The word maridadi means beautiful in Swahili, and Villa Maridadi more than lives up to its name. This stunning five-bedroom residence with traditional alang-alang thatched roofs, lush tropical gardens, generous green-stone swimming pool, lavish living spaces, and spectacular ocean views exudes beauty from every pore

Set at 5,000 square meters in the sleepy seaside village of Cemagi on Bali's southwest coast this family-style villa offers an authentic Balinese experience. Bordered by rice fields on one side and glistening black-sand beaches on the other, and with the sea temple of Pura Gede Luhur Batungaus punctuating the horizon, guests at Maridadi are not only treated to stunning panoramas but also to the most enchanting and exotic of Balinese traditions. It is through observing the rice farmer tending his fields and witnessing the elaborate ceremonial processions at the temple that the true essence of this island of the gods is revealed.

Thoughtfully designed for relaxation and comfort, this spacious and welcoming home mixes traditional architecture and artifacts with easy modern living. Throughout the villa, splashes of vibrant red - in the soft furnishings, the bright parasols, and the magnificent flowering heliconias - contrast beautifully against the teak wood furniture and the green of the well-manicured lawns. Five large air-conditioned bedrooms with luxurious garden bathrooms provide guests with total peace and privacy; two of them include twin roll-out beds, making the rooms ideal for families. Options for leisure and entertainment are endless with a games room, 18-meter swimming pool, open-sided living and dining pavilion, massage bale and an adorable thatched rice barn, or lumbung, overlooking the ocean and perfect for sunset cocktails

A treasured ingredient of a stay at this villa is the warm and friendly staff. From the attentive butlers to the experienced in-house chef they will gladly attend to your requests with a minimum of fuss, whether it be arranging a spa service or preparing your favorite meal

The added beauty of Villa Maridadi is that although you may well choose not to leave this sumptuous oasis, the world-famous surf breaks of Echo Beach, the dramatic Tanah Lot sea temple, and an exciting choice of places to eat, drink and shop in up-and-coming Canggu are just a 10-minute drive away, while cosmopolitan Seminyak, with an even greater choice of restaurants and boutiques, can be reached in about half an hour.

Villa Highlights~

• Open-sided living and dining pavilion overlooking the pool
• Dining area with 3m long wooden table
• Bose sound system
• Fully equipped kitchen in separate pavilion adjoining dining area
• Game room with pool table and large cushioned seating areas
• The inviting 18-meter green-stone pool is bordered by natural Palimanan stone
• Timber decking with six sun loungers and umbrellas
• Outdoor washroom and shower
• Outdoor ten-seater table shaded by a sail
• Large, manicured lawn area perfect for events
• Lumbung (rice barn) is perfect for relaxing
• Massage bale
• Wi-Fi
• Staff: Villa manager, chef, driver, housekeepers. Gardeners, pool attendant, 24-hour security
• Car and driver are available for 8 hours at a special rate of USD35++/day (excluding petrol).
• Spectacular event venues and celebrations for up to 30 people can be arranged with prior notice.

Accommodations~

Super-King Master Suite: This stand-alone, ocean-view suite features a lofty thatched roof, ceiling fan (in addition to air conditioning), and solid teak floors. The bedroom is accessed via two sets of sliding glass doors, one opening onto a patio where daybeds beckon. Back inside, beautiful Javanese wood is crafted to form the super-king four-poster bed and a decorative wall carving. Teak wardrobes provide plenty of hanging space.

In the bathroom, a cream terrazzo tub shelters beneath the thatch while the shower stands open to the elements in a sunny walled garden. Connecting to the bedroom is a study furnished with a writing desk and a large window seat from which to view the flat-screen satellite TV with a DVD player. A trundle bed or baby cot can be set up in the study which, together with the adjacent garden shower room, makes an ideal suite for young families.

King Master Suites (1 & 2): Two master suites are housed in separate buildings behind the living and dining pavilion and feature teakwood floors and alang-alang thatched ceilings. Interesting artifacts and bright abstract paintings distinguish the two rooms; however, both feature king-size beds draped in mosquito netting, ceiling fans (in addition to air conditioning), and stone-walled garden bathrooms comprising a cream terrazzo bathtub and wash basin plus an open-air Palimanan stone shower. A patio area provides the perfect place to take in the ocean views.

Guest Bedrooms (3 & 4): Directly behind the master suites is a large two-story building fitted out with a games/TV room upstairs and two guest bedrooms downstairs. Both light and airy bedrooms feature large twin beds (which can be converted into a king bed and have trundle beds underneath) - perfect for children - and a garden bathroom with an open-air shower.

Location~

Nestled between rice fields and the Indian Ocean, Villa Maridadi is situated in the traditional village of Cemagi on Bali's southwest coast. The black sandy shores and rocky outcrops are also home to the small sea temple of Pura Gede Luhur Batungaus.

Walk through the gate at the front of the garden and take a stroll along the beach, or cycle through the rice fields and experience the Balinese way of life; you are bound to witness a village ceremony or two as you explore.

Despite its rural setting, the villa is only 30 minutes drive from the many restaurants and shops of cosmopolitan Seminyak. World-famous Echo Beach is also within easy reach (10 minutes by car), where guests can enjoy the laidback surfer vibe, an ice-cold beer, and some incredible sunsets. And just down the road from Echo Beach, Canggu's Jalan Batu Bolong is lined with exciting new places to eat, drink and shop.

Dining~

Villa Maridadi offers a suggested menu featuring Indonesian and international dishes to cater to all tastes. If guests have a specific request then the in-house chef is more than happy to tailor meals accordingly and accommodate any special dietary requirements.

It goes without saying that guests should take the opportunity to sample local Balinese delicacies or, if more casual dining is preferred, get the chef to cook up succulent steaks or fresh seafood on the barbecue. For those seeking a romantic candlelit dinner, the villa staff is more than happy to arrange for a beautiful tent to be set up on the lawn near the pool.

To make the most of the kitchen and give staff time to shop, it is a good idea to plan meals with the chef the evening before. Guests will be requested to provide a float for provisions, which are charged at cost price plus a 20% handling fee which is also subject to service charge and government tax.

Spa~

Feel like a body scrub or massage? Just ask our staff to bring the spa to you! The bale in the garden is an idyllic spot to enjoy a relaxing massage accompanied by the soothing sound of the waves. We can recommend deluxe treatments carried out by fully trained therapists from a reputable local spa (extra charges will apply). Here's a sample of what's on the menu:

Massage: Release built-up tension with a traditional Balinese massage. Using a combination of gentle stretches, acupressure, and aromatherapy oils to stimulate the flow of blood, oxygen, and energy around your body you will feel totally relaxed in no time.

Foot Reflexology: A natural healing art based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet corresponding to every part of the body. Through the application of pressure on these reflexes, tension is relieved, and circulation is improved leaving you feeling balanced.

Body Scrub: A full body scrub will exfoliate and hydrate your skin leaving it soft and smooth. A rejuvenating scrub combines an abrasive material such as salt, coffee, rice bran, or pecan hulls with essential oils to remove any impurities and make your skin glow.

Manicure/Pedicure: Our hands and feet work hard for us every day but rarely get the attention they deserve. Treat them to a manicure or pedicure, which usually comes with the added bonus of a quick hand or foot massage.

To See & Do~

• The villa is close to the famous sea temple at Tanah Lot (9km). Although renowned for its sunset vistas, going early in the morning provides a better idea of the power of the location and the chance to see it undisturbed, apart from perhaps an offering ceremony
• A nice sunset alternative is to head down to Echo Beach (11km) where a number of cafes offer good sunset views and cold beer. Hotel Tugu, a very stylish and eclectic boutique hotel a few minutes further down the coast is also a good sunset spot. Note that the beach along this section of the coast is dark volcanic sand and the waters are better suited to surfing than swimming.
• Fashionistas, trendies shop-a-holics, and foodies should hot-foot it down to Seminyak, Bali's most cosmopolitan enclave. Here, you can indulge for hours in the glut of stylish, chic boutiques and international restaurants and bars including Potato Head Beach club. For furniture, antiques, and homeware stores go for a wander around the streets of nearby Kerobokan.
• Colorful processions to the beachside Hindu temple at the neighboring village of Seseh (a 1km walk along the beach) are frequent. On special festival days, thousands of devout Hindus wearing ceremonial dresses will converge on this important temple to perform cleansing rituals beside the ocean.
• With its warm seas, almost year-round season, relatively uncrowded beach and reef breaks, and suitability for all levels of experience, Bali surfing is world-renowned. Canggu (11km) is known for its world-class surf breaks, offering an exposed reef break with consistent surf. May to October (dry season) is the favored time for waves. Reef breaks provide lefts and rights--in fact, Canggu presents one of the few right-hand waves on the west coast of Bali.
• Explore Bali's backroads, lakes, volcanoes, forests, and beaches on the back of a Harley Davidson bike with Island Biker Tours. Full-day Harley tours, customized tours, or shorter joy rides can all be accommodated.