Des Indes I

Description

Within Villa Des Indes I there are three separate early 20th century style pavilions with king sized antique Balinese beds, en-suite grand bathrooms and tropical outdoor showers. The Joglo is a peaceful centerpiece of Villa Des Indes I, an open-air living area that appears to be floating on water, surrounded by a 21-meter lagoon swimming pool that curves amidst the orchids and frangipanis. Complete with a table for fine dining set with antique cutlery and crockery, a relaxing lounge with plantation chairs in which you can while the evening away and comfortable corners to curl up in with an interesting book, the joglo typifies the best in tropical Asian luxury.

The skilled artisans of Demak in Central Java cleverly carved Joglo houses using traditional tongue and groove techniques, forgoing any use of nails in the design. Finely carved, the Joglo features finely carved pillars fluted with delicate floral patterns and symmetrical intricate layers of mandala style artwork in the ceiling. Set off to the left side of the Joglo is a bar area, a perfect spot for an afternoon snack. Two of the sleeping pavillions have wide verandahs and den-libraries full of interesting books, attached to the bedrooms. The third has an upper open pavilion for sunset cocktails with adjacent butler's pantry and guest toilet. The open pavilion houses a traditional Javanese day bed and an old Chinese rocking chair, a perfect shady area to disappear into with a book. Complete with a kitchenette/butler’s pantry, this self-contained pavilion is perfect for afternoon canapes and cocktails.

(Children are most welcome at Villa Des Indes. It’s important to inform us of the age of children in advance as some antiques may need to be re-appropriated to higher ground.)

The Bedrooms

There are three separate sleeping pavilions in Villa Des Indes I, two of which are Joglo style and house king size antique Balinese four poster beds. You will awake on Egyptian cotton sheets surrounded by one of Indonesia’s finest collection of antiques, wash in a pedestal washbasin or soak in a scented flower bath. The third pavilion also has a king sized antique bed and is designed with a slightly more contemporary feel with Dutch East Indes Travel Posters adorning the bedroom walls. A special feature here is the open air bath covered by an antique Bale and an upstairs open pavilion with day bed and antique chairs which is perfect for an afternoon siesta or sunset cocktails. Although surrounded by antiques, the bedrooms have flat screen TV with satellite and wireless internet connection.

The Joglo

The skilled artisans of Demak in Central Java cleverly carved Joglo houses using traditional tongue and groove techniques, forgoing any use of nails in the design. Finely carved, the Joglo features finely carved pillars fluted with delicate floral patterns and symmetrical intricate layers of mandala style artwork in the ceiling. The Joglo is a peaceful centerpiece, an open-air living area that appears to be floating on water, surrounded by a 21-meter lagoon swimming pool that curves amidst the orchids and frangipanis. Complete with a table for fine dining set with antique cutlery and crockery, a relaxing lounge with plantation chairs in which you can while the evening away and comfortable corners to curl up in with an interesting book, the joglo typifies the best in Bali luxury villa rental.

The Garden

An important feature in the design of Villa Des Indes I was the effect of being surrounded by water. This nobleman’s former residence appears to float on water with a twenty-one meter lagoon swimming pool surrounding the centerpiece joglo. Upon entering the property you are surrounded by an Asian fishpond with floating water lilies and teaming with koi fish, an amusing site to watch at feeding time! With traditionally carved antique stone dragon head water spouts blanketed in moss, the constant sound of gentle running water adds to the natural ambience of the residence. Tropical palms and fragrant frangipanis are so very relaxing instead. Statues hide amongst the foliage and orchids hang from shady trees. The garden has a calm and peaceful tranquility, truly a botanical paradise.

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Location

Addressed on Oberoi Street (officially called Laksmana Street), Villa Des Indes I strategically enjoys Seminyak area where you can easily access chic bars and restaurants such as La Lucciola and Ku De Ta. Canggu is within 15 minutes driving while international airport is about 20 minutes driving in accord with traffic condition. Gym is available on-site without any driving difficulties as well arranged massage time in-house.

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