Ubud, Bali, ID
Villa Kelusa
Villa Kelusa, 4 bedrooms private villas in Ubud, Bali
- villas
- 10 Guests
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Pet Friendly
Description
The lovely and ultra-private Villa Kelusa is nestled in the Balinese foothills beneath the very small, traditional village of Kelusa. At jungle’s edge, atop a vast amphitheatre of rice paddies cascading down into the deep gorge of the holy Pakuseba River, Villa Kelusa commands a panoramic view of a distant ridge of nine ancient volcanoes. Sitting high on top of the ridge, Villa Kelusa creates a soothing grandstand from which to watch local farmers harvest rice; and the gorge is so vast that on most mornings, clouds and birds drift by below. While practically untouched by the modern world, Kelusa is also a surprisingly short drive up the hill from Ubud, a very large, bustling village which, with its world-renowned restaurants, dance performances, art galleries and nearby 5-star hotels, is considered the cultural centre of Bali.
Villa Kelusa blends together two properties, PONDOK SAPI (the Shed of the Cow) and PONDOK SURYA (Sunset House), which can be rented separately or together. All bedrooms, as well as living and dining areas, have breathtaking views. If you are seeking the real Bali, the enchanted Bali, the Bali so loved by musicologist Colin McPhee (author of “A House in Bali”), Charlie Chaplin, and the artists Antonio Blanco and Walter Spies...
PONDOK SAPI
Pondok Sapi, which means “pavilion of the cow” is named after the ubiquitous Balinese thatched sheds which dot the jungles and also shelter the farmers in their rice terraces. Pondok Sapi was designed as the private residence of a retired American writer and television journalist. Three separate buildings make up Pondok Sapi. Immediately to the North of Villa Kelusa’s entry gate rests the Main Pavilion, an open-air entertainment structure with breathtaking views of the Pakuseba Canyon. The Main Pavilion contains a gourmet kitchen, dining and living areas, full bathroom and an enclosed, air-conditioned media room that can be converted into a luxury bedroom.
The next building is the air-conditioned Glass House, a two-story glass-walled studio with a library and two spacious en-suite master bedrooms with king beds. The bottom suite can also be configured with two single beds. The doors and windows open completely to bring the surroundings inside. The Northernmost building is an open-air Pool Cabana with a private infinity pool and lounge area, with access to a large, landscaped lawn and rock garden. All buildings are perched atop a ridge, above tiled rice paddies that cascade down an enormous, steep ravine to the Pakuseba River and face West to maximize stunning sunset views over nine ancient volcanoes.
PONDOK SURYA
Pondok Surya, or Sunset House, rest to the South of the main entrance to Villa Kelusa. It was also designed with open, panoramic views of the rice paddies, jungle and mountains. The main floor is designed around a 20-meter infinity lap pool which runs through the centre of the house. An interior bridge carved from a single piece of ironwood connects the living and entertainment areas. Also on the main floor is an enclosed kitchen and beautifully-landscaped outdoor (but private) bathroom. In addition, there is an air-conditioned guest room that can be configured with a king bed or two single beds. Pondok Surya has a large, air-conditioned, second story in-suite master bedroom with a king bed and a wrap-around terrace. The sliding glass walls open up to bring the outside in. The master bath contains a massive custom bathtub, hand-carved from a single, giant tree, which looks out over the cascading rice fields.
What's included?
- All Government taxes
- Daily breakfast
- Return airport transfer for all guest
- Daily Ubud shuttle service (max. once per day, for minimum 3 nights stay, not
- applicable on check in and check out date)
- Complimentary coffee or tea during stay
- Complimentary 4 bicycles during stay
- Free wifi/internet connection in villa area
- Fruit basket upon arrival
What's not included?
- Complete lunch and dinner menu
- Grocery shopping
- Massage
- Activity booking (rafting, biking, volcano hike, Elephant Park, etc.)
- Events between 50-60 pax can be organized upon request
- Extra Bed : IDR 500.000 per night per bed (include breakfast for 1 person)
- Baby Cot : IDR 215.000 per night per cot
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