Find Solace at Villa Santai -- a Serene Riverside Retreat

Pool
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, video games, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels

About this villa rental

An unforgettable zen retreat and luxurious indulgence awaits you. Refresh with an al fresco shower, then draw the soft, gauzy drapes and drift off to sleep in the plush four-poster. French-style architecture combines with eccentric carved local ornaments at this airy hideaway situated by the majestic Oos river in the outskirts of Ubud. Exercise your yoga poses or lounge in the infinity pool by the beautiful lush hills and stunning waterfall. Short excursion, long-term stay or group retreat, our full-time staff pampers you with Balinese hospitality in this luxurious nature's escape. This remarkable escape is nestled above the majestic Oos River in the outskirts of Ubud, Bali's art capital. Villa Santai features 5 full bedrooms and a 15 m swimming pool overseeing the beautiful lush gorge and stunning waterfall. Our full-time staff will ensure an enjoyable stay for your group. Carve a memory with your friends or family in this luxurious nature's escape that pampers you with Balinese hospitality. The Space Villa Santai is architected to immerse guests to its breathtaking surrounding opening up its five rooms to the beauty outside... with luxury. The villa hosts an open kitchen and dining hall, a large media room and living room with modern amenities. Cooking and dining utensils are furnished. An open bale (relaxation platform) on the lawn provide spaces suitable for yoga, meditation or spa and massages. A Javanese traditional wooden house joglo in the upper ground is fully furnished and is available for a 5th bedroom, offering a different style of bedding: traditional luxury. Other Things to Note Sofa bed in Bedroom 2 can accommodate 1 adult or 2 children comfortably. Please make sure to check the bedding arrangement for your group. Daily or weekly rental includes: - Pastry breakfast, juice, coffee and tea during your stay -- private chef can be arranged if you wish for additional fee - Daily housekeeping, villa manager and night security - Check-in and check-out taxi, whether from/to the airport or other location in Bali - All utilities and internet For monthly or long-term rental, please contact us for information. Villa Santai also hosts as a wedding venue and retreat groups, please contact us for more information. Guest Interactions Our staff will tend to your needs and safety. Housekeeping staffs are included and are ready to assist you, as well as a night security guard and automatic gate will keep your party safe. Per request at nominal additional cost: Spoil your senses -- with a private chef, driver or excursion guide. Release your mind and body -- with yoga instructor, masseuse or in-call spa professional. Other Things to Note Daily or weekly rental includes: - Pastry breakfast, juice, coffee and tea during your stay -- private chef can be arranged if you wish for additional fee - Daily housekeeping, villa manager and night security - Check-in and check-out taxi, whether from/to the airport or other location in Bali - All utilities and internet For monthly or long-term rental, please contact us for information. Villa Santai also hosts as a wedding venue, please contact us for more information. The Neighborhood and Getting Around Villa Santai sits near the river Oos on the serene outskirts of Ubud, Bali's art capital. Take a morning stroll along the rice and alang-alang fields outside of the villa or visit the Teba Sari coffee farm nearby. Central Ubud is only 10 minutes away, where guests can immerse in its culinary, bustling shops, art exhibitions and local culture and then return to a relaxing home away from the tourist busyness. Taxi transportation can be arranged, whether it's one-way or for a full day with a driver. Our villa manager will be working with you to call or arrange a taxi should you need one.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden

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Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more

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Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(6 Reviews)
5.0
Jan 2020
Incredible villa with breathtaking views and impeccable service
Incredible villa with breathtaking views and impeccable service
We stayed at Villa Santai with our family over New Year and it was just magical. Everything from arrival to our departure was faultless. Everyone working at the villa was friendly, respectful and discreet. The villa offers complete privacy, with 180 degree uninterrupted views of the breathtaking valley, without ever seeing neighbours and no-one can see into the property either. Every room is beautiful and there is not a bad room in the house. The beds are very comfortable with crisp new white sheets and bedding. The kitchen layout is fantastic and where we spend most of our meals and time together (when we were not in the pool!) The pool and garden is beautifully maintained and the flowers growing everywhere is breathtaking. Thanks so much Villa Santai, owner Subi, manager Kadek, driver Augus you really made our trip so special - we hope to be back one day soon! For anyone considering a villa close to Ubud, we highly recommend this space. You will love it!
5.0
Dec 2018
Incredible solitude and relaxing experience like no other
Incredible solitude and relaxing experience like no other
This was our second time to Bali since we loved it the first time we came here. There are many accommodations and villas to choose from and all look wonderful and I'm glad we choose Villa Santai! Everything exceeded our expectation and we were not ready to leave. Subi, the host, was very gracious, accommodating and responsive. We got everything ready for us the moment we landed at the airport with the taxis picking us up, and the bedroom was even decorated for my husband's birthday. What a surprise! The villa is gorgeous, modern and well maintained with topical art work. The scenery where the villa stands is breathtaking and we couldn't get enough of it sitting by the sun deck next to the pool. The private chef is terrific! He made everything from scratch, even the food coloring with natural local ingredients. Our family had delicious western and Balinese dishes. We also ordered the massage in house and it was heavenly. Getting the massage on the open bale next to the pool with the sound of the river was just too relaxing. And I cannot say enough thank you to the staff. Mrs. Komang (sp?) especially, was very helpful and friendly. The staff are always there to clean and help us out but are discreet enough to give us privacy. Overall, this was such a great *experience* of our family time in Ubud and thank you to Subi and his staff. Our family is already planning for our next visit.
10.0
Nov 2018
When we arrived at the airport we were met by 2 lovely humbled drivers at the airport. By the time we got to the villa it was after midnight and another lovely young man who was the security guard waiting for us with a huge smile on his face. The villa is very spacious with 5 massive bedrooms, all well set modern but fits well with the surroundings. All the staff were very nice and they could not have done more for us. Did not stop smiling from the day we arrived until the end of our holiday. We used the same driver to drive us around at a very good price. Even if you just stay at the villa there is a large pool and the manager can organise other things for you like yoga etc The villa comes with a private chef whom we only used twice because we wanted variety. The owners Lanney and husband oh my god. Bless them. It was my husband's birthday and they got him a lovely cake. Very taste it was too. They have such an amazing character and Well mannered with huge hearts.Thanks to the manager who used to come every morning to see how we were and the house was well decorated on my husband's birthday. We felt at home. Only one little criticism a routine check on the staff to keep up with the standard of the house. Would we go back again yes again and again.👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
5.0
Nov 2018
Secluded peaceful and stunning views along the gorge
Secluded peaceful and stunning views along the gorge
When we arrived at the airport we were met by 2 lovely humbled drivers at the airport. By the time we got to the villa it was after midnight and another lovely young man who was the security guard waiting for us with a huge smile on his face. The villa is very spacious with 5 massive bedrooms, all well set modern but fits well with the surroundings. All the staff were very nice and they could not have done more for us. Did not stop smiling from the day we arrived until the end of our holiday. We used the same driver to drive us around at a very good price. Even if you just stay at the villa there is a large pool and the manager can organise other things for you like yoga etc The villa comes with a private chef whom we only used twice because we wanted variety. The owners Lanney and husband oh my god. Bless them. It was my husband's birthday and they got him a lovely cake. Very taste it was too. They have such an amazing character and Well mannered with huge hearts.Thanks to the manager who used to come every morning to see how we were and the house was well decorated on my husband's birthday. We felt at home. Only one little criticism a routine check on the staff to keep up with the standard of the house. Would we go back again yes again and again.👍�🏾�👍�🏾�👍�🏾�
5.0
Aug 2018
Absolutely heavenly.
Absolutely heavenly.
On our arrival at the villa, we were all in awe of its stunning character and location. Breathtaking! Descending the steps into the villa was the most amazing experience, as the scenery and the main living area slowly came into view. The rooms were spotless and beautifully presented. The staff were lovely and very helpful. It was so beautiful just hanging around the pool that some of our party spent whole days just relaxing there. We never tired of the view. The beds were very comfortable. The bathrooms very roomy. Cupboard space was plentiful. Everything was clean.The outdoor lounges were very comfortable. The pastry breakfast was delicious and those who wanted something different were allowed to buy their own supplies and cook their own. The chef cooked for us one night and it was the best food and the best Nasi Goreng that I had eaten for two weeks. I wish we had used him more. The cost was comparable to eating out. We made use of the local drivers that are available at the villa. They were readily available and at the same cost as the taxi drivers in Ubud. We also used them for day trips at a decent price. No need to try and source out other drivers from Ubud. The ladies did some of our laundry very well and at a very low cost. Well worth getting them to do it. Though the place is a little out of the way, it was worth it. I highly recommend this beautiful piece of heaven to anyone who wants a relaxing holiday in Bali. I want to go back!
5.0
Aug 2018
On our arrival at the villa, we were all in awe of its stunning character and location.Breathtaking! Descending the steps into the villa was the most amazing experience, as the scenery and the main living area slowly came into view.The rooms were spotless and beautifully presented. The staff were lovely and very helpful.It was so beautiful just hanging around the pool that some of our party spent whole days just relaxing there. We never tired of the view.The beds were very comfortable. The bathrooms very roomy. Cupboard space was plentiful. Everything was clean.The outdoor lounges were very comfortable.The pastry breakfast was delicious and those who wanted something different were allowed to buy their own supplies and cook their own.The chef cooked for us one night and it was the best food and the best Nasi Goreng that I had eaten for two weeks. I wish we had used him more. The cost was comparable to eating out.We made use of the local drivers that are available at the villa. They were readily available and at the same cost as the taxi drivers in Ubud. We also used them for day trips at a decent price. No need to try and source out other drivers from Ubud.The ladies did some of our laundry very well and at a very low cost. Well worth getting them to do it.Though the place is a little out of the way, it was worth it. I highly recommend this beautiful piece of heaven to anyone who wants a relaxing holiday in Bali. I want to go back!
5.0
Aug 2018
Gorgeous space and wonderful staff!
Gorgeous space and wonderful staff!
It was our first time in Bali and not only that but we used the villa for a retreat that I lead for 10 participants. I was a little nervous booking online but this house looks even better than the pictures. The space was gorgeous, the staff was very helpful, and the chef was outstanding. We will definitely be back.
10.0
Mar 2018
Villa Santai completely blows us away. It exceeded our expectation in every way imaginable. When we booked the place, we were attracted by the beautiful pictures in the listing but those pictures did not do justice to the real thing! The villa and its scenery are tenfold prettier and more beautiful than the pictures and we couldn't be happier when my family arrived there. The design of the villa was spectacular and wide open, giving a lot of space inside and outside of the house. We woke up to the sound of the waterfall and the sight of the green hills outside. But the best of it all was the staff and the owner. The staff were very polite and helpful, even the night security guard helped us get pizza at night when we were hungry and were too lazy to go out. The hosts were very gracious, dropping by to meet with us and checked to make sure that we got everything we needed. We called in private chef for dinner and also in-house massages on one of the nights. The chef's cooking was spectacular! Everything we ordered were super delicious. Very highly recommended! The massage by the pool with the sound of the river flowing was very relaxing. This villa far exceeded our expectation and we will definitely come back to this place the next time we come to Ubud. The only downside was that they needed better online photos and our stay there was far too short! We had already booked other places for our stay in Bali and none of them could match our experience here!

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in Sukawati?

The average price for a rental in Sukawati is $61 per night. This rental is $577 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Find Solace at Villa Santai -- a Serene Riverside Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Find Solace at Villa Santai -- a Serene Riverside Retreat. Enjoy the water!

Is Find Solace at Villa Santai -- a Serene Riverside Retreat pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Find Solace at Villa Santai -- a Serene Riverside Retreat?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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