Villa Kayu is situated within a private tropical oasis in an established villa neighbourhood just five kilometres from buzzing Seminyak, Bali’s fashion, dining and entertainment hub. The villa is a living work of art and a veritable feast for the senses. Its hand-hewn timber gate opens to a tranquil koi pond and pathway leading to the first joglo pavilion, which houses an open-sided living room furnished with a plush, U-shaped sofa. Views from here are of the stunning 28-metre swimming pool and garden beyond. Six restored joglo pavilions make up Villa Kayu, housing four bedrooms, a living area, kitchen and dining area, and television lounge between them. These traditional wooden structures were originally the preferred dwellings of royal and aristocratic Javanese families.
Villa Kayu’s manager greets guests with freshly opened coconuts filled with rehydrating coconut water. Bapak Ngurah has plenty of experience in the hospitality industry from his years working on cruise ships, and is a great source of local tips and information. Guests have the option to stock up on groceries at one of the nearby markets such as the expatriate favourite, Bali Deli on Jalan Kunti, or ask the staff to shop for them for a minimal fee. Complimentary breakfast is prepared daily and for a royal pampering a private chef can be hired to prepare lunch and dinner from a suggestion menu that includes Western and Asian dishes ranging from Mexican Fajitas to Thai Chili Shrimp Skewers and Mango Chicken Salad.
Villa Kayu is part of Bali Ethnic Villas, a three-villa compound that also includes 3-bedroom Villa Kalua and 5-bedroom Villa Ka, providing a total of 12 double bedrooms. Each villa is designed to be enjoyed individually or can be booked for large groups and private events such as weddings.