Villa Senja Umalas
Umalas Bali Villas | 5 Bedrooms Villa

This property was actually built not for business purposes; but it is the realization of a dream, a genuine living house, designed to accommodate and fulfill the needs of a western family who spend much of their time in Bali. This private villa sits within the lush gardens of a considerable variety of tropical shrubs and trees.

This property was actually not built for business purposes; instead it is the realization of a dream, a genuine home and a living house, designed to accommodate and fulfill the needs of a western family who spend much of their time in Bali. This private villa sits within the lush gardens of a considerable variety of tropical shrubs and trees. The house has been lovingly furnished with antiques and artifacts from all over Asia.

This Villa offers a scenic view of terraced rice fields and privileged insight of rural Bali, yet the villa is only ten minutes drive from the boutique shops, nightlife and internationally acclaimed restaurants of the trendy Seminyak. The sweeping beach at Seminyak is renowned for its world-class surf breaks, panoramic coastline views and legendary sunsets. Umalas Riding Stables is less than two kilometers away and Nirwana Golf Course is a twenty-five minute driving away. The villa is just thirty minutes to reach from Bali International irport and also easy to reach all of the main shopping malls and tourist attractions.
 
Villa Senja was entirely designed by its owners, a labour of love reflecting a joint creative talent and a passion to preserve share and celebrate Indonesian heritage. The property is a romantic fusion of Colonial, Javanese, French and Chinese styles inspired by the owners travels and complemented by antique furnishings, artwork and treasures that have been gradually collected over the years. Comprised of three buildings with ironwood shingle roofs, the attention to detail is extraordinary. The structure of the villa is rich in history and features an abundance of antique Javanese teak wood and timber floors throughout. Each of the five bedrooms retains a distinct character of its own, and each is between 25 and 30 square meters in size, complete with an en-suite bathroom - with bathtub and shower - and private terrace or balcony with a hammock.
 
Living & Dining area
A narrow entrance hall presenting a Chinese theme with oriental fretwork screens and Chinese furniture leads the guest to the central jog 10 buildings. A wide doorway leads into the salon which is built around an antique Javanese, joglo house. A well stocked library is housed on the upper level of the salon and is complemented by Indonesian artifacts and a piano. Four steps lead down into the living and dining area with wooden floors, pendulous Javanese lanterns, ceiling fans and built in cushioned seating. A magnificent family dining table rests close to the kitchen beside a huge picture window. Folding antique doors composed of wood and glass open onto a 3.5 x 11 meters raised terrace overlooking the garden and swimming pool. Catching the cool breezes, with the added benefit of ceiling fans and sheltered from the elements by a wide roof, it doubles the living space and creates a delightful area for relaxing.
 
Kitchen
The large, fully equipped farmhouse kitchen is cozy and rustic with its thick walls and terracotta tiled floor. It also features antique wooden doorframes and lintels, a ceiling fan, and a chunky table for casual conversations over a cup of coffee. Outside is a small back kitchen set within its own courtyard, and enclosed by a traditional half wall with a short flight of steps. On the west side of the kitchen, French doors with glass panels open out onto a garden terrace sheltered by a pergola ablaze with pink and orange bougainvillea and furnished with a weatherworn bench for quiet contemplation.
 
Bedroom 1
A spacious air-conditioned bedroom on the ground floor of the two-storey side building, which is connected to the joglo building; features antique teak floorboards and a queen size bed hung with diaphanous drapes. Antique French doors open onto a colonial style verandah overlooking the garden and pool. The floor of the verandah is tiled with traditional patterned Javanese tiles under a roof supported by wooden pillars. The wooden floor extends into a pebbled courtyard festooned with plants cascading over a garden wall. Built-in shelving and alcoves provide ample storage space; the toilet is tucked away in one corner behind a half wall, and the shower cubicle is accented by a carved wooden surround.
 
Bedroom 2
Located downstairs in the side building, this air-conditioned bedroom features a four poster canopied bed and a wide cushioned seat built into a Moghul-inspired recess. The verandah terrace follows the style of an old colonial Javanese house The remarkable en-suite bathroom is truly unique. It incorporates the hand-carved wooden structure of an antique joglo (Javanese house) together with the intricately carved fretwork window panels of an old Javanese mosque. In the centre of the bathroom, under a pitched wooden ceiling, is a sunken octagonal bathtub, complete with rainshower. The shape of the polished concrete tub follows the form of the bay window.
 
Bedroom 3
Accessed by a stone staircase bordered by thick walls, this air-conditioned bedroom features a casement windows and a queen size four poster bed with muslin drapes; a balcony offers enchanting views of the garden and rice fields. A small spare bed is available if required. The en-suite bathroom is accentuated by boldly coloured cement walls harmonized with a carved wall panel. Warm antique timber floorboards, a chunky bathtub with a wooden surround, a toilet hidden within a recess, and coloured glass windows complete the picture.
 
Bedroom 4
A large air-conditioned bedroom upstairs is characterized by wooden shutters and casement windows together with a high roof, open beams, and an abundance of light. Furnished with a queen size bed, a cushioned bench-seat, and antique furniture, the fresh white walls are embellished with original artwork and an alcoves bookshelf. The en-suite bathroom is another outstanding masterpiece of interior design. The oversized white cement bath is a copy of a 1930s freestanding tub, and is complemented by a large 30s-style white pedestal washbasin, an oval mirror, a humorous painting, and antique floorboards.
 
Guest Bungalow & Bedroom 5
There is a self-contained guest bungalow located just a few meters from the main building and houses an air-conditioned bedroom, dressing room and garden bathroom. The colonial style bungalow is encompassed by a huge wrap-around terrace furnished with antique daybeds, an ornately carved Javanese marriage bed, lazy chairs and a hammock.
 
A dressing room, complete with coloured glass windows, is situated between the bedroom and the en-suite bathroom, and there is a separate toilet. The sunny garden bathroom boasts a freestanding tub, Palimanan stone walls, and Arabic fretwork stone windows. A shower cubicle with a lancet arched wooden surround completes the Moroccan theme. The pretty walled garden beside the bathroom is planted with hibiscus and a Dadap Merah tree.
 
The pool of 17 X 6 meters and 2,5 meters in depth is located in front of the main living-room verandah, the pool is set against a backdrop of rice fields; its shape following the curve of the rice terraces. The area is furnished with white sun beds, umbrellas and a hammock. At the bottom of the garden is an authentic wooden Javanese house. Complete with toilet and washroom, it can be used as a small fitness centre and is also another lovely spot for chilling out. The garden boasts a smooth lawn and an impressive collection of mature tropical trees including kapok, fig, breadfruit, flamboyant, orchid tree, fruit trees, palms, and many other colourful flowering shrubs.

STAFFS & SUPPORTS:
To keep privacy to every customer, this villa is looked so quiet but please be sure, there are enough staffs from gardeners and pool attendants, house maids, cooks, security guards to house manager are fully attentive working in hidden and silence to manage everything for you to guarantee your satisfactions during staying in this villa. They are attentive but not intrusive…

DETAIL OF VILLA FACILITIES:

• Welcome fruits and cold drinks upon arrival
• Five air-conditioned bedrooms and each rooms with a queen size bed, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower, and a private terrace or balcony with hammock
• High speed Broadband Internet access
• Satellite television, Stereo, DVD player
• Safety deposit box in each room
• Private pool 17 x 6 meters
• Authentic wooden Javanese house in the garden
• Guest capacity ideally 10-12 people as couples
• Additional bedding can be arranged
• Open plan living & dining area, Main Dining Table Seats 12 people
• Car parking for 4 cars.
• Car with driver is available for rent
• Complimentary Laundry Service (dry cleaning at cost)

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