Villa
Mako is a peaceful 3-bedroom retreat,
complete with swimming pool and large garden,
located in a quiet traditional village above
a small river valley. The single-storey villa
is neo-colonial in style, similar to the Dutch
guesthouses of the Javanese and Malay hill stations,
characterised by louvre shutters, old teak doors,
and spectacular high wooden ceilings built of
seasoned timbers. The eclectic interiors reflect
the travels and passions of the owners, introducing
Balinese and Javanese antiques, combined with
a bold use of colour to create a very personal
atmosphere.
Designed to maximise the natural
light, and catch the cool breezes even at the
hottest time of year, the property offers a
blend of air-conditioned comfort and open-air
tropical living. Its elevated position, meanwhile,
affords beautiful open views over the pool to
a jungle canopy against a backdrop of rice terraces.
The furnishings and decorations
include large mirrors, armchairs, cushions and
loungers that focus on comfort as well as style.
There are numerous relaxation areas, together
with a huge amount of covered space, so guests
will always find a private spot for peace and
quiet. In fact, a large family or group of people
could stay at the villa and still lose each
other within its depths. In addition to this,
guests have the choice of three different eating
areas, all of which present a unique ambience.
Bedrooms
Each of the three air-conditioned
bedrooms presents a theme; each boasts an en-suite
bathroom, and each is equipped with air-conditioning,
ceiling fans, a mini-bar/fridge and safe deposit
box. The two master bedrooms enjoy soaring roofs
and magnificent views together with sunny balconies
at the front, furnished with lazy chairs, overlooking
the garden and pool. Fitted with ceiling fans,
the balconies are great spots for relaxing with
morning tea or afternoon cocktails.
The Bali Room is furnished with
a super-king-size four-poster bed canopied with
the traditional hand-woven textile known as
'ikat'. The room features polished teak floors
and French windows with louvre shutters, which
open out onto the terrace and balcony. Antique
furniture, bedside tables and lamps create a
romantic ambience. Timeworn stained glass doors
lead into a large dressing room with a Batu
Yogya stone floor, a massage bed and an abundance
of cupboards with antique louvre doors. This
room can also be used for nursery, and a cot
can be provided. Another colonial style door
leads into the expansive cream-coloured terrazzo
bathroom, featuring 'his and hers' washbasins
resting upon a terrazzo vanity unit. There is
also a huge wall mirror, hanging lamps, ceiling
fans, an alcove toilet, and a powerful overhead
rainshower complemented by the thoughtful provision
of a handheld shower. A glass skylight in the
roof allows the sunlight to stream in above
a sunken sculptured terrazzo bathtub, which
is big enough for two. Decorative green bamboo
trunks in terrazzo pots add to the tropical
feel.
On the opposite side of the terrace,
double doors open into the Colonial Room with
its lovely polished teak floor, and a super-king-size
four-poster bed with white drapes and snakeskin
cushions. A gold-framed mirror hangs on the
wall and French windows with louvre shutters
enhance the colonial theme. The bedroom is furnished
with a desk, armchairs, and an ottoman at the
end of the bed, and there is a dressing area
with fitted cupboards. The en-suite bathroom
is L-shaped; fixtures and furnishings include
an oversized sunken sculptured terrazzo bathtub,
'his and hers' washbasins, a toilet hidden within
an alcove, hanging lamps, a rainshower with
a handheld shower, a massage bed and ceiling
fans. The bathroom has an open air feel, due
to the provision of glass windows in the roof,
maximising the natural light.
The Bamboo Room is accessed
by double antique doors, and can be set up with
two beds for younger guests or as double room.
The en-suite cream terrazzo bathroom features
twin washbasins, a toilet hidden within an alcove,
ceiling fans, and a rainshower with a handheld
shower. Glass windows in the roof maximise the
natural light. |
