Located in prestigious Sanur neighborhood on the southern tip of Bali , close to the historic Blanjong area of Sanur 5 minutes walking from the beach and local attractions , villa Arimbi is a truly estate garden home for the lovers of balinese architecture and tropical garden atmosphere.

The villa offers five pavillons set with alang alang roofed , and a modernised ‘Lumbung’ a rice barn, surrounding a central lotus and water lily pond, a swimming pool & jacuzzi spread graciously in a tropical garden designs by the landscape architect Made Wijaya famous for its creation as the David Bowie house in Mustique West Indies.

Featured in many design books, Villa Arimbi Sanur supported by a friendly staff provides exceptional accommodation for up 10/11 persons. Choose from five themed bedrooms, an attention to details runs throughout the villa.

Villa Arimbi named after a mythical figure in the puppet Wayan theatre has been lovingly fully renovated in 2010. Step into a world where the old and authentic Bali blends the 21th century comfort and contemporary elegance. Villa Arimbi supported the John Faucett Foundation its neighbour for humanitarian projects in Indonesia.

The Villa

We take great pride in the authenticity and beauty of our homeaway. It was part of Taman Mertasari estate. This fabulous garden compound has been created in the “80 “ by several friends lovers of Balinese people & culture. and more specially by an artist Brent Hesselyn, a pioneer in Bali.

At that time Taman Metarsari was the place to be.
Our wish was to keep the spirit and the ethnic charm of this old colonial style estate, while bringing some chic laughter and a touch of contemporary elegance. No detail has been overlooked and great care has been taken during renovation done the ten first months of 2010.

From the moment you enter through the "aling-aling", a short screen wall set behind the wooden garden doors functioning in the Balinese hindu philosophy to protect the property from troublesome, you enter a world of enchantment. Discover a large compound : 1600 m2 of privacy and exclusivity shaded by huges coconuts trees in a tropical surrounding.

The design of villa Arimbi Sanur is based on the traditional Balinese architectural : a concept where the garden is the focal point of Balinese living and the different pavilions are laid around in separates style alang alang roof bungalows according to its function. The estate has six separate pavilions for open thatched living spaces and intimate sleeping pavilions.

Bale And Lotus pond

Water is the predominant feature in this villa. The peaceful centerpiece of the garden is the bale, a relaxation pavilion surrounded by a lotus and water lily fishpond amidst scented frangipanis. Water cooled breezes bring natural air conditioning into its confines.

Living and Dining Pavilion

It’s refreshing to relax on a colonial style fan cooled space verandah and take the scents views and sounds of the surrounding tropical garden. Enjoy Balinese food in the dining room and follow the rythme of an open living tropical in an environment of harmony and serenity.

Lounge Bar and TV Gazebo

Recline in the lounge an exquisite open-air living area for a lazy afternoon cocktail ,watch the splendid sunset across the coconut trees or enjoy a movie in the corner dedicated to TV. The several living spots allows each one both privacy and space to relax, or mix to enjoy the company of others.

Pool Jacuzzi, deck and pool side bale

Swim laps , take a dip or just lay in the sun by the edge of the wooden deck of the large private plunge pool. Wind down in the Jacuzzi surrounded by lotus after a day visiting Bali, shopping playing golf. or kite surfing. Take a snack, play cards or just chat with friends in the poolside bale, a cosy unformal area with its white palimanan wall .

Massage room

Bali is extremely popular in the world for his traditional massage rituals. Experience the in villa massages, pamper your body and mind, enjoy and relax in the treatment room where you would appreciate burning scented oils, white net curtains a relaxing sofa and an ensuite bathroom with an open air shower. The perfect retreat to experience massages.

Kitchen

On the back of the dining pavilion, a large fully equipped kitchen with all we need to prepare breakfast, Balinese or international meals as well as kid’s favorites. A large American fridge complete this gourmet space. Outdoor BBQ available for seafood parties

Bedrooms

Villa Arimbi boasts three Sleeping Pavillons that can sleep up to a total of 10 guests in five distinctive bedrooms. In addition an adjacent small room and the Lumbung can sleep up to 3 kids or teenagers.

Our wish was to find the way joining simplicity of nature with contemporary flair and tradition elements to make an environment of harmony and serenity in every bedroom. Each room and bathrooms is designed in a uniquely different style has its own distinct character and charm and agrees with people who care about personalized details.

Our challenge was to make each room different while making sure they all flowed together. They find a link in the warm brown of numerous antique carved teak doors, merbabu wood of window frames walls and parquet floors, providing a lovely contrast against the greenery of the tropical plants.

Each bedroom contain king keen or two single beds with mosquito net canopies. They have been designed with luxury furnishings, plush pillow - top mattresses, fine linen ,large wardrobes, safety boxes and are all provided with air conditioning , and fans in the uppers rooms. They are equipped with a safe deposit box, flat screen TV and DVD player on request , and iPod music player. They are completed with six bathrooms in harmony with the theme of each bedroom .

Orient Express

A unick relax refinement ambiance of train travel harks back to a colonial age of Asia.

Warm atmosphere of wood, antique Chinese furniture, old Balinese photographs, a leather straps trunk suitcase, teak staircase, beautiful old fashion windows on three sides with insects screen, create a nostalgic atmosphere, and recalls a romantic era of travel.

This large masteroom is spread on the first floor of the Temple Sleeping Pavillon together with an elegant ensuite bathroom and an open to the sky natural stones two persons shower : one for you Madam and the other for you Sir.

The must …. A spectacular view ! Imagine, you wake up in a floating bed in the middle of coconut trees, a magic experience !!!

Uluwatu

On the ground level of the Pond Pavilion, named after one of the most beautiful and oldest cliff top temple in Bali, this suite of 85 m2 is inspired with tradition and ocean. An harmonious fusion of traditional Balinese design with some simple yet elegant contemporary elements give the feeling of a spiritual spot where the main element is the four poster king size teak wood bed and a huge photograph from the talented Nikola Kostic.

The room is completed with a walk in wardrobes, a small semi open office and an amazing expansive ensuite indoor and outdoor bali style bathroom : an art potery as the basin, a rustic shower made with teak wood, and a terrazzo bathtub framed with an authentic mural depicting people of ancient old Bali.

Nomad

The ecru decor with warm earthy tones wood furnishings, large twins beds topped with delicate round mosquito nets, create a relaxing and natural atmosphere for the nomad bedroom set up on the ground level of the Temple Seeping Pavilion.

Just imagine how it ‘s to stay in an oasis of calm seated on a safari folding chair while enjoying the view of the frangipanis and lotus pond. Ivory black out curtains drawn at night ensure total privacy and a good night’s sleep. The semi open tropical courtyard bathroom maximizes natural elements. It features a grey terrazzo bathtub, two natural stones basin and outside both a rain shower and a convenient hand shower fittings

Shalimar

A colorful ambiance gives an intimist and intoxicating atmosphere of exotic gardens to this high ceilinged bedroom of the first floor of the Pond Pavilion. The decor to ignite the senses, balances subtle purple and red with contrasts of wood : the old Balinese teakwood bed and a massive antique teak desk of Chinese merchant.

It overlooks the pond and the beautiful surrounding gardens of Mertasari. An ensuite bathroom with a hand shower and two chic pedestal marble basins is linked with another adjoining lovely room features with a single bed. It can used as a huge dressing room or be the perfect bedroom for one child.

N’5

An sober and cozy ambiance of black and white for this totally new bedroom to embody French casually elegance and art and culture of the island. With its design furniture, fancy fabrics lamps and personalized details this chic bedroom is the perfect place for nights of rest and intimacy.

The ensuite smaller sophisticated bathroom is semi open, and you can enjoy a shower made of volcanic grey stone surrounded by black pebble under the sky .

Lumbung

The ‘lumbung' one small wood house with lots of character can be used as extra sleep for 1 or 2 teenagers. This authentic rice granary is part of Bali's unique cultural heritage. Traditionally used to store rice under the protection of the goddess Dewi Sri.

The few lumbungs of the Taman Mertasari estate were the first ones in Bali to be modified into private rooms almost 30 years ago on the idea of the owner Brent Hesselyn. We are lucky to still have one of these treasure!

Facilities and Services

Living area

• Private pool 12 x 4.50 with wooden pool deck
• Jacuzzi
• Sunbeds with umbrellas by the pool
• Outside shower for pool
• Pool bale
• Open Air living room and dining room
• Open air Bar Lounge & TV pavillon
• Wide flat screen cable TV with DVD player and sound system
• Ceiling fan in every open room
• Massage and body care room
• Office with telephone/printer/copier /scanner
• Internet WIFI wireless
• Library with Bali documentation
• Fully equiped kitchen
• Tropical garden with lotus pond and a garden gazebo
• Parking with security post

Sleeping pavilion

• Private ensuite bathroom - split showers and bathtubes
• Air conditioning in every bedroom, some with fans
• Mosquitos net canopies
• Safety deposit boxes in every bedroom
• Flat TV screen and DVD on requirment - iPod station
• Bathrobes
• Complimentary bathroom products
• Lumbung special extra sleeping area

Service Complimentary

• Complimentary airport transferts
• Complimentary continental or american breakfast
• Complementary sarong
• Security post
• Dedicated staff on the site
• Groceries and beverage shopping
• Cook for breakfast and light lunch
• Welcome drinks, flower arrangment upon arrival
• Hot & cold mineral water dispenser –
• Afternoon tea

Available on request with additional charges

• Massages hairdresser manicure pedicure...
• Car rental with driver or self drive - - motocycle rental
• Children friendly villa with babysitters
• Tour guide services
• Cook for dinner
• Dry cleaning & laundry

Staff

Bali is renowned for the warm hospitality of its people and this is evident in the friendly smiles and attentive service of our villa staff. A friendly staff , discreet caring to ensure with enthusiasm that you will have a truly enjoyable holiday experience at Villa Arimbi Sanur.

By getting to know them, you will learn a lot about traditions and Balinese Hindu culture. They will be very happy and proud to give you this opportunity.

• Butler , housekeeping and linen service - fully equipped laundry
• Concierge service to fulfill your requests and requirements
• Gardener pool attendant - Work discreetly in maintaining the landscape and the pool without disturbing the guests.
• Security guard Live in staff quarters

Location

Sanur is situated on the southern part of Bali, 20 minutes drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport. Villa Arimbi is tucked into the residential and peaceful area of Mertasari in the south end of Sanur ,close to the historic temple of Blanjong, 5 minutes to beach and local attractions.