Overview
Welcome to Dea Villas - five tropical garden villas in rural Berawa close to Canggu. A sense of space sets this exclusive enclave apart; each villa comprises living and bedroom pavilions set in its own private gardens with swimming pool, sundeck, lotus ponds and myriad quiet corners.
Two of the villas - the four-bedroom Saraswati and Dewi Sri - are contemporary in design and spread over two floors. Two more the three-bedroom Amy and four-bedroom Sati - are inspired by Indonesia's cultural heritage, with accommodation spread across a series of joglos (traditional teakwood homes). And the smallest ? the one-bedroom Radha is a rustic antique gladak (cottage) rising on stilts above a lotus pond. All five have stunning interiors full of handsome furniture and a fascinating collection of antiques and artefacts from Southeast Asia, China and Taiwan.
As the five villas can be rented separately or together in many different configurations, Dea Villas is perfect for everyone from couples seeking a romantic retreat, to multiple families holidaying together, right up to large groups of friends requiring all 16 bedrooms. And whether guests seek social space or solitude, they'll never tire of the choices Dea provides.
24-hour butler service assures guests are looked after well, and with the discretion and sensitivity of true hospitality professionals. Among the 29-strong staff that serves the five villas are three chefs, ready to whip up gourmet meals from a well-priced menu of local and international dishes.
Kids will surely gravitate to the playground where the swings, slides, sandpit and Wendy house will keep them occupied while parents recline in the shaded comfort of the nearby balé. Adults get to play too: in the air-conditioned gym (try the Power plate or treadmill), at Dea Spa with twin massage beds and traditional sauna, or at the Dea Boutique.
For entertainment beyond the villa, guests may choose to cycle through the rice fields on the villa bikes, spend time at Berawa Beach less than a kilo meter away,head for the boutiques and bars of Seminyak, or explore Bali's scenic beauty further afield courtesy of a complimentary car and driver.
Accommodation
Villa Radha's Balinese entrance opens to a enchanting garden where large river rocks form stepping stones across the lily pond to a raised century-old Javanese teak wood gladak house fronted by a wide,furnished veranda. (There's another entrance for those who don't want to skip the light fandango over the pond.) Inside is a large teakwood-clad bedroom complete with sitting area. Doors lead to a small kitchenette on one side and a wardrobe and dressing area on the other; both the kitchenette and dressing room open onto a tropical garden bathroom. Across the pond is a second and much smaller gladak which serves as a reading or breakfast room, while across the swimming pool a relaxation balé beckons.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Villa Radha is rustic romance personified - a jungle hideaway surrounded by lotus ponds in a dreamlike world of its own. Inside this traditional teak wood building is a beautifully proportioned bedroom with regal king-size bed and an eclectic collection of chairs. Contrasting with the building?s 100-year history and whimsical furnishings and artefacts are some 21st century features: an upholstered daybed, a 47-inch TV with satellite channels and DVD player, an iPod dock and air-conditioning.
A few steps lead down from the bedroom to an indoor-outdoor bathroom. This space has a more contemporary feel, with polished concrete walls, non-slip floors and a glazed pergola roof. There?s a dressing area, a vanity with twin basins, a walk-in rain shower and a magnificent two-person alfresco bathtub carved out of a single piece of river rock.
Living & Dining Areas
Villa Radha has a surprisingly wide choice of living areas for a one-bedroom property. For air-conditioned comfort, there?s the sitting and TV area within the bedroom while, for breezy alfresco living, the large veranda has a cool, Somerset Maugham-style vibe complete with old planters chairs for reclining at sunset, G&T in hand (nicely chilled thanks to the fridge in the adjoining kitchenette). The smaller gladak with its hatch opening onto a cute mini-me veranda offers an intimate space for reading or breakfasting and is furnished with a small table for three. And at the end of the water-garden, beyond the lagoon-style plunge pool is a sun deck with two loungers and a cushion-covered balé, just the spot to hideaway with a good book. Tucked away in another corner of the garden is a double hammock surrounded by tropical blooms.
Comfort & Amenities
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 Air-conditioning |
Beach towels |
Bed linen |
Ceiling fan |
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Pool towels |
Toiletries |
Towels |
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Full Kitchen |
Hair dryer |
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CD |
CD player |
DVD |
DVD player |
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iPod docking station |
Satellite TV |
Telephone |
Wi-Fi access |
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BBQ |
Beach chair |
Beach umbrella |
Garden |
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Outdoor dining |
Outdoor furniture |
Private parking |
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Safe |
| Services | |||
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Cocktail on arrival |
Driver included |
Dry cleaning services |
Laundry services |
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Welcome drink |
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Dry cleaning services |
Fulltime personal use car |
Laundry services |
Spa treatment |
| Sport & leisure | |||
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Basket court |
Exercise Room |
Fitness center |
Football court |
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Gym |
Ping pong Table |
Shared tennis court |
Squash |
| Staff | |||
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Chef |
Concierge |
Gardener |
Maid Service |
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Pool Attendant |
Private chauffeur |
Security guard |
Villa Manager |
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Baby sitter |
Masseuse |
Staff & Services
One of the greatest advantages of staying in a villa is the personalized service provided by dedicated staff.The staff team of 29 at Dea Villas has been professionally trained and will do their up most to please with their warm and friendly Balinese hospitality.
Villa Manager
Nengah, the villa manager,is responsible for the overall operation of the villas, including staffing and guest satisfaction.He will coordinate your requirements with the chefs and other staff, and concierge any special requests using his comprehensivelist of local contacts. Nengah is assisted by two villa supervisors.
Security guards
Ateam of guards provides 24-hour security throughout the estate.
Guest Service Assistance
The GSA is in charge of preparing activities and bookings for guest before arrival and during their stay.
Chefs
The head chef and his team will happily prepare Western, Asian, and children's dishes from the villas' priced menu, and cancater forspecial requests and dietary requirements. They kitchen operates from 7am till 11pm in two staff shifts.
Butlers
Dea Villas'butlers are dedicated to 5-star service, ensuring guests have whatever they need. They serve snacks, meals and beverages throughout the day, and look after daily housekeeping ? clean rooms with discretion according to the schedule of the guest. A butler is on call 24 hours.
Driver
A driver and car (seating up to 7 passengers) is available for up to 8hours a day (excluding petrol). This service is complimentary for all villas except the one-bedroom Radha, for which there is a charge.
Maintenance
Two engineers look after all maintenance issues at Dea Villas.
Gardeners
The villa's immaculate gardens are well tended by a team of gardeners and pool attendants.
Pool
Private - Chlorinated
Free-form plunge pool
Location
Dea Villas is located on a quiet side road in Berawa close to Canggu. Dotted among the rice fields are luxury villas, local communities, and an increasing number of restaurants and spas. Berawa Beach is less than a kilometre away, as is the Canggu Club where Dea Villa guests enjoy complimentary membership during their stay. Only ten-minutes away (courtesy of the villas' car and driver) are the famed restaurants, bars and boutiques of Seminyak. This rural, close-to-the-beach setting, with easy access to Seminyak, gives guests the best of both worlds and no shortage of things to do.
Berawa Beach
1km
Canggu Club
1km
Echo Beach
7.5km
Ku De Ta
5km
Seminyak
6km
Tanah Lot Sea Temple
14km
Nirwana Bali Golf Course
14km
Airport
15km
Ubud
29km
Activities
Dea Villas'manager and supervisors will have a wealth of information about nearby places of interest and will help arrange transport and make any bookings required. Do also ask the other villa staff about the local area too. Many of them live nearby and will be able to give an interesting insight into some of the fascinating aspects of Bali life.
In the meantime, here is a taste of the many and varied activities on offer within reach of the villa.
- Explore the scenic rice-field landscape and rural villages by bicycle; a great way to get under the skin of the ?real' Bali. Stop off at a local warung (café) to sample some basic Balinese fare or cool off with a cold drink.Covering 3.8 hectares of tropical parkland in Kuta, Waterbom Bali has 16 water slides (including The Climax with its 360 degree loop) to entertain the young and the young at heart. A great family day out, but go early to beat the crowds.
- Sports enthusiasts should head to Bali's prestigious Canggu Club, with its state-of-the-art gym and tennis and squash courts. Round off your workouts with some fine international dining, then stock up on gourmet goodies at the nearby Deli.
- Visit the mystical Hotel Tugu (Bali's first museum-hotel) studded with priceless Indonesian artworks and antiques; its award-winning spa offers age-old Eastern therapies. If you're planning a honeymoon, Hotel Tugu makes a wonderful first night venue. The hotel's restaurants offer authentic Chinese and Indonesian fine dining, as well as an international menu, in a variety of unique settings. At the rustic Waroeng Tugu you can taste the traditional Javanese and Balinese cuisine of bygone centuries.
- Dea Villas is not far from the famous temple at Tanah Lot (14km), although in peak season a few too many tourists may transform a sunset visit into more of a heaving photo opportunity than a moving experience. Visiting early in the morning (8-9am) provides a better idea of the power of the location and the chance to see it undisturbed apart from perhaps an offering ceremony.
- Fashionistas, trendies and shop-a-holics should hot-foot it down to Seminyak, Bali's most cosmopolitan enclave. Here, you can indulge for hours in the glut of stylish, chic boutiques. There is a wide choice of fine dining, mid range, and cheap ?n cheerful restaurants in Seminyak too: fine dining venues include Sarong, the famous Ku Dé Ta, Mama San, La Lucciola, Sardine and Métis.
- Play a round at the unbelievably scenic Nirwana Bali Golf Course. Bordered by ocean and rice fields and just down from Tanah Lot sea temple, no wonder this championship-standard course (designed by golf legend, Greg Norman) is frequently voted number one in Asia.
- Drive westwards to explore the charming Tabanan Regency, revealing terraced rice fields of emerald green, volcanic mountains and black-sand beaches dotted with fishing communities. Or head north to explore the volcanic lakes near the mountain town of Bedugul, including Lake Bratan with its photogenic and stunningly positioned Pura Ulun Danu ? one of Bali's most important temples.
- Explore Bali's backroads, lakes, volcanoes, forests and beaches on the back of a Harley Davidson bike with Island Biker Tours. Full day Harley tours, customised tours or shorter joy rides can all be accommodated.
Services included
Exclusive use of each villa booked. Use of the services of the staff team, including villa manager, housekeepers, personal chef and nighttime security. All villa facilities, including private swimming pool and unlimited WiFi internet. Breakfast is provided daily and transfers are provided to and from the airport.
Additional Notes
Families
The family friendly advantages of a villa holiday are many, including access to your own private facilities and the freedom to use them whenever you want. Knowing that the kids can run around happily, independently and safely, without you having to worry about other guests, is a real plus ? and one that means parents are certain to have a more relaxed holiday too.With the exception of the one-bedroom Villa Radha, all the Dea Villas are great for families ?each has at least one twin-bedded room that's perfect for kids, and younger family members will love the shared playground complete with swings, slides, sandpit and Wendy house. (Parents can keep an eye from the shade of the balé).
The team of friendly staff at Dea Villas will make children feel as welcome as adults, and having these willing helpers on hand gives guests plenty of flexibility and freedom to do their own exploring beyond the villa grounds (full-time babysitting incurs a small extra cost).
Although the equipped kitchen allows you to prepare meals for fussy eaters or babies with ease, staff will happily to do this for you ? just talk through your requirements and meal schedules with the villa manager or chef and they will take care of the rest. Pancakes by the pool for breakfast?Burger and chips for tea in the Wendy house? No problem. The chef can customise all meals to suit children's taste buds.
Don't worry about packing all that cumbersome kids' equipment for your stay. Just let us know what you need, and anything we don't have in-house, we can hire on your behalf (click here to see list of available hire items).
And when the excitement of exploring the villa starts to wear off, check out our Things to do page ? there's plenty in the area to keep kids of all ages amused throughout the holiday.
Dinning
Good food, effortlessly provided and graciously served, is such an important part of a relaxing holiday experience. Dea Villas has an extensive reasonably priced menu of home-style Indonesian, Asian and international dishes that cater to all tastes, as well as vegetarian options, children's favourites and light snacks. There's also a choice of Indonesian and Chinese set dinners, and barbecue menus and an excellent drinks menu. The experienced chefs are happy to tailor meals to accommodate any special dietary requirements. They will also prepare off-menu items, shopping for groceries, keeping the receipts.Complimentary breakfast is available daily, and tea, coffee and water are available on a complimentary basis through the day.
SPA
Guests of the five Dea villas have exclusive access to Dea Spa - a beautiful light-filled joglo-style pavilion discreetly tucked away behind the gym and featuring a double massage room, sauna and outdoor treatment area with Whirlpool-style bathtub.Spa therapies are carried out by fully trained therapists available at 30 minutes' notice, between 7am and 10pm daily (extra charges will apply). Here's a sample of what's on the Dea Spa menu:
Balinese Relaxing Massage
This traditional relaxing massage is designed to increase the blood circulation and relieve tension.
Foot Reflexology
Firm pressure is used to stimulate the reflex points in the feet. Float into deep relaxation for a divine sense of balance and well-being.
Four Hand Massage
A marvelous choreography performed by two therapists working in perfect harmony, producing an unforgettable journey. Stretching, percussion and rocking are used in this technique.
Aromatherapy Massage
Using warmed aroma oils to relieve tiredness, with a combination of Balinese and Swedish massage, to reinvigorate both body and mind. Choose from Sandalwood, jasmine, lavender, eucalyptus and rose oils.
Lulur Bali Scrub
This body scrub promotes softness, suppleness and radiance of the skin.
Weddings
Dea Villas is a very popular event venue, with the flexibility to rent up to five villas and 16 bedrooms across the estate. The charming poolside and shaded garden at Villa Saraswati and the performance space at the heart of Villa Sati are ideal settings for intimate weddings and other special celebrations, and the villas' location ? amongst the rice terraces of rural Bali, yet only a kilometre from the beach and five kilometres from buzzing Seminyak, is hard to beat.We can recommend expert event organisers, florists, decorators and caterers so you can focus on relaxing and celebrating with your guests.
Please contact us for further information as extra fees apply.
Maximum people sitting: 60
Maximum people standing: 80
Minimum nights low season: 3
Minimum nights high season: 5
Minimum nights peak season: 7
Canggu club
Complimentary Guest Membership of the Canggu ClubAs well as having access to their own exclusive leisure facilities at Dea Villas during their stay, guests also enjoy membership benefits at Bali's premier private members club, Canggu Club.
The Canggu Club, which opened in 2006 and luxuriates across 4,000 square metres of land set amongst the picturesque rice fields of Canggu, is just ten minutes north of Seminyak. The family-oriented club offers world class sporting facilities, fun activities for the kids, and a choice of venues for dining and relaxing.
A Colonial style clubhouse forms the club's centrepiece. The library offers a quiet, cool haven for reading or working (free WiFi internet access is widely available at the club), while meals, coffee, drinks and sunset cocktails can be enjoyed at a choice of alfresco and air conditioned dining venues. Kids of all ages are specifically catered for at two kids clubs (The Rainbow Room for 2-6 year olds and D'Joglo for 7 years plus) and also at the kids splash pool set amongst the club's lush tropical gardens.
The club arguably has the best sporting facilities in Bali, with a large, well-equipped gym and separate exercise room, a 25-metre swimming pool, a floodlit professionally turfed sports field, and a tennis centre with four tennis courts (two of which are indoor), two air-conditioned squash courts and two table tennis tables.
To enjoy complimentary guest access to the Canggu Club, just present the club identity card, which is available from your villa manager. Also, feel free to ask the villa manager during your stay the special perks and privileges of the club membership.
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