Deep in the heart of Bali, perched on a
venerated spur of land at the confluence of two rivers, is the stunning
hideaway known as Villa Vajra.
Designed by the internationally acclaimed architect, Guy
Morgan, this modern, spacious villa sleeps
up to seven guests and offers the ultimate in
luxurious accommodation within a totally private and exclusive,
close-to-nature setting.
The property and gardens
are landscaped into the slopes of the steep valley, and the approach,
via a raised wooden walkway through undisturbed rice fields, gives no
clue to the remarkable design of the villa, or the
breathtaking views of the jungle and river gorge.
Constructed with high quality local materials
including ‘alang alang’ thatch, Palimanan stone and teak wood; the
property combines the very best of Balinese architectural elements with
contemporary flair, elegant finishes and modern amenities. The
villa presents a blend of outdoor living and air-conditioned comfort.
Villa Vajra is named after the
quintessential symbol of Vajrayana Buddhism, a
five-pronged ritual object often employed in conjunction with a bell.
The Vajra is
represented by a carving in a freestanding stone at the main entrance.
Villa Vajra is situated in the quiet
traditional village of Sebali in
the district of Kaliki, an
hour and fifteen minutes’ drive from Ngurah Rai international airport,
and about ten minutes’ drive from the cultural town of Ubud.
- This remarkable town is Bali’s
centre for fine arts, dance and music, and the surrounding villages are
home to Bali’s most accomplished painters, dancers, musicians and
carvers.
- It is located 300 metres above sea level
in the foothills of the central mountain range; this gives it a
fresher, more pleasant climate than the southern coastal regions.
- The numerous art galleries in Ubud
display traditional and modern work; the museums showcase the island’s
rich history, and the shops and the market stalls sell handicrafts,
jewellery, woodcarvings, textiles, paintings and antiques.
- There are many, well-presented, cultural performances
staged in the town, in particular the Hindu epic, the
Ramayana; also the Kecak Dance, the Fire Dance, the Monkey Dance and
the Legong Dance.
- The countryside around Ubud
is particularly beautiful, with an abundance of trails offering
memorable walks through the peaceful rice fields.
- The location is convenient for tours all over the island
and is only a forty-minute drive from the coast.
