Villa Jembar Lawang

The impressive Villa Jembar Lawang is completely encompassed by emerald rice fields and is situated just a few minutes walk from the rugged beach at the ancient fishing village of Canggu on Bali`s west coast.

Built on 2,200 square metres of land, the     property can sleep up to five couples .  The impressive Villa Jembar Lawang is completely encompassed by emerald rice fields and is situated just a few minutes walk from the rugged beach at the ancient fishing

village of Canggu on Bali`s west coast. Built on 2,200 square metres of land, the

property can sleep up to five couples, with four bedrooms and a spacious library that

can also serve as a bedroom. The villa was designed by the acclaimed Balinese

architect Popo Danes, who was recently honoured with the `Indonesian Institute of

Architect` award for his efforts in promoting contemporary Balinese architecture in

its proper way.

The style of the villa is contemporary and elegant; a group of eight or ten people can

stay at the house, very comfortably, without encroaching on each others` space. It was

specifically designed to maximise the wonderful panoramic views, and offers the

ultimate in private luxury for those who seek tranquillity combined with a high

standard of service. Jembar Lawang means `large open door or gate` in the Javanese

language. It is an indirect expression for `warm welcome`, which is substantiated by

the antique statues of a Javanese wedding couple, waiting to welcome the guests as

they step over the threshold.

Indeed, guests entering the property for the first time, as they cross over a small

ornamental pond, will have no idea what to expect behind the large front door. They

will be surprised when they find that the doorway leads into a magnificent,

semi-circular, open living area supported by towering Romanesque columns and

harmonised by a cool terracotta tiled floor. Looking out over the flat green lawn and

furnished with antique daybeds, a large dining table, and low antique retro tables,

this is an ideal place for relaxing or socialising; perfect for a party, a reception

or a lazy lunch. This imposing living area is the main focus of the property and is

flanked on either side by corresponding two-storey wings, which accommodate the

bedroom suites, the library, the entertainment room, two additional ground floor

shower rooms, the kitchen and the laundry.

There are four double bedrooms, two in each wing, boasting spacious en-suite terrazzo

bathrooms. The light and airy bedrooms also feature built-in wardrobes, chunky antique

furniture, timber floors, picture windows and large sliding glass doors. One of the

bedrooms has a romantic four-poster bed. The downstairs bedrooms are each complemented

by a terrace overlooking the garden, and the upstairs bedrooms each feature a large

stone balcony with an attractive balustrade, furnished with daybeds and enhanced by

pots of bougainvillea and stunning views of the rice fields. Each of the en-suite

bathrooms with its terrazzo fixtures, has its own distinct characteristics; some of

the bathrooms are entered by stepping through beautiful old wooden doors and feature

slate paved floors, bathtubs, and `his and hers` washbasins; others feature open-air

garden showers surrounded by pebbles and plants, another displays a carved white

Palimanan stone frieze on the exterior wall.

The library, which can also double as an additional bedroom, is situated upstairs and

is furnished with an antique, hand-carved and canopied, ceremonial marriage bed. This

room also features an en-suite bathroom and a large balcony; facing west, this is a

place to enjoy beautiful sunsets and more of those spectacular views, accompanied by

the sounds of cicadas, frogs and the distant murmur of the waves.

The entertainment room, downstairs in the opposite wing of the villa, is a cosy snug

where guests can relax in air-conditioned comfort with a satellite TV, DVD player, and

a `Bose` surround sound system.

Bulrush ponds border the villa, and the flat lawns of the walled garden are dotted

with coconut trees, but the attractive grounds of the property are deliberately not

crowded with plants and shrubs, therefore ensuring that it retains the feeling of

space. An 18 x 4 metre infinity edge lap pool runs the width of the garden at the top

end, sheltered by a grassy terrace. A thatched `bale`, a traditional Balinese

relaxation pavilion, is situated on one side of the pool.

The spacious kitchen, where the staff will prepare a wide range of delicious meals

from an innovative menu, is fully equipped with wooden fitted cupboards and a modern

stainless steel hob and oven. A laundry is situated at the back of the kitchen, and

other practicalities, such as the staff quarters and the garage are taken care of in

the service area beside the ample car park, leaving the remainder of the house free

for the guests to enjoy.

The peaceful, coastal village of Canggu is set within a beautiful agricultural region

located between Kuta and Tanah Lot. The area is home to some of the most luxurious

private villas on the island, and is situated forty minutes from Bali`s International

Airport and fifteen minutes from one of the best golf courses in Asia. Remarkably

laidback and undeveloped, this out of town setting offers the double attraction of

being relatively close to everything that guests might need, while also offering

visitors a privileged insight into the traditions of rural Bali. The local population

make their living from fishing and farming; ducks are herded through the rice fields,

the sound of gamelan music is carried on the breeze, and religious ceremonies are an

integral part of daily life. The sweeping beach is renowned for its panoramic

coastline views and legendary sunsets. It has some world-class surf breaks but the

currents are strong and it is dangerous for swimming. The trendy Seminyak area, a mere

twenty minutes drive away, offers wide choice of international restaurants, chic

cocktail bars, exciting nightclubs, lavish spas and elegant shops. The nearby Nirwana

Golf Course, designed by Greg Norman, is close to the famous Tanah Lot sea temple -

one of the island's most dramatic and venerated temples, perched on a craggy

wave-lashed rock just at the edge of the frothing white surf and glistening black

shoreline. Guests staying at Villa Jembar Lawang will also enjoy Hotel Tugu, situated

a few minutes walk away, beside the beach at Canggu. The hotel is a living museum of

priceless antiques and rare cultural artifacts, and it also offers the attractions of

fine dining together with the facilities of a delightful spa.

Party Facilities At Villa Jembar Lawang
The extensive open space within the secluded garden, combined with the grandiose of

the living area, makes Villa Jembar Lawang the ideal tropical setting for parties,

weddings, reunion celebrations, barbeques and other functions. The sizeable modern

kitchen provides the staff with the equipment and facilities to cater for a wide

variety of events and a large number of guests. Special events can also be coordinated

by professional outside caterers who have the world-class expertise to prepare a

sumptuous feast at the villa, in addition to the coordination of decorations, flowers,

lighting, sound systems and entertainment. A small family group can be indulged with a

sizzling barbeque beside the pool at sunset. The poolside bale can be set up as an

alfresco dining pavilion, guests can spill out onto the patio, and the elevated

terrace behind the pool can be utilized as a stage for Balinese dance performances.

The open-air living area is perfect for a cocktail reception, and the garden is large

enough to comfortably accommodate up to one hundred guests. A car and driver are

available at an additional cost.

Villa Facilities
- 4 fully air-conditioned bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and double or twin

beds
- Library with air-conditioning and en-suite bathroom that can easily be transformed

into a large bedroom
- Large open living room incorporating dining n lounge areas
- Entertainment room with air-conditioning, satellite TV, DVD and quality surround

sound system
- 2 additional ground floor bathrooms with outdoor shower
- Private overflow 18 x 4 metre lap pool
- Large walled garden, land area of 2200 square metres with building area of 600

square metres on two floors
- Household staff, IDD Telephone, Night security.

Villa Jembar Lawang - Villa Rates

REMARKS:
High season period: July 1 - 31, September 1 - 15, Chinese New Year, Easter Week.
Peak season period: August 1 - 31 and December 20 - January 8
Promotional period: N/A
All rates are quoted in USD, subject to 15% government tax & service charge, inclusive of refreshing welcome drinks upon arrival, daily Continental breakfast, and airport pick-up service. Long term and last minute rates are available upon request.

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