Name: Puri Sejuk, Beachfront
Location: Seseh
Number of Bedrooms: 3
Low Season: USD $345/night
High Season: USD $415/night
Peak Season: USD $550/night
Detailed Description: Entrance & Gardens The 25-are Puri Sejuk Estate is at the end of a private drive running parallel to the beach, and the entrance is via a wooden footbridge over a narrow river, which is contained within a stone channel complete with a waterfall to one side of the house. A pathway and gentle cobbled steps lead through the soft green lawns to a freeform swimming pool punctuated by a flourishing fan palm on a small island in the centre. A comfortable outdoor leisure and barbeque area is furnished with cushioned daybeds and a table, next to a poolside shower room. A hedge of hibiscus borders a gently swaying field of rice and a walk through the coconut grove will take you down to the beach. The views are spectacular and the melodious sound of the waves is constant. The property is well suited for parties and barbeques and the beach is accessed via the garden. The ocean immediately in front of the property is safe for swimming and canoeing, and canoes are available for use. Further down the beach is dangerous for swimming but renowned for its world class surf breaks. The flat quiet country roads are ideal for bicycling and five pushbikes are available. A car and driver is also available for excursions. Living Area The downstairs living area is entered through tall, folding glass doors that open up to the garden and pool, allowing the natural light and cool breezes to permeate; the richly patterned floor is cool underfoot. Dominated by thick bamboo pillars and gently slanting trusses, which extend upwards, fanlike, to form merging apexes that support the ceiling, this room is indeed suggestive of the cabin of a ship. Arched doorways mark the thickness of the chunky curved walls, and windows shaped like eyes offer a glimpse beyond the borders to a carved Buddha statue resting outside. The furnishings are equally stylish, with contemporary chairs, sofas and cushions, built-in shelving, pendulous copper lanterns and wall lamps. Meanwhile, in keeping with the nautical theme, a unique glass-topped dining table has been created from a timeworn hollowed-out Sulawesi canoe. Dining & Kitchen Area A serving hatch connects the dining area with the kitchen next door, which in turn opens onto the rice field. A splash of red on the striking semicircular grey and cream terrazzo work top and breakfast bar is complemented by rustic fitted cupboards with bamboo doors and high quality Italian fittings. TV Room The television room is also located downstairs; this cosy snug houses a satellite TV and is characterized by comfortable built-in lounge-beds on a raised platform. The curved outside wall is completely composed of windows, and discreet lighting merges into the timber ceiling. The white stone TV and DVD cabinet is also built into the structure of the house, boasting shelves and alcoves enhanced by attractive arches. This spacious room doubles as a bedroom and sleeps up to five kids, or a family. Bathroom The downstairs bathroom is partially outdoors. ‘His ‘n Hers’ washbasins rest in a grey speckled terrazzo vanity unit, exquisitely decorated with a shimmer of sea shells and mother of pearl soap dishes, which are set into the walls and offer a clue to the delightful surprise outside. Hidden from sight, a private walled garden is the setting for a dreamy terrazzo bathtub, crafted into the form of a spiral sea shell. Imagine relaxing in this luxurious, close-to-nature bath, and being lulled by the rhythmic murmur of the waves! A solid spiral staircase fashioned from merbau wood leads up to the “deck of the ship”, and when you walk into this room you will understand why the villa has been named after a cool palace. This enchanting upstairs living room boasts 180˚ of windows, each of which swing wide open on a horizontal hinge, to generate a sense of open-air living. The vista from here is truly awe-inspiring, with a spectacular panorama of rice fields, coconut trees, beach, Indian Ocean, and dramatic coastline all the way down to Uluwatu on the southwestern most tip of the island. West facing, this is also a wonderful spot for enjoying the sunsets, with comfortable cushioned sofas positioned to the best advantage. The timber floors are garnished with oriental rugs and furnished with antique daybeds, tables and local artifacts. If you can tear your eyes away from the glorious views as you enjoy your sunset cocktail, you will notice the neat underside of the impressive ‘alang alang’ thatched roof above you. Bedroom The adjoining master bedroom is hung with diaphanous drapes and furnished with a desk, stylish table lamps and built-in storage space. It features a king-sized bed on a raised platform embellished with a bamboo veneer. An antique sliding door leads into a panoramic wooden bathroom with a brass washbasin and shower. The self-contained guest pavilion is located outside, adjacent to the swimming pool. This African influenced circular gazebo is painted red on the outside and boasts a conical thatched roof, bordered by gnarled frangipanis, a majestic breadfruit tree, and spiky pandanus. A red and black motif is woven into the smooth pebbled terrace and the river is channelled along one side. Guests will be soothed to sleep by the rushing water as it negotiates the weir. The one-bedroom pavilion with en-suite shower room and dressing room, features ‘bengkirai’ or ironwood floors, timber shelving, built-in cupboard space and a canopied king size bed upon a raised platform.
Total Property Area: 2,500m2
Number of Bathrooms: 3
Maximum Occupancy: 6 pax
All Bedrooms A/C: yes
Satellite TV: yes
Private Swimming Pool: yes
IDD telephone: yes
Internet: yes
Personal Cook: yes
Special Features: The ocean immediately in front of the property is safe for swimming and canoeing, and canoes are available for use. Further down the beach is dangerous for swimming but renowned for its world class surf breaks. The flat quiet country roads are ideal for bicycling and five pushbikes are available. A car and driver is also available for excursions for an extra charge.

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Villa Puri Sejuk is a truly magical and unique beachfront retreat set within a stunning rice field location. The 25 are villa is constructed of entirely organic materials, the first of its kind, and is a labour of love designed and created by its Italian owner, Kiko Croserio. This serene fully air-conditioned 3-bedroom villa, can accommodate up to nine or ten people, and is located on the outskirts of the traditional Balinese village of Seseh, 20 minutes north of Seminyak. The property is well suited for parties and barbeques and the beach is accessed via the garden.

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Our Comments: Suitable for families, honeymooners or perhaps an artist or writer looking for tranquillity and inspiration.
Web Site: www.puri-sejuk.BE-villas.com