Bounded by coconut trees, endless rice fields and deserted Indian Ocean beach, Villa Ylang Ylang is the star of the show, an outstanding six-bedroom destination villa. Hidden within a culturally-drenched village along Bali’s south-east coast, this contemporary-Asian residence oozes luxury and glamour, with interiors revealing exquisite tastes and sophisticated facilities for discerning guests, including a15-metre pool, gym and home-theatre. The secluded beachfront setting overlooking the Badung Strait, together with the villa’s suitability for yoga, spa and indulgent relaxation, further contribute to a retreat of absolute calm and well-being, adhering to Villa Ylang Ylang’s lifestyle concept of ‘passionate serenity’.
Approached through Saba village, with its idyllic scenery of verdant rice fields and coconut groves, this beachfront property which rest on landscaped gardens and faces the Indian Ocean’s crashing surf is a spectacular sight. Contemporary Asian in design and lavishly appointed, the architectural grandeur of this six-bedroom villa emphasises majestic dimensions to create an atmosphere of serenity and refinement.
At The Villa Ylang Ylang, the pursuit of relaxation is amply catered for with a gym and infrared sauna, a topnotch theatre room and a series of intimate, luxurious outdoor spaces, while epicurean pursuits are more than satisfied by the kitchen, which produces fine dining par excellence.
Built in 2002 and lovingly designed and furnished by its owner, Villa Ylang Ylang hints of Versace and European sophistication: an elegant black and gold theme permeates throughout, while furnishings are fashioned from the finest imported fabrics. Food is served on gold plates, pool towels are by Chanel and several precious glass sculptures by a celebrated Japanese artist ornament the villa. Guests have included international celebrities and royalty, discreetly served by the experienced yet charming villa staff.
Villa Ylang Ylang, however, is much, much more than a luxury beachside residence. The villa is named after the fragrant Ylang Ylang fruit, renowned for bringing harmony, peace, warmth and passion, and its mantra is ‘passionate serenity’, which is exactly what you will find here. Radiating a positive and rejuvenating energy, Villa Ylang Ylang’s wildly beautiful beachside setting is therapeutic in itself, but add the yoga and spa treatments, health-conscious food and calming chill-out zones and you have a magical retreat.
Secluded and peaceful, you may not want to leave this destination villa, but should you venture out you are within easy driving distance of many of Bali's tourist attractions and natural splendours.
Quick Facts :
- Location: Saba Village, Saba Bay, Ketewel, Gianyar, southast Bali.
- Neighbourhood: Sanur (15km) for restaurants, water sports and safe swimming; Ubud (16km) for culture, arts and yoga; Bali Safari and Marine Park (5km) for family entertainment; Sukawati (6km) for arts and crafts.
- Capacity: 12 guests (2 master suites with king beds; 2 queen-bedded suites; 2 twin-bedded suites), plus baby cot.
- Living Areas: Two-storey main pavilion with living–dining area, fully-equipped kitchen, theatre room and upper gallery with spa and massage deck plus meditation deck, 2 balés (gazebos).
- Pool: 15m saltwater pool.
- Staff: Full-time manager; senior housekeeper–butler; maintenance man–butler; chef; kitchen assistant; junior housekeeper; gardener; 2 security guards.
- Dining: Accomplished chef, experienced in fine-dining and entertaining, with wide repertoire of international and Asian dishes from healthy to decadent.
- Communication: WiFi internet complimentary throughout; computer and printer; bedroom telephones for local calls; IDD calls on request (extra cost).
- Entertainment: Satellite TVs and DVD players in master suites and theatre room; extensive DVD library; CD players in bedrooms and theatre room; iPod dock in bedrooms; board games; book library; yoga mats; massage beds; spa and yoga services on request; barbecue facilities.
- For children: Baby cot; inflatable pool toys; high-chair; babysitters on request.
- Additional facilities: Secure parking for 6 cars; hairdryers and mini-safes in bedrooms; wine cooler; 3 coffee machines; customized bathroom toiletries.
- Events: Arranged at the discretion of management. Property Area: 2,100 sqm (land area), 1,100sqm (Villa).
- Rooms :
• 6 Air-conditioned bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
o 2 Master bedrooms (king) with private terrace
and plunge pool
o 2 Queen bedrooms (queen)
o 2 Junior bedrooms (twin)
• Living, dining & kitchen
• Studio/home theatre
• Max occupancy: 14 adults
• Total area of property: 1100sqm
- 10 Staff :
• 1 Gardener & pool attendant
• 1 Supervisor
• 4 Villa attendants
• 1 Chef
• 3 Security guards (24-hour)
- Location :
This villa is ideally situated in a rural setting on Saba Beach in the province of Gianyar, northeast of Ketewel, and 20 minutes’ drive from the historical village of Sanur. The Sanur-Klungkung bypass, from Seminyak to Candidasa, positions the villa within easy driving distance of most of Bali’s tourist attractions, spas, shops, restaurants and nightspots.
My first villa was canceled 2 week before departure due to the earth quake and the Villanovo team where brilliant sorting out the replacement. So glad they did as the ylang ylang was amazing.