Overview
Set within the secure and exclusive Temple Hill estate, overlooking Jimbaran Bay, Villa Jamalu is equipped with everything required for a truly memorable family holiday. Even its name - a combination of the names of the owner' three children - reflects the consideration that went into creating this fabulously well-appointed family retreat.
Children will adore the playroom, chock-full of toys, while adult and teenage guests will love the air-conditioned games room and entertainment den with its cornucopia of delights, including a pool table, 50-inch flat-screen television and PlayStation 3.
A workout in the well-equipped gym or some zen time in the dedicated yoga space could be just what the doctor ordered, or perhaps a tension-relieving Balinese massage in the private spa treatment room?
A state-of-the-art Bose sound system plays music throughout the villa, providing the perfect holiday playlist. Listen to some chill-out tunes whilst luxuriating on loungers shaded by capacious umbrellas or relax in the balé pavilion that hovers above the sparkling 15-metre swimming pool. Parents with youngsters can rest easy as the villa is equipped with a pool fence that can be erected to ensure the safety of little ones. And should a break from the tropical heat be desired, guests can slip indoors and savour the air-conditioned comfort of one of the many spacious living areas.
Alfresco dining on the top terrace at Villa Jamalu is an absolute treat: the villa's private gourmet chef will prepare sumptuous meals which can be enjoyed at the twelve-seater dining table, or provide canapés to graze upon whilst sipping cocktails and lounging on the all-weather sofas as the sun sets magically over the ocean with Bali?s sacred Mount Batu Karu providing a mystical backdrop.
Accommodation
Villa Jamalu's three spacious storeys offer guests a profusion of settings to suit every mood: a calm corner in which to relax and unwind, a place to play, exercise, be entertained, or somewhere special to gather socially.
The top floor of Villa Jamalu boasts truly panoramic views over the Indian Ocean. This area acts as the main living area and includes a spacious open-plan kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining and lounge areas, and one of the master bedroom suites.
The focal point of the ground floor is the stunning 15-metre saltwater swimming pool and sunset Bale, which is bordered by three bedrooms and a light, airy lounge and television room. The well-equipped playroom/study is also on this floor.
The basement houses an air-conditioned games and entertainment lounge, spa treatment room, yoga space and fabulously equipped gym.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Master suites
Villa Jamalu features two master suites: the first, located on the top floor, enjoys panoramic ocean views while the second, positioned on the ground floor, looks out onto the sparkling saltwater swimming pool. Both of these stylish air-conditioned suites feature luxuriously canopied king-size beds, iPod docking stations, televisions and DVD players. Both opulent marble ensuites feature rain showers, while the lower suite has the addition of a tub and the upper suite a jacuzzi bath.
Junior suites
The two junior suites, located on the ground floor, boast large glass doors which open directly to the pool deck. These light and spacious air-conditioned rooms are beautifully appointed, featuring king-size beds, iPod docking stations and marble ensuite bathrooms with rain showers. Two trundle beds provide additional sleeping space for kids.
Living & Dining Areas
Indoor Living
Lounge roomsVilla Jamalu's three lounge and entertainment areas are all tastefully decorated and supremely comfortable, featuring state-of-the-art Bose sound systems.
The top floor lounge is light, spacious and airy. It is furnished with an L-shaped sofa and matching armchair and equipped with a 50-inch television and a DVD player. Making the most of the magnificent view, glass sliding doors run the length of this room and can be closed for air-conditioned comfort or opened to let the fresh sea breezes to flow through.
The ground floor living area, which overlooks the swimming pool, is furnished with a sofa, chaise longue and antique four-poster daybed, and is decorated in earth tones, blues and greens to reflect the beachside environment. Battle it out on the PlayStation, curl up with a magazine, or watch a movie while keeping an eye on the kids in the water.
The basement is home to a cozy and intimate entertainment lounge equipped with a full size American pool table, drinks fridge, sound system and ample seating for enjoying the television.
Kitchen and Dining Room
Situated up on the top floor of the villa, Jamalu's modern kitchen flaunts luscious shades of chocolate brown and is well-equipped to meet the needs of the gourmet chef: the fantastic array of crockery and cooking utensils, a double fridge, a wine fridge and Nespresso machine, all ensure that every meal at Villa Jamalu is a memorable one.
Adjacent to the kitchen, the twelve seater dining table is ideally located to either watch the chef in action or gaze out at the ocean vista.
Outdoor Living
The rooftop terrace, with its sweeping ocean views, is delightful at any time of day: enjoy an early morning breakfast accompanied by birdsong or, later in the day, relax with a crisp white wine and let the gentle sea breezes envelop you as you marvel at one of Bali's famously spectacular sunsets. At night, gather for a candle-lit meal at the alfresco dining table, which seats up to twelve diners in a convivial square.The 15 x 7-metre saltwater swimming pool forms the focal point of the villa's ground floor. Tiled in green stone, and deliciously deep, the pool is bordered by Palimanan stone and wooden decking and furnished with sun loungers and umbrellas. The most coveted poolside spot, the balé pavilion, offers comfort and shade. Parents need not worry about the little ones as a pool safety fence can be erected if required.
Comfort & Amenities
| Children | |||
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 Baby crib |
Baby equipment |
Children's Activities |
High chair |
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Toys |
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Air-conditioning |
Beach towels |
Bed linen |
Ceiling fan |
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Pool towels |
Toiletries |
Towels |
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Coffeemaker |
Dryer |
Iron/ironing board |
Juicer |
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Microwave |
Oven |
Washer |
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Book Library |
CD player |
DVD |
Dvd Library |
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DVD player |
iPod docking station |
Playstation |
Satellite TV |
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Stereo |
Telephone |
TV |
Wi-Fi access |
| Outdoor | |||
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BBQ |
Beach chair |
Beach umbrella |
Garden |
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Massage bed |
Outdoor dining |
Outdoor furniture |
Private parking |
| Security | |||
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Safe |
| Services | |||
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Cocktail on arrival |
Meals |
Welcome drink |
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Dry cleaning services |
Fulltime personal use car |
Laundry services |
Spa treatment |
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Yoga |
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Exercise Room |
Fitness center |
Gym |
Pool table |
| Staff | |||
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Chef |
Concierge |
Maid Service |
Pool Attendant |
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Security guard |
Villa Manager |
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Baby sitter |
Coach |
Masseuse |
Private chauffeur |
Staff & Services
One of the greatest advantages of staying in a villa is the personal service provided by a dedicated team of professional staff. The team at Villa Jamalu has been thoughtfully recruited according to their skills and personality; many of them are part of the local village community and have been working at Villa Jamalu since the day it opened.
The aim of the staff is to look after every villa guest ? from toddler to grandparent ? in true Balinese style. The villa manager and chef, in particular, will be only too delighted to discuss your desires or concerns and do what they can to guarantee a relaxed and enjoyable holiday.
Villa manager
Villa manager, Milani, has worked at Villa Jamalu since 2006 and is responsible for overall operations including staffing, special requests and guest satisfaction. Milani speaks excellent English.
Chef
Chef Komang has been preparing delicious Asian and Western cuisine at Villa Jamalu since 2008. She is at the villa daily to prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner and is very happy to accommodate special requests such as catering to dietary needs or devising dinner party menus.
Villa Jamalu also provides: housekeepers, a gardener/pool attendant, 24hr security staff.
Pool
Private Pool - Salt filtration
15m x 7m
Location
Located on the slopes of the secure Temple Hill estate, Villa Jamalu is a few minutes' walk (the staff will happily show you the shortcut) from the tranquil waters and white sands of Jimbaran Bay, where the shallow sea is ideal for swimming and paddling, and the perfect beach for families with small children.
Once a quaint fishing village, Jimbaran is now home to some of Bali's finest five star resorts such as the Four Seasons, Ayana and Karma. It still retains much of its rustic charm, however, and its bustling fish market supplies the whole island. Jimbaran Bay is well known for its legendary beachside warungs, which serve the freshest local seafood. The nearby Menega Café comes highly recommended by Villa Jamalu's staff.
Padang Padang, Bingin and Dreamland, some of the island's most famous surf breaks, are twenty-minutes' drive to the south and the New Kuta Golf Course is just fifteen minutes away by car.
Jimbaran
1km
Airport (Ngurah Rai)
8km
Kuta
10km
Nusa Dua
10km
Uluwatu
14km
Seminyak
14km
Canggu
22km
Ubud
42km
Activities
Your villa manager, Milani, and her team will have a wealth of information about places of interest and can help arrange transport and make any bookings required. Do also ask the staff about the area. Many live nearby and can give an interesting insight into some of the fascinating aspects of local Bali life.
In the meantime, here's a taste of some of the activities on offer within reach of Villa Jamalu.
- A visit to the eleventh century Uluwatu temple is an absolute must at sunset and make sure you take in a captivating performance of the traditional Kecak dance, which is held here every afternoon.
- Learn to surf at the nearby Padang Padang surf school. Their instructors are great with kids and beginners.
- Enjoy a sunset dinner at one of the many seafood warungs dotted along Jimbaran Bay and be serenaded by a band of strolling musicians.
- Play a round at the spectacular New Kuta Golf Course, with its stunning views over the Indian Ocean.
- Take the kids to Jengalla Ceramics and they can paint a plate whilst you do some homewares shopping.
- Indulge yourself at the Bamboo Spa by L'Occitane in Jimbaran.
- If you are a bold and brave bargain hunter, a spree within the heart of Bali's bustling provincial capital is an exciting and rewarding experience. Visit the vibrant Denpasar markets, where everything and anything is available.
- 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
- Get up to some monkey business at Bali Treetop Adventure Park (next to Lake Bratan). Five adventure circuits, with heights ranging from two to 20 metres, challenge all ages and skill levels on suspended bridges, spider nets, tarzan jumps and flying foxes.
- Fashionistas, trendies, shop-a-holics and foodies 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 and international restaurants and bars including, Potato Head Beach club, La Lucciola and Bali's infamously trendy Ku Dé Ta. For furniture, antiques and homeware stores go for a wander around the streets of nearby Kerobokan.
Services included
Exclusive use of the whole villa and the services of its team of staff, including villa manager, housekeepers and night time security. All villa facilities, including private swimming pool, pool fence, gym, pool table and unlimited WiFi internet.
Additional Notes
Families
The family friendly advantages of a villa holiday are many and Villa Jamalu is an excellent villa for families of all ages. The team of friendly staff at Villa Jamalu will make children feel as welcome as adults, and staff will happily prepare meals for fussy eaters or babies in our well-equipped kitchen.Playroom/study
Kids and adults might find themselves fighting over one of the ground floor rooms, which serves the dual purpose of kid's playroom and study. Air-conditioned and furnished with a desk and an abundance of toys, it has views over the pool and access to a pretty tropical garden resplendent with bamboo, palm trees and a delightful shaded double daybed.
Dining
One of the highlights at Villa Jamalu is the dining experience. There's no better way to start the day than with Chef Komang's justifiably famous home-made Jamalu muesli, served with honey, yoghurt and fresh fruit. The kids will love her French toast with maple syrup, and for the health conscious there's the mixed berry smoothie. And whatever you do, don't miss out on her wickedly delicious Jamalu chocolate cake or her legendary mixed fruit pavlova. Delicious seafood BBQ's can be arranged, with the freshest local produce bought from the famous Jimbaran bay seafood market. Suggestion menus are available at the villa for breakfast, lunch and dinner, which include Indonesian, Balinese, Western and Japanese cuisine.All additional groceries and beverages are charged at cost price. Guests will be requested to provide grocery money in advance and the staff will do the shopping and keep receipts for reference.
Gym and Spa
Masage anyone? Just ask our staff to bring the spa to you! We can recommend deluxe treatments carried out in the privacy and comfort of your own dedicated spa room by fully trained therapists from a reputable local spa (extra charges will apply). Treatments include: Balinese Massage, Foot Reflexology and Body Scrub.Fancy a work out? The villa's well-appointed gym is cooled by both air-conditioning and fans, and features two spin bikes, weights, a lateral pull-down and leg-curl machine and Swiss balls. A TV and sound system deliver entertainment during workouts and a fridge provides refreshment. A yoga instructor can attend the villa on request to take you through the poses in the adjoining yoga space.
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