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The beautiful villa known as ‘Villa
Legenda’ is situated in the rice fields just steps
from the Indian Ocean at Berawa Beach on Bali’s southwest
coast. Completed in September 2006, the villa offers a captivating
blend of luxury, privacy and exemplary service.
This perfect location is close to every amenity guests might need,
yet it presents a fascinating insight into the life of rural Bali.
The culture of rice is one of Bali’s most ancient traditions.
Legenda, surrounded on two sides by rice paddies, is in the center
of that tradition. There are also glimpses of the Indian Ocean and
on clear days, there is a spectacular view of Bali’s majestic
mountains
In 10 minutes guests can be in the center of busy Seminyak. This
area presents an exciting nightlife, trendy boutiques, luxurious
spas, and internationally acclaimed restaurants and clubs. The villa
is 30 minutes from Denpasar International Airport.
Easily accessible sporting amenities include world-class surfing
at the Berawa Beach surf break; and golfing at Nirwana Bali Golf
Course, designed by Greg Norman and voted the number one golf course
in Indonesia. For horse lovers, the Umalas Equestrian Centre is
just a few kilometres away. Surf board and golf club rentals can
be arranged.
Legenda was designed by the internationally acclaimed Balinese
architect Popo Danes. He has been honoured with numerous awards
for his efforts in enriching Balinese contemporary architecture
and preserving the heritage of both Bali and Indonesia. He has projects
located throughout the Indonesian archipelago; in Malaysia; Thailand;
the United States; and India. He is known for his sensitivity to
nature, the environment and the culture within which he is working.
There is a wide choice of areas for dining and entertaining. Balconies
and verandas have been positioned to maximise the panoramic views
and the cooling tropical breezes. Guests will be soothed by the
rhythmic sounds of breaking ocean waves.
Living Room & Dining Room
Welcoming guests with its generous size and openness, the Living
Room offers a sweeping vista of the pool, gardens and adjacent rice
fields. Cooled by ceiling fans and natural ventilation, and characterised
by an Indian slate floor and a soaring vaulted ceiling, the room
is exquisitely furnished with cream leather sofas, chairs and bar
stools. The centrepiece is an impressive iron chandelier designed
by the owners. There is a polished granite party bar with fridge
and sink, and a round table with chairs for intimate dining.
A stairway leads down to the Dining Room, located on ground level
next to the pool terrace. The room is furnished with a three meter
long table which seats ten, a sideboard and a pair of 24-light standing
candelabra. The ceiling features cove lighting and specialty lighting
for the stunning art works which adorn the walls. Folding glass
doors offer guests cool alfresco dining and the ambience is enhanced
by water sounds emanating from adjacent ornamental ponds, water
spouts and bubbling urns.
There is a Powder Room at the foot of the stairs.
Service Kitchen & Media Room
A timber bridge traverses a pond between the Dining Room and the
immaculate Service Kitchen. It is fully equipped with everything
that the chef needs to prepare delicious meals in accordance with
the requests of each guest. A Wet Kitchen and a Laundry are both
tucked away at the back, along with the staff entrance.
The air-conditioned Media Room is equipped with a 32-inch LCD flat
screen TV, VCD player and surround sound system. It is entered via
folding doors leading from the Dining Room. This comfortable room
is furnished with two deeply-cushioned sofas, traditional batik
cushions, a games table with Plexiglas chairs, and an innovative
glass topped coffee table created by hand from coffee-wood branches.
Sliding windows on one side overlook an ornamental pond and a window
on the other side looks out at the pool. Books and artifacts fill
the bookcases.
Master Suite, Guest Suite and Guest House
The Master Suite is accessed by an elevated covered walkway on
the Living Room level, bridging a water garden below. A sliding
door opens to reveal the air-conditioned Office/Sitting Room, complete
with merbau wood floor, antique desk, chairs and original artwork
on the walls.
The Master Bedroom is entered via another sliding door, where a
splendid king-size, canopied bed, dressed in white linens and mosquito
netting sits in the center of the room like a throne. It features
intricate carving and is a copy of an old Madurese Royal bed. This
air-conditioned room is equipped with a TV and VCD player. The walls
are decorated in a cool shade of blue. There is a vaulted wood ceiling
and folding glass doors that open onto a wide wrap around slate-floored
balcony. This allows guests to choose open air sleeping instead
of air-conditioning if they wish.
The views from this room and balcony are breathtaking. The balcony
is furnished with a cushioned day bed, rattan armchairs and a dining
table for a private breakfast or lunch. This is also a wonderful
spot for sunset cocktails.
The ensuite air-conditioned bathroom is luxurious. It boasts a
cream-colored marble floor, an abundance of wall mirrors, an oval-shaped
terrazzo bathtub for two and twin marble washbasins. A toilet cubicle
and a separate shower are each entered via frosted glass doors.
The powerful overhead rainshower is complemented by a handheld shower.
There is a large closet and dressing area with built-in wardrobes,
drawers and plenty of storage space. A safe deposit box and mini-bar
fridge are located in the dressing area.
The air-conditioned Guest Suite is located on the Ground level.
The Sitting Room/Children’s Bedroom is entered through a sliding
door leading off a covered walkway beside a beautiful water garden.
There is an L-shaped sofa that can be converted into twin beds,
making this suite ideal for a family.
The bedroom is entered through a sliding wooden door which separates
it from the sitting room, or through doors opening onto the Terrace
and Garden. This generous bedroom is furnished with antiques and
artwork, an Oriental rug and a king-size, four-poster steel bed.
The bed has elaborate white mosquito netting which allows guests
to sleep with the folding glass doors open to the rice field views,
or to choose the option of air-conditioning.
The Guest Suite is equipped with a safe deposit box and a mini-bar
fridge. A beautiful old cabinet holds a TV and VCD player. The dressing
area and ensuite bathroom follow the same layout and have the same
amenities as the Master Suite. The wide wrap around white Palimanan
stone terrace is furnished with an antique carved Timorese table
and chairs for private dining, or just relaxing and viewing the
rice fields.
The free standing Guest House is located on the far side of the
living and dining pavilion on ground level. It can be reached from
the Dining Room or by an outdoor staircase which leads from the
Living Room. It is air-conditioned and features a soaring ceiling
and a merbau wood floor. The furnishings include a queen size, four-poster
bed fashioned from carved teak, with exquisite white linens and
mosquito netting; an antique cabinet housing a TV and VCD player
with surround sound; a writing table and chairs.
The air-conditioned bathroom has a marble floor and a dressing
area with fitted wardrobes, huge mirrors, and louvered doors which
hide a safe deposit box and mini bar fridge. Double marble topped
vanity units support large glass washbowls with teak cupboards and
shelves underneath. The toilet cubicle and separate shower are each
located behind frosted glass doors. The powerful rainshower is complemented
by a handheld shower. Glass doors lead to an open air bathroom romantically
lit by unique wall lamps. An oversize bathtub is sheltered under
the roof eaves, and there is an outdoor rainshower for moonlit bathing.
A glass wall of sliding doors opens onto a white Palimanan stone
terrace. There is a marble topped iron table and chairs for private
dining with garden and pool views. The terrace is sheltered by a
pergola supporting a cascade of white thumbergia flowers.
Garden, Swimming Pool, and Relaxation Pavilion
The 16 x 3 metre, blue slate tiled swimming pool has a waterfall
at one end, two infinity edges, and is anchored by a Pendopo, used
as a Relaxation Pavilion. This ancient structure is the core of
a 150-year old wooden Joglo house from Java. It showcases ornate
hand-carvings and robust columns, and was constructed using traditional
tongue and groove techniques without the use of any nails or bolts.
Furnished with a rustic table, a deeply cushioned rattan sofa and
chairs, this raised pavilion, with its antique terracotta tiled
floor is another delightful area for dining, entertaining and relaxing.
There is a granite topped bar for serving at the back of the structure.
The white Palimanan stone pool terrace is shaded by sweet-scented
white frangipani trees; there are 4 sunbeds and two umbrellas.
The expansive gardens are dotted with palm trees and white-flowering
shrubs and trees. Open to the rice fields on one side with a view
unbroken by walls or fences, the property expands its borders.
Water is a predominant element in the spiritual landscape of Bali.
This is reflected throughout the property, but especially in the
enchanting water garden between the bedroom pavilion and the Living/Dining
pavilion. The pond features white lotus and bulrushes, and is planted
with white orchids and a frangipani tree on an island. Two serene
Buddha statues sit in stone caves against a backdrop of flowing
water to complete this beautiful water feature.
Services
Legenda is supported by a carefully selected team of highly trained
and experienced staff members who will ensure that its guests experience
a truly enjoyable stay in Bali. The team includes an in-house chef,
a head houseman, housekeepers, a full time gardener and three security
guards. The chef is trained in the preparation of both local and
international cuisine, and is responsible for the market shopping.
Nannies, baby-sitting services, spa and massage services, the use
of a car and driver, tour guides and any additional staff are available
on request. An extra charge will apply. A baby’s cot and high
chair can be supplied.
* Airport transfer
* In-house laundry
* In-villa massages
* Limited in villa menu
* Music & dance performances
* Catering for lunch and dinner parties
* Food & beverage shopping at cost by staff
* Villa information booklet together with publications for island
sightseeing, touring, dining & shopping
Facilities
* Maximum no of guests: 6 people (adult or children) and 2 children
* 3 bedrooms in total, 2 king bedrooms, 1 queen bed, with split
air- conditioning & overhead fans. Extra bed/mattress available
* 3 unsuited bathrooms and 3 indoor shower
* Private Swimming Pool salt water filtration system 16 meter x
3 mtr
* Satelite phone
* Safety box in Master bedroom and Guest house
* Satellite TV, VCD/DVD and Stereo CD & Cassette Player
* Book library
* Large parking area maximum for 4 car |