Overview
Heritage chic meets
contemporary luxe at Des Indes Vilas. These stunning fully staffed
multi-pavilion villas five-bedroom Des Indes Villa II are quietly tucked away within the elite
Laksmana estate, moments from the surfing beach of Petitenget and some
of Bali's most iconic restaurants and bars. A Both villas are impeccably
designed for Bali-style open living, and are decorated with
colonial-era furniture, oriental carpets, heirloom artefacts and curios.
Well-suited for multi-generation families or groups of friends who
appreciate both social space and privacy, they can also be booked
together for larger groups of more than 18 guests.
Feel the
vibrant beat of Bali right at your doorstep. This luxurious villa is in
a sensational central location, affording guests with a penchant for
nightlife and entertainment, immediate access to Bali's famed beach
clubs and restaurants.
Des Indes Villas sits securely within the
Laksmana Estate, an exclusive enclave right in the heart of Seminyak.
The villas are not immediately next door to each other, but are just
300-metres apart and easily reached via the estates private road. Bali's
most stellar beach area, the wide expanse of Petitenget Beach, is a
mere five-minute walk away. Many of the island's most celebrated
restaurants and bars are a short stroll away, including Ku De Ta, Metis,
Sarong and Potato Head. No need to take a taxi to reach Seminyak's many
boutiques, lifestyle shops and spas either. What a perfect spot!. .
Accommodation
Welcome
to Des Indes Villas an exceptional pair of fully staffed luxury villas
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, each
heritage-meets-contemporary-chic villa comprises a series of individual
living and sleeping pavilions set in tropical gardens with swimming
pools, 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.
In both villas, 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 are perfect for five-star-seeking, fun-loving families and
friends.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Upstairs
Bedroom 1
Living & Dining
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.
Comfort & Amenities
| Children | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 Baby crib |
Baby equipment |
High chair |
| Confort | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Air-conditioning |
Bed linen |
Pool towels |
Toiletries |
|
Towels |
| Equipments | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Coffeemaker |
dishwasher |
Full Kitchen |
Hair dryer |
|
Iron/ironing board |
Juicer |
Oven |
Wine cellar |
| High-Tech | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Satellite TV |
Stereo |
TV |
Wi-Fi access |
| Outdoor | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
BBQ |
Beach chair |
Beach umbrella |
Garden |
|
Massage bed |
Outdoor dining |
Outdoor furniture |
Parking |
| Security | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Safe |
| Services | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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24-hour, multilingual Concierge |
Cocktail on arrival |
| Services extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Activities and excursions |
All meals |
Bicycles |
Car |
|
Cost of food and beverages |
Driver |
Laundry services |
Massages |
|
Meals |
Moto |
Restaurant |
Scooter |
|
Services and amenities for younger guests |
Spa treatment |
Transfers |
Transfers between airport and chalet |
|
Villa pre-stocking |
Yoga |
| Staff | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Chef |
Concierge |
Gardener |
Maid Service |
|
Pool Attendant |
Security guard |
Villa Manager |
| Staff extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Baby sitter |
Coach |
Masseuse |
Private chauffeur |
|
Skipper |
Yoga |
Staff & Services
One
of the delights of staying in a private villa is the personalised
service accorded to guests. The well-trained and gracious staff that
serve both Des Indes Villas will do their utmost to please with their
warm and friendly Balinese hospitality, and know how to be on hand when
needed while keeping discreetly out of sight when not.
Villa manager
The
manager and assistant manager at Des Indes Villas are responsible for
the overall operation of the villas. Their job is to oversee and
coordinate the staff to meet the expectations of the guests, as well as
to assist guests during their stay.
Chef/cook
Des Indes
Villas' skilled chef and cook will happily prepare anything from the
reasonably priced menu of Western and Asian dishes, as well accommodate
special requests and dietary requirements.
Butlers
Our
butlers deliver five-star service to ensure that guests have whatever
they need. They serve meals and beverages throughout the day, help with
excursions, and attend to daily housekeeping.
Garden & pool
A gardener maintains the swimming pools, ponds and gardens.
Security
Guests are kept safe and secure by the villa?s night-shift security as well as the Laksmana Estate?s 24-hour team.
Pool
Main pool: 16m x 4m. 0.8m-1.7m depth; Secondary pool: 10m x 3m. 0.5m-1.6m depth.
Location
The Laksmana Estate, Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia
Des
Indes Villas sits securely within the Laksmana Estate, an exclusive
enclave right in the heart of Seminyak. The villas are not immediately
next door to each other, but are just 300-metres apart and easily
reached via the estates private road. Bali's most stellar beach area,
the wide expanse of Petitenget Beach, is a mere five-minute walk away.
Many of the island's most celebrated restaurants and bars are a short
stroll away, including Ku De Ta, Metis, Sarong and Potato Head. No need
to take a taxi to reach Seminyak's many boutiques, lifestyle shops and
spas either. What a perfect spot!
- Petitenget Beach 0.40 km
- Seminyak Square Shopping Mall0.40 km
- Ku De Ta Restaurant 0.70 km
- Kuta7 km
- Echo Beach 9 km
- Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS) 12 km
- Jimbaran Bay 15 km
- Sanur 17 km
- Ubud 33 km
Activities
Des
Indes Villas' manager has a wealth of information about nearby places
of interest and will help arrange transport and make any bookings
required. Chat to the staff too; many have been attached to the villa
for some time and are a great source of insider information. In the
meantime, here's a taste of the many and varied activities on offer
within reach of the villa.
- 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, Petitenget, Merah Putih, Sardine and Métis.
- It's possible to walk the sands of Seminyak's Petitenget Beach all the way to Kuta in the south, or north to Canggu. The beach is more popular with locals than tourists (not safe for swimming in most sections), but is a great spot for building sandcastles or to watch the sunset as you sip a cocktail from one of the many beachside bars.
- A nice sunset alternative is to head down to Echo Beach (9km) where a number of cafes offer good sunset views and cold beer. Note that the beach here is dark sand and the waters are better suited to surfing, having a pronounced swell and rip, rather than children's swimming. Hotel Tugu, a very stylish and eclectic boutique hotel a few minutes further down the coast is also a good sunset spot, or try Old Man's, a more casual café across the road for alfresco all day dining
- Des Indes I is close to the famous temple at Tanah Lot (18 km), 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.
- 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.
- The most exclusive Bali trekking tour promises breath-taking vistas and heart-warming encounters while supporting sustainable social change in the once-forgotten villages of Muntigunung. Elite Havens is a proud partner of Muntigunung Community Social Enterprise.
- Bali Treetop Adventure Park is near the town of Bedugal in northern central Bali (next to Lake Bratan). Five adventure circuits, with heights ranging from two to 20 metres, challenge all level and ages on suspended bridges, spider nets, Tarzan jumps and 12 flying foxes.
- 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.
Services included
Additional Notes
Families
Villa holidays are an excellent option for families, who can enjoy the villas? private facilities with the freedom to use them whenever you want. Knowing that the kids can play independently and safely, without you having to worry about them disturbing other guests, is a real plus ? and one that means parents are certain to have a more relaxed holiday too.Both Des Indes Villa I and Des Indes Villa II are suitable for a large family or a couple of families holidaying together, thanks to the configuration of bedrooms and multiple private spaces across different pavilions within the gardens. For guests travelling with a crowd, the villas ? which are a two-minute walk away from each other in the same estate ? can be booked together, providing a total of nine bedrooms and three swimming pools.
Those with toddlers will need to be vigilant, however, due to the unfenced swimming pools and ponds (though it is easy to keep an eye on children from the comfort of the living areas.
The staff 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 kitchens in each villa allows you to prepare meals for fussy eaters or babies with ease, staff will be happy 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.
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 (villa facilities include a baby cot, highchair, car seat and games) 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 all the family amused throughout your holiday.
Dining
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 in the privacy of your villa 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 corresponding 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
The villa's central Seminyak location places many attractions within easy walking distance. If transport is required, the villa staff will happily call one of the island's safe and reasonably priced metered taxis, or organise the hire of a car and driver for day trips further afield.
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