Overview
From heritage ironwood to Hermes upholstery, Villa 1880
delivers a mega-dose of style in micro detail. Skilfully crafted from a
19th century colonial plantation house sitting between two
unapologetically modern pavilions, the villa has a flawless design
pedigree shaped by the vision of the owners - an interior architect and
vintage store owner who share uncompromisingly high standards and an
obsessive attention to detail.
Throughout the villa, traditional
materials sit comfortably with contemporary design elements in
light-filled, uncluttered rooms where every piece of achingly chic
furniture has a story to tell. Chat in style on the Miniform Colony
armchairs in the formal living area, or perched on vintage Italian
barstools in front of a Filippo Sciascia painting on terracotta. Dip
into some Asian literature in the flamboyantly decorated media room
under the sleepless eye of a stuffed peacock. And you're unlikely to be
stuck for conversation seated at the four-metre long dining table on Emu
Re Touve chairs under a galaxy of pendant lights repurposed from old
mercury pots rescued from a Chinese shipwreck!
Villa 1880 is
designed with families very much in mind. It?s easy to keep an eye on
little ones frolicking in the 19-metre saltwater pool?s shaded shallow
area from the retro sofa or swaying hammock. And why not slip into the
spa while they play table tennis close by' At day's end, after sunset
cocktails and a sumptuous seafood barbecue prepared by the uber-talented
chef on the roof terrace, parents can retreat to the privacy of their
air-conditioned suites, while kids enjoy a perpetual slumber party in
their own eight-bunk bedroom.
With the wonderfully attentive
staff on hand to anticipate your every whim, you may not want to leave
the villa. But if you can tear yourself away, the broad expanse of Batu
Belig Beach beckons 500 metres away. Or pile into the vintage 1970s
restored VW combi and head to Seminyak or Canggu, or explore Bali's
myriad attractions further afield.
Accommodation
Villa 1880
comprises an antique plantation house sandwiched between two
contemporary buildings: a flat-roofed living pavilion at the front and a
double-storey bedroom block at the back. The entrance leads directly to
the large open-sided living pavilion lying alongside the 19m pool, with
open-plan guest kitchen and bar at one end, leading to the chef's
kitchen. A large terrace runs from the shallow section of the pool to
the master suite and the spa, and houses a casual seating area. From
here, steps lead up to the veranda which wraps around two sides of the
house, providing access to the sunset roof terrace, two guest bedrooms,
children?s bunk room, media room and, above, the romantic attic bedroom.
On an ironwood deck linking the original plantation house to the modern sleeping pavilion is a table tennis table and a casual seating area complete with hammock ? just the place to keep an eye on the kids in the shallows. At the opposite end of the 19-metre saltwater pool is a sun deck with four loungers and sleek alfresco shower.
Antique insect prints line the wall and presiding over this flamboyant space is a stuffed peacock.
Pockets of intimate seating are arranged on the veranda, which runs the length of the upper floor and leads to an enormous rooftop terrace furnished with brightly cushioned casual seating, long benches and a state-of-the-art barbecue.
Within the villa?s spa is a shower and changing area and a treatment room with twin massage beds and a hammam-style sunken bathtub for two opening onto tropical foliage and a water feature.
The villa also has a small studio office, separated from the living area by a koi pond, for those seeking a quiet space to work.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Master bedroom suite
Reclining
on the super-king bed in supreme comfort, encircled by billowing
curtains, glimpsing greenery beyond the plantation shutters on each
side, you?re in for a 21st century Bedouin tent experience. The master
suite is the only bedroom at garden level, its bed resting on a stunning
geometric-patterned terrazzo floor. Behind an eye-catching
copper-backed room divider is a writing desk and a wall of cane-fronted
wardrobes. The ensuite bathroom is equally generous, with twin vanities
and double doors leading into a partially covered courtyard garden with
statement bathtub and rain shower.
Guest suites 1 & 2
These
two upper-floor suites lie behind a bank of green plantation shutters
lining the ironwood veranda and overlooking a courtyard of dwarf palms.
Both feature super-king beds and handsome retro-style furniture. In
guest suite 1 a cream terrazzo bedhead cum room divider separates the
sleeping area from the bathroom, which is fitted with twin granite
basins and large shower enclosure. Guest suite 2 replicates the master
suite, with a retractable mosquito net around the bed, a desk and a wall
of wardrobes. Its bathroom, which connects to the bunk room bathroom,
has an indoor section with twin granite basins and shower, and a
courtyard with an alfresco bathtub and shower.
Living & Dining Areas
Comfort & Amenities
| Children | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 Baby crib |
Baby equipment |
High chair |
| Confort | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Air-conditioning |
Bed linen |
Pool towels |
Toiletries |
|
Towels |
| Equipments | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Blender |
dishwasher |
Dryer |
Full Kitchen |
|
Hair dryer |
Iron/ironing board |
Juicer |
Microwave |
|
Oven |
Washer |
Wet bar |
| High-Tech | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Book Library |
CD player |
DVD player |
Satellite TV |
|
Speaker |
Wi-Fi access |
| Outdoor | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Beach chair |
Beach umbrella |
Garden |
Massage bed |
|
Outdoor dining |
Outdoor furniture |
| Services | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
24-hour, multilingual Concierge |
Cocktail on arrival |
Welcome drink |
| Services extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
24-hour laundry/dry-cleaning/pressing |
Activities and excursions |
All meals |
Cost of food and beverages |
|
Dry cleaning services |
Laundry services |
Massages |
Spa treatment |
|
Transfers |
Villa pre-stocking |
| Sport & leisure | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Ping pong Table |
| Staff | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Chef |
Concierge |
Gardener |
Maid Service |
|
Pool Attendant |
Security guard |
Villa Manager |
| Staff extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Coach |
Yoga |
Staff & Services
One
of the greatest advantages of staying in a villa is the personalised
service provided by dedicated staff. Villa 1880's staff have been
professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their
warm and friendly Balinese hospitality.
Villa manager
Highly
experienced both in Bali and abroad, Villa 1880's manager is
responsible for the overall running of the villa. He oversees and
coordinates staff and property, and assists guests throughout their
stay.
Chef
The villa's talented chef is in charge of
all meals and provisions shopping, and will happily prepare anything
from an extensive menu of Asian and Western and Asian dishes, as well
accommodate special requests and dietary requirements.
Butlers
Our
butlers are on hand to attend to every guest's need, serving meals and
beverages throughout the day, in shifts from 7am until 11pm.
Housekeeping
Our housekeeper discreetly looks after daily tidying and cleaning.
Garden and pool
Security
Guests are kept safe and secure by the villa's security team operating in shifts from 3pm until 7am.
Pool
19 x 4m saltwater pool with shaded shallow section for kids.
Location
Villa
1880 is tucked away down a quiet lane in sought-after Batu Belig on the
peaceful northern edge of Seminyak. An easy 10-minute stroll away is
Batu Belig Beach; walking south along the black volcanic sand brings you
to uber-trendy beach bars Tropicola, W Hotel and Potato Head, while
northwards is La Laguna and Finns Beach Club.
The area?s many
cafés and bars are moments away, among them Watercress and Hog Wild
(previously Naughty Nuri?s), along with boutiques and lifestyle stores
as eclectic as the villa itself. Central Seminyak and the surfing mecca
of Canggu are both a mere 10-minute drive away.
- Batubelig Beach 0.50 km
- Metis 0.60 km
- La Laguna 1.10 km
- Desa Seni 1.40 km
- Finns Recreation Club 4 km
- Seminyak Square 4 km
- Canggu Beach 9 km
- Kuta 12 km
- Denpasar Airport 24 km
- Ubud 30 km
Activities
- Villa 1880 is within walking distance of Seminyak?s most glamourous beach clubs including W hotel, Tropicola, Ku Dé Ta and Potato Head - perfect for watching the sunset.
- A nice sunset alternative is to walk along the beach at Batu Belig where there are plenty of cafés offering great views and cold beer.
- There is a wide choice of fine dining, mid-range and cheap ?n cheerful restaurants in Seminyak too. Fine dining venues within a five-minute drive include Sarong, La Lucciola, Sardine and Métis.
- Desa Seni at Berawa Beach, is an eco-friendly village resort providing an authentic Indonesian experience through the exploration of culture, art and yoga. The resort offers a wide variety of yoga classes and also has its own spa.
- Visit the mystical Hotel Tugu (Bali's first museum-hotel) studded with priceless Indonesian artworks and antiques. 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.
- Bali attracts some of the world?s top DJ talent. Clubs like Jenja, En-Vie in Seminyak and SkyGarden in nearby Kuta will keep you entertained into the early hours
- Fashionistas, trendies and shopaholics should hot-foot it down to Seminyak, one of the most cosmopolitan areas in Bali. Here, you can indulge for hours in stylish and chic boutiques.
- Sports enthusiasts should head to Bali?s prestigious Finns Recreation Club, with its state-of-the-art gym and tennis and squash courts.
- Visit Tanah Lot sea temple. This is one of the most sacred temples in Bali and also one of its most popular tourist attractions. We always advise visiting early in the morning (8-9am) when there are less people and you?ll have a much better chance to really experience the power of this location.
- 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 (eatery) to sample some basic Balinese fare or cool off with a cold drink.
Services included
Exclusive use of each villa
booked and the services of its staff team, including villa manager,
housekeepers, personal chef and nighttime security. All villa
facilities, including private swimming pool and unlimited WiFi internet.
Additional Notes
Families
Villa holidays are a great choice for families, who can enjoy their own private facilities with complete freedom. Knowing that the kids can play safely and securely without you having to worry about them disturbing other guests is a huge benefit - resulting in a more relaxed holiday for parents too.Villa 1880 is a fantastic choice for an extended family or a few families holidaying together. Kids will adore their own slumber space - the bunk room sleeps eight - with their own bathroom and TV as well as toys and books; the media room is right next door, as is an inter-connecting guest suite for parents. It's also easy to keep an eye on them from the comfort of a sofa or hammock on the pool terrace while they play table tennis or splash in the covered shallow area of the pool with some cool inflatables.
The Balinese are famous worldwide for their kindness towards children and babies and Villa 1880 staff will make children feel very much at home. Having these willing helpers on hand gives parents the chance to relax - and even the freedom to explore beyond the villa grounds: a full-time babysitter/nanny can be hired through the villa manager for a small additional 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. Fresh fruit ice blocks to cool off by the pool? Fish and chips for lunch Chicken satay or pasta with home-made pesto for supper? No problem. The chef can customise all meals to suit children's taste buds.
Dining
In-villa dining is one of the many highlights of a stay at Villa 1880. Guests are fortunate to have on hand a world-class chef who brings passion and creativity to the table as well as culinary expertise honed at Sardine, one of Bali's most celebrated restaurants. He skillfully whips up hearty or healthy breakfasts, casual lunches, alfresco barbecues or gourmet dinners served family-style according to your tastes. Choose from an inspired menu that highlights Bali's rich harvest from both land and sea, explores the Indonesian archipelago's culinary diversity, and delivers a new take on western favourites with delicious meals and multi-dish set menus.Sample the chef's home-made preserves with fresh sourdough bread at breakfast. Linger over a poolside lunch of chicken, cashew and tarragon wraps, nasi goring or risotto with crabmeat and asparagus. Nibble on captivating canapés over sunset cocktails, then enjoy a mouth-watering seafood barbecue on the rooftop terrace bathed in moonlight. The chef's desserts are legendary; insist on a cheesecake or mango pannacotta during your stay.
Kids are well catered for, and there's also an excellent selection of vegetarian and super-healthy options? and the chef is more than happy to tailor meals to accommodate any special dietary requirements. Conveniently, there's also an excellent menu of wines readily available at supermarket prices with no mark up.
It is advisable to plan meals the evening before to allow adequate time for the chef to prepare. The staff will then undertake the grocery shopping, visiting the local markets and specialty food shops in Seminyak. Groceries and beverages are charged at cost price plus 20% and a handling fee, and staff will keep all receipts for reference. Guests are kindly requested to provide the manager with grocery money in advance.
SPA
Feel like a body scrub or massage? Just ask our staff to bring the spa to you! We can recommend deluxe treatments carried out by fully trained therapists from a reputable local spa (extra charges will apply). Here's a sample of what's on the menu:Massage
Release built up tension with a traditional Balinese massage. Using a combination of gentle stretches, acupressure and aromatherapy oils to stimulate the flow of blood, oxygen and energy around your body, you will feel totally relaxed in no time.
Foot reflexology
Foot reflexology is a natural healing art based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet which correspond to every part of the body. Through application of pressure on these reflexes tension is relieved and circulation improved leaving you feeling balanced.
Body scrub
A full body scrub will exfoliate and hydrate your skin leaving it soft and smooth. A rejuvenating scrub combines an abrasive material such as salt, coffee, rice bran or pecan hulls with essential oils to remove any impurities and make your skin glow.
Manicure/pedicure
Our hands and feet work hard for us every day but rarely get the attention they deserve. Treat them to a manicure or pedicure, which usually comes with the added bonus of a quick hand or foot massage.
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