Dharma | 
02 3rd, 2008| 
Taking its name from a sacred spring, the magnificent six-bedroom villa in canggu, known as ‘The Beji’, rests within 40-are of land, bordered by rice terraces and a river, within walking distance of the beach on Bali’s south-western coast. This Bali property is comprised of ten single-storey pavilions, together with one double-storey building, a 27-metre swimming pool, and ornamental ponds, leisurely spread throughout lush, expansive gardens. Constructed of local materials, with ironwood shingle roofs, the style is restful with a fresh cool décor and contemporary furnishings.
Location
The Beji is hidden away in the Balinese village of Berawa, one kilometre from the beach, near Canggu. The rice field setting offers the double attraction of being close to everything that guests might need, while also presenting a fascinating insight into the traditions of rural Bali. The beach is renowned for its legendary sunsets and world-class surf breaks, and the neighbouring Seminyak area presents an exciting nightlife, together with an abundance of trendy boutiques, luxurious spas, and internationally acclaimed restaurants – including the well-known ‘Ku Dé Ta’, ‘Kafé Warisan’, ‘Living Room’, ‘Hu’u’ and ‘La Lucciola’. This Bali villa is a mere 30 minutes’ drive from the international airport, and convenient for all of the main tourist attractions and shopping malls. Easily accessible sporting amenities include the ‘Nirwana Bali Golf Course’, which was designed by Greg Norman and voted the number one golf course in Indonesia, and the neighbouring ‘Canggu Club’, offering sports, social and leisure amenities. For horse lovers, the ‘Umalas Equestrian Centre’ is just five minutes away.
Villa Design : Living Pavilion & Sunken Lounge
The elevated, open-sided, living pavilion presides over the garden; its Palimanan stone floor extending onto a timber deck bounded by a cascading wall of water. Embracing a stylish cream and black colour theme, the pavilion is furnished with three yielding sofas, two ottomans and a coffee table, complemented by a coiled stainless steel sculpture and lamp-stand created by local sculptor, Chen of ‘Chenergy’. Ideal for entertaining and relaxing, this ample lounge is cooled by natural breezes and paddle ceiling fans. Surround-sound music speakers are fitted in the high roof.
To one side of the Living Pavilion is another deck, with two frangipani trees and an open-air sunken lounge, presenting built-in cushioned seating at a lower level.
