Des Indes Villa II. Seminyak, Bali
Des Indes Villa II description
Welcome to Des Indes Villas II – an exceptional fully staffed
luxury villa set within the ultra-exclusive gated Laksmana Estate in
Seminyak’s most sought-after locale, moments from Petitenget Beach.
Named after Holland’s legendary Hotel Des Indes from the Dutch East
Indies era, this heritage-meets-contemporary-chic villa comprises a
series of individual living and sleeping pavilions set in tropical
gardens with swimming pool, balés, sun decks and koi ponds.
The five-bedroom, two-pool Des Indes Villa II spotlights a more contemporary interpretation of the traditional joglo.
Soaring columns support the vaulted roof in its large open-sided living
pavilion edged by koi ponds facing a 16-metre pool. Another living area
and two bedroom pavilions border a second 10-metre pool.
The bedroom suites are impeccably proportioned, with floors of
polished teakwood and Palimanan stone under vaulted, teak ceilings. An
eclectic collection of colonial-style furniture, prized antiques,
precious Asian ceramics and artefacts, oriental rugs and art books adorn
every room. Expect more contemporary luxuries too – top-range King Koil
mattresses, crisp cotton bed linen, large TVs with satellite channels
in every bedroom, and statement bathtubs in marble-lined bathrooms.
Out of sight but always on hand are the villa butlers, ready to meet
your every whim – whether an espresso served on your bedroom veranda, an
ice-cold Bintang by the pool, silver service afternoon tea in the joglo or living pavilion.
Each day is magical here. Start with an energy-boosting tropical
breakfast then pick up one of the many books lying around, and retreat
to an antique daybed or poolside balé.
Take a siesta on a sun lounger then cool off in the pool. Stroll to Ku
De Ta for sunset cocktails, then return home for a gourmet candle-lit
dine created by your accomplished chef. Finally, retreat to the
air-conditioned comfort of your spacious bedroom, sink into a
petal-strewn bathtub and finally retire to your four-poster bed. Repeat
the next day!
With warm heartfelt service, wonderful surroundings, and a stellar
beach-in-five Seminyak location, Des Indes Villas II is perfect for
five-star-seeking, fun-loving families and friends.
The huge fan-cooled open-sided living pavilion – its soaring
teak-lined roof supported on massive wood pillars – is the villa’s
social hub. Opening onto the swimming pool and surrounded on three sides
by koi ponds dotted with islands of heliconia blooms, this is
Bali-style living at its best. Old-style cane sofas and planters chairs
are arranged around coffee tables in two distinct seating areas, and ten
guests may gather around the teak dining table in cushioned comfort.
Across the koi pond is a bar area with antique style seating and,
behind the service bar, a very well-equipped kitchen with sophisticated
coffee maker and wine fridge. On the other side of the main pool, facing
a sun terrace fringed with sun-loungers, is a large cushion-covered
bale.
A second fan-cooled living area, richly decorated with antique Indonesian furniture, faces the villa’s smaller swimming pool.
Des Indes Villa II’s five bedrooms are spacious and handsomely
designed, with teakwood-lined vaulted ceilings, custom-designed display
cabinets, and polished wood floors embellished with oriental rugs. Four
feature a king-size four-poster beds swathed in mosquito netting, while
twin beds (that convert to a king if preferred) rest under a towering
mosquito net in the fifth bedroom.
The colonial-style furniture and striking art and artefacts provide a
rich visual counterpoint to the ultra-modern 47-inch curved TVs with
satellite channels and DVD players. The upstairs bedroom has its own
roof terrace, two ground floor bedrooms open onto the main pool terrace,
and two face each other across the second pool. All five feature fans
and air-conditioning as well as a beautifully decorated air-conditioned
marble bathroom with dressing area, bathtub, twin basins, and walk-in
shower enclosure.
Location
The Laksmana Estate, 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 areas
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).
Transport
The villa’s central Seminyak location means many attractions are
within easy walking distance. If transport is required, the villa
manager will happily call one of the island’s safe and reasonably priced
metered taxis, or organise the hire of a car and driver.
Additional facilities
Barbecue; back-up generator; safety deposit boxes; 2 massage beds.
Property area
1,080 sqm (land); 515 sqm (build).
- Property Type
- Villa
- Bedrooms 5 Bedroom , Sleeps 10