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An arch of giant bamboo and an elaborate,
traditional Balinese gateway marks the entrance to Villa Sati. This
private, walled enclave on the grounds of
Vajra Villas is comprised of two thatched-roof pavilions
bordering a courtyard, a small garden and a pool.
The main two-storey pavilion is a jewel-like marriage of wood and
glass offering stunning panoramic views of the rice fields, allows
for an appreciation of the complexity and beauty of time-honoured
practices of rice farming. The area is also a birdwatchers’
paradise, and in every direction lies an invitation to leisurely
exploration. The caring staff provide a glimpse into the gentle
Balinese spirit, fulfilling their duties with enthusiasm and ready
smiles.
Deep in rural Bali, yet only a ten minute drive from Ubud, the
Island's cultural centre, Villa Sati appears to float upon its
surrounding rice fields. This one bedroom plus hideaway, complete
with plunge pool, takes its name from the Buddhist concept of
"mindfulness". It can be rented independently or in conjunction with
Villa Vajra.
The main two-storey pavilion is a jewel-like marriage of wood and
glass offering stunning panoramic views of the rice fields, allows
for an appreciation of the complexity and beauty of time-honoured
practices of rice farming. The area is also a birdwatchers’
paradise, and in every direction lies an invitation to leisurely
exploration. The caring staff provide a glimpse into the gentle
Balinese spirit, fulfilling their duties with enthusiasm and ready
smiles.
The villa has been appealingly appointed by the owners who
custom-designed the furnishings.
Living & Dining Room
The air-conditioned downstairs living-dining room has merbau wood
floors with stone borders, and contemporary upholstered furniture of
teak wood and rattan. Small bronze statues and artifacts reflect the
serene ambience of the villa. The desk overlooks the rice fields as
does the dining table, which is set in its own bay window; the
cushioned bench seat invites lounging, reading, bird-watching or
daydreaming. A teak unit houses a multi-channel satellite flat
screen TV, DVD player and quality sound system. The DVD library
offers a wide selection for movie viewing.
Kitchen & Food
Smoked glass doors slide open to reveal a small, fully-equipped
kitchen where guests are free to practice their own culinary skills.
The in-house cook will prepare your complimentary breakfast. A
special treat is fresh fruit, much of which is picked from the villa
gardens, which will appear as a coconut covered array or in the form
of freshly blended nectar. On request, Villa Sati’s talented chef
can prepare a wide selection of exquisite Balinese specialties and
delicious Western dishes. A separate staff entrance ensures privacy
when guests wish not to be disturbed.
Upstairs Convertible Loft
A merbau wooden staircase rises from the living room to a cosy
air-conditioned loft room that serves as a sitting/study room. Two
deeply cushioned sofas can also serve as twin beds or converted into
a queen-sized bed when needed. Three walls of screened glass windows
offer expansive views of the surrounding rice fields. A telescope is
positioned to magnify the panorama and the tropical vegetation of
the adjacent river valley. Midway down the staircase, the guest
bathroom has the requisite shower, wash basin and toilet – all with
a view!
Bedroom & En-Suite Bathroom
Across the courtyard is the northern pavilion with a soaring
intricately thatched roof. Sliding glass doors lead directly from
the pool deck into the spacious air-conditioned bedroom furnished
with a canopied queen-sized bed. A custom-made teak fitted wardrobe
houses a personal safe deposit box.
The inviting décor, with its merbau floor bordered by black stone
has a luminous deep purple wall which is interrupted by recessed
lighting niches. It is enlivened by five shimmering golden paintings
by a local Ubud artist. The elegant furnishings also include
cushioned water-hyacinth chairs and a table where your breakfast can
be served. Stereo speakers bring music from the sound system in the
living room.
The en-suite open-air bathroom is a thrilling counterpoint. It is
dominated by an over-sized Jacuzzi bathtub under a flowered pergola
of cascading thunbergia, bordered by thriving yellow bamboo,
orchids, ferns and elephant ears. The washbasin is hand-sculpted
from natural As throughout the villa, colourful original artwork
enhances the experience.
Plunge Pool & Courtyard
Sheltered within the textured stone walls is a small garden of
tropical flowering trees and plants, together with a cornflower blue
tiled plunge pool – 6.2 X 3.3 metres in size and 1.5 metres deep.
The pool is fed by water cascading down a rock wall. Beneath it a
sitting ledge invites a refreshing water massage after a busy day of
visiting the island.
The surrounding timber deck and courtyard is furnished with sunbeds.
A dining area is shaded by its own flower-draped pergola which is
ideal for barbecues and al fresco dining. In the centre of the
garden stands a tall Neolithic stone ‘guardian’ pillar from the
Indonesian island of Flores.
Location
Villa Sati is located in the quiet village of Sebali in the district
of Kaliki, an area of traditional rice fields and tree-filled
ravines which have been carved by rivers racing through fertile
volcanic soil.
The Villa is one hour and 15 minutes’ drive from Ngurah Rai
International Airport, a 50-minute drive from several of Bali’s
famed beaches, and about ten minutes from the town of Ubud. Its
central location makes it convenient for touring the island.
Situated 300 meters above sea level in the foothills of the central
mountain range, the region boasts a fresher, more pleasant climate
than the southern coastal regions. Ubud is Bali’s cultural centre;
each surrounding village features a different art form, with skills
handed down through the generations: painters, wood and stone
carvers, weavers, silver and goldsmiths, mask makers and dancers.
Ubud’s numerous art galleries and museums display works both modern
and traditional which reflect the Island's rich history. Shops and
market stalls sell handicrafts, jewellery, woodcarvings, textiles,
paintings and antiques. Visitors flock to the frequent cultural
dance performances, which are often performed in historic temples
and palaces.
Many of the dances are based on the Hindu epic, The Ramayana. Most
popular are the Kecak, Fire and the Legong Dances. Each village has
its own Gamelan orchestra.
Wherever you are the hypnotic rhythms of this staccato metallic and
bamboo music is rarely out of earshot The Balinese practice a unique
form of Hinduism. It is everywhere in evidence, a highly aesthetic
sensibility that pervades every aspect of daily life. Frequent
religious ceremonies, attended by beautifully costumed men and
women, are often open to visitors.
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