Tiga Samudra Villa

“Outstanding in Umalas”

We've been regularly visiting Bali for many years and up to 4 times each year. For the last several years we've stayed at Tumbak Bayuh inland from Pererenan, on a sprawling property that we've loved. For this trip we've wanted to retain the lush gardens, a quiet location but be closer to visit f… more

We've been regularly visiting Bali for many years and up to 4 times each year. For the last several years we've stayed at Tumbak Bayuh inland from Pererenan, on a sprawling property that we've loved. For this trip we've wanted to retain the lush gardens, a quiet location but be closer to visit friends in the Petitenget and Kerobokan area. So we took a chance on Villa Tiga Sumudra and Cecilya. First off, all enquiries were handled very efficiently and promptly by Cecilya, always a good start. On arrival it was clear that all the website photos were an exact representation of the villa. In the flesh, it is just as gorgeous as it is in the website photos, perhaps even better. The staff are really attentive and the villa is one of 3 rented by Cecilya in a little gang that is simply the most gorgeous I've encountered in Bali. The villas are part of a cul-de-sac of individual, private villas serviced by a wide, lush tree-lined and covered driveway. This is very different, and far superior, to the normal villa hotel central walkway. Neither do you feel on top of or jammed up against the neighbouring property. Oh, and there is 24 security guarding the gorgeous little cu-de-sac. Before even entering, you know you've found a little piece of paradise. The entry is via traditional wooden gates and immediately over a very well conceived water garden, that adds that extra special touch. Lush tropical palms and gardens are everywhere around the villa giving it a real spacious feel, and especially that the lush, green palms and trees are set against black concrete walls that assist with the feeling of depth. These are all subtly lit at night. Ancient frangipani trees (also lit) provided filtered shade over a good, sized pool that you can enter directly from your bedroom, if you wish. Inside, the pavilion structures are extremely well maintained with high quality furniture and fittings. The kitchen and dining room are inside the larger pavilion so you have a spacious air-conditioned meals, living and kitchen area. A huge outdoor bathroom is one of the best I've seen and the open shower, there's a covered one over the big round bath as well, is surrounded by even more lush greenery and provides a really revitalising shower. Best of all it is super quiet, but walk up the gang about 100m and there's a really good selection of eateries that are off the tourist (and TripAdvisor) map. Special mention to Gong, seriously good food at the upmarket Santai, and Thai Gardens, both only a few metres either side of the Gang. Some of the best icy cold Bintangs at Thai Gardens. Frozen glasses with every icy bottle. Oh, and off menu mango and sticky rice is to die for. There's several good but cheap massage joints and even a massage and acupuncture school that is available to you. And Bali Buda is only a 10 minute walk away or use Grab Taxi, Rp. 10K. Don't miss the Rp. 20K bottled coconut water, the best captured coconut water I've ever tasted. The good sized fridge here is presently loaded with them. This is a brilliant spot, offering convenience and a seriously peaceful but premium atmosphere. We've been so impressed we've already booked to return in 8 weeks and suspect we will be back many more times as well. Thank you Cecilya, you've provided a premium property with tasteful, classy touches and an absolutely first class garden that really makes this villa special. A one word summation .... Outstanding.

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“Homey!”

Very nice affordable homey villas. Great location, minutes to busy Seminyak area. Yet the place itself is quiet and relaxing. The staffs are really friendly and helpful. You can also find great gourmet cafes around the area.