Villa Alamanda
Hotel Overview
Villa Alamanda, situated ten minutes east
of the cultural town of Ubud, is
approached through the traditional Balinese woodcarvers' village of Tengkulak.
Perched high on a ridge above the Petanu
River, with valley views, the graceful architecture
of this thatched hideaway blends contemporary elegance with ethnic
charm.
Designed to harmonise with the environment and utilising local
materials, this exclusive villa comfortably sleeps
up to eight people in four stylish and spacious
air-conditioned bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom.
Elegant teak furniture is complemented by clean lines, natural
colours and local artwork. A sizeable, open-air lounge and dining
terrace overhangs the jungle, creating a real feeling of space. Villa
Alamanda presents tropical living at its best.
The property is built on the side of a hill; the living area
and bedrooms are all on the same level with steps leading down into the
garden. A large gate opens onto a paved parking area, where indigenous
‘serai' stone walls portray a jigsaw of shapes.
Timeworn statues of comical characters greet the guests as
they step into the cool interior of the villa through a set of antique
double doors. Inside, the hallway extends towards a T-shaped wooden
terrace.
Furnished with antiques, this breezy open-air living area runs
the length of the house and boasts a delightful dining section that
just out over the tranquil gardens as they tumble into the steep ravine.
The garden and pool area provide the perfect spot for
relaxation. The garden is equipped with a large bale with plenty of
space to stretch out and enjoy the afternoons in luxurious style.
The garden area is large enough for children play or
for you to entertain friends.
Location
Villa Alamanda is located in Ubud.
- An hour and fifteen minutes' drive from Ngurah Rai
international airport, Ubud is Bali's centre for fine arts,
dance and music; while the surrounding villages are home to Bali's most
accomplished painters, dancers, musicians and carvers.
- This remarkable town is encompassed by magnificent terraced
rice fields, rivers, traditional villages, art and craft communities,
ancient temples and palaces. 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
feature 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.
Rooms
Each of the four bedrooms features
red-hued hardwood floors, double sliding glass and louvre doors that
open onto the terrace, en-suite bathrooms, fitted wardrobes and safety
deposit boxes.
The 'Master Bedroom' is
furnished in a contemporary style, enhanced by a bell jar ceiling
lantern, Indonesian artefacts and paintings by local artists.
- Louvre doors lead into a dressing room, fitted with a
chunky marble washbasin and teak cabinets and adjacent to the bathroom,
with its marble bathtub and shower.
- The glassless windows in the bathroom allow the cool
breezes to permeate, and provide lovely views of the main garden area
and swimming pool bordering the river valley.
The 'Red Room' is
characterised by red accessories such as the lamps and paintings; and
the 'Cinnamon Room' by the spicy-scented cinnamon
stick arrangement in the vase above the bed.
- Both of these bedrooms feature a private garden bathroom
with a marble bathtub surrounded by walls and leafy shrubs.
A separate thatched pavilion houses the 'Garden
Suite', a cosy bedroom that also doubles as
air-conditioned lounge containing shelves of DVDs and books.
- The Garden Suite features an en-suite garden bathroom with
a canopied bathtub.
A fully-equipped kitchen is behind the Garden
Suite and is accessible from the car-parking area.
There is so much attention to detail; even the water tower is
decorated with fanciful carved flowers, dragonflies and birds.
An arched gateway with rustic Balinese doors marks the
entrance to the beautiful garden, accessed by a
dramatic flight of seventeen stone steps leading down from the car-park
level.
- The garden is shaded by verdant jungle foliage and filled
with an abundance of brightly coloured, sweet-scented tropical flowers
and plants.
- A gnarled frangipani tree overhangs the enticing swimming
pool; the water appears to cascade over the curved infinity
edge into the backdrop of banana plants, bamboo, and towering coconut
palms.
- A large relaxation gazebo, known as a 'Bale
Bengong', is situated next to the pool and offers
the comfort of cushioned daybeds.
- Sunloungers are positioned on the white Palimanan stone
patio; hand-carved paras stone statues and garden lamps create a
romantic ambience.
The constant sound of the fast flowing Petanu
River, as it carves its way through the steep gorge
below, is accompanied by the melody of birdsong and cicadas.
Villa Alamanda is an ideal choice for those
looking for modern luxury in peaceful surroundings; an enchanting
retreat where guests can enjoy a relaxing experience with personalised
service.
Services
Facilities
- Sealed / paved road access to Villa
- Swimming pool
- Chlorine pool filtration system
- Car parking available at the Villa (4 spots)
- Main dining table (seats 8 pax)
- 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
- Complimentary meal provided on arrival
- Breakfasts included
- Fulltime personal use Car / Driver included
Miscellaneous Charges
- Cooking
- Service charge (food & beverages)
- Passport registration
Children
- Child friendly Villa
- Baby cot
- Baby cot with mosquito net
- Baby high chair
- Children’s books, games and toys
- Children’s videos and DVDs
- Villa staff willing to assist with children (daytime)
whilst parents present
- Able to arrange after hours baby sitting
AV Systems (In addition to bedrooms)
- Stereo system with CD player
Kitchen Appliances
- Juicer
- Blender
- Conventional oven
Communication
- Telephone landline
- Local telephone access
Small Functions
- Sit down dinners and small gathering (where the no. of pax
exceeds the capacity of the villa – sufficient chairs, cutlery and
crockery)
- Maximum 8 people for sit and 50 standing pty
- In-house catering
Large Functions
- Wedding and larger functions acceptable
- External Catering required
- Maximum 50 people for standing party
- Banjar fee
- Curfew 12 am
- Sufficient power supply for DJ
- Generator support sufficient for DJ
Security
Daytime security (from 5 pm to 7 am)
Night time security
Extra Facilities / Appliances
- Electrical adaptors
- Hair dryer(s)
- Extra mattress available
- Video / VCD / DVD library
- Book library
- Board games
- Able to provide water pressure during power failure
- Pool Deck Chairs / Sun Loungers
Other sport / recreational facilities
Staff
Villa Alamanda is fully
serviced by:
- A full-time house manager
Oversees and coordinates the staff and property and is available to
assist guests during their stay.
- One Cook
Trained in the preparation of both local and international
cuisine. A menu is provided, and the cook will do all the
market shopping.
- Two maids
Responsible for housekeeping duties, taking care of daily laundry and
providing waitress service around the grounds and buildings of the
property.
- One Security Guard
Duties are to patrol the grounds and guard the entrance of the villa
from dusk to dawn ensuring the security of the guests.
- Two gardeners
Tending the garden and the grounds of the villa, and cleaning and
maintaining the swimming pool.
- One Driver and Car provided.
Entertainment
- Stereo music system for CDs and tapes
- Satellite TV
- DVD player