Our review
- Overall Rating:
- 8.7
- Reviewed:
- 21-Mar-2012
“Let the rainforest, the river and the luxury lull you into a state of serenity.”
There is nothing like the hum of the rainforest and the rush of flowing water to lull you into a state of utter serenity, and our stay at Villa Champuhan left us glowing with wellbeing. We loved the raw beauty of the tropical setting, enjoyed from the comfort of a modern, thoughtfully designed living space; taking a rain shower on the private deck above the river in the first master bedroom was sheer bliss! During the day the sliding glass doors were wide open, creating a sense of open-plan living, but were conveniently shut at night time to keep out any lingering tropical bugs.
The villa was so big that it was like having a mini resort all to ourselves, and our explorations revealed plenty of spaces to nestle in privacy or mingle in comfort. Staff seemed a little shy, (the villa had only just opened when we visited in February 2012), but the warmth and kindness we experienced was genuine and the service discreet, just the way we like it! On site manager, Gun,proved to be a wealth of knowledge on the area, while Dewi cooked us up a great Balinese curry.
Lazy afternoons filled with flittering butterflies were spent lounging in the sun-drenched pool overlooking the river – which was so wide that we never felt encroached upon by the surrounding rainforest. Huge daybeds and couches provided ample comfort, and even the dining chairs were soft and plump. Lounging aside there was lots to keep us busy, with river banks and gardens to discover, (some of the gardens slope steeply to the river, so young children will need to be kept an eye on) and the charms of rural Bali on our doorstep. The villa was such a peaceful sanctuary that we didn't feel overly compelled to leave, but we liked having a complimentary driver on hand, just in case.
The villa was so big that it was like having a mini resort all to ourselves, and our explorations revealed plenty of spaces to nestle in privacy or mingle in comfort. Staff seemed a little shy, (the villa had only just opened when we visited in February 2012), but the warmth and kindness we experienced was genuine and the service discreet, just the way we like it! On site manager, Gun,proved to be a wealth of knowledge on the area, while Dewi cooked us up a great Balinese curry.
Lazy afternoons filled with flittering butterflies were spent lounging in the sun-drenched pool overlooking the river – which was so wide that we never felt encroached upon by the surrounding rainforest. Huge daybeds and couches provided ample comfort, and even the dining chairs were soft and plump. Lounging aside there was lots to keep us busy, with river banks and gardens to discover, (some of the gardens slope steeply to the river, so young children will need to be kept an eye on) and the charms of rural Bali on our doorstep. The villa was such a peaceful sanctuary that we didn't feel overly compelled to leave, but we liked having a complimentary driver on hand, just in case.
Individual Scores:
| Character/Charm: | 9 | Location: | 9 | Oustide Area: | 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living Area: | 9 | Bedrooms: | 9 | Bathrooms: | 9 |
| Kitchen: | 8 | Facilities: | 8 | Staff: | 8 |
| Value: | 9 |
Highlights
The seclusion, the tranquillity and the fantastic views. The shimmering pool was a definite highlight too – a captivating design feature that's the perfect length for swimming laps, and has a flat shallow end for the kids. The second pool was a lovely bonus.
Surprises
The creamy sandstone created quite a glare in the mid-day sun, but nothing that a good pair of sunglasses, and a hat (thoughtfully provided) couldn't mitigate. The satellite TV stations in the bedrooms were limited – however a short stroll to the living room could keep you channel surfing for hours.
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Air-con
Internet (WiFi)
Swimming Pool (Private)
TV (Satellite/Cable) 
Washing Machine
Baby Cot
BBQ
Bed Linen
Book Selection
Car Parking
Ceiling Fans
Coffee Machine
DVD Player
Equipped Kitchen
Food Starter Pack
Generator
Hairdryers
IDD (Extra)
iPod Dock/Speakers
Iron/Board
Laundry Service
Microwave
Safe
Toiletries
Wine Fridge
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