I’ve just spent a week with a friend at this villa, and I can say I highly recommend it.
The villa itself is like a cocoon of peace in an other-wise busy area. My friend and i ventured out to some restaurants both nearby in Canggu and a bit further in Seminyak, but back at the villa, chef Wayan never failed to surprise with awesome meals. They have their own espresso machine, but in the mornings [before breakfast] we went for an early coffee at a nearby bakery, called Monsieur Spoon, as it proved to be quite the center of action and fresh croissants. Locally, Dandelion Restaurant was a great find, and in Kerobokan/Seminyak, my favorite was a rib place called "Hog Wild in Bali”.
The three things that struck me about Bali island, also struck me about the villa: the natural beauty, the friendly, smiling people and the exotic atmosphere.
I wish i could have spent 2 weeks rather than one, but there’s my excuse to come back! The layout of the walkways, courtyards, pools, fish ponds, towers and lush abundance of plants and trees was a real stress-melter; I felt like the need to “think” had been removed from life. The service matched the food and and exotic setting -- 6-star. The setting is intimate, and private too, as each bedroom is set in it’s own building.
Every evening, we were on station for a "sundowner" drink at what amounts to your own personal bar and viewing station overlooking the waves and beach.
I guess it's not surprising that others have discovered the Canggu area as we saw hordes of young westerners taking in the beaches, surf and nightlife. In fact, just 15 minutes along the beach, there is a group of bars and restaurants with standing-room-only crowds taking in late afternoon happy-hours. While not my style, it’s a good example of the nearby beach life and of the varied things to do. I was happy that the villa was well separated from all this!
My only advice is, don’t try to do too much outside, as its just so nice to relax in the expanse of this villa; plus it gives you time for a daily massage. I can honestly say that i wish i had had more meals, massages and margaritas [the 3 M’s] at the villa and less outings!
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