VILLA DES INDES

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Villa Des Indes II marries the best of Bali with oomph, comfort and a dash of colonial extravagance. Part of the exclusive Laksmana Villas, this beautiful five-bedroom holiday home enjoys an enviable location, walking distance from exciting bars, highly-rated restaurants and the many pleasures of Petitenget Beach.

Just a hint of nostalgia can be found in its architecture, with five traditional Balinese-style pavilions set around two private swimming pools. At Villa Des Indes II, there’s no closeting yourself up, rather it’s all about open-concept living in breezy surroundings that are remarkably quiet given their proximity to Seminyak’s many attractions. Read a book at the shaded poolside balé, get an outdoor massage in absolute privacy on the massage terrace surrounded by lush greenery, or mix refreshing cocktails at the villa’s private bar. With plenty of room for everyone, this is the perfect option for a large group of friends and families who appreciate having their own space to retreat to, and a multitude of living areas for when they wish to socialise.

Within the vaulted, teak wood-lined pavilions is a wealth of colonial-style furniture, prized antiques, and Asian ceramics and artefacts. Blending in easily with this heritage influence, find contemporary luxuries such as dreamy four-poster beds, indulgent bathtubs, flat-screen televisions and Bose speakers. Not to mention the luxury of having a professional team of staff catering to your every whim including an accomplished chef who will be delighted to serve mouthwatering fare to your entire group. For more options, you could always stroll down the main Seminyak street and discover popular Bali restaurants and beach bars such as La Lucciola and Potato Head.

LOCATION :   Laksmana Villas, Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia

CAPACITY :   10 adults (5 bedrooms: 4 with king-size bed, 1 with twin convertible to king); extra beds may be set up on request (additional charge applies)

LIVING AREA: Large fan-cooled open-sided living pavilion with two seating areas and dining table for 10; poolside balé with comfortable cushions; bar terrace with seating; well-equipped kitchen; second living area and dining pergola alongside the smaller pool

POOL :  Main pool: 16m x 4m. 0.8m-1.7m depth; Secondary pool: 10m x 3m. 0.5m-1.6m depth

STAFF :  Villa manager; assistant manager; chef; cook; butlers/housekeeping; garden and pool staff; maintenance; security (night-time only at villa, 24-hour for estate).  Additional staff (babysitters, masseuses) available on request

DINING :   Breakfast is complimentary; priced menu of Western, Asian, vegetarian and children’s dishes for lunch and dinner; requests accommodated (including special diets)

COMMUNICATION :  Fibre-optic internet with WiFi; landline for local calls (international calls charged); mobile phone coverage; PABX system with connections in all rooms; printer and fax (on request).

ENTERTAINMENT : 47-inch curved TV with satellite channels in four bedroom; 43-inch TV in one bedroom; DVD players in all bedrooms; amplified and Bose speakers in living pavilion; books and magazines

FOR FAMILIES: Des Indes II makes a great villa choice for families.  Equipment at the villa includes a baby cot and high chair.  Many other items (including booster seat, baby bath and pool fence) can be supplied on request for a small additional charge

SPA: In-villa treatments selected from a comprehensive spa menu can be carried out by visiting spa therapists (extra cost applies)

ADDITIONAL FACILITIES: Barbecue; back-up generator; safety deposit boxes; 2 massage beds.