Villa Bali

Seasoned travellers from all over the world are now discovering the benefits of staying in a private villa when visiting Bali. The confinement of a traditional hotel room is easily exchanged with the comfort and privacy of a private villa that offers more space and choice in regards to the level of services and facilities on offer. For visitors who like the amenities of hotels, many international hotel and resort chains are now incorporating villa residences and guests staying in the villas often enjoy al the facilities such as pools, restaurants and spas.

A stand alone luxury villa in Bali will inevitably feature a private pool, sun deck, semi-open living spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, modern bathroom facilities with Jacuzzi and air conditioned bedrooms. Most villas also feature the latest in entertainment technology such as wifi, cable and satellite with flat screen TVs, iPod dock stations and sometimes even a home cinema.

Bali is known for its skilled developers, architects and interior designers and the island boasts some of the most stunning villas in South East Asia. Whether visitors are looking for modern architecture with clean lines and minimalistic interior fittings or the more traditional Balinese bungalow-style villa, Bali has it all. In the more traditional villas, furniture and building materials have often been sourced on the island giving the property an authentic natural feel, while more modern villas boasts contemporary architecture and innovative design features.

Known for its gentle people and high level of services, Balinese hospitality also extends to villa rentals. Most villas come with a maid and a cook as a standard, and visitors often have the option of hiring a nanny or a driver in addition. For special occasions such as weddings parties or birthdays, villa staff will go out of their way to make the event unforgettable.

The areas around Kuta and the southern tip of the island have experienced incredible growth in the last decade with the choice of private villas every increasing. Seminyak has emerged as the island's hot spot with a wide variety of restaurant and entertainment options, as well as extensive shopping choices. Villas in this area tend to be occupied most of the year and booking in advance is essential. Further up north, in Ubud or Lovina, the atmosphere is more relaxed and both towns offer beautiful natural scenery with Ubud being known for its art scene and yoga studios and Lovina famed for its black volcanic beaches and wild dolphins. The west coast features a stunning rugged beach and a number of very high end resorts have given this area a luxury, secluded feel.

Bali has something for everyone. From its world-renowned beaches and volcanoes to green valleys and rice terraces to hip urban living, Bali promises not to disappoint. With an increasing number of villas on offer for investors and visitors alike, this pearl is a most for any self-respecting globe trotter!