Bedroom 1 - Master
King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower & bathtub, Air conditioning, Safe, Terrace.

Bedroom 2 - Master
King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower & bathtub, Air conditioning, Safe, Terrace.

Bedroom 3
King size bed, Semi-open-air ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower & bathtub, Air conditioning, Safe, Terrace.

Bedroom 4
King size bed, Semi-open-air ensuite bathroom with hand-held shower & bathtub, Air conditioning, Safe, Terrace.

Bedroom 5
King size bed, Open-air ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower, Air conditioning, Safe, Terrace.

Indoor living
 
In Villa Anucara's main pavilion an air-conditioned white and blue themed living room is furnished with two comfy sofas and chairs and an antique coffee table all set before a 46-inch TV with satellite channels and a Blu-Ray disc player. Antique wooden artefacts and a Balinese gong adorn the room and sliding glass doors lead out from here to the garden.

Separated from the living area by the grand central foyer, the dining room and kitchen are dominated by a long and beautiful suar wood table with seating for ten, lit by three hanging lanterns with huge woven bamboo shades.  A montage of aqua images embellish the walls alongside tribal shields from Papua.  Floor-to-ceiling glass doors at one end of the dining area provide garden views and lead out to the pool and terrace.

The villa has an enviable, air conditioned, feature kitchen that's almost over-equipped with serious brand-name appliances.  Characterised by a wall of rough-cut marble mosaic and polished concrete work surfaces, the kitchen includes a massive central island lit by three hanging lanterns and accompanied by four wooden bar stools.

Outdoor living

The very sociably situated sunken poolside lounge is sure to see a lion's share of daytime activity. Open on three sides, it features a kitchen area and guest washroom, a wooden bar, antique Indonesian daybeds that serve as tables, bar stools, and wide, built-in sofas with enough seating room for a small army. Above, on the rooftop terrace, daybeds beckon for sunbathing and sunset cocktails.

An alfresco dining area sits to the right of the pool between the sunken lounge and a patio area lined with river stones and furnished with two all-weather couches. A ten-seater dining table provides a lovely spot to enjoy dinner after the heat of the day has subsided.

The villa's mature garden stretches for what feels like forever, changing its characteristics as it meanders past the pool and the guest bedrooms towards the property?s boundary. Poolside, sun loungers and two double daybeds are positioned next to mature frangipanis, palms and lilies that pepper the lawns. At the far end of the 35-metre pool the water overflows down a three metre cascade to a smaller pool fronted by two Ganesha (elephant god) statues. Beyond, a 'wild' garden of ornamental grasses and white flowering shrubs eventually gives way to a small 'enchanted forest' of palm trees and silence.

One of the greatest advantages of staying in a villa is the personalised service provided by dedicated staff. Villa Anucara's staff have been professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their warm and friendly Balinese hospitality.

Villa manager
Villa Anucara's friendly manager is responsible for the overall operation of the villa. His job is to oversee and coordinate the staff and property and to assist guests during their stay. Sharing his time between Atacaya and two other nearby villas, he makes sure all guests' needs are taken care of each morning, and is on call should any problems arise.

Chef
The villa's skilled private chef will happily prepare anything from the Western, Asian, vegetarian and children's suggestion menus, as well as discuss special requests and dietary requirements.

Butlers
The butlers are highly trained professionals who are dedicated to making sure their guests experience great five-star service and are left wanting for nothing. They also look after the daily housekeeping and domestic duties.

Garden and pool
Two gardeners maintain Villa Anucara's lush gardens, ponds and swimming pool.

Driver
Upon request, a driver and car (seating up to 7 passengers) is available to villa guests for ten hours a day (excluding petrol).

Security
The villa is kept safe and secure by four security guards on shifts 24 hours a day.

Private pool facing to the sea 35m x 5m (0,75m-1,75m)

Perhaps the best way to explore this beautiful rural area of Bali is by foot or bicycle (bicycle hire can be arranged); the lanes around Anucara are flat and quiet as long as you steer clear of the main road. Five minutes' walk up the black-sand beach is the small sea temple of Pura Gede Luhur Batungaus; it sits on a rocky outcrop and is reminiscent of a miniature Tanah Lot, Bali's most famous sea temple located two or three kilometres further up the coast (9km by road). Heading inland, before you reach the main road, is a village temple and traditional market, where there always seems to be a lot of colourful activity.

Points of Interest

• 9 km to Tanah Lot Sea Temple
• 9 km to Nirwana Bali Golf and Tanah Lot sea temple
• 11 km to Canggu
• 12 km to Kerobokan
• 15 km to Seminyak
• 19 km to Kuta
• 37 km to Ubud

• 150 meters to Cemagi beach
• 11 km to Canggu and Echo beach
• 16 km to Seminyak beach

• 24 km to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)

Villa Anucara'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 villa is close to the famous sea temple at Tanah Lot (9 km). Although renowned for its sunset vistas, going early in the morning 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. Hotel Tugu, a very stylish and eclectic boutique hotel a few minutes further down the coast is also a good sunset spot. Note that the beach along this section of the coast is dark volcanic sand and the waters are better suited to surfing than swimming.
• 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.
• 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.
• Colourful processions to the beachside Hindu temple at the neighbouring village of Seseh (1km walk along the beach) are frequent. On special festival days, thousands of devout Hindus wearing ceremonial dress will converge on this important temple to perform cleansing rituals beside the ocean.
• 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.
• With its warm seas, almost year-round season, relatively uncrowded beach and reef breaks and suitability for all levels of experience, Bali surfing is world renowned. Canggu (11km) is known for its world-class surf breaks, offering an exposed reef break with consistent surf. May to
• October (dry season) is the favoured time for waves. Reef breaks provide lefts and rights-in fact, Canggu presents one of the few right-hand waves on the west coast of Bali.
• 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.
• Explore Bali's backroads, lakes, volcanoes, forests and beaches on the back of a Harley Davidson bike with Island Biker Tours. Full day Harley tour, customised tours or shorter joy rides can all be accommodated.
• Pulau Dive Charters offers luxury boat charters around the beautiful islands and waters surrounding Bali. They specialise in private fishing, surfing and diving charters and also offer unique personalised day trips to Nusa Lembongan. Perfect for a family day out on the water or with a group of friends.

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