Bali villas | Jimbaran villas
The sprawling 13,500 m2 cliff-top 5-star estate of Karang Putih villa is surrounded by a swath of green foliage and blooming tropical flowers, set amidst a backdrop of the stunning blue Indian Ocean of Uluwatu. A truly modern Bali villa in architecture and design, Karang Putih is located only 18 kilometers from Ngurah Rai International Airport, and within 20 minutes drives from an international standard Bali golf course.
This Bali property itself features a wide variety of services and entertainment options, including, lawn tennis, lawn boules, a putting green, and a private grass tennis court. Nearby you can also engage in surfing, water skiing, reef fishing & big game fishing. Just below this Bali villa estate a winding road will take you to a pristine white sand beach where the owners have built a private beach club for use by guests. The club is perfect for barbeques by the beach and afternoon swims. One of the most unique aspects of this Bali villa is that it boasts its own licensed helicopter pad serviced by Air Bali. Airport transfer from the airport via helicopter is available.
The main estate is comprised of three buildings: the main house, the pool house, and the private guest house. Two swimming pools, 6 air-conditioned bedrooms, mature tropical gardens, and a breathtaking view are the main highlights of this property. High ceilings and generous proportions of the rooms create the feeling of endless space, accented by the open nature of the structures and the resulting abundance of natural light. All of the rooms and corridors are exquisitely decorated with beautiful & rare antiques from the Asian region.
Drive to Porte Chasseur, where the huge main structure is entered through massive double doors leading into a breathtaking black-walled entrance hall adorned with antiques and artwork from a variety of countries in the Asian region, particularly China. An oversized Buddha greets you, and behind its red and black Chinese wardrobe backdrop, you enter the open living space which overlooks the expanse of the grounds and the water.
Immediately to the right lies the massive and comprehensive villa library and study. Lined with white bookshelves filled with books and photos, this living space is comfortably homey, and also maintains the fantastic view of the grounds beyond sliding glass doors. Pick a book and curl up on the black armchair under the gothic-style mirror for a quiet afternoon or sit at the large desk and write a postcard home. Black rattan couches are situated on the library terrace, composing a formal sitting area. This provides another ideal setting from which to enjoy the bounties of the stunning garden views.
Passing through the library through the western door you arrive at a large open foyer dominated by a colorful modern painting of a thoughtful woman.
Carpeted stairs lead up to the second floor, where lies one of the grand master bedrooms. A small sitting room complete with leather couches and lined with Balinese paintings and a butterfly collection offers a quiet retreat from where to look out through the massive windows and enjoy a bird’s eye view of the ocean. The actual bedroom is filled with a gentle glow during the day, complimented by the light color scheme; beige terracotta floor tiles and dark beige walls. A massive abstract painting sets the backdrop to the king-sized bed. A writing desk sits opposite the bed, behind which is located the generous walk-in wardrobe and an oversized painting of a tropical shell. This bali villa ensuite bathroom is fitted with a spacious terracotta bathtub that sits beneath large windows. The room is enlivened with tropical plants.
Back down the stairs, one continues on to the western end of the home where the second master bedroom is located. Dark gray terracotta tiles on the floor are divided by the king-sized bed that dominates the room, set in the middle. It is situated as to offer an ocean view simply by reclining in the embrace of the generous white linens of the bed. Alternatively, sit on the white rattan couch at the foot of the bed, stretch your legs out on the rich Oriental rug, and watch the Para-gliders drift by from the neighboring launch site. Behind the bed is a massive white standing wardrobe, decorated with Chinese tiger panels set to either side of a massive antique mirror. To the north of the room is the entranceway to the enormous ensuite open-air bathroom, which could arguably stand as a living area of its own. Sunlight drenches the gray terracotta bathtub and wooden vanity. An additional open-air shower, overflowing tropical potted plants, and old sketches of boats are added highlights. The toilet is situated in a separate room.
The spacious bedroom verandah of dark gray terracotta connects to the rest of the first floor, and stretches east all the way to the opposite side of the villa where the incorporated open-air dining and formal sitting area are located. Stunning sunset views provide the ideal ambiance for friendly dinners with friends and family, or for a romantic meal for two. A standing Chinese screen offers added privacy to the large dining room table that can seat up to 20 people. Traditional Balinese limestone carvings of deities stand watch.
Hip with black and white checkered tiles, the fully equipped open European kitchen and walk-in pantry sit off to one side of the dining area. A breakfast bar offers an additional dining area for a casual meal. The house chef can cook up whatever you can dream up; all you have to do is ask. An eastern doorway from the kitchen leads to the staff quarters and laundry room.
To the opposite side of the kitchen is yet another relaxed sitting area. Here you will find the only entertainment system in the house, complete with satellite TV, DVD player, and stereo. The shelves surrounding the entertainment system are filled with antique pottery from a variety of countries.
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Dharma | 
06 30th, 2008| 
