Bali Villas Review

The Istana Villa

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Situated ocean front in Batubelig, behind a secluded lagoon, proudly sit the Bungadesa Villas. They boast styles and flavors from the gamut of the Indonesian archipelago. Rice-fields coyly play in the wind to the other side of the estate, and make this property one to be enjoyed by nature lovers and those drawn to the spirit of the island of Bali. The idyllic location of the estate, with its escapist feel from the busyness of downtown Kuta, Seminyak, and Oberoi, is ideally complimented by being only five minutes away from all the comforts of the luxury spas, five star restaurants, and thriving night-life that the area has to offer.

Comprised of four main structures, the Bungadesa Villas have been designed by their French owner to recreate the feeling of Indonesia that was to be had decades ago. At the same time all of the modern comforts and conveniences one could possibly seek are provided, including imported kitchen appliances, and an ever present but never imposing staff. All of the bedrooms are equipped with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, safes, telephones with internet access, and complete entertainment centers with surround sound.

Each villa in the estate boasts open living areas, tactfully situated for optimum views of the stunning scenery, yet all of the villas are fully protected from the elements. Every detail is immaculately taken into account. Promoting a feel of antiquity, the estate makes tasteful use of many of the prolific natural resources Indonesia has to offer, including bamboo, alang-alang (thatch), serap (ironwood), terrazzo, terracotta, palimanan stone, and benkrai wood. The furniture and decorations are composed of museum quality art and artifacts from Indonesia.

The grounds of the estate are covered in lush tropical gardens and a manicured lawn. Timor statues stand guard over a 12×4 meter overflow pool and accompanying relaxation bale. Fruit trees of every variety speckle the property, and tucked to one corner is a thriving vegetable garden, which provides fresh produce for your meals. If you prefer to swim or surf in the sea, a private bamboo raft is provided to ferry you over the small lagoon to the secluded beach.

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