villa Fortuna.
Villa Fortuna Location
Located next to the Botanical Garden and 2,5 km from Centre Ubud, makes the way to Fortuna Villa became an unforgotten moment by seeing the rice field and villages.

Villa Fortuna Facilities
• One private swimming pool 7m x 4m
• Living Room + TV Room
• Air-conditioned bedrooms
• Cable TV
• LCD TV and Mini Home Theatre
• Safe deposit boxes in the bedroom
• Laundry service available;
• Spa available upon requests;
• Daily Breakfast in the villa.
• Welcome drink on arrival.
• Fruit Basket on arrival
• Free Internet Service

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Only 20 minutes from Ubud, this unique property sits on 2,200 square meters of undulating countryside. Constructed and maintained to exacting standards by a western company, the house consists of three separate levels, three bedrooms and three bathrooms, a study/office and a spacious lounge kitchen area. The flawless finishes feature terrazzo floors, carved wooden doors and European metalwork. Remarkable design meets lush landscaping, where staircases and gardens are thriving with tropical plants and foliage that quintessentially blend the whole property into the verdant surroundings.

The private guest quarters sits on a higher level and is completely self-contained. The very spacious lounge area overlooking the valley is flanked by folding doors and is perfect for entertaining groups and for large gatherings or simply, just calmly be seated beside the infinity saltwater pool that hugs the cliff edge, and be mesmerized by the surrounding beauty of the lush valley.

The three discernible Queen-sized bedrooms are namely: the Orange room with en-suite bathroom and balcony that opens to a luxuriant garden view, the Purple room that features a study and en-suite shower room as well as private deck that opens to the fresh and cool air of the highlands as well as dramatic views of the valley, and the Yellow room on the lowest level that features the pool and an en-suite bathroom. All bathrooms feature an open plan, enabling optimum lighting and capaciousness, yet retaining a sense of privacy. Aloft in the upper level features the shed and laundry area.

A spacious semi-open dining and living area, furnished with plaited mats, thatch-worked furniture and colorful plush cushions, is where cheers and indulgence come together. The well-appointed kitchen with its steel appliances and granite bench tops satisfies even the most discerning chef.

Your Villa holiday is made best with the indulgence of the best treatments for ultimate relaxation. Our in-house spa services present a wide range of spa treatments. Contact our staff to schedule appointments and consult the right session for you.

As its name suggests, umah being ‘abode’ and shanti meaning ‘peace’ in Balinese, Villa Umah Shanti are located within close reach of the cultural town of Ubud. Besides offering a variety of services in-house, the Villa also provides a perfect location from which to sample the various cultural delights and local activities of the area. Contact our staff for more details on how you could best explore the highlights of the island.
For a private refuge, a weekender or a welcome respite from the urban hustle and bustle, come and view this sanctuary and settle into a very private realm.

Facilities:

• 3 Queen-sized bedrooms with 3 en-suite bathrooms
• Fully-equipped kitchen
• Semi-open dining and living area
• Private pool
• DVD player and TV
• Dial-up internet connection
• Study rooms
• Private balcony in every room
• Guest mobile phone
• Hairdryer
• Car and driver (petrol excluded) for 8 hours/day

Services (on demand)

• In-house spa
• Babysitter
• Laundry services
• In-house cook
• Sightseeing and tour arrangements
• Activities arrangements

Services included in the rate

• Housekeeping staff for 7 consecutive hours/day
• Return airport transfer (1 car only)
• Daily Continental Breakfast

Inclusions

• Complimentary return airport transfer
• Daily continental breakfast
• Daily housekeeping staff
• Free use of a car and driver for up to 8 hours/day (without petrol)
• Free unlimited dial-up internet connection
• Welcome drink and refreshment towel upon arrival

Terms and condition

• All rates are in USD
• Minimum stay: Low season 3 nights, High season 5 nights, Peak season: 5 nights.
• Maximum occupancy: 6 guests
• For safety reason, elderly and children under 7 years old are not allowed
• An in-house cook is provided at fee of 20% on top of your grocery shopping receipts purchased by the villa staff

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Total 17 Villas with 15 One Bedroom Villas & 2 Two Bedroom Villas with almost 70 are landscape over looking to the wos River view as well as to the fantastic rice terrace view would be perfect for wedding venue.

One Bedroom Villa

This stylishly appointed retreat is the perfect love nest for a honeymoon couple seeking absolute privacy. Nestled within the confines of Balinese walled compound, this villa category features a semi-open living, dining and kitchenette and plunge pool. The spacious master bedroom lends itself to moments of intimacy with a canopied bed and a mood enhancing décor. Designed for personal indulgence, the en-suite bathroom comes with a double vanity, generous terrazzo tub and separate rain shower.

Two Bedroom Villa

Designed to celebrate tropical sophistication, the two bedroom villa is a comfortable retreat for family unit to spend quality time together. It endorses the healthy benefits of fresh air and natural lighting with a semi-open living, dining and kitchen space overlooking the pool. The master bedroom is a sanctuary for adult relaxation while the second bedroom is set up with twin beds for accompanying children. Identical en-suite bathroom facilities feature an egg-shaped tub and separate rain shower for luxurious bathing rituals.

Spa

A sanctuary for the senses, “Dewi Kunti Spa” invites travelers to experience the art of Balinese wellness menu of traditional body and beauty rituals. Each spa session promises a nurturing journey of personal indulgence to counteract the effects of a lifestyle dominated by work and stress. “Dewi Kunti Spa” is a place to achieve optimal relaxation of body, mind and spirit. A total of four private treatment rooms are available for some well-deserved head to toe pampering. A team of caring therapists perform treatments using natural products that have been inspired by the healing practices of a bygone era.

The Bailava Restaurant will be capacity for 100 persons will offering International cuisines in Ala Carte style every morning. During the Lunch time is provides a wide variety culinary such as Indonesia, European, Mediterranean and other Western favourites.

Villa Facilities:

• Private Pool
• Separate Living Environment
• Modern Kitchenette
• LCD Television with Satellite Channels
• IDD Telephone
• Air-Conditioned Bedroom/s
• Luxury Bathroom with Terrazzo Tub & Rain Shower

Services:

• Personalized Butler Service
• Main Swimming Pool + Children’s Pool
• Restaurant ( All Day Dinning )
• 24 Hour Room Service
• Romantic Candlelight Dinner ( In Villa Services )
• Spa Facility
• Boutique
• Business Centre
• Wi-Fi Internet Connections
• Rice Terrace Trekking Activity
• Doctor on Call
• Laundry Service

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Villa Umah Luwung have 4 one-bedrom self-contained villas and a big villa for a dining room, a library, a kitchen and a large open sp ace with daybeds where you can enjoy a stunning view of a valley and rice-fields. In a clear day you can see Mt Agung as well. The villas share a swimming pool. there is interesting places around Umah luung : nice restaurants, gallery etc.

In Umah luwung guests can do yoga, meditation, painting, writing your own book, enjoy the music and many more. Want to do outdoor activities ? You can go trekking, biking or rafting.

Sevices and Facilities

• Ubud shuttle 8 am – 8pm (1 car only)
• Fully staffed include of 1 Cook, 1 House Maid, 1 Gardener / Pool Attendant, 1 Security Guards
• Daily complimentary breakfast
• Complimentary Airport Transfers
• Private swimming pool
• 4 separete Pavillions all King-sized with ensuites bathroom
• Large, open-air verandah and diningroom
• Satellite TV with VCD/CD Player in livingroom
• Open plan living & dining areas

Location

Villa Umah Luwung is located in Banjar Bayad, Desa Melinggih Klod, Kecamatan Payangan, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali. The location is situated after ubud, It is about 10 to 15 minutes driving to down town Ubud and near the most expensive boutique hotel in Bali , Como Shambala Estate at Begawan Giri

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The houses, which are over 100 years old, were transported from Java and reconstructed on former rice paddies on the edge of a small village. The only sounds heard at Villa Atas Awan are those of nature; birds, insects and the occasional crow of a rooster. After a day relaxing in the peace and serenity of Villa Atas Awan a trip to the small, artistic town of Ubud feels like a visit to a bustling city.

Ubud, which is reached by driving through small villages and picturesque rice paddies , is Bali’s artistic capital. All manner of artist, whether working in stone, paint, wood or ceramic is located in Ubud. The town boasts arts galleries, shops, a wide variety of restaurants as well as cultural shows, bookstores and supermarkets. Ubud is approximately 75 minutes from Bali’s international airport.

The houses, which were built by two brothers, reflect their love of outdoor living and Balinese art. In total there are seven bedrooms that can easily accommodate 14 or more people. The complex is ideal for groups whether they be families, seminars, yoga retreats or other groups. The 30 meter pool is perfect for relaxing or for those who like more strenuous exercise such as swimming laps. The house has 4 full time staff with a driver on call. Villa Atas Awan is ably managed by Miss Rita Dewi and her staff at Red Lotus Bali. The Red Lotus staffs, including the house manager at Villa Atas Awan, are all fluent English speakers.

Our staff will provide you with daily breakfast, keep the house clean and comfortable and provide you with suggestions and information to make your stay more enjoyable. Our guess is that after a day or two at Villa Atas Awan you will not want to leave the peace and tranquility of this wonderful complex.

Accommodation

One enters Villa Atas Awan through the outer courtyard which is graced with a beautiful fountain, pond and Balinese statues. Climbing the stairs through double Balinese doors the first sight is of another tranquil fountain surrounded by a plethora of tropical plants. A path leads left to Villa Atas and left to Villa Awan.

Both villas are century old wooden houses reconstructed in a quiet rural setting The houses, which have been updated with modern baths and electrical appliances, are anchored by solid pillars of ironwood and finished in teak and other tropical woods.

Both houses have a spacious ground floor living area. Open on all sides, except when guests wish to lower protective shutters, the ground floor contains living and dining space as well as the kitchen. Large decks surround the houses on three sides. Both houses have couches and chairs made of natural materials for relaxing on the ground floor. The dining tables, both hewn from native wood, sit 10 in Villa Atas and 12 in Villa Awan. Villa Awan also provides a smaller breakfast area adjacent to the kitchen while Villa Atas has a comfortable Balinese day bed overlooking the pool that is perfect for relaxing.

Both villas have separate outdoor bath and shower areas on the ground floor. These areas, created of natural stone and terrazzo, are wonderful examples of local craftsmanship.

Villa Atas comfortably sleeps six in queen size beds in three bedrooms. The guest bedrooms all have large bath tubs and showers. This villa has a one of kind infinity bath tub in rear of the house on the second floor with magnificent views of a river gorge as well as rice paddies in the distance. The second floor suites in both houses have sliding glass panels that open to beautiful vistas of mountains and rice paddies.

Villa Awan sleeps eight in two twin bedded rooms, a guest room with a king sized bed and the master bedroom with a beautiful hand built Balinese bed. The second floor of Villa Awan has two large baths with both bath tubs and showers for the three second floor guest bedrooms. Both of the villas have wonderful outdoor decks with comfortable sitting arrangements that are perfect for enjoying the tropical breezes that keep Villa Atas Awan so comfortable.

The top floor of both houses, like the bridge of a ship over- looking a sea of green, comprises the spacious master suites. Each suite has a unique bathroom which boast large bathtubs and rain head showers as well as beautiful views over the countryside. Each master suite also boast is own small outdoor deck which are perfect to view both sunrise and the approach of the moon.

The houses are cooled by the natural breezes blow constantly at this location. All beds have mosquito netting although at its altitude of XXXX meters mosquitoes are quite rare.

Villa Atas Awan offers you

• Airport Pickup
• Daily Breakfast
• Laundry and Dry Cleaning available
• Shuttle to Ubud
• Lunches, dinners and alcohol provided on request
• 24 hour security
• 24 hour tranquility

Sports and Outdoor Activities

• Elephant rides
• Bicycle Tours
• Whitewater Rafting
• Rice Paddy Walks
• Horse Riding
• Water sports (trips to the beach, snorkeling, diving, sailing can all be arranged)

Cultural and Artistic Activities

• Balinese Dance Shows and Lessons
• Gamelan Performances and Gamelan Lessons
• Silversmith Classes
• Painting and Drawing Classes
• Indonesian Cooking Classes

Healing and Relaxation

• Yoga
• Reflexology
• Massage (either at the villa or at spas in and around Ubud)
• Meditation

Rates

7 bedrooms
Low Season : USD 600
High Season : USD 600
Peak Season : USD 600

4 bedrooms
Low Season : USD 400
High Season : USD 400
Peak Season : USD 400

3 bedrooms
Low Season : USD 350
High Season : USD 350
Peak Season : USD 350
Rates are subject to 15% tax and service
Rates are includes : daily breakfast, airport transfer (in and out : one car only), ubud shuttle provide at the villa from 8 am to 8 pm (one car only), internet connection.

Villa Accommodation

Villa Batu Kurung boasts features retained from the original Balinese home that once stood on the property including a traditional architectural style and water feature to greet visitors as they enter through the main gate. This 300 meter square Ubud property consists of 200 meter square home, 3m x 6m swimming pool and traditional bale bengong (gazebo).

Modern conveniences include a 42″ LCD TV, satellite dish, home theatre, iPod/iPhone docks, and high speed ADSL wireless internet. All furniture is locally made including a dining table featuring inlay mother of pearl for six facing open doors to the swimming pool. A fully equipped kitchen comes complete with marble counter tops and is perfectly designed in minimalist style.

Two master bedrooms are located on the main level with the third bedroom upstairs. All are fully air-conditioned and furnished with a four-poster king size bed with cosy mosquito netting. All beds feature the highest hotel quality linen, four pillows, and luxurious firm mattresses.

 

Villa Location

The villa is located 10 minutes north of Ubud’s monkey forest and a scenic 80-minute drive from the International Airport. Well known shopping and dining areas in Sanur and Seminyak are less than 60 minutes south.

The villa location was selected for its semi rural peaceful setting amongst local village houses. In this area, you will experience a Balinese way of life while still enjoying all modern conveniences. The Ubud area is arguably the best place to use as a base when you visit Bali if you are looking for culture, comfort, nature and inspiration. Ubud is surrounded by most of the things that bring people to Bali – scenic rice fields, small villages, art and craft communities, ancient temples, palaces, rivers, museums and traditional markets.

Services & Facilities

• Land area: 300 M2
• Building area: 200M2
• Private swimming pool: 3M X 6M
• 3 air-conditioned bedrooms with fans
• Guests capacity: 3 couples (6 persons)
• Private house maids & pool attendant
• Babysitter on request
• Cook on request
• Laundry service on request
• Wireless high speed internet connection available
• 42″ Flat screen TV and home theatre including wide selection of DVD movie titles
• Satellite TV, VCR/VCD/CD/DVD
• iPod/iPhone docking sound systems in all bedrooms
• Secure off street parking for 2 cars
• Kitchen fully equipped with full size SS fridge, microwave, toaster, gas stove, kettle, etc
• Telephone for local calls
• Iron and ironing board
• Children’s foldaway crib and mattress
• Safe deposit boxes in both guest bedrooms on main floor
• High end restaurant and full day spa facilities are available at the nearby Royal Pita Maha Resort

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Overview
The Purist Villas and Spa is committed to providing its valued guests with exceptional space, unparalleled privacy and a heartening personal service.

Located in Ubud, the cultural and spiritual centre of Bali, this exceptional spa-villa facility is devoted to health, beauty and wellness.

Designed for optimal comfort and aesthetic appeal, each villa features an open living and dining environment. Wooden sundecks lie beside the pool which is surrounded by tropical gardens, offering an intimate and relaxed setting.

The master bedroom boasts a king-size canopied bed, an indulging spa-like open air bathroom and is equipped with a plasma television and satellite channels.

In the Hindu belief, balance and harmony are the central elements of life. This creed is at the very essence of The Purist Villas and Spa experience.

Services

• Airport Transfer
• All villas are fully staffed with butlers,maids, house keepers, gardeners and night security. (The butler service is 24 hr with English spoken by villa staff )
• Assistance with travel and tours
• Car and chauffeur service
• Foreign exchange
• Laundry service
• Workshops with a variety of Yoga
• Guided mountain biking
• White water rafting
• Balinese cooking lessons
• A big joglo “Java house” of 12 x12m can be transformed into a place for meetings, workshops or weddings. Weddings can be tailor-made and held within the estate’s landscape.

Facilities

• King size beds
• Air-conditioning
• Water gardens
• Main pool with sundeck
• Spa with two treatment rooms
• Yoga platform and meditation environment
• WiFi internet access
• Direct dial telephone
• Satellite TV with DVD player and DVD collection
• iPod station
• Electronic safe
• Fully stocked Minibar
• Yoga mats
• Complimentary tea/coffee-making facilities
• Fruit basket on arrival

Location
Located approximately 50 minutes from the Airport, The Purist Villas and Spa lies in Ubud behind Kutuh Katje, a small ,rural village surrounded by rice paddies that is only walking distance away from Ubud’s center. In this picturesque setting it is possible to experience the traditional daily rituals and ceremonies that symbolize Balinese life.

Reknowned as the cultural and spiritual centre of Bali and surrounded by tropical forests and white rivers, Ubud provides a window to Bali’s mysterious and colorful past. For these and many other reasons, Ubud has become home for writers and artists from all over the world.

Ubud is also the location of some of the world’s most famous and elegant 5-stars hotels, typical Balinese food restaurants, as well as yoga, spa and wellness centers.

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Deep in the heart of Bali, perched on a venerated spur of land at the confluence of two rivers, is the stunning hideaway known as Villa Vajra. Designed by the internationally acclaimed architect, Guy Morgan, this modern, spacious villa sleeps up to seven guests and offers the ultimate in luxurious accommodation within a totally private and exclusive, close-to-nature setting.

The property and gardens are landscaped into the slopes of the steep valley, and the approach, via a raised wooden walkway through undisturbed rice fields, gives no clue to the remarkable design of the villa, or the breathtaking views of the jungle and river gorge.

Constructed with high quality local materials including ‘alang alang’ thatch, Palimanan stone and teak wood; the property combines the very best of Balinese architectural elements with contemporary flair, elegant finishes and modern amenities. The villa presents a blend of outdoor living and air-conditioned comfort.

Villa Vajra is named after the quintessential symbol of Vajrayana Buddhism, a five-pronged ritual object often employed in conjunction with a bell. The Vajra is represented by a carving in a freestanding stone at the main entrance.

Every room and corner of the property has the effect of producing gasps of surprise and delight as guests view it for the first time. The villa is comprised of two buildings, linked on the upper level by a lotus pond and pergola. A serene Buddha statue stands within the lotus pond and white thunbergia cascades over the pergola-covered walkway leading to the Master Bedroom and Studio. The Master Bedroom is characterized by elegant furniture, teak floors, and glass on three sides to maximize the awesome views of the jungle and river valley. Sliding glass doors open on to a timber balcony, fringed by a food forest of fruit trees; the built-in bench seat is an ideal place to absorb the natural surroundings and listen to the ceaseless gurgle of the Ooz River as it coils its way through the deep gorge below. The en-suite garden bathroom is dominated by a large black terrazzo bathtub, creating a strong contrast against the white Palimanan stone floor. A black terrazzo wash stand supports a stylish chrome washbowl, and the shower is flanked by shelves and cabinets. Everything possible has been considered for the comfort of the guests; the luxurious open-air bathtub is sheltered by a thatched canopy, and privacy is maintained by a wall. Wooden shutters, like hatches within the wall, can be opened to reveal a view of the rice fields, and a larger hatch beside the bathtub offers the delightful alternative vista of the jungle. Tree ferns, birds’ nest ferns, and stepping stones across a star-grass lawn complete the natural décor of this charming garden bathroom.

Colourful local artwork adorns the walls of a passage way leading to the Studio on the same floor. Situated on the western side of the villa, this room boasts a panoramic view of the rice fields, and features a pitched roof, a cream terrazzo floor and more built-in cupboards and storage space. The Studio doubles as an additional bedroom and includes an en-suite toilet and shower room with a marble floor and black terrazzo washstand.

The adjacent building, across the lotus pond, holds the Study, with a flat screen satellite TV, DVD player and a quality sound system for the entertainment of the guests. This room also doubles as an additional bedroom with an en-suite shower room and a stone terrace that appears to almost float within the gently swaying fields of rice. Cushioned seating is built into the low wall encircling the terrace, thereby creating a comfortable place for relaxing with a book while enjoying a coffee or a cocktail at sunset. A cathedral window in the Study room overlooks the main living and dining area on the lower level, which is accessed by an external cantilevered staircase.

It is upon reaching this lower level that visitors will be able to fully appreciate the unique design of the villa. The gargantuan, 12 x 8 metre, living and dining pavilion extends the full height of the building and features a marble floor underneath a vaulted roof supported by coconut-wood pillars on stone plinths. Furnished with rattan chairs and sofas, pendulous steel globe lanterns and Buddhist welcome statues, this pavilion represents open living at its very best, and is a fantastic venue for parties, receptions and functions. A small aviary is situated to one side, and a large hatch links the dining area with the fully equipped kitchen, where the cook will prepare a range of delicious Indonesian and Western meals. Next door is a toilet and a shower, and the laundry and staff quarters are situated at the back. The adjoining semi-circular timber deck overhangs the lush river valley and provides an alternative romantic dining area. Living jackfruit trees grow through holes that have been cut in the floor of the deck, creating a solution that blends style with nature without threatening the environment. A further example of environmental conservation is the water recycling system that has been devised for the 8 x 3 metre infinity edge swimming pool, the outdoor Jacuzzi, and the graceful cascade flowing down from the lotus pond above. Another Buddha statue rests within an alcove behind the cascade.

The Guest Room is situated at pool level, within the building that houses the Master Bedroom and Studio. Furnished with a dreamy four-poster bed, the Guest Room features a Palimanan stone floor, windows with sliding doors facing the valley, a dressing room, and a garden bathroom with a black terrazzo tub, shower and toilet.
Rustic stone steps lead down from the swimming pool to the lowest level, past an outdoor shower, a bed of beautiful white peace lilies, and a small lotus pond contained within a stone pot. At this level there is an open terrace overlooking a grassy meadow within the valley. Another wooden deck juts out to one side and a narrow path leads down to the river past a small temple and a coconut grove. On one side is a secret sanctuary, a traditional open pavilion, known as a ‘balé’, with a thatched roof and a raised teak floor scattered with cushions for relaxing. Even here, guests can enjoy music from the sound system, which boasts eight speakers directed towards every corner of the property. On the other side, a fully equipped gym provides the facility to maintain a daily fitness routine while appreciating the wonderful views.

The Master Bedroom, Guest Room, Studio and Study each feature individually controlled air-conditioning units and powerful ceiling fans to keep the rooms pleasantly cool. There are .telephone lines for IDD calls and in-house calls in each room, and also safety deposit boxes. At night the villa takes on a different persona, with cleverly concealed lighting. Guests will appreciate the fresh cool air, and will be serenaded by a chorus of frog song to the accompaniment of ritual music from the village temples and the constant murmur of the river.

There is a barbeque terrace at the front of the villa beside the rice fields and parking space for up to six vehicles. Due to the steep hillside elevation, the villa is not recommended for disabled people or young children.
Villa Vajra is situated in the quiet traditional village of Sebali in the district of Kaliki, an hour and fifteen minutes’ drive from Ngurah Rai international airport, and about ten minutes’ drive from the cultural town of Ubud. This remarkable town is Bali’s centre for fine arts, dance and music, and the surrounding villages are home to Bali’s most accomplished painters, dancers, musicians and carvers. It is located 300 metres above sea level in the foothills of the central mountain range; this gives it a fresher, more pleasant climate than the southern coastal regions. The numerous art galleries in Ubud display traditional and modern work; the museums showcase the island’s rich history, and the shops and the market stalls sell handicrafts, jewellery, woodcarvings, textiles, paintings and antiques. There are many, well-presented, cultural performances staged in the town, in particular the Hindu epic, the Ramayana; also the Kecak Dance, the Fire Dance, the Monkey Dance and the Legong Dance. The countryside around Ubud is particularly beautiful, with an abundance of trails offering memorable walks through the peaceful rice fields. The location is convenient for tours all over the island and is only a forty-minute drive from the coast.

Staff
Villa Vajra is fully serviced by:

• A Full-time House Manager
• Oversees and coordinates the staff and property and is available to assist guests during their stay.
• Two Cooks
• Trained in the preparation of both local and international cuisine. A menu is provided, and the cooks will do all the market shopping.
• Two Housekeepers
• Responsible for housekeeping duties and taking care of daily laundry.
• One Waitress
• Providing waitress service around the grounds and buildings of the property.
• One Gardener
• Tending the garden and the grounds of the villa.
• One Pool Tender
• Cleaning and maintaining the swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
• Two Security Guards
• Duties are to patrol the grounds and guard the entrance of the villa from dusk to dawn ensuring the security of the guests.

Entertainment

• Stereo music system for CDs and tapes
• Satellite TV
• DVD player.

Facilities

• Fully air-conditioned Master Bedroom with en-suite bathroom
• Fully air-conditioned Guest Bedroom with en-suite bathroom
• Fully air-conditioned Guest Room which can be configured either as two twins or with one queen-sized bed, with en-suite shower room
• Fully air-conditioned Study Room that doubles as a bedroom, with en-suite shower room
• Open-air Living and Dining Pavilion suitable for large parties and functions
• Exterior decks and terraces for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxing.
• Fully equipped gym
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Swimming pool and Jacuzzi
• Relaxation balé
• Tropical gardens
• Barbeque terrace
• Household staff
• Stereo system, Satellite TV, DVD Player
• Safety Deposit Boxes
• IDD Telephone
• Night security

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