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Villa Solas Resident Guide
Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong ยท Canggu, Bali

Welcome to
Villa Solas

Everything you need to know about your new home โ€” rooms, services, utilities, and local recommendations.

01
Chapter One
General Information
General Information

Welcome

Welcome to Villa Solas โ€” also known locally as Villa Suaka. This guide is meant to help you settle in quickly and get the most out of your time in the house.

The villa was originally built in 2014 by an Australian builder. We bought it about ten years later and ran a six-month renovation, finishing in May 2025. The bones are good โ€” foundations, structural timber, and drainage all function reliably.

That said, this is Bali, and tropical houses need constant attention. We aim for the highest standards we can but expect some rough edges as part of daily life โ€” raise anything that needs fixing with our villa manager Ratih, or with us directly.

We lived here ourselves for about a year before letting the villa, so we know it well. It's a peaceful corner of Canggu and has been a pleasure to call home.

Our hope is to be good landlords. We hope you'll settle in, enjoy the space and the serenity, and be good custodians of our (once) family home in return.

All the best,
Dene, Rachel & Noa

Villa Solas โ€” main pavilion and garden
General Information

Staff

We've tried to assemble a competent, hardworking team to keep Villa Solas running smoothly. Some of the crew are relatively new to their roles, but the mix of skills and teamwork is right โ€” though things can change of course.

A few things we've learned in our three-plus years dealing with staff in Bali:

Patience helps. The intention is almost always good, but a cultural or language gap can create disconnects you may find frustrating. Explain calmly, with a smile, and you'll usually get the result you want. When a firm word is needed, use it โ€” but try to find the balance.

The full-time staff (Komang, Kadek and Vita) know their duties, but they're happy to adapt to your preferences and timings. Take a few weeks to get to know them, then shape how they fit in around the way you run the house.

For part-time staff and contractors (pool, garden), feel free to engage them directly with requests but try to keep Ratih in the loop.

Live-in arrangements. There are staff quarters for a live-in helper. We preferred that setup when we were here โ€” Ratih lived in โ€” but most Balinese staff prefer to return to their family homes in the evenings. If you want a live-in nanny or helper, you'll usually have better luck hiring someone from another part of Indonesia, e.g. Java.

Team chemistry matters. Ratih is the lead โ€” capable, firm but fair. Route important requests through her. Good staff in Bali are hard to find and harder to retain, so we'd all rather avoid churn unless there's a real reason for a change.

Ratih
Villa Manager
Ratih
๐Ÿ• Ad-hoc โ€” on request
Ratih was our live-in helper at Villa Solas and is coming with us to our new villa. She hired the existing staff, set up villa operations, and runs the team. Strong English. Route important requests through her; she'll come by as needed.
Komang
Housekeeper ยท AM
Komang
๐Ÿ• 07:00 โ€“ 16:00, daily except Saturday
Cleans the villa on the early shift. Limited English.
Vita
Housekeeper ยท PM
Vita
๐Ÿ• 13:00 โ€“ 22:00, daily except Sunday
Cleans the villa on the late shift. Covers the living-area sofas and closes the driveway gate as part of the end-of-day routine. Some English.
Kadek
Garden & General
Kadek
๐Ÿ• 07:00 โ€“ 16:00, daily except Saturday
Primarily looks after the garden and villa exterior, supplementing the gardening company's three-day-a-week visits. Helps Komang and Vita with interior cleaning as needed. Good English โ€” previously worked on international cruise ships.
R
Pool & Handyman
Rotip
๐Ÿ• Ad-hoc
Primarily pool maintenance, but also looks after the fish pond at the villa entrance plus general electrical and handyman tasks. Engage via Ratih for specific requests.
I
Gardener (Contractor)
Ilmy Landscaping
๐Ÿ• Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
A tukang (worker) comes three days a week. Engage via Ratih; the company-manager number above (Ilmy) is for urgent matters.
General Information

Services

Full-time staff have set shifts (see Staff); contractors visit on the days below. Ratih coordinates the lot โ€” contact her first when something needs arranging.

Monday
Ratih check-in with the full-time staff. She'll also drop by ad-hoc during the week as needed.
Tuesday
Rotip โ€” swimming pool & fish pond maintenance. Ilmy Landscaping tukang on site most of the day.
Wednesday
No scheduled contractor visits.
Thursday
Ilmy Landscaping tukang on site most of the day.
Friday
Rotip โ€” swimming pool & fish pond maintenance. Every second Friday: garden fogging and pest control.
Saturday
Ilmy Landscaping tukang on site most of the day. Komang and Kadek day off.
Sunday
Vita day off.
๐Ÿ”ง Periodic Services

Air conditioning servicing โ€” every three to six months, or as required. We'll arrange this with the AC technician directly.

Ice bath maintenance โ€” every two weeks.

Garden fogging & pest control โ€” every second Friday (also noted in the weekly schedule above).

๐Ÿ“ž Ask Ratih to Arrange

Gas bottles โ€” delivery and replacement service.

Drinking water โ€” bottle delivery and replacement service.

Large-format laundry โ€” most items wash fine in the 15kg machine on site, but for sheets and bulkier items you may prefer the laundromat. Ratih can organise it.

General Information

Utilities

๐Ÿ’ง Water System

Water to the villa is supplied from the deep-water well near the yoga shala. A three-vessel FRP filtration system (sand, carbon, softener) along with a MPoin 1600L holding tank and Wasser booster pump is being installed shortly โ€” Rotip is project-managing the work and we'll let you know when the contractors arrive.

Drinking Water

Filtered tap water is fine for bathing, cooking, and brushing teeth, but we don't recommend it as your primary drinking source. Use the bottled-water dispensers โ€” Ratih can arrange a regular delivery service (see Services).

โšก Electricity

Electricity is pre-paid through the PLN meter in the staff bedroom. We usually top up around 5,000,000 IDR every four to five weeks. The easiest way is via your local Indonesian banking app; some supermarkets also accept top-ups. Once paid, you'll receive a 20-digit token โ€” punch it into the meter to add credit. If the balance runs low, the meter beeps and flashes as a warning.

Starter Credit

We topped up 1,000,000 IDR on Sunday 10 May 2026 to give you time to set up your own banking / top-up routine. Ask Ratih if you have any questions.

๐ŸŒ WiFi & Internet

The connection is fast (around 200 Mb/s) and reliable โ€” we've had fewer than three drop-outs a year.

Internet Access
Network
SOLAS
Password
SS2514RR
Provider
Global Xtreme
Support
Contact Dene โ€” easiest to leave the account in our name. If you'd rather log tickets yourself we can share the account details.
๐Ÿ—‘ Waste & Recycling

Waste collection on the island has become harder and more expensive over the past year โ€” there's been a lot of coverage in the press. Bin pickup is our responsibility and Ratih arranges it; we aim for collection roughly every two weeks.

Three Streams โ€” Please Keep Separate

Waste must be separated into three streams: organic household (food scraps), organic garden (leaves, clippings), and non-organic (everything else). The bins in the wet kitchen are labelled accordingly โ€” please work with the staff to keep them sorted.

General Information

Cleaning Products

We've left you a full stock of the products we use to clean the villa โ€” they live in the utility room (see Wet Kitchen, Staff Room, Utility & Driveway).

These products have been tested against the surfaces in the house, and the staff are familiar with both their use and where to buy more. Once the existing stock runs out, restocking is on you.

Please Don't Switch Products

We'd appreciate if you stuck with the existing range rather than swapping in alternatives โ€” unless there's a good reason, in which case let us know first. The black sinks, teak, and stone surfaces all react badly to the wrong cleaners.

General Information

Security

Bali is generally very safe, and we've never had an incident at the villa. The notes below cover the practical bits โ€” cameras, keys, fire safety, and who to call in a real emergency.

๐Ÿ“น CCTV

Ten cameras cover the exterior of the villa for deterrence and peace of mind. They're positioned only on outdoor areas โ€” there are no cameras inside bedrooms, bathrooms, or any interior space.

Handover

We'll work with you to transfer the CCTV app and login to your devices โ€” we have no interest in keeping a feed once you're in. The exact technical steps are still to be sorted; let's discuss when you arrive.

๐Ÿ”‘ Keys & Locks

Every room in the villa has a lock and the keys are left in the doors. We have a spare set of each โ€” please try not to lose them.

The front gate can be locked from the inside in the evenings with a new combination padlock we've left for you (in the kitchen drawer with the appliance manuals). We rarely used it ourselves โ€” having Ratih live in, we always felt secure โ€” but the option is there if you prefer it locked overnight. How you approach the gate is up to you.

If You Use the Padlock

Whoever locks the gate at night is the one who has to open it for staff in the morning. Komang and Kadek arrive at 07:00; Vita leaves at 22:00. If you lock up before Vita finishes or sleep in past 07:00, the staff won't be able to get in or out.

๐Ÿงฏ Fire Extinguisher

A single red fire extinguisher lives in the staff utility room, next to the small sink. Take a minute on arrival to familiarise yourself with its location and how to operate it.

Why It Matters

Fires are uncommon, but the alang-alang thatch and wooden roof structure will burn fast if one does start. Catching anything early is the whole game โ€” keep the extinguisher accessible and don't bury it behind storage.

๐Ÿšจ Emergency Contacts

For a genuine emergency, the numbers below cover the bases. One practical Bali-specific tip: it's often faster to call out to nearby staff, neighbours, or the local pecalang (village security) while you're dialling โ€” they can be on the scene in seconds.

Emergency Numbers
General
112 โ€” like 911/999. Routes to police, ambulance or fire.
Police
Ambulance
118 or 119
Fire
Hospitals โ€” Used by Tourists & Expats
Siloam Bali
๐Ÿ“ฑ +62 361 779911
BIMC Kuta
๐Ÿ“ฑ +62 361 761263
Kasih Ibu
๐Ÿ“ฑ +62 361 227911 โ€” Denpasar
02
Chapter Two
Room by Room Guide
Room by Room

Wet Kitchen, Staff Room,
Utility & Driveway

๐Ÿณ Wet Kitchen

The wet kitchen sits at the back of the main kitchen and is where the staff do most of their cooking and cleaning. It has a gas stove, electric oven, rice cooker for staff meals, and ample storage for pots, pans, and a pantry cupboard. The first of the two double-door fridges is here โ€” used for back-of-house storage of anything you don't need to access in the front of house.

Two main rubbish bins live in the wet kitchen and are clearly labelled:

1. Organic waste โ€” food scraps and anything compostable.
2. General waste โ€” everything else.

This separation is important: rubbish collection here picks up organic and non-organic separately, and the staff know to keep them apart.

Wet kitchen with gas stove and storage
๐Ÿ‘ค Staff Room

There is a bedroom for staff if you decide to have live-in help. Inside you'll find a bed, cupboard, and basic furniture. The electrical box for topping up your prepaid PLN electricity is also located here.

๐Ÿ”ง Utility Room

On the other side of the staff bedroom is a staff common room / utility room with a sink, table, and storage. It's where staff store towels and bedding, and it houses the washing machine, gas bottles for the stove, and a staff toilet. It's a good staging area for laundry on its way back to the bedrooms. In the rainy season, the indoor drying rack with a fan is genuinely useful.

Next to the staff room is an open laundry and storage area for outdoor mops and buckets. There's a tap for rinsing your feet on the way back from the beach, and a second tap that feeds the hanging gardens on the roof.

๐Ÿš— Driveway & Parking

There's ample room in the driveway for two cars and several motorbikes. A few practical notes:

Leave turnaround room. If a Grab or GoJek driver comes to pick you up, they'll need space to turn around โ€” otherwise they end up with a long, tricky reverse all the way up the gang.

Park neatly. Ask staff and visitors to line up cars and bikes properly. Without a bit of structure the area can get messy fast โ€” which makes the turnaround problem above worse.

Front vs rear entry. We usually came in via the rear kitchen gate and had guests use the main door (the one by the fish pond). Up to you how you want to run it.

Room by Room

Dry Kitchen
& Dining

โ˜• Dry Kitchen

The dry kitchen โ€” front of house โ€” is well equipped. You'll find a Nespresso coffee machine and milk frother (we leave pods and cups for your use), a microwave, a wine fridge, and a main bottled-water dispenser. The display shelving above the coffee station has wine glasses; feel free to swap in your own.

We're leaving a Smeg toaster and a Hafele kitchen knife set on display. Both are expensive items meant to be cared for โ€” if you don't need them, let us know and we'll remove them.

Spare light bulbs live in a cupboard above the stove. Staff know how to swap them if anything fails.

The stovetop is induction โ€” only use induction-friendly pots and pans. There are some in the drawers to the left of the stove. The full appliance manual lives in the kitchen-island drawer along with all the others.

There's a dishwasher just below and to the left of the sink. We've never used it โ€” staff hand-wash in the wet kitchen at the rear. If you decide to run it, you'll need to buy your own dishwashing tablets and salt.

A small bin lives on the inside of the cupboard door beneath the sink โ€” it's a convenience bin for the dry kitchen. Use it for general waste only; staff will empty it.

Black Sink โ€” Water Hardness

The Teka sink is matte black, like several of the basins in the bathrooms. Bali's water is hard and black surfaces show alkaline build-up over time. Wiping the sink dry after use makes a real difference. Never use abrasive cleaners โ€” staff know which products are safe.

Cupboard LEDs

The recessed LED lighting in the kitchen cupboards is on small rocker switches around the kitchen island, the coffee-making area, and the back wall. We tend to leave them on most of the time and switch off at night. The top drawers have LEDs that come on when you open them โ€” close them when you're done.

Dry kitchen โ€” island and main run
Dry kitchen โ€” coffee station and storage
๐Ÿฝ Dining Area

The dining room is generally kept open-air. The bi-fold doors and side windows can be closed and the air conditioning turned on, but we very rarely do that โ€” if we want AC we head to the media room. There are fans above the doors which can be switched on if it's especially still. During the day the airflow through the kitchen and dining area is usually more than enough to stay cool.

Open-air dining area
Room by Room

Open Living
& Media Room

๐Ÿ›‹ Open Living Area

The large open-air living room runs cool most of the time thanks to four ceiling fans. Operate them with the remotes on the main coffee table โ€” set them to position 6 to get proper airflow going. Don't switch the fans off at the wall; just use the remote so you can turn them back on in the morning. Without the fans the room gets hot and muggy quickly.

There are also two or three side seating areas off the kitchen and dining, with their own pair of fans. Remotes for those are on the wall โ€” press 6 and the rotate button. It's a pleasant spot in the afternoon when you want to be away from the main living area.

Sofa Covers โ€” Nightly Routine

The covers on the open-living sofas go on every evening when you head to bed and come off again first thing. Staff usually do this at 9โ€“10pm depending on when they see you turn in, and they're back at 7am to remove and store them in the corner cupboard. This isn't optional housekeeping โ€” fruit bats, geckos, and lizards visit at night and the covers prevent stains that would otherwise need spot or dry cleaning. If you find droppings or fruit-bat mess in the morning, that's normal for an open tropical living area; staff are trained to handle it as part of opening up.

Open-air living area โ€” wide view
Open living โ€” seating and fans
๐Ÿšป Guest Powder Room

There is a guest powder room behind the main staircase and feature wall as you enter the living area. We didn't notice it for our first few visits โ€” so a heads up: guests don't need to use the bedroom bathrooms. There's a toilet and sink back there for visitor use.

๐Ÿ“บ Media Room

The media room is a fantastic second living area, especially when you want air conditioning. Large L-shaped sofa, ceiling fan, AC, and a 40-inch Samsung TV ready for you to plug in streaming devices (Netflix, etc.). There's a rug underfoot and the shades draw for privacy โ€” the room of choice when you need to escape the heat or the mosquitoes.

Audio across the open spaces is handled by a Bose Music Amplifier in the cupboard below the TV console, driving four Bose outdoor speakers โ€” placed in the open living area and outside Bedrooms 5 and 6. AirPlay to them from your phone and they sound fantastic. If anything isn't connecting, let Dene know.

Media room โ€” L-shaped sofa and TV
Media room โ€” alternate angle
Room by Room

Office

The office is set up for two people to work comfortably. Multiple plug points sit above the desktop and below in the open drawer area. We're leaving a desk lamp and an office printer for your use. The shelving is yours to fill with books or ornaments as you wish.

Office with two-person desk setup
Room by Room

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1 is in the upper family wing of the house โ€” the furthest bedroom from the main living areas, and one of three bedrooms in this wing.

The bedroom has a solid teak base and a king-size mattress (180cm ร— 200cm), two green armchairs, and a dark green Persian-style rug. As with all rooms throughout the house, ceilings are very high with a ceiling fan โ€” we recommend running fans during the day to keep the air moving. Every room also has a ceiling-mounted ventilation unit that cycles air in and out on a timer. You'll notice them in the ceiling โ€” no need to touch them, they look after themselves.

The walk-in dressing area has a large mirror with cupboard storage below, plus additional cupboards and drawers to the right. Note there's currently no chair in this area.

๐Ÿšฟ En-suite Bathroom

One of the standout spaces in the house. Deep forest-green walls, a freestanding soaking bath centred under a large woven pendant light, a walk-in rain shower with hand shower, and double basins with vanity mirrors. Storage is available behind the vanity mirrors and below the wash basins.

Bedroom 1 bathroom โ€” shower and dressing area
Bedroom 1 bathroom โ€” freestanding bath with green walls
Room by Room

Bedroom 2 โ€” Master

Bedroom 2 is the middle of the three bedrooms in the family wing. It's the master โ€” easily identified by the teak wood panelling and display-tile headboard. The bed is a large teak base fitted with a brand-new Simmons king-size mattress (180 ร— 200cm) โ€” high quality and just bought, so you're sleeping on a fresh mattress. Two side tables with lamps complete the bed setup.

As with all rooms, there's a ceiling fan we run throughout the day, and the ceiling-mounted ventilation unit cycles air in and out on a timer.

Care Note

The lamps, chairs, and rug in this room are expensive โ€” please look after them as best you can.

๐Ÿšช Walk-in Dressing

The large walk-in dressing area has a dressing table and a big mirror with built-in LED lighting. The LED is switched on by the small rocker switch beneath the two plugs. All the cupboards in this dressing room have small black rocker switches that turn on internal LED strip lighting โ€” useful in the evening.

๐Ÿšฟ En-suite Bathroom

The walk-in bathroom has a double shower with separate controls for each head. The drainage under each shower must be kept clear โ€” if you run both showers at once and the long rectangular metal grilles get clogged with hair or debris, water can overflow into the main bathroom. Either keep the drains clear (staff will check, or you can lift the grilles yourself) or simply avoid running both showers at the same time.

The two vanity mirrors have storage behind them along with plugs for charging toothbrushes, shavers, and similar. Below are two large cupboards for towels and toiletries. Recessed LED lighting is switched by a rocker switch under the left-hand mirror.

Black Basins โ€” Water Hardness

The basins are a matte-black finish, similar to the dry-kitchen sink. Bali's hard water leaves marks on black surfaces over time โ€” keeping the basins dry once you're finished using them helps a lot. Wipe down with a small towel; staff will also keep them clean. Never use abrasive cleaners โ€” staff know what to use. If they ever become heavily discoloured we'd consider switching to white, but for now they're relatively new and worth maintaining.

Master bedroom โ€” wide view
Master bedroom โ€” teak panelling and headboard
Master en-suite โ€” double shower
Master en-suite โ€” vanity and basins
Room by Room

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 3 is the third and final bedroom in the family wing, closest to the master and the main living areas โ€” it was our daughter's room, chosen for that reason. As with the other family-wing rooms, it has a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, and a ceiling-mounted ventilation unit that cycles air in and out on a timer.

The bed is a brand-new Simmons king-size mattress (180 ร— 200cm) โ€” same model as the master, both bought May 2026. The room has a single green seating chair, a green Persian-style rug, a small desk, and a bookshelf with display cabinet in the corner.

๐Ÿšช Walk-in Dressing

The walk-in wardrobe has a large mirror with an LED rocker switch beneath it, plus a separate small rocker switch that lights LED strips on the two vertical shelves either side of the dresser. Plenty of hanging space, drawers, and shelves, with the same small black rocker switches throughout that turn on internal LED lighting if you want it.

๐Ÿ› En-suite Bathroom

The bathroom has two wicker chairs and a large freestanding bathtub. The vanity mirrors have storage space behind them, and the recessed LED lighting is on a rocker switch underneath.

The matte-black basins are the same finish as the master, but in noticeably better condition โ€” this room sees less use, so they show what's achievable when standing water is kept to a minimum.

Bedroom 3 โ€” wide view
Bedroom 3 โ€” bathroom with freestanding bath
Bedroom 3 โ€” dressing area and storage
Room by Room

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 4 is the first of the three bedrooms in the guest wing โ€” the lower wing on the right-hand side as you face down the garden. Easily spotted by the blue rug and blue bed set.

Built-in cupboards run along the wall with internal LEDs and ample storage for a guest stay. The cupboard lights are on a single switch by the entry.

๐ŸŒฟ En-suite Bathroom

The en-suite is semi-outdoor, with a separate small toilet, a shower, recessed LED lighting, and a series of cupboards. Staff clean it daily even when no one is staying in the room โ€” outdoor bathrooms simply need more attention than indoor ones.

Bedroom 4 โ€” wide view with blue rug
Bedroom 4 โ€” bed and storage
Bedroom 4 โ€” semi-outdoor en-suite bathroom
Room by Room

Bedroom 5 โ€” Playroom

Bedroom 5 is the next room along the guest wing. It's easy to recognise โ€” there's a large loft ceiling with a staircase up to an upper section we currently use as a children's play area. Fans, lights, and air conditioning are fitted throughout. If you close the room up, two AC units cool it; left open, the fans alone are usually plenty.

On the lower level there's a large children's arts-and-crafts desk with plenty of storage. The layout is just how we used the room โ€” feel free to push the desk against a wall or reconfigure however suits you.

Floor Care

There's no rug or carpet in this room, so be careful when moving furniture or sliding chairs on the hardwood floor.

๐ŸŽจ Playroom Loft
Bedroom 5 โ€” playroom with loft staircase
Bedroom 5 โ€” children's craft desk and storage
Room by Room

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 6 is the final bedroom on the guest wing โ€” the right-hand lower wing of the property. It's a large room with a queen-size bed and two beige day chairs. Cupboard space is sufficient for a guest stay, though smaller than the family-wing rooms. LED downlights, spotlights, and a mirror complete the setup.

Floor Care

There's no rug or carpet in this room โ€” be mindful when moving furniture or with high foot traffic, as the hardwood floor will scratch easily.

๐ŸŒฟ En-suite Bathroom

Like Bedroom 4, the en-suite is semi-outdoor. Staff clean it daily even when no one is staying in the room. The white sinks, LED lighting, and overall layout are the same as Bedroom 4.

Bedroom 6 โ€” wide view
Bedroom 6 โ€” semi-outdoor en-suite
Room by Room

Basement

Between the media room and the office there's a small staircase down to a basement area. It's used as a storage space โ€” paint, garden equipment, and some items that belong to the property and can't be removed. We'll keep it as storage going forward.

There's also an additional wine fridge down here. If the wine fridge in the dry kitchen / dining area isn't enough, the basement fridge is the overflow.

Room by Room

Library

At the very end of the guest wing โ€” the right-hand wing of the property โ€” is the large open corner room we call the library. High pitched roof, a ceiling fan, and several spotlights overhead.

The substantial bookshelf is yours to use however you like. We'll leave a few small ornaments on display; feel free to use them or store them away and put up your own.

Two large teak day beds provide daytime seating. As with the open living area, staff cover them at night to keep small-animal droppings and dust off the cushions โ€” this is part of the nightly turn-down routine and the covers come off again in the morning.

The library would also work well as a quiet office or workspace โ€” we didn't use it that way as much as we expected to, but it's well suited to it.

Library โ€” bookshelf and teak day beds
Room by Room

Gym & Spa

๐Ÿ‹ Gym

The gym is modestly but properly equipped:

ยท Hotel-quality treadmill (left unplugged โ€” feel free to plug in and use).
ยท Reclining gym bench and a full rack of hexagonal dumbbells.
ยท Small set of extra weights and kettlebells.
ยท Water dispenser.
ยท Proper rubber gym flooring.
ยท Small cupboard with cups, towels, and a few extras.

The large sliding doors open up โ€” combined with the ceiling fan, the airflow is usually enough for a pleasant workout. If you prefer, close everything up and run the corner AC unit.

Gym โ€” equipment and rubber flooring
Gym โ€” sliding doors open to garden
๐Ÿง– Spa / Massage

Off the side of the gym is a massage area with two beds. Home massage services in Canggu can come to the villa โ€” we'll add recommended therapists in the local recommendations section.

There's also a small relaxing area with two seats, carpet, and a fan for airflow. AC is available if you prefer it closed up.

Adjacent to the massage room is a bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

Room by Room

Pool & Yoga Shala

๐ŸŠ Pool

The swimming pool is approximately 18 metres long. A pool contractor visits several times a week to keep it clean โ€” he knows what he's doing. If the water ever looks green, cloudy, or otherwise off, alert the villa manager.

Four sun loungers and two umbrellas sit alongside. We don't leave cushions out for the loungers โ€” feel free to bring or buy your own. A mattress and cushions live under the small mini-shala on the decking side of the pool.

Pool Maintenance

See Services above for Rotip's visit schedule and the broader maintenance rhythm.

Pool โ€” wide view
Pool deck and loungers
๐Ÿฝ BBQ & Outdoor Dining

A 12-seater dining table sits next to the BBQ area for entertaining. The BBQ is serviced and the gas is connected โ€” the gas bottle sits underneath, to the right of the unit. We've never actually used it but it should be ready to go.

The sink in this area works. The fridge on the opposite side does not โ€” we never ran it because we weren't entertaining enough to need it.

๐Ÿง˜ Yoga Shala

Inside the yoga shala you'll find an ice bath and an infrared sauna. Detailed operating instructions are coming. The ice bath is maintained by staff or a third-party contractor; the sauna is straightforward to use.

Upstairs in the yoga shala is a large outdoor seating area. We rarely used it but it's a lovely spot โ€” you get a great perspective back over the pool and property. Staff maintain the cushions and sofa, but as it's an outdoor exposed area you should expect occasional debris and small-animal mess.

Wellness Equipment โ€” Negotiable

The ice bath and infrared sauna were a personal preference. If you'd rather not have them in the yoga shala โ€” or have a better use for the space โ€” let us know and we can discuss removing them.

Yoga shala and pool โ€” wide perspective
Works In Progress โ€” Pool Plant Relocation

The pool pump and deep-water well storage are currently underneath the BBQ area of the yoga shala. Over the next few weeks they're being moved into a purpose-built room added during our renovations. We'll let you know when contractors are arriving so we can minimise disturbance. The relocation is essential for two reasons:

1. The pool pump will operate at its best capacity in the new room.
2. A three-phase water filtration system and additional storage are being installed alongside, giving the house clean and drinkable water.

Room by Room

Inventory

A room-by-room list of what's in the villa on handover. This is a reference โ€” please use it to flag anything missing or damaged so we can fix or replace it before it becomes a problem.

๐Ÿณ Wet Kitchen
  • One large LG double-door fridge
  • One small Kris microwave
  • One Kuvings juicer
  • One rice cooker
  • One jug kettle
  • One cafetiere
  • One glass jug
  • One coffee storage canister
  • Assorted home appliances for juice making
  • Three medium scan-pan pots
  • One large pot
  • Five assorted medium pans
  • Drawer of assorted knives, spoons, chopsticks, peelers, can openers, scissors, etc.
  • Drawer of assorted wooden serving utensils (tongs, ladles, spoons, etc.)
  • 13 white porcelain bowls, assorted sizes
  • Five small white porcelain side plates
  • Six round wooden serving plates
  • Two wicker trays
  • Assorted wicker trays and placemats
  • One afternoon-tea cake serving set
  • One glass vase
  • Two foot-pedal rubbish bins
โ˜• Dry Kitchen

Appliances

  • Hafele double-door fridge
  • Hafele microwave
  • Hafele wine fridge
  • Hafele built-in dishwasher
  • Sanken water dispenser
  • Smeg matte-black toaster
  • Nespresso Pixi coffee maker
  • Nespresso milk frother
  • Hafele knife set

Glassware & Coffee

  • 4 Nespresso coffee cups
  • 2 Nespresso pod holders
  • 18 regular-size coffee mugs
  • 14 espresso-size coffee cups
  • 19 drinking glasses
  • 4 wine glasses
  • 8 champagne glasses
  • 1 wine dispenser
  • 1 wine decanter
  • 3 cocktail shakers

Crockery & Serveware

  • 22 white dinner plates
  • 9 black dinner plates
  • 16 white side plates
  • 7 white bowls
  • 1 red bowl
  • 4 large white serving plates
  • 1 large white serving plate (extra)
  • 1 medium white serving plate
  • 4 medium serving bowls
  • 2 long oval serving dishes
  • 2 small wooden serving boards
  • 1 floral teapot set (5 cups, 7 saucers)
  • 1 black Japanese-style teapot
  • 1 white ashtray
  • Assorted gravy and sauce containers

Cookware & Bakeware

  • 2 small non-stick frying pans
  • 1 large wok-style pan
  • 1 ring-shaped baking tray
  • 2 small baking trays
  • 3 Pyrex glassware oven dishes
  • 2 Pyrex glass measuring jugs
  • 1 set of measuring cups
  • 2 round wooden bread boards

Cutlery & Utensils

  • 15 forks
  • 3 large forks
  • 9 dessert forks
  • 6 tablespoons
  • 8 dessertspoons
  • 6 teaspoons
  • 2 large spoons
  • 4 sets of chopsticks
  • 2 bottle openers
  • 1 wine bottle opener
  • 1 garlic press
  • 3 small tongs
  • 1 rubber tongs
  • 3 ice cream scoops
  • 1 cake slice
  • 1 pizza cutter
  • 1 ladle
  • 2 spatulas
  • 1 rice spoon
  • Small cheese-knife set

Decor & Other

  • 6 brown glass display ornaments
  • 12 wicker placemats
  • 6 small wooden trays
  • 1 paper towel dispenser
๐Ÿฝ Dining Room
  • One large teak dining table with 12 teak chairs and cushions
  • One large teak sideboard
  • Two black Javanese-style wooden ornamental statues
  • One round wooden display plate
๐Ÿ›‹ Open Living Area
  • U-shaped sofa
  • Seven decorative cushions
  • One large teak coffee table
  • One small coffee table
  • One teak side table
  • Two small round teak chairs
  • Two single-seat chairs with footstools
  • One round wooden plate
  • One coffee-table book
  • One large wooden mask-like statue
  • One Buddha statue
  • One mermaid statue
  • One additional Buddha statue
  • Three porcelain decorative jugs and leaves
  • Assorted porcelain pottery
  • Assorted white shells
  • One round outdoor dining table with four chairs
  • One rectangular dining table with a two-seater sofa and two chairs
  • Four fan remotes
๐Ÿ“บ Media Room
  • One large L-shaped sofa
  • One single-seat day chair
  • Two teak side tables
  • One large teak coffee table
  • One large teak container
  • One 40-inch TV
  • One standing lamp
  • Two Bungalow Living cushions
  • One large contemporary-pattern rug
  • Four Venetian blinds
  • Fan remote
  • AC remote
๐Ÿ’ผ Office
  • One desk lamp
  • One HP printer
  • Two black office chairs
  • One small rubbish bin
  • Fan remote
  • AC remote
๐Ÿ› Bedroom 1
  • Teak bed base with king-size mattress
  • Two side tables
  • Two standing lamps
  • Two single-seat day chairs
  • Two single-seat wooden and covered chairs
  • One Persian-style rug
  • Six mid-size cushions (Bungalow Living)
  • One ornamental cat
  • One washing basket
  • One small metal rubbish bin
  • Six hangers
  • Fan remote
  • AC remote
๐Ÿ› Bedroom 2 โ€” Master
  • One teak king-size bed base
  • One Simmons king-size mattress
  • Two teak side tables
  • Two side lamps
  • One standing lamp
  • Two cream day chairs
  • One large black and cream Persian-style rug
  • Six mixed-size cushions (Bungalow Living)
  • One bed throw (Bungalow Living)
  • Approximately 30 wooden hangers
  • One small wicker storage container
  • Two small wooden storage containers
  • Two black Joseph Joseph storage containers
  • Two black soap dispensers
  • One small wicker rubbish bin
๐Ÿ› Bedroom 3
  • One king-size teak bed frame
  • One Simmons king mattress (180 ร— 200cm)
  • Two teak side tables
  • Two standing lamps
  • One bedside lamp
  • One bookshelf
  • One desk
  • One office chair
  • One green single-seat day chair
  • Two wicker chairs
  • One small teak cabinet
  • One large green Persian-style rug
  • One Polynesian-style wall hanging
  • Two green ornaments on the dressing table
  • One wicker laundry basket
  • One tissue box
  • Approximately 20 wooden hangers
๐Ÿ› Bedroom 4
  • One king-size bed base with mattress
  • One large leather chair
  • Two small teak side tables
  • One teak side table
  • One teak mirror
  • One teak chest of drawers
  • One bedside lamp
  • One large blue Persian-style rug
  • Six assorted-size blue cushions (Bungalow Living)
  • One blue bed throw (Bungalow Living)
  • Two blue and white porcelain ornaments
  • One blue and white porcelain bowl with three balls
  • One small blue Chinese ornament
  • One laundry basket
  • Three wooden hangers
  • One guest robe
  • Fan remote
  • AC remote
๐ŸŽจ Bedroom 5 โ€” Playroom
  • One large desk
  • Children's toy shop
  • Children's play tent
  • Two fan remotes
  • One AC remote
๐Ÿ› Bedroom 6
  • One king-size teak bed base with mattress
  • Two cream single-seat day chairs
  • One teak wooden sideboard table
  • Two teak side tables
  • One small round wooden table
  • One small bedside lamp
  • Five assorted-size cream cushions (Bungalow Living)
  • One cream bed throw (Bungalow Living)
  • One Balinese ornamental headdress
  • One wicker laundry basket
๐Ÿ“š Library
  • Two large teak daybeds with cream cushions
  • One large teak coffee table
  • One wooden coffee table
  • Three wooden and leather chairs (two with footstools)
  • Nine small ornaments
  • Fan remote
๐Ÿ”ง Utility Room
  • One LG washing machine, 15 kg capacity
  • One large clothes drying rack
  • One iron
  • One ironing board
  • Four white storage cabinets
  • One water dispenser
  • One small white table with two chairs
  • Assorted white towels and bedding for all rooms
๐Ÿ‘ค Staff Bedroom
  • One super-single bed with mattress
  • One large white cupboard
  • One small cupboard
  • One round wooden table
  • Two white wooden chairs
  • One bedside lamp
  • One Sanken water dispenser
  • One Kris water cooler
๐Ÿงฏ General
  • One fire extinguisher (utility room, by the small sink)
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Chapter Three
Contacts & Recommendations
Contacts

Local Recommendations

โ˜• Cafรฉs & Coffee

Cafe Vida ยท The Common ยท Avocado Factory ยท Milk & Madu.

๐Ÿฝ Restaurants

Tygr โ€” sushi.
Lush โ€” Mediterranean.
Nostimo โ€” Greek.
Santorini โ€” Greek.
Ramen Hamatora โ€” ramen.
Ulekan โ€” Indonesian.
Smoke โ€” BBQ.
Billy Ho โ€” Asian.
Black Sands Brewery โ€” beer and pub food.

๐Ÿ„ Surf & Beach

The villa is close to three Canggu beaches โ€” Nelayan, Batu Bolong, and Echo Beach. Our favourite is Nelayan; it's the quietest of the three.

For better-than-typical-warung food right on the sand, try Caravan or Manta near Nelayan.

๐Ÿ›’ Shopping & Groceries

Freshtive and Pepito are both a short drive away on Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong. For health-food and organic, Bali Direct or Alive Wholefoods.

๐Ÿ’† Wellness & Spas

Amo Spa ยท Glo Spa. Or arrange a home spa / massage to come to the villa โ€” Ratih can help organise.