Full Description: Completed at the end of 2008, Villa Batavia in popular Seminyak is quite
different from any other luxury villa that you will see in Bali, and one that -
even at such an early stage of its operation - is destined to become a Bali
classic. Forget the popular minimalist design, which has dominated Bali’s villa
scene for the last few years, because at Villa Batavia post-minimalism roars
into eclecticism and revels in romance.
At Villa Batavia, everything possible has been considered for the comfort and
entertainment of the guests. Not only is the property a handcrafted masterpiece
of design, elegance and luxury, but it also seamlessly and sensitively combines
hi-tech amenities with its historical theme.
About
The majestic four-bedroom Villa Batavia, complete with its freeform swimming
pool and children’s pool, is set upon 1,100 square metres of land, within the
luxurious Laksmana Villas private estate, just footsteps away from the Indian
Ocean at Seminyak Beach on Bali’s southwest coast. Designed by the acclaimed
Balinese architect, Putu Edi Semara, and influenced by various legendary
colonial-style hotels, the property captures the architectural heritage of
Asia's crossroads, following a colonial theme with high ceilings and art deco
furniture. This is complemented by a crisp white exterior, a breezy colonnaded
walkway with arched glassless windows, fish ponds, terracotta tiled roofs,
louvre shutters, and colonial-style verandahs. Oozing with visual texture and
lush fabrics, the sensual interiors reflect the travels and passions of the
owners, who invite guests to share and celebrate the rich heritage of Asia.
Guests can enjoy an eclectic collection of objets trouvés and artwork including
old postcards, maps, silver pots, colonial prints, Tiffany lamps, stained glass,
rich textiles and rattan furnishings.
The villa is comprised of three buildings linked by a covered pergola and a
cloister-style walkway hung with custom made colonial-style glass lanterns. The
first building is the guest wing, complete with the living and dining room. The
second building houses the reception hall and cocktail lounge, and the third
building is the master wing. The staff service area, together with laundry and
back-up generator set, is unobtrusively tucked out of the way at the back of the
property.
Each of the four suites at Villa Batavia is equipped with a mini-bar fridge, a
safe deposit box, an independently controlled cable TV and DVD player, and a
Bose iPod dock. WiFi high speed Internet is accessible throughout the property.
There is also a remote Bose music system featuring a huge, comprehensive music
library. No expense was spared in the creation of this remarkable residence, the
owners’ priority was to be gracious to the environment and the villa has
therefore been designed to be as efficient and as environmentally-friendly as
possible. No chemicals are used in the pool; instead it employs a salt water
system that is soft on the earth and gentle on the skin, while the gin-clear
fishponds employ bio-technology.
Bedrooms
The Master Wing houses an upstairs master suite, with a timber floor, sumptuous
en-suite bathroom, a large verandah and a small adjoining study room with a
desk. Downstairs is another capacious master suite incorporating a pillared
verandah and a garden bathroom fitted with a bathtub and outdoor shower.
The Guest Wing presents two ground floor bedrooms. One of the en-suite bathrooms
is characterised by an open-air shower, and the other by an eye-catching stained
glass window. Every suite in the villa is different, and all of the en-suite
bathrooms are air-conditioned with timber floors, together with non-slip acid
marble floors in the walk-in showers. Guests are in for a treat with the
provision of four poster beds crafted from aged teak and reproduction pedestal
washbasins. Furthermore, the master bathrooms boast opulent copper bathtubs.
Living and Dining
The 60-square metre, living and dining room is positioned on the upper floor in
close proximity to the modern and fully equipped, state-of-the-art kitchen. The
living area presents a home theatre fitted with a large screen TV/DVD player. It
is furnished with deeply cushioned sofas, chairs, and original chandeliers from
Solo City in Java. Guests will relish the stunning views of clear open skies
over the neighbouring Balinese rooftops, temples, palm trees and, on a clear
day, the Island’s distant volcanoes. This delightful room is cross ventilated by
the sea breezes that blow through the shuttered windows, which are further
characterised by bevelled glass. Alternatively guests can close the windows for
air-conditioned comfort. The dining experience, meanwhile, is enhanced with the
finest white bone china crockery and silver plated cutlery.
Cocktail Lounge
A favourite area with guests is the upstairs cocktail bar complete with a
mirrored antique buffet, mood lighting and a comfortable upholstered sofa and
chairs. There is also a computer for guest use. The owners have paid a lot of
attention to the wine list and are proud to present an impressive selection of
fine wines from around the world.
Reception
Guests will enter the villa through a magnificent reception hall, located on the
ground floor of the central building. Furnished with rattan planter chairs and
sofas and complemented by parlour palms, this regal room opens straight onto the
swimming pool. The splendid floor is composed of black and white granite tiles
laid to form a traditional diagonal chequerboard pattern.
Pool and Garden
Villa Batavia is set within a beautiful walled garden complete with an 18-metre
freeform swimming pool that is reminiscent of a river pool. There is also a
separate children’s pool complete with a bridge across to an island. This lovely
area is planted with fruit trees, fragrant frangipanis and ferns, complemented
by two waterfalls and a large rock wall with a water cascade. Every need has
been considered and a guest washroom is available for pool users, accessible
from the garden. A secure parking area provides space for motorbikes and two
cars.
Steam Room and Spa
On the ground floor of the Master Wing is an ornate Moroccan-style steam room
with colourful mosaic tiles, a domed roof, built-in bench seating, and an
enticing, two-tiered, coldwater fountain in the centre. Traditionally, Moroccan
baths are places to meet and enjoy conversation, so the temperature is therefore
not too hot. The aromatic steam opens the pores, cleanses the skin and helps to
relax aching muscles. Next to the steam room is an air-conditioned massage room
with a massage couch and amenities.
Food and Beverage
Villa Batavia’s two top class chefs can prepare anything from snacks up to
five-course gourmet dinners, or other requests as required. A full international
menu is available with a broad choice of complimentary breakfasts ranging from
hearty American to Continental or Indonesian, as well as a Healthy option. The
full lunch and dinner service is a dining delight where guests can enjoy all
manner of food service in a choice of relaxing environments. Guests can opt to
dine in the comfort of the air-conditioned Dining Room; the dining table can
accommodate large groups, and is also the perfect setting for a formal dinner
party. Alternatively, for a more intimate or casual experience, the balcony and
verandah in the master wing are lovely spots for couples to enjoy breakfast,
lunch or dinner together. Additionally, for a romantic dinner experience, the
staff can set up a candlelit table in the garden. The fine-dining menu includes
appetisers such as spicy chicken pomelo salad, prawn rolls and chicken teriyaki
salad, while soups include pumpkin ginger and tom yam gong. This can be followed
by dishes such as peppered tuna, seared scallop, red chilli crab, honeyed
chicken, sweet soy pork ribs, Australian beef tenderloin, Viennese schnitzel and
lobster thermidor, complete with stunning presentation and exemplary service.
Finally, the wicked dessert menu presents pannacotta, crème brülée, chocolate
cake, cappuccino caramel and more. The villa also provides a
realistically-priced beverage selection, offering both alcoholic and
non-alcoholic drinks, together with the owners’ carefully selected collection of
fine wines from around the world. Additionally, Villa Batavia offers
complimentary tea and coffee.
Staff
Villa Batavia is supported by a carefully selected team of highly trained,
friendly staff who will do their best to ensure that their guests experience a
truly enjoyable stay in Bali. The team is headed by Jun, the villa manager, who
will oversee and coordinate the staff and property, and is available to assist
guests during their stay. The team also includes two in-house chefs, butlers,
housekeepers, gardeners, pool attendants and security guards operating on a
24-hour shift basis. The chefs are highly accomplished in the preparation of
both local and international cuisine, and are responsible for all the market
shopping, in accordance with the needs and the whims of the guests. The
housekeepers fulfil all of the housekeeping duties while also taking care of the
daily laundry. Baby-sitting and spa services and the facilities of a car and
driver are also available.
Location
Villa Batavia rests within Seminyak’s Golden Triangle—a safe, up-market
neighbourhood that is home to some of the classiest properties on the island.
The location is close to the prestigious Oberoi and Legian Hotels, and
convenient for all of Bali’s main shops, malls and tourist attractions, in
addition to a plenitude of lavish spas, chic lounges and vibrant nightspots.
Furthermore, the villa is only 20 minutes' drive from Bali’s international
airport.
The property is just a short stroll from the sweeping Petitenget Beach, which is
well-known for its world-class surf breaks, panoramic coastline views and
picture-perfect sunsets. A wide choice of world-renowned, fine dining
restaurants, including the famous Ku Dé Ta, Hu’u, Living Room, La Lucciola,
Sarong, Breeze at The Samaya, and Blossom at Sentosa, are all less than a
kilometre away, and the area also boasts a plethora of designer boutiques.
Nearby places of interest include one of Bali’s most sacred Hindu temples, Pura
Petitenget, the fourth largest temple in Bali, where some of the most
spectacular Balinese ceremonies may often be witnessed.
The location of Villa Batavia offers easy access up to the mountains and rice
terraces on the western slopes; it is one hour from the famous cultural and
artistic town of Ubud, and just five minutes’ from the start of the Sunset
Route, gateway to the eastern side of the island. The nearby ‘Nirwana Bali Golf
Course’ designed by Greg Norman was voted the number 1 golf course in Asia and
lies beside the dramatic, waved-lashed sea temple of Tanah Lot. For horse
lovers, the ‘Umalas Equestrian Centre’ is just a few kilometres away, while
tennis and squash amenities are available at a number of the neighbouring hotels
Rates are subject to 5,5% Service Charge and 10% Government Tax.
Seasons: LOW SEASON: Jan 11th to May 31th,
Sep 16th to Dec 19th
(Excludes Easter & Chinese New Year) HIGH SEASON: Jun 1st to Sep 15th, Easter & Chinese New Year (Dates vary yearly) PEAK SEASON: Dec 20th to Jan 10th
Property Details
(Fully) equipped kitchen
24/7 security
Air conditioning
Audio/Home theater
Balcony
Broadband Internet
Cook
DVD/CD
Garden
IDD telephone
Maid service
Parking
Plasma/LCD TV
Private pool
Safety deposit box
Satellite/Cable TV
Sundeck
Neighbourhood Features
Close to beach
Fitness Club/Center
Horseback riding
Nightlife
Restaurants
Shops
Spa/Jacuzzi
Sports Complex
Surfing
Address: Laksmana Area: Seminyak Property Name: Villa Batavia Country: Indonesia Neighbourhood: Oberoi Beds: 4 Baths: 4 Floors: 2 Year Built: 2008
Phone: 62-361-8639010 Mobile: +6281353033777 Fax: 62-361-735415 Homepage: http://www.balivillarent.com Info: For a great holiday villa in Bali, book with Bali Villa Rent
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