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| The beautiful villa is situated in the rice fields just steps from the Indian Ocean at Berawa Beach on Bali’s southwest coast. Completed in September 2006, the villa offers a captivating blend of luxury, privacy and exemplary service. This perfect location is close to every amenity guests might need, yet it presents a fascinating insight into the life of rural Bali. The culture of rice is one of Bali’s most ancient traditions. Legenda, surrounded on two sides by rice paddies, is in the center of that tradition. There are also glimpses of the Indian Ocean and on clear days, there is a spectacular view of Bali’s majestic mountains In 10 minutes guests can be in the center of busy Seminyak. This area presents an exciting nightlife, trendy boutiques, luxurious spas, and internationally acclaimed restaurants and clubs. The villa is 30 minutes from Denpasar International Airport. Easily accessible sporting amenities include world-class surfing at the Berawa Beach surf break; and golfing at Nirwana Bali Golf Course, designed by Greg Norman and voted the number one golf course in Indonesia. For horse lovers, the Umalas Equestrian Centre is just a few kilometres away. Surf board and golf club rentals can be arranged. Introduction Ladenge was designed by the internationally acclaimed Balinese architect Popo Danes. He has been honoured with numerous awards for his efforts in enriching Balinese contemporary architecture and preserving the heritage of both Bali and Indonesia. He has projects located throughout the Indonesian archipelago; in Malaysia; Thailand; the United States; and India. He is known for his sensitivity to nature, the environment and the culture within which he is working. The interiors were designed by the owners, one of whom is an interior designer and a member of the American Society of Interior Designers. The villa is stylish and elegant, incorporating the essential elements of Balinese philosophy and symbolism within its tropical design. Covering 2600 square metres of land, it is comprised of two 2-storey buildings, a single story guest house, a separate kitchen and a pool pavilion, all linked by covered walkways and terraces. The central feature of the property is the 16 meter swimming pool. There is a wide choice of areas for dining and entertaining. Balconies and verandas have been positioned to maximise the panoramic views and the cooling tropical breezes. Guests will be soothed by the rhythmic sounds of breaking ocean waves. The villa design utilizes local materials such as Palimanan stone, marble and merbau wood and is capped with an ironwood shingle roof. There is a unique combination of contemporary furnishings mixed with traditional Indonesian antiques and artifacts. The color theme of the interiors is chocolate, pale aqua and cream. An interesting design feature is the wooden lattice grillwork of windows and railings. The approach to the Villais through a wooden gate, along a palm-lined driveway, to a sheltered parking area. The villa is entered through a traditional Balinese gate, then across a bridge to the Living Room. Living Room Welcoming guests with its generous size and openness, the Living Room offers a sweeping vista of the pool, gardens and adjacent rice fields. Cooled by ceiling fans and natural ventilation, and characterised by an Indian slate floor and a soaring vaulted ceiling, the room is exquisitely furnished with cream leather sofas, chairs and bar stools. The centrepiece is an impressive iron chandelier designed by the owners. There is a polished granite party bar with fridge and sink, and a round table with chairs for intimate dining. Dining Room A stairway leads down to the Dining Room, located on ground level next to the pool terrace. The room is furnished with a three meter long table which seats ten, a sideboard and a pair of 24-light standing candelabra. The ceiling features cove lighting and specialty lighting for the stunning art works which adorn the walls. Folding glass doors offer guests cool alfresco dining and the ambience is enhanced by water sounds emanating from adjacent ornamental ponds, water spouts and bubbling urns. There is a Powder Room at the foot of the stairs. Service Kitchen A timber bridge traverses a pond between the Dining Room and the immaculate Service Kitchen. It is fully equipped with everything that the chef needs to prepare delicious meals in accordance with the requests of each guest. A Wet Kitchen and a Laundry are both tucked away at the back, along with the staff entrance. Media Room The air-conditioned Media Room is equipped with a 32-inch LCD flat screen TV, VCD player and surround sound system. It is entered via folding doors leading from the Dining Room. This comfortable room is furnished with two deeply-cushioned sofas, traditional batik cushions, a games table with Plexiglas chairs, and an innovative glass topped coffee table created by hand from coffee-wood branches. Sliding windows on one side overlook an ornamental pond and a window on the other side looks out at the pool. Books and artifacts fill the bookcases. Master Suite The Master Suite is accessed by an elevated covered walkway on the Living Room level, bridging a water garden below. A sliding door opens to reveal the air-conditioned Office/Sitting Room, complete with merbau wood floor, antique desk, chairs and original artwork on the walls. The Master Bedroom is entered via another sliding door, where a splendid king-size, canopied bed, dressed in white linens and mosquito netting sits in the center of the room like a throne. It features intricate carving and is a copy of an old Madurese Royal bed. This air-conditioned room is equipped with a TV and VCD player. The walls are decorated in a cool shade of blue. There is a vaulted wood ceiling and folding glass doors that open onto a wide wrap around slate-floored balcony. This allows guests to choose open air sleeping instead of air-conditioning if they wish. The views from this room and balcony are breathtaking. The balcony is furnished with a cushioned day bed, rattan armchairs and a dining table for a private breakfast or lunch. This is also a wonderful spot for sunset cocktails. The ensuite air-conditioned bathroom is luxurious. It boasts a cream-colored marble floor, an abundance of wall mirrors, an oval-shaped terrazzo bathtub for two and twin marble washbasins. A toilet cubicle and a separate shower are each entered via frosted glass doors. The powerful overhead rainshower is complemented by a handheld shower. There is a large closet and dressing area with built-in wardrobes, drawers and plenty of storage space. A safe deposit box and mini-bar fridge are located in the dressing area. Guest Suite The air-conditioned Guest Suite is located on the Ground level. The Sitting Room/Children’s Bedroom is entered through a sliding door leading off a covered walkway beside a beautiful water garden. There is an L-shaped sofa that can be converted into twin beds, making this suite ideal for a family. The bedroom is entered through a sliding wooden door which separates it from the sitting room, or through doors opening onto the Terrace and Garden. This generous bedroom is furnished with antiques and artwork, an Oriental rug and a king-size, four-poster steel bed. The bed has elaborate white mosquito netting which allows guests to sleep with the folding glass doors open to the rice field views, or to choose the option of air-conditioning. The Guest Suite is equipped with a safe deposit box and a mini-bar fridge. A beautiful old cabinet holds a TV and VCD player. The dressing area and ensuite bathroom follow the same layout and have the same amenities as the Master Suite. The wide wrap around white Palimanan stone terrace is furnished with an antique carved Timorese table and chairs for private dining, or just relaxing and viewing the rice fields. Guest House The free standing Guest House is located on the far side of the living and dining pavilion on ground level. It can be reached from the Dining Room or by an outdoor staircase which leads from the Living Room. It is air-conditioned and features a soaring ceiling and a merbau wood floor. The furnishings include a queen size, four-poster bed fashioned from carved teak, with exquisite white linens and mosquito netting; an antique cabinet housing a TV and VCD player with surround sound; a writing table and chairs. The air-conditioned bathroom has a marble floor and a dressing area with fitted wardrobes, huge mirrors, and louvered doors which hide a safe deposit box and mini bar fridge. Double marble topped vanity units support large glass washbowls with teak cupboards and shelves underneath. The toilet cubicle and separate shower are each located behind frosted glass doors. The powerful rainshower is complemented by a handheld shower. Glass doors lead to an open air bathroom romantically lit by unique wall lamps. An oversize bathtub is sheltered under the roof eaves, and there is an outdoor rainshower for moonlit bathing. A glass wall of sliding doors opens onto a white Palimanan stone terrace. There is a marble topped iron table and chairs for private dining with garden and pool views. The terrace is sheltered by a pergola supporting a cascade of white thumbergia flowers. Gardens, Swimming Pool, and Relaxation Pavilion The 16 x 3 metre, blue slate tiled swimming pool has a waterfall at one end, two infinity edges, and is anchored by a Pendopo, used as a Relaxation Pavilion. This ancient structure is the core of a 150-year old wooden Joglo house from Java. It showcases ornate hand-carvings and robust columns, and was constructed using traditional tongue and groove techniques without the use of any nails or bolts. Furnished with a rustic table, a deeply cushioned rattan sofa and chairs, this raised pavilion, with its antique terracotta tiled floor is another delightful area for dining, entertaining and relaxing. There is a granite topped bar for serving at the back of the structure. The white Palimanan stone pool terrace is shaded by sweet-scented white frangipani trees; there are 4 sunbeds and two umbrellas. The expansive gardens are dotted with palm trees and white-flowering shrubs and trees. Open to the rice fields on one side with a view unbroken by walls or fences, the property expands its borders. Water is a predominant element in the spiritual landscape of Bali. This is reflected throughout the property, but especially in the enchanting water garden between the bedroom pavilion and the Living/Dining pavilion. The pond features white lotus and bulrushes, and is planted with white orchids and a frangipani tree on an island. Two serene Buddha statues sit in stone caves against a backdrop of flowing water to complete this beautiful water feature. Free Standing Two Bedroom Guest Villa, Pool, and Garden The free standing Two Bedroom Guest Villa, with its own pool and Living and Dining Pavilion, is across the driveway from the main villa with its own Balinese entrance gate. Both bedrooms are air-conditioned and each features a soaring ceiling and marble floors. This charming villa was designed and completed in 2008 to complement Legenda and add two more bedrooms to the property. It can serve as an addition to the three bedroom villa, or can stand alone as a separate two bedroom villa. The Guest Villa’s Master Bedroom features a king sized teak canopy bed, with pristine white linens and romantic mosquito netting. The room is furnished with an LCD flat screen TV with DVD player, a pair of lounge chairs and a writing table. Sliding glass doors look out to the garden and pool. The dressing area, with fitted wardrobes and a safety box opens off the bedroom. The luxurious bathroom has double marble was basins on a beautiful marble vanity and a fabulous rain shower behind a frosted glass door. The Guest Villa’s Second Bedroom is anchored by an antique carved Balinese queen sized bed. The bed has beautiful white linens and romantic mosquito netting. Fitted wardrobes with a dressing table and mirror line one wall. A safety box is in one of the wardrobes. Two chairs and a table furnish the room along with an LCD flat screen TV with a DVD. Sliding glass doors lead to the pool and garden. The beautiful bathroom features a rustic had carved black slate wash basin on a marble vanity, and a luxurious marble rain shower. The 7 x 3 meter blue slate tiled pool has a waterfall and infinity edges. The beautifully landscaped garden has 2 cushioned sun chairs for relaxing at the pool. An antique Joglo from Java, similar to, but larger than the one in the main garden, faces the pool. The Joglo features an open living area with comfortable cushioned seating, a large teak cocktail table and a gorgeous iron chandelier. A slate-topped bar with stools for eating or gathering divides the living/dining area from the kitchen. Guests, meals are prepared and served from the main kitchen, but a coffee maker, mini-bar fridge, gas cook top and microwave are available for use if needed. The property has its own sound system and iPod, located under the bar. Services Ladenge is supported by a carefully selected team of highly trained and experienced staff members who will ensure that its guests experience a truly enjoyable stay in Bali. The team includes an in-house chef, a head houseman, housekeepers, a full time gardener and three security guards. The chef is trained in the preparation of both local and international cuisine, and is responsible for the market shopping. Nannies, baby-sitting services, spa and massage services, the use of a car and driver, tour guides and any additional staff are available on request. An extra charge will apply. A baby’s cot and high chair can be supplied. |
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