Villa Indah Manis
Villa Indah Manis is a peaceful 5-bedroom retreat that can sleep up to 16 guests. Complete with two swimming pools and a spa, it is operated along the lines of an intimate boutique hotel, and rests in a spectacular location upon ‘The Bukit’ - Bali’s southern peninsula. The property incorporates a completely self-contained 1-bedroom Honeymoon Suite with private pool, which can be rented independently.
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Surrounded by forest and rural scenes, Villa Indah Manis commands breathtaking views spanning the Indian Ocean and the southernmost tip of the island all the way up the west coast past Jimbaran, the airport, Kuta and Canggu, and inland to Bedugul. On a clear day, the awesome vista takes in Mt Batu Karu together with the volcanoes of East Java. This beautiful area boasts some of the most idyllic beaches in Bali, including Balangan, Dreamland, Bingin and Padang Padang. These hidden, white sandy coves are great for both surfers and non-surfers alike.
Designed to maximise the views and catch the cool breezes even at the hottest time of year, the property offers a blend of air-conditioned comfort and tropical open-air living. It is composed of a series of pavilions, with a dramatic 14-metre lap pool, complemented by a flat green lawn, terraces ornamental ponds and water features. All of the bedrooms are equipped with safe deposit boxes and hairdryers, and additional TVs can be provided upon request.
The property is built to be functional, designed around weddings, parties and celebrations. A full service kitchen provides the facilities to cater for up to eighty guests, all of whom can be seated on the terrace. The main garden can accommodate the same number for a Champagne reception, and the open-air bar is also a suitable area for stand-up cocktails. The pool can be covered with a temporary platform to create a dance floor or a stage for a live band. The terrace and lawns are also perfect for dance performances, and barbeques, which are a specialty of the villa. The modern Balinese architecture makes use of local materials, such as white Palimanan stone, teakwood and sandwash, together with ’sirap’ ironwood shingle for the roofs.
Living & Dining Pavilion
Approached via a wide paved driveway, guests enter the property to find a pathway lit by lanterns and lined with palm trees. The 13 x 6 metre Living & Dining Pavilion is the focal point and social hub of Villa Indah Manis, boasting a graceful shingle roof unobstructed by pillars, therefore giving it the appearance of a floating structure. Open on four sides with sliding glass doors at the front, which can be closed for protection against the elements, the pavilion is flanked by a lotus pond and serenaded by the mellow sound of water bubbling over ornamental urns. A stepping stone bridge marks the entrance, and the soaring roof is lined with bamboo. The pavilion is furnished with a modern dining table that can comfortably seat fourteen. The custom-made furnishings and accessories include three deeply-cushioned sofas, lazy chairs, sideboards, coffee tables, two impressive wrought iron chandeliers, ceiling fans and candelabra.
Bar
A stand-alone teakwood Bar rests at the edge of the pool terrace to one side of the Living & Dining Pavilion. This square Bar is characterised by an ‘alang alang’ thatched roof and furnished with ten high chairs. The slatted wooden sides have been cleverly designed to hide some discreet lighting, which means that the bar dramatically lights up at night.
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Pool & Garden
The 14 x 4 metre, infinity-edge lap pool is lined with green Java stone, and appears to overflow into the forest below. At the far end, it is sensationally suspended eight metres above the ground and the water is 1.4 metres in depth. There is a 60-centimetre shallow end for kids, and this part of the pool is also very pleasant for sitting in. The terrazzo pool deck is furnished with stylish, high quality, lightweight metal sunloungers and Chinese-style sun parasols. Mini parasols are also to be found throughout the property for the use of guests. There are numerous relaxation areas, strategically positioned in the shade, so that guests will always find a private spot for peace and quiet.
The garden is planted with frangipani and flowering shrubs, and adorned with pots of bougainvillea and a carved frieze depicting characters from The Ramayana.
Maharajah Room & Games Area
Two sets of steps lead down to a lower level, below the garden and swimming pool. This area houses a cosy snug known as The Maharajah Ro
