Master suite

This yellow-themed, fully air-conditioned suite is ideal for a family; comprising a master bedroom with king-size bed, dressing area and bathroom, a TV room equipped with satellite-channel TV/DVD player and furnished with a daybed (which doubles as a bed suitable for two children), and a glass-walled study. An additional room is furnished with a daybed that also converts to a small double bed or two single beds suitable for children, while an open-air sunken lounge at the front provides a private place to relax upon a huge cushioned sofa while enjoying views of the gardens and river valley.

Bordered by a fish-filled lily pond and guarded by a serene Buddha statue, the master bathroom is fitted with a sunken tub and walk-in monsoon shower. Glass doors fold open to create an alfresco bathing experience.

Guest suites

The three guest suites are furnished with queen-size beds, one of which can be converted into twins. Each suite is housed within a self-contained pavilion with windows on two sides that open to the view, and a covered terrace at the front furnished with armchairs. Each suite follows a cheery colour theme in blue, green, or red ? with soft furnishings and high quality artwork in coordinating hues.

The newly built fifth bedroom

Namely the Orange Room, (with its own bathroom) is attached to the red guest suite. It also has twin beds which can be combined to create a queen. This room also has three sets of bunk beds, making it suitable for up to  8 children in total, or a large family. All suites are equipped with cable TVs and DVD players and incorporate huge daybeds set within a window recess, which can each sleep two to three children. Positioned between the sleeping area and the bathroom of each suite is a dressing room with twin wash basins, large wall mirrors, storage and hanging space. Each cream terrazzo ensuite is identical to the master bathroom in configuration and outlook.

The living area overlooks the pool from the upper level of the main pavilion. Glass doors open out onto a terrace and a big red sofa provides an abundance of comfortable seating around a coffee table. Adjacent to the living area is a well-stocked cocktail bar stylishly crafted in black granite and ideal for parties and other special events. The bar is complemented by six red bar stools, red lanterns and ceiling-mounted speakers.

The dining area is situated opposite the living area and bar in the main pavilion. Here, a glass-topped table for 12 is flanked by royal-blue-cushioned dining chairs. Adjacent, but outdoors, is a breakfast area with a terracotta tiled floor sheltered by a pergola roof dripping in white-flowering thunbergia. Furnished with a table for ten, this is a great spot to start the day.

The Arsana Estate has a dedicated team of 16 staff, including eight from the local community who are happy for guests accompany them at village ceremonies and events to give them the inside scoop on Bali life and culture.

Full-time manager
Dandiputera is The Arsana's full-time manager and has years of experience working at the highest levels within the Bali hospitality world. His job is to oversee and coordinate the staff and property, and to assist guests during their stay and is on call 24 hours a day.

Full-time chef/cook
The chef prepares daily lunch and dinner, according to the wishes and whims of guests Healthy foods are specialties but the chef can also bring a smile to the faces of comfort food fans and is a dab hand with fried chicken. The chef is assisted by Butlers who will take care of your needs at breakfast time ? that most important meal of the day.

Butlers
Nyoman assisted by Wayan, Made and Gangga, the champions of all things domestic, will look after villa guests throughout the day, serving food, snacks and beverages and assist the kitchen at meal times as well as attending to all of the daily cleaning duties at the villa.

Gardener/pool attendants
Two gardeners tend the garden at The Arsana keeping it looking spick and span and hugely tropical.

Spa staff/masseuse
Off-site, fully trained spa staff will visit the villa upon request to provide a range of spa and massage treatments. Fitness trainers and yoga instructors can also attend guests at the villa (extra fees apply).

Security
The villa is kept safe and secure 24 hours a day by five security guards working in shifts.

Maintenance
Should your AC need attention, don't despair. Gusti is on hand to fix it... or anything else that needs an overhaul. Unfortunately, the pool doesn't clean itself, so every morning Gusti will be out there discreetly taking care of business so you can enjoy your poolside experience even more.

The pool area is accessed by steps leading down from the living and dining level. The 18 x 8-metre swimming pool is distinguished by two infinity edges and two ironwood decks furnished with sunbeds and umbrellas. The water cascade from the upper terrace is a striking feature; flanked by frangipani trees it flows into a shallow children's pool at one end of the main pool. Next to the pool deck is a white Palimanan stone pool lounge and bar with a glass and teakwood roof, ceiling fans, bar stools, a table and built-in cushioned daybeds for lounging and enjoying barbecues, tapas and drinks from the bar. There is a washroom to one side. Also beside the pool are two shady massage annexes.

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 The Arsana Estate by fully trained therapists from a reputable local spa (extra charges will apply).

The Arsana is located 11km from Tanah Lot sea temple, in the sleepy village of Tohjiwa Nyambu in the Tabanan Regency. This beautiful rural area of rice fields and jungle-clad river valleys, is a nature lovers' paradise. The enchanting village of Tohjiwa Nyambu is a stunning example of a traditional Balinese community, and is regarded as one of the prettiest villages on the island. The area is great for cycling (bicycles are available at the villa for guest use) and, by taking advantage of this facility, guests can enjoy a privileged insight into the agricultural, religious and daily life of the villagers. ?Nirwana Bali Golf Course' (10km) was designed by Greg Norman and voted the number one golf course in Asia. The coastline (11km) is rugged and the beaches more suited to surfing than swimming.

-Echo Beach
11 km

-Canggu Club
12km

-Keroboka
13km

-Seminyak
18km

-Kuta
23km

-Nirwana Bali Golf Club
10km

-Tanah Lot Sea Temple
11km

-Waterbom Park
24km

-Denpasar Airport
28 km

-Ubud
37 km

-Mt Batukaru
35 km

-Elephant Safari Park
47km

Dandiputera The Arsana Estate's manager, 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 staff about the local area. 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.

• The Arsana Estate is close to the famous temple at Tanah Lot (11 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.

• A nice sunset alternative is to head down to Echo Beach (11km) where a number of cafes offer good sunset views and cold beer. This area is being heavily upgraded with a high-end villa-hotel, Sea Sentosa, being built, drawing in other shops and restaurants. Note that the beach here is dark volcanic sand and the waters are better suited to surfing, having a pronounced swell and rip, rather than children's swimming. (Better kids' paddling/sandcastle beaches are in Seminyak and Kuta).

• 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, The Living Room, La Lucciola, Sardine and Métis.

• There's also a good variety of restaurants and bars in and around Ubud. Visit one of the local warungs (eateries) on the main Sayan road for a simple traditional nasi campur lunch (rice with vegetables, meat or fish). Alternatively, the five-star hotels on the Sayan Ridge all have first-class fine-dining restaurants. Closer to Ubud, Mozaic is the only restaurant in Indonesia to have received the exceptional honour of entry in the refined worldwide guide of 'Les Grandes Tables du Monde' (reservations essential). Other recommendations include Siam Sally (Thai), Casa Luna (great for cakes and desserts), Kafe Batan Waru (classic Indonesian dishes taken from old family recipes), Café Lotus, with its romantic outlook over the beautiful lotus pond of Puri Taman Sariswati, or Indus where you can enjoy delicious home cooking and another glorious valley and mountain view. Naughty Nuri's is a rustic Ubud institution, with a daily barbecue and dangerously strong martinis. If you want to purchase artwork of any description then head to Ubud. Classic, contemporary and abstract paintings, fine art, folk art, framed photographs and decorative wall panels can all be found in the towns numerous galleries, studios and art shops.
  

• Play a round at the unbelievably scenic Nirwana Bali Golf Course (10 km). 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Go on a bicycle ride to explore the scenic rice-field landscape and rural villages of the Tabanan Regency; 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.
  

Exclusive use of the villa and the services of its team of staff including villa manager, chef, housekeepers, butlers, Villa facilities include 5 bedrooms, private swimming pool, movie theatre with 60-inch TV, Nintendo Wii, PS3, trampoline, basketball hoop.

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