Villa Asmara Traditional Style

Absorb the energy and be soothed by the serenity of the Island of Gods in exotic splendour at Villa Asmara. This enchanting rural sanctuary overlooks the rice fields and rugged shores of the sleepy village of Cemagi that worships its very own sea temple, Pura Gede Luhur Batungaus. Featuring an open-sided lounge and dining room, large swimming pool, games room, media room and four spacious bedrooms with ensuite garden bathrooms, this fully staffed villa is the ideal choice for families and friends craving peace and privacy.

It’s hard not to fall in love with Villa Asmara. Named after the ancient Sanskrit word for love, guests will be captured by the villa’s spell from the moment they enter its doors. Perhaps it’s the large wise Buddha gazing across the gorgeous green-stone swimming pool, or the sound of crashing waves in the distance, or the exotic tropical gardens, but one thing is for sure: you can’t help but feel the warm and positive energy that embraces this villa.

Villa Layout

The energy and ambiance of Villa Asmara is evident from the moment guests enter the compound through the traditional Balinese doors and cross the Palimanan stepping stones over the tranquil fish pond. From here, the living pavilion overlooks the 12-metre green-stone swimming pool, at one end of which a large carved stone Buddha evokes a deep sense of calm.

The three-storey living pavilion comprises a lounge and dining room at ground level, games room and master bedroom on the first floor, and a media room cosily housed under the soaring eaves of the roof space. A second master suite occupies a stand-alone poolside pavilion, opposite which lie the two guest bedrooms.

Bedroom Layout

All four air-conditioned bedrooms at Villa Asmara have pool or ocean views and are tastefully decorated with Javanese antiques. Ceiling fans provide an alternative cooling option (except Master Suite 1) and all four rooms feature deluxe ensuite bathrooms.

Living Areas

The open-sided lounge area with its soft cream arches is perfect for family and friends to enjoy a drink before dinner. A large red L-shaped sofa and an antique Javanese daybed beckon guests to recline in style as they are cooled by ceiling fans or the gentle ocean breeze. Come dinner time the eight-seater solid teak dining table is ideal for enjoying a home cooked meal prepared by the chef in the nearby kitchen. For those that wish to cater for themselves, the kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, black granite worktops and a four-seater marble dining table for casual dining.

Games & Media Room

Above the lounge is the games room, with a glass balustrade to optimize views of the pool, ocean, rice fields and mountains. Enjoy a game of billiards here at dusk – a comfortable sofa is provided for onlookers. For card or poker enthusiasts, a small glass-top table with four chairs conveniently awaits.

Keep climbing and you will reach the air-conditioned media room. This is the ultimate den, with Bose sound system, huge plasma-screen satellite TV and DVD player. Kick back on the comfortable brown suede sofa and watch a movie, or take a seat on the balcony and enjoy birds-eye views across the palm trees to the ocean.

The focus of attention by the 12-metre green-stone swimming pool is undoubtedly the large Buddha-head statue that quietly contemplates the immaculately manicured lawns surrounding it. Here guests can absorb Asmara’s peace and tranquillity by putting their feet up on the reclining sun loungers, perhaps after a game of tennis on the villa’s shared court.

The gardens are just heavenly: frangipani and palm trees sway in the breeze, while red dragonflies dart amongst the vibrant heliconias and fish meander through the waters of the tranquil pond.