Villa Vajra Bali

Ubud - Gianyar - Bali

Deep in the heart of Bali, perched on a venerated spur of land at the confluence of two rivers, is the stunning hideaway known as Villa Vajra. Designed by the internationally acclaimed architect, Guy Morgan, this modern, spacious villa sleeps up to seven guests and offers the ultimate in luxurious accommodation within a totally private and exclusive, close-to-nature setting.

The property and gardens are landscaped into the slopes of the steep valley, and the approach, via a raised wooden walkway through undisturbed rice fields, gives no clue to the remarkable design of the villa, or the breathtaking views of the jungle and river gorge. 

Constructed with high quality local materials including 'alang alang' thatch, Palimanan stone and teak wood; the property combines the very best of Balinese architectural elements with contemporary flair, elegant finishes and modern amenities. The villa presents a blend of outdoor living and air-conditioned comfort.

Villa Vajra is named after the quintessential symbol of Vajrayana Buddhism, a five-pronged ritual object often employed in conjunction with a bell. The Vajra is represented by a carving in a freestanding stone at the main entrance.

Villa Vajra Rooms

Every room and corner of the property has the effect of producing gasps of surprise and delight as guests view it for the first time. The villa is comprised of two buildings, linked on the upper level by a lotus pond and pergola. A serene Buddha statue stands within the lotus pond and white thunbergia cascades over the pergola-covered walkway leading to the Master Bedroom and Studio. The Master Bedroom is characterized by elegant furniture, teak floors, and glass on three sides to maximize the awesome views of the jungle and river valley. Sliding glass doors open on to a timber balcony, fringed by a food forest of fruit trees; the built-in bench seat is an ideal place to absorb the natural surroundings and listen to the ceaseless gurgle of the Ooz River as it coils its way through the deep gorge below.  The en-suite garden bathroom is dominated by a large black terrazzo bathtub, creating a strong contrast against the white Palimanan stone floor.

The Studio doubles as an additional bedroom and includes an en-suite toilet and shower room with a marble floor and black terrazzo washstand.

The adjacent building, across the lotus pond, holds the Study, with a flat screen satellite TV, DVD player and a quality sound system for the entertainment of the guests. This room also doubles as an additional bedroom with an en-suite shower room and a stone terrace that appears to almost float within the gently swaying fields of rice. Cushioned seating is built into the low wall encircling the terrace, thereby creating a comfortable place for relaxing with a book while enjoying a coffee or a cocktail at sunset. A cathedral window in the Study room overlooks the main living and dining area on the lower level, which is accessed by an external cantilevered staircase.

The Guest Room is situated at pool level, within the building that houses the Master Bedroom and Studio. Furnished with a dreamy four-poster bed, the Guest Room features a Palimanan stone floor, windows with sliding doors facing the valley, a dressing room, and a garden bathroom with a black terrazzo tub, shower and toilet.

The Master Bedroom, Guest Room, Studio and Study each feature individually controlled air-conditioning units and powerful ceiling fans to keep the rooms pleasantly cool. There are .telephone lines for IDD calls and in-house calls in each room, and also safety deposit boxes.  At night the villa takes on a different persona, with cleverly concealed lighting. Guests will appreciate the fresh cool air, and will be serenaded by a chorus of frog song to the accompaniment of ritual music from the village temples and the constant murmur of the river.
   
There is a barbeque terrace at the front of the villa beside the rice fields and parking space for up to six vehicles. Due to the steep hillside elevation, the villa is not recommended for disabled people or young children.

Villa Vajra Facilities

Staff
Villa Vajra is fully serviced by:
* A Full-time House Manager
Oversees and coordinates the staff and property and is available to assist guests during their stay.
* Two Cooks
Trained in the preparation of both local and international cuisine.  A menu is provided, and the cooks will do all the market shopping.  
* Two Housekeepers
Responsible for housekeeping duties and taking care of daily laundry.
* One Waitress
Providing waitress service around the grounds and buildings of the property.  
* One Gardener
Tending the garden and the grounds of the villa.
* One Pool Tender
Cleaning and maintaining the swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
* Two Security Guards
Duties are to patrol the grounds and guard the entrance of the villa from dusk to dawn ensuring the security of the guests.

Entertainment 
* Stereo music system for CDs and tapes
* Satellite TV 
* DVD player

Facilities
* Fully air-conditioned Master Bedroom with en-suite bathroom
* Fully air-conditioned Guest Bedroom with en-suite bathroom
* Fully air-conditioned Guest Room which can be configured either as two twins or with one queen-sized bed, with en-suite shower room
* Fully air-conditioned Study Room that doubles as a bedroom, with en-suite shower room
* Open-air Living and Dining Pavilion suitable for large parties and functions 
* Exterior decks and terraces for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxing. 
* Fully equipped gym
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Swimming pool and Jacuzzi
* Relaxation balé
* Tropical gardens 
* Barbeque terrace
* Household staff 
* Stereo system, Satellite TV, DVD Player
* Safety Deposit Boxes
* IDD Telephone 
* Night security