Villa Matahari
Villas within walking distance to the Beach - Canggu - Price range: From US$ 800 >Villa Matahari, located just footsteps away from the beach in the traditional, seaside and exclusive fishermen village of Seseh on Bali's southwest coast. The village, surrounded by a government protected rice field's green belt, is becoming the preferred destination for high end customers, who prefer to: live immersed in the untouched traditional Balinese culture; enjoy almost private and unspoiled beaches; ride the waves in Seseh surfing spots; taste fresh fish provided directly from the fishermen; assist to real Balinese ceremonies in the local temples, and relax in a tranquil atmosphere, but without renouncing to the luxury of some of the most stylish and luxurious Villas in Bali, and to the proximity of the busy areas of Kuta and Seminyak. Seseh retains the customs and culture of old Bali. Cows are herded through the fields, rice is planted and harvested throughout year, and the sound of ritual music is carried on the breeze.
Villa Matahari is a sumptuous, two storeys, four bedroom villas, characterized by open air tropical living rooms and an abundance of light, glass and space. This contemporary property embraces symmetry and exudes style, fusing some of the traditional Balinese architectural elements: like the pavilions, and the four sloped roofs with the modern concept of space and featuring crisp white walls, white terrazzo floors, iron wood shingle roofs and decks, and high quality furnishings. This luxurious property is ideal for weddings and events. It was completed in 2009 and has an interconnecting garden door to its sister villa Mahatma House, which presents a contrasting decor and theme next door. Both villas can therefore be rented together, presenting accommodation for up to 18 people.
Accommodation
There are four air-conditioned bedrooms with expansive en-suite bathrooms. The two Master Suites are located upstairs with beds oriented towards the beach, and there are two independent Garden Suites on a single storey pavilion. Every suite has audio visual facilities with LCD screens, satellite connection, internal telephone system, safety boxes, as well as an outside private chill out area. The open air living & dining area takes up the whole of the ground floor, incorporating a lounge with a 50" TV, DVD player and 5:1 Cinema Sound System. There is also a fully equipped kitchen, a laundry room, a storage room, staff room, 2 auxiliary patios, a Security Gazebo and an office for internal management. Facilities include: 24 hour free Wireless Internet access and an 18 m x 6.40 m. swimming pool.
Master Suites
The Master Suites are stylish, minimalist and extremely spacious, each is flanked by a private, open air, roof terrace for relaxing. The Master suites bedrooms feature large windows on three sides overlooking the garden. The king size bed in each room is oriented towards the sea, and there is a built in desk behind the bed. The expansive en-suite bathrooms are each fitted with a luxurious bathtub beside a wide window. There is a toilet on one side and a walk in rain-shower on the other side. A wide terrazzo vanity unit supports twin washbasins, and huge wall mirrors multiply the space. Fitted wardrobes provide plenty of hanging and storage space. Despite the abundance of windows, guests' privacy is cleverly protected by one-way mirror glasses.
Garden Suites
The Garden Suites are each furnished with a king size bed, built in desk and fitted wardrobe. Sliding doors open to the en-suite bathrooms, each of which is fitted with double washbasins, a bathtub, a toilet and walk-in rain shower behind separate doors, as well as a long wall mirror, and built in shelves. Glass doors in the garden suites open onto timber decks in private back gardens, while another set of glass doors opens in each onto a sitting area overlooking the pool. Each of the Garden Suites have an iron wood deck terrace with a private open air but covered chill out area, designed for relaxing and for enjoying private meals. This Iron wood deck guides to the swimming pool deck, to the main chill out, and to the other Garden Suite located at the other side of the swimming pool, giving it a sense of unity and reminding the deck of a port.
Entrance, Living & Dinning Room
The main access to the house, leads to the entrance hall through two huge ironwood sliding doors, that when opened, allows to see a handmade stone waterfall with the symbol of the house, an antique wooden carved retro-illuminated Matahari, which in Bahasa Indonesia means "sun" coming from Mata = eye and Hari = day, "the eye of the day". The Hall is flanked by two ponds with two enormous `made in situ´ white stone Buda heads, acting as waterfalls. The living and dining room area is open on three sides and covers most of the ground floor of the main building. The open plan design incorporates a TV lounge, accessed by wide stepping stones over an ornamental pond and furnished with a daybed. Complete with a 50'' LCD TV, DVD player and a top quality 5:1 Home Cinema sound system. The living area itself is the central focus. Aligned with the swimming pool and overlooking the garden, it is cooled by three ceiling fans. Presiding the space, there is a sitting Buda which is lightened during the night and reflects in the water of the swimming pool, giving and extraordinary sense of tranquility. The dining area is accessed by another set of stepping stones over an opposite pond with golden fish inside, and is furnished with a table for ten. There is also a guest toilet on the ground floor.
The Kitchen
The fully equipped modern kitchen is self contained and located close to the dining area for ease of service. It contains all of the facilities that the chef requires for the preparation of delicious meals, innovative buffets, and party snacks. Fine crockery and cutlery are complemented by a set of glasses for every type of drink. The fully equipped modern kitchen is self contained and located close to the dining area for ease of service.
Spa Services & Office
Villa Matahari offers internal spa services, including: facials, body treatment, various types of massage, pedicure, manicure, etc. provided by professional therapists on request at an extra charge. The office is located on the ground floor of Villa Matahari with direct access to the entrance of the house to avoid bothering the privacy of the guests and giving service to the villa and/or guests needs.
Garden & Pool
The 18 m. x 6.40 m. swimming pool is a stunning feature, which completes the symmetry of the property. The swimming has a 4 side overflow that simulates a flat mirror over the black volcanic stone of the external walls and light green stones on the inside. The interior green stones aided with the light of 10 powerful pool lamps invite to swim during the night when the magical atmosphere of Villa Matahari is revealed. The pool deck flanked by a pair of atmospheric, gas-fired fire bowls, which are lit at sunset, the meticulously designed illumination of the villa, the reflection of the Buda in the water, and the moon light through the coconut trees will give you so many nights to remember that you would like to come back every year. The large garden with its flat lawn is ideal for weddings, and celebrations. A central, open air lounge presents an additional chill out area; it is sheltered by a roof and presides over the pool.
Surroundings
The location offers direct access to the beach and easy access up to the mountains and rice terraces on the western slopes of the island; it is 40 minutes drive from the famous cultural and artistic town of Ubud, just 20 minutes drive from Seminyak and the Sunset Road, gateway to the eastern side of the island. It is only 5 minutes away from Tanah Lot, one of the main temples of Bali. It is also convenient for all of Bali's shopping malls and main tourist attractions. The international airport is 50 minutes' drive, depending on the traffic. The nearby 'Nirwana Bali Golf Course' designed by Greg Norman, and voted the number 1 golf course in Asia it is situated beside the dramatic waved-lashed sea temple of Tanah Lot. For horse lovers, the 'Umalas Equestrian Centre' is just a few kilometers away. Echo Beach at Canggu, which is bordered by a surfing reef and noted for a casual and lively beach-side dining scene, is a pleasant one-kilometer walk along the seashore. This is the place where the local community gathers in the evenings to watch the legendary sunsets. A variety of eating areas and tables spill out onto a beachside buff; there is a daily barbeque and live music on Sunday evenings.
Villa Matahari - Villa Rates
Validity: Until 31 December 2011
Validity: Until 31 December 2011
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- Rates
All rates are quoted in USD with the following benefits:
- Welcome drinks, cold towels and flowers on arrival
- 1 x Breakfast and snacks (first morning only)
- 1 x Lunch or Dinner with villa's chef
- 1 x Massage for all guests
- Daily replenished mineral water
- Internet connection
All rates subject to 10% government tax.
Long term and per bedroom rates are available upon request. - High & Peak Season Periods
High season period: July 1 - 31, September 1 - 15, Chinese New Year and Easter Week.
Peak season period: August 1 - 31 and December 20 - January 10.
Minimum stay: LOW season: 3 nights; HIGH season: 5 nights; PEAK season: 7 nights.
