Full Description: Villa Mako is a peaceful 3-bedroom retreat, complete with swimming pool,
located in a quiet traditional village above a small river valley. The
single-storey villa is neo-colonial in style, similar to the Dutch guesthouses
of the Javanese and Malay hill stations, characterised by louvre shutters, old
teak doors, and spectacular high wooden ceilings built of seasoned timbers. The
eclectic interiors reflect the travels and passions of the owners, introducing
Balinese and Javanese antiques, combined with a bold use of colour to create a
very personal atmosphere.
Designed to maximise the natural light, and catch the cool breezes even at the
hottest time of year, the property offers a blend of air-conditioned comfort and
open-air tropical living. Its elevated position, meanwhile, affords beautiful
open views over the pool to a jungle canopy against a backdrop of rice terraces.
The furnishings and decorations include large mirrors, armchairs, cushions and
loungers that focus on comfort as well as style. There are numerous relaxation
areas, together with a huge amount of covered space, so guests will always find
a private spot for peace and quiet. In fact, a large family or group of people
could stay at the villa and still lose each other within its depths. In addition
to this, guests have the choice of three different eating areas, all of which
present a unique ambience.
An advanced water filter system is used throughout the villa, raising the
quality of the tap water to provide a pure drinking water source in the kitchen,
with drinking water also supplied to the bathrooms and bedrooms.
There is an on-site laundry and plenty of storage space for luggage.
Entrance
The villa is approached via a private driveway with a secure car parking area.
Two Chinese welcome statues guard the entrance beside a set of double Balinese
doors, which open to reveal a covered walkway with a pitched roof, ensuring that
there is no danger of getting wet during the rainy season. The walkway
circumvents a lotus pond complete with a bubbling water feature in its centre.
Kitchen
Unlike many villas in Bali, where the kitchen is tucked away at the back of the
property, the large and immaculate open kitchen at Villa Mako is a feature in
itself, situated on one side of the lotus pond. Cream terrazzo work surfaces are
flanked by well-stocked glass-fronted cupboards full of sparkling tableware. The
kitchen is fully equipped with a sizeable refrigerator, an oven with a large gas
hob, and everything else that the staff will need to create delicious meals.
Wayan is an excellent cook; a menu is provided showing the dishes that she can
prepare, and she is also very happy to work with other recipes and ingredients.
Breakfast area
To one side of the kitchen, overlooking the lotus pond is a breakfast area.
Javanese-style glass lanterns hang from the ceiling, together with paddle fans.
The circular marble-topped breakfast table is flanked by six chairs with
brightly coloured yellow green and orange cushions matched by a decorative panel
on the wall. A guest washroom is located next door.
Media Room
Bordering the lotus pond is a cosy media room, reminiscent of a wooden chalet,
and furnished with an oversized sofa with deep cushions in gorgeous shades of
green, turquoise and orange. Colourful artwork adorns the walls, and there is
also a sofa-bed, a leather lazy rocking chair, a double-decker coffee table,
some attractive lamps, shelf units, and a leather woven mat on the floor. The
room is built around four recycled timber pillars that support the roof. Folding
doors open directly on to the lotus pond, so that the pavilion appears to float.
Guests can relax in air conditioned comfort or they can open the doors wide and
be cooled by ceiling fans and natural breezes.
The Media room is equipped with a TV together with DVD/CD players, and dial-up
Internet access. A small Vaio laptop computer has been installed for those who
would rather not bring their own. The high quality sound system is linked to
speakers all around the villa, or alternatively music can simply be contained
within the media room. There is a connection to the amp for those who want to
listen to music stored on their personal iPods or laptops.
Main Hall
The central focus of the villa is the magnificent main hall, an expansive living
and dining area with folding doors on either side that open wide to allow the
cool breezes to circulate. The soaring roof in this splendid pavilion is 8.5
metres high, and supports paddle ceiling fans. The hall is furnished with a
formal teak dining table that comfortably seats ten and is lit by pendulous
globe-shaped lanterns. Traditional Indonesian artefacts are displayed on wall
shelves, while chairs and a huge daybed, complete with an abundance of cushions,
is positioned around a funky coffee table. Lamp-stands in the form of wooden
Javanese statues, together with a huge, crystal wall mirror, complete the
picture of luxury. Folding doors composed of wood and glass open onto a sunny
Batu Yogya stone terrace, which doubles the living space of the hall making it a
perfect venue for parties.
Bedrooms
Each of the three air-conditioned bedrooms presents a theme; each boasts an
en-suite bathroom, and each is equipped with air-conditioning, ceiling fans, a
mini-bar/fridge and safe deposit box. The two master bedrooms enjoy soaring
roofs and magnificent views together with sunny balconies at the front,
furnished with lazy chairs, overlooking the garden and pool. Fitted with ceiling
fans, the balconies are great spots for relaxing with morning tea or afternoon
cocktails.
The Bali Room is furnished with a super-king-size four-poster bed canopied with
the traditional hand-woven textile known as ‘ikat’. The room features polished
teak floors and French windows with louvre shutters, which open out onto the
terrace and balcony. Antique furniture, bedside tables and lamps create a
romantic ambience. Timeworn stained glass doors lead into a large dressing room
with a Batu Yogya stone floor, a massage bed and an abundance of cupboards with
antique louvre doors. This room can also be used for nursery, and a cot can be
provided. Another colonial style door leads into the expansive cream-coloured
terrazzo bathroom, featuring ‘his and hers’ washbasins resting upon a terrazzo
vanity unit. There is also a huge wall mirror, hanging lamps, ceiling fans, an
alcoved toilet, and a powerful overhead rainshower complemented by the
thoughtful provision of a handheld shower. A glass skylight in the roof allows
the sunlight to stream in above a sunken sculptured terrazzo bathtub, which is
big enough for two. Decorative green bamboo trunks in terrazzo pots add to the
tropical feel.
On the opposite side of the terrace, double doors open into the Colonial Room
with its lovely polished teak floor, and a super-king-size four-poster bed with
white drapes and snakeskin cushions. A gold-framed mirror hangs on the wall and
French windows with louvre shutters enhance the colonial theme. The bedroom is
furnished with a desk, armchairs, and an ottoman at the end of the bed, and
there is a dressing area with fitted cupboards. The en-suite bathroom is
L-shaped; fixtures and furnishings include an oversized sunken sculptured
terrazzo bathtub, ‘his and hers’ washbasins, a toilet hidden within an alcove,
hanging lamps, a rainshower with a handheld shower, a massage bed and ceiling
fans. The bathroom has an open air feel, due to the provision of glass windows
in the roof, maximising the natural light.
The Bamboo Room is accessed by double antique doors, and can be set up with two
beds for younger guests or as double room. The en-suite cream terrazzo bathroom
features twin washbasins, a toilet hidden within an alcove, ceiling fans, and a
rainshower with a handheld shower. Glass windows in the roof maximise the
natural light.
Garden & Pool
A wrought iron gate heralds the entrance to a central flight of steps leading
down to the pool through an avenue of umbrella ferns. The beautiful garden then
rolls down to a river located behind its boundary walls. The garden is dotted
with sweet-scented frangipani and orchids, and bordered by mature trees
including teak, coconut palms, and a towering breadfruit tree. On either side of
the garden is a banana, palm and pandanus plantation.
Although the gate is an attractive feature in itself, this with an adjoining
fence separates the main house from the pool to ensure the safety of any young
children staying at the property.
The 18-metre mango-shaped swimming pool is 1.5 metres deep with a large platform
area just 15 centimetres deep for kids. The cobalt-blue tiled pool is filled
with light salt water instead of chlorine, and is equipped with an innovative
filtering system utilising pure water from the villa’s own bore.
The stone pool terrace is furnished with six sunloungers, table and chairs, four
large Balinese parasols, and two poolside statues of Balinese gods and
goddesses. On one side is a barbeque ‘bale’ pavilion, with a thatched ‘alang
alang’ roof, a dining table for six, a fridge, a fan, an intercom to the house,
speakers for the sound system, and a sink. A washroom is located behind the
pavilion, and the staff will prepare barbeques beside the pool. Additionally,
there is a poolside reading bale, fitted with bamboo blinds, a fan, and a
colourful mattress and cushions.
Twelve flaming torches at night cast a stunning reflection of the Balinese
parasols within the still water of the pool, turning the scene into a romantic
little paradise, serenaded by a chorus of frog song.
At the bottom of the garden is a rustic brick wall with a door opening onto the
river bank; here guests will find a simple and private riverside bale, perfect
for meditation. This is also the site of a holy spring, where offerings to the
gods are made by the local villagers. Eighty metres along the river-bank is the
village temple. Guests will be welcomed at temple festivals, some may even be
lucky enough to witness a barong dance or other Hindu ceremony. The villa staff
will be happy to help with ceremonial clothing and advice on etiquette.
Location
Villa Mako is hidden away in the traditional village Tiyingtukul, just five
minutes’ drive from the beach at Canggu on Bali’s south west coast. This out of
town setting offers the double attraction of being close to everything that
guests might need, while also presenting a fascinating insight into the
traditions of rural Bali. The neighbouring Echo Beach, with its world-class surf
breaks and panoramic coastline views, is the place where the local community
gathers in the evenings to watch the legendary sunsets. The trendy Seminyak area
is just twenty minutes’ drive from the villa, presenting an exciting nightlife,
together with an abundance of trendy boutiques, luxurious spas, and
internationally acclaimed restaurants – including the famous ‘Ku Dé Ta’, ‘Kafé
Warisan’, ‘Living Room’, ‘Hu’u’ and ‘La Lucciola’.
The location of Villa Mako offers easy access up to the mountains and rice
terraces on the western slopes of the island, and is just twenty minutes’ drive
from the Sunset Route, gateway to the eastern side of the island. The
international airport is between twenty-five and thirty-five minutes’ drive
depending on the traffic. The location is also convenient for all of the
shopping malls and main tourist attractions. Easily accessible sporting
amenities include the ‘Canggu Club’, just eight minutes’ away, and the nearby
‘Nirwana Bali Golf Course’. Designed by Greg Norman, this was voted the number 1
golf course in Indonesia; it is situated beside the dramatic, waved-lashed sea
temple of Tanah Lot. For horse lovers, the ‘Umalas Equestrian Centre’ is just a
few kilometres away.
Villa rates are subject to an additional surcharge of 15.5% for taxes (10% VAT)
and service (5.5%).
Seasons: LOW SEASON: January 9 - May 31 (excl. Easter & Chinese New Year Week), September 16-December 14 inclusive HIGH SEASON: June 1 - September 15 inclusive, Chinese New Year & Easter Week PEAK SEASON: December 15 -January 8 inclusive
Property Details
(Fully) equipped kitchen
24/7 security
Air conditioning
Audio/Home theater
Balcony
Barbecue
Broadband Internet
Cook
DVD/CD
Garden
Gazebo
IDD telephone
Maid service
Private parking
Private pool
Safety deposit box
Satellite/Cable TV
Sundeck
Neighbourhood Features
Horseback riding
Sports Complex
Area: Canggu Property Name: Villa Mako Country: Indonesia Neighbourhood: Tiying Tutul Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Year Built: 1998
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