In summary
Situated down a quiet Canggu street, a stone’s throw from the sea, the tropical oasis of Villa LuWih awaits you. With its modern simplicity, two infinity pools and dramatic waterfall feature, Villa LuWih stands out from the crowd. Facing west, LuWih affords tremendous views of the Indian Ocean and Bali’s famous sunsets. This vast six-bedroom villa boasts plenty of indoor and outdoor living spaces, lush tropical gardens, an outdoor bar, and unobstructed ocean views from all angles. Staffed with a friendly, professional team, including a skilled chef, this luxurious villa is perfect for large families or friends traveling in a group.
12 people (6 ensuite bedrooms: 5 with king-size beds, 1 with twins). 2 extra beds may be set up on request. Additional charge applies after 12 guests.
Indoors
Living room with floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides providing uninterrupted sea views
With U-shape sofa arrangement
Dining room for 12 surrounded by glass providing al-fresco views
2nd level wood-floored living area with folding glass doors that can be opened for tropical living
State-of-the-art air-conditioned media room with 60-inch TV with Apple TV, surround sound, and sliding glass doors onto the upper pool
Modern fitted kitchen with breakfast bar, and second service kitchen out of sight
Outdoors
2nd pool on the upper level with stunning views from its glass fronted depths, and a dramatic waterfall that cascades down to the main 12m lap pool below
Open-air bar
Relaxation balé Deck with cushioned sun-loungers and umbrellas
Second upper level deck with L-shaped wicker sofa and colourful cushions
Staff and Service
Villa manager; private chef; housekeeping; butlers and security. (Babysitter, masseuse, driver and yoga instructor available on request.)
A wide variety of Western and Asian dishes are available for in-house dining. Off-menu requests are also accommodated (including special diets). Grocery cost is charged 20% handling fee which is subject to service and tax at the prevailing rate.
Car and driver (seating up to 7 passengers) is available to villa guests at special rates US$45++ for 8 consecutive hours per day (guests will be asked to provide money for petrol). Additional hours are charged extra. A child car-seat is available on request.
Location
Tucked away at the end of a quiet rural lane in the district of Canggu, Villa LuWih is located just a stone’s throw from the dramatic black sands and rolling waves of Pererenan Beach – one of Bali’s most popular surfing spots. The villa is also just a short drive from trendy Echo Beach (7km) with its beachfront bars, restaurants and surf shops. Heading slightly further south down the coast is the fascinating museum-hotel Tugu, which is well worth dropping into for drinks or dinner. Villa LuWih is approximately mid-way between the sacred Tanah Lot beach temple (10km), and the sophisticated shopping and dining centre of Seminyak (13km).
The villa manager at Villa LuWih will typically have a wealth of information about nearby places of interest and will help arrange transport and make any bookings required. Do also ask the staff about the local area. Many of them live nearby and will be able to give an interesting insight into some of the fascinating aspects of Bali life.
In the meantime, here’s a taste of some of the activities on offer within reach of the villa. If you’ve always dreamed of galloping along a beach or riding through villages bordered by rice fields, now’s your chance. Bali Horse Adventure, located five minutes from the villa, can arrange horse riding tours, as well as children’s riding lessons and horse-drawn carriage outings. The most exclusive Bali trekking tour promises breath-taking vistas and heart-warming encounters while supporting sustainable social change in the once-forgotten villages of Muntigunung.
Catch a wave, or several, at some of Bali’s best surfing beaches, all are within easy access and Pererenan is right on your doorstep. There are several surf schools in Bali, mainly based in and around Kuta and Legian, where young and old(er) can learn to surf or brush up on their skills. On Canggu Beach, be sure to visit mystical Hotel Tugu Bali. Bali’s first museum/hotel is studded with priceless Indonesian artworks and antiques and its award-winning spa offers age-old Eastern therapies. Make the de rigueur pilgrimage to sacred Pura Tanah Lot, one of Bali’s biggest tourist magnets. Perched high on a craggy, wave-lashed rock, this ancient sea temple is best savoured at sunset but is less busy in the mornings; be sure to receive a blessing from the Hindu priests. Fashionistas, trendies and shop-a-holics should hot-foot it down to Bali’s most cosmopolitan enclave, Seminyak. Here, you can indulge for hours in the glut of stylish, global-inspired restaurants, chic boutiques and hipper-than-thou bars – including The Potato Head Beach Club. Drive westwards to explore the unchartered West Bali region, where the charming Tabanan Regency reveals terraced rice fields of emerald green, volcanic mountains including Mt Batukaru and black-sand beaches dotted with fishing communities – treasures that Bali is famed for. For a day of culture and dramatic landscapes, drive directly north from the villa to the mountain town of Bedugul. From here, explore three volcanic lakes, including Bratan, with its photogenic and stunningly positioned Pura Ulun Danu – one of Bali’s most important temples. If you are a bold and brave bargain hunter, a shopping spree at one of the Denpasar’s markets within the heart of Bali’s bustling provincial capital, is an exciting and rewarding experience.Covering 3.8 hectares of tropical parkland in Kuta, Waterbom Bali has 16 water slides (including The Climax with its 360 degree loop) to entertain the young and the young at heart. A great family day out, but go early to beat the crowds.