Whether the name Umah di Beji (“Bath
of the Gods”) refers to this five bedroom villa’s
signature swimming pool, dramatic floating bathtub or the river that
runs the entire length of the grounds, is rather lost in the midst of
time.
What is certain is that this magnificent property
represents one of Bali’s finest vacation properties
that was featured in a Financial Times article
regarding luxury villas in Bali.
Accessed via its own 150 metres driveway and bridge, Umah
di Beji enjoys a most secluded location amongst the padi
(rice) fields.
The villa itself is set in a picturesque location,
with gardens forming a natural amphitheatre.
Various buildings, all with traditional Balinese alang-alang
(thatch) roofs, frame the gardens and house the five king-sized suites.
The mature garden and numerous water features range down
towards the dramatic, lava rock swimming pool.
Umah di Beji is a magnificent, tranquil property of
exceptional visual appeal.
In fact, the size and design of the grounds provides for many
secluded seating areas making this villa the perfect location
for large groups of friends or family to congregate together or enjoy
private holiday time.
Located within easy reach of Bali’s Southern beach
resort of Seminyak and the luxurious restaurants, clubs and
boutiques in Oberoi, Umah di Beji is an excellent
base for holiday rest or Bali exploration.
Specifically...
- The villa is 1 km from the beach, and approximately 40
minutes from the airport.
- The prestigious Meridien golf course by Tanah Lot temple is
around 15 minutes away.
- Bali’s cultural centre, Ubud, can be reached within 45
minutes.
Umah di Beji commands the very
essence of luxury; superior interior and exterior presentation; an eye
for quality art and creative flair, making this premier villa a first
class choice for a vacation in Bali.
Facilities
- Road access to Villa
- Swimming pool
- Pool filtration system (salt/ chlorine)
- Car parking available at the Villa (8-10 cars)
- Main dining table (seats 12 pax)
- Living area(s) without air conditioning
- Ceiling fans in un-air conditioned living area(s)
- All bedrooms air-conditioned
Services
- Welcome drink and cool towel for all arrival times
- Laundry services
- Dry-cleaning services
- Able to organize additional cars and drivers for guests
- Able to organize self drive cars for guests
- In-house computer for guests
- Spa Treatment (Manori spa on call)
Miscellaneous Charges
- Cooking
- Passport registration
Children
- Child friendly Villa
- Baby cot
- Baby cot with mosquito net
- Baby high chair
- Children’s books, games and toys
- Villa staff willing to assist with children (daytime)
whilst parents present
- Able to arrange after hours baby sitting
AV Systems (In addition to bedrooms)
- VCD player
- Stereo system with CD player
- Stereo system without CD player
Kitchen Appliances
- Blender
- Conventional oven
Communication
- Telephone landline
- Radio telephone
- Local telephone access
- Interlocal telephone access
- International telephone access
- Fax machine (local)
- Fax machine (interlocal)
- Fax machine (international)
- Computer
- Computer with Broadband internet connection
- Internet connection capable (wireless)
Small Functions
- Sit down dinners and small gathering
- Maximum 20 pax
Large Functions
- Wedding and larger functions acceptable
- Function Coordinator required
- External Catering required
- Maximum 40-50 pax
- Function charge
- Security deposit required
- Banjar fee
- DJ/loud music permitted
- Curfew
- Sufficient power supply for DJ
Security
- Safety deposit box (addition to bedroom)
- 24 hour security
Extra Facilities / Appliances
- Electrical adaptors
- Hair dryer(s)
- Extra bed available
- Extra mattress available
- Able to provide water pressure during power failure
- Pool Deck Chairs / Sun Loungers
- Tennis court (shared)
- BBQ
Swimming pool
The deep 15m x 5m infinity edged pool rises against the falling slope
for dramatic effect.
Lava rock stone tastefully blends into the garden surround and
is fronted by a smaller pool complete with gargoyle fountains that
resemble the royal hot springs found elsewhere in Bali.
A wooden sundeck reaches back from the poolside towards the
boundary river below.
Patterned pathways, throughout the landscaped grounds, lead to
many delightfully secluded spots and examples of both Buddhist and
Balinese Hindu statues.
Staff
Umah di Beji is professionally managed by Bali’s premier
property services company, Bali Homes Management.
The staff compliment includes:
- One house manager
Juwono oversees and coordinates the staff, maintains the property and
is available to assist guests during their stay.
- One full-time cook
Trained in the preparation of both local and international
cuisine. A menu is provided and the staff will do all the
necessary market shopping.
- Four maids
Responsible for housekeeping duties, taking care of your daily laundry
and providing waiter service around the grounds and buildings of the
property.
- Eight security guards
Their duties are to patrol the grounds and guard the entrance of the
villa from dusk to dawn ensuring your security.
- Two gardeners and Two pool attendant
Tending the garden and the grounds of the villa. They ensure
that the facilities of the villa run smoothly during your visit.
A large pavilion houses the main living
space; an elongated open-air living and dining room
with the enclosed kitchen at one end.
- With room to easily accommodate a twelve-seat dining table,
centered below a gorgeous teak chandelier, and an eclectic mix of sofas
and easy chairs, you begin to get a sense of impressive scale.
- Complimentary antique pieces from Lombok and tasteful
modern wall hangings combine to create an ideal location for
entertaining large or small groups of guests.
- The state-of-the-art kitchen is usefully located directly
off this area so staff can easily serve and clear.
- An informal dining bale (Balinese gazebo) complete with a
dining/games table and daybed is positioned atop the river bank, and
makes the ideal spot for afternoon drinks and quiet repose.
- The sound of slow flowing water from the river below and
the dancing of bamboos in the breeze provide a natural serenade.
- A massage bale, just in front, completes the ensemble.
The master suite is enclosed in a private
structure at the edge of the property, with a wooden deck atop the
riverbank and a comfortable daybed from which to treasure this natural
retreat.
- The interior of the suite is the epitome of modern Chinese
luxury, housed beneath a high, dramatic ceiling displaying the
intricate craft of alang-alang.
- The room is dominated by an enormous bed that is headed by
a full-length floral wall hanging framed by dark teak beams and a
beautiful example of Chinese ceramic work.
Overlooking the river is a corner lounge area
with soft furnishings and a study room, featuring an impressive vase
collection set in built-in wall boxes and a striking golden Buddha lamp.
In keeping with the overall style of the villa, water plays a
key role in the opulent design of the en suite bathroom.
- The focal point is a teak bale housing a sunken Kerobokan
stone bathtub flanked by male and female Pembantu (helper) statues.
- A rectangular lotus pond with stepping stone access
surrounds the bale. At night, with candles, you almost feel like you
are floating amongst the lilies as you soak away a hard days relaxing!
- There is also a shower room, a completely enclosed lawn
area for private sunbathing and a separate decked bale, ideal for Ti
Chi or meditation.
The second and third bedrooms share an
outdoor lounge with natural furnishings and immaculate gardens.
- Both rooms also boast private terraces, including a
breakfasting terrace in the third bedroom.
- The white washed rooms host examples of Indonesian batik
designs and stamps.
- The second bedroom has a mosquito-canopied king-sized bed
mounted on a teak platform and lavished with layers of white cushions.
- The third bedroom is of similar design with twin beds.
- Sandwiched between the Oriental glass doors of the bedrooms
and en suite bathrooms, are dressing rooms with sunken square basins.
The fourth bedroom has a sumptuous
four-poster bed and the interior design combines a mixture of woods and
natural fiber furnishings.
The structure housing bedroom five has
ornate Balinese carved doors, a private seating deck overlooking the
river valley and the rice terraces beyond.
Furnishings include a teak four-poster and an antique mounted
Javanese topeng (mask) set on the writing desk.
All bedrooms benefit
from en suites which are among the best examples of all fresco
bathrooms.
Each boasts a sunken stone bathtub and gargoyle showers within
a private garden where you can indulge the senses in a warm shower
under a star-filled evening sky.
All bedrooms are
equipped with VCD players and sound systems can be found throughout the
living and dining areas.
The master bedroom boasts a DVD player.
