Bali Kali Kubu

Pink Skies over the Bukit Peninsula

This vacation home rental in Bali comes from one of those leaps of faith we all know we have in us, and fewer sometimes accomplish. But the lure of Bali, adventure and a love of the culture proved too much of an intoxicating mix for the owners who took that leap, creating a tropical-modern retreat where your views of the pink morning skies illuminate the jungle treetops over the Bukit Peninsula.

In partnership between Los Angeles–based architect Luc Berne, Balinese builder I Wayan Suestha, and luxury travel and design writer Kathryn Romeyn, the home blends iconic Balinese aesthetics with indigenous materials and craftsmanship, clean California contemporary lines, and a bright indoor/outdoor living plan that celebrates both.

Discretely blending with its surroundings, the delightfully modern, open-air floor plan and innovative architectural design allows the home to adhere to the the land while affording a private sanctuary.

The temple at the far side of the property is maintained by the gardener and his wife, and the offerings of "canang sari" are a hallmark of Balinese Hinduism. So, come celebrate the Island of the Gods’ rich culture of artistic craft and beauty here.

For the story behind the murals at this home, visit our Journal here.

This exotic vacation home rental in Bali is located below Densapar in the surf capital of the island. Known to have some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, from the villa you are within minutes of the crashing waves along the shore with the music of rare and exotic birds providing a natural soundtrack. 

Completed in 2018, this is a luxurious and private vacation home experience. Conceived as a modern take on Balinese architecture, the villa was carefully constructed and completely custom made, from the traditional hand crafted furnishings, to the colorful hued tile walls and rich teak accents.

Understated, casually luxurious and elegant, this home is designed to address the aesthetic preferences of the more discerning traveler.

Melding the California modern sensibility with Balinese craftsmanship, the home features family-owned artisan textiles, green Indian marble, rich teak woods and custom-made features painstakingly matched to the owners vision including a chevron-patterned green and white floor in the great room.

The great room is a voluminous space that soars two stories high with a fully equipped kitchen and dining space that leads to the pool on both sides and up to the three double bedrooms and work space and media loft.

The pool sits at the edge of the deck, with a fully equipped yoga shala designed to capture the dreamy landscape and sunsets, with the Indian Ocean horizon spreading out ahead of you.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Villa host will greet you upon arrival and will be available throughout your stay for any questions, issues or advice with a written guide provided highlighting some of the area's best restaurants/cafes, beaches and activities. Nightly security, housekeeping every morning. Wifi throughout, Smart TV with Netflix and enabled sound bar, climate control throughout. One-time airport pickup (or pickup from Seminyak, Canggu, Sanur or Ubud) is included with your stay with one of property owner's partner drivers. To avoid single use plastics, drinking water is provided in the water cooler, as are canvas tote bags. 

AROUND

Forty five minutes outside of the sprawling and slightly chaotic capital of Denpasar, you are also within two hours south of the ever popular inland town of Ubud passing through jaw dropping natural beauty on the road to Munduk in the cooler jungle highland region.

The nearby coastal area of Seminyak has evolved dramatically recently, surpassing the Kuta and Legian areas for the five star beach and resort lifestyle, with some of the best high end shopping, dining and nightlife on the island as well as a a popular surfing destination with good breaks all along the coast.

Nearby Padang Padang, Uluwatu and Bingin offer lots of great yoga classes, surf lessons and SUP, excellent international food and cafes, great massages and a much more laid-back vibe.

The stunning Balai Taman National Reserve sits at the farthest western tip where the nearby Pulaki Hindu Temple and it’s monkey inhabitants make for a fun day trip. The island’s abundant rice terraces are lush and peaceful and a romantic reminder of the way of life that has flourished here for centuries. Travel just about anywhere on the island for an up close look at how it’s done.

LOCATION

Bali, Indonesia. Nearest  Airport: Denpasar (20km)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Surf season and the dry season start around April/May and go through September . Rainy season starts in November and goes through March, but at the beginning and end especially the end, it mostly rains at night.