Villa Maya Retreat Tanah Lot

Villa Maya Retreat – Six Bedroom Villa

Villa Maya Retreat rests at the base of a gorge on the banks of the Penet River in the pretty village of Cepaka on Bali’s south-western coast in Tanah Lot. This utterly private paradise is all about time out, and time together – for both relaxation and socializing.

The tropical architecture and interiors pay tribute to traditional Balinese design, with open-sided Alang-Alang thatched living pavilions facing the 12-meter green-stone swimming pool, and six individual bedroom pavilions – three with plunge pools – thoughtfully laid out to maximize privacy and views. There are loads of outdoor living spaces among the lush jungle gardens too: after lunch on the dining deck, retreat to the shade of the poolside bale, enjoy a massage in the large curtain-swathed garden bale or sip pre-dinner drinks on the lounge terrace overhanging the river.

Maya is ideal for families and groups of friends looking for a get-away-from-it-all place in a stunning location with lots of social space for partying and quiet corners for private time. While there’s no reason to leave – everything you need is at your fingertips and an experienced chef is on hand to prepare and serve delicious home-cooked Asian and Western meals – a driver is on standby for those eager to explore the island or scout Seminyak’s hip restaurants, bars and shops a 45-minute drive away. Beyond the villa, Cepaka village offers guests a glimpse of rural and religious traditions unchanged across generations.

Bedrooms at Villa Maya Retreat

All six luxurious bedrooms at Villa Maya Retreat are housed in separate pavilions with high-vaulted ceilings, polished terrazzo floors, ensuite bathrooms, and individual patios to admire the views. Every bedroom is air-conditioned and features a four-poster king-size bed with a mosquito net, additional ceiling fans, and a small bar fridge.

Master Suite

The master or honeymoon suite offers total seclusion with its own private garden featuring a 5-metre riverside plunge pool and sun deck. The bedroom, which has a large walk-in dressing room and a prettily cushioned rattan sofa facing a flat-screen TV, features large glass doors opening onto a sheltered patio with a comfortable daybed – just the spot for reading or bird watching. A slatted screen divides the bathroom from the garden, so guests can soak up the ambiance from the cream terrazzo bathtub or the black lava-stone rain shower.

Riverside Suites

Three guest pavilions sit side-by-side along the riverbank, offering sublime jungle views from the bed or seating area through glass bi-fold doors that open onto an outdoor terrace. The ensuite garden bathrooms with twin vanities and a black lava-stone rain shower back onto the vine-clad stone cliff-face wall, creating a jungle-cave setting. The suite closest to the living pavilion also has a terrazzo bath in its ensuite and is equipped with a TV and DVD player.

Upper terrace suites

Higher up the gorge with great views of the river valley are the two upper terrace suites, each with a private plunge pool and sun terrace. A later addition to the estate, these light, and airy suites are more modern in design and include a black rattan sofa and table sets – perfect for afternoon tea. Both ensuite bathrooms – one semi-open, one enclosed – have tubs and rain showers.

Living Spaces at Villa Maya Retreat

Facing the swimming pool at the heart of the estate, the open-sided fan-cooled thatched dining pavilion forms the social hub of the villa. A four-metre-long solid wood dining table resting on the polished concrete floor commands centre stage, complemented by ten comfortably cushioned rattan chairs. This pavilion also makes a casual living area, with rattan sofas and an ottoman arranged around a rustic coffee table and a surround-sound music system. Alongside is the fully equipped kitchen and a service bar with three bar stools according to a ringside seat for sipping cocktails while watching the chef at work.

A few steps away is a second open-sided pavilion with a two-tiered roof fashioned in the style of a traditional Balinese Santillan (village meeting hall). Here, three sofas arranged around a marble-topped coffee table face a 42-inch satellite TV with a DVD player and library of movies and magazines. The 12-metre green-stone swimming pool is encircled by a large wooden deck where six loungers shaded by ceremonial umbrellas encourage supine indolence. An alfresco dining area gazes across the pool towards the batik-cushioned balé which provides respite from the tropical sun.

Suspended over the river, a party terrace with U-shaped seating makes an idyllic setting for pre-dinner drinks. Close by, a huge curtained balé is just the place to enjoy a massage, soothed by the sounds of the river. These garden living spaces invite guests to unwind, relax and admire the iridescent blue kingfishers and alu (water monitor lizards) that scale the river banks.

Nearby

• 9.0 km to Echo Beach
• 15.0 km to Seminyak
• 23.0 km to Kuta
• 23.0 km to Ubud
• 25.0 km to Airport

Service and Facilities

• 12 people (six bedroom pavilions with king-size beds). Extra beds at an additional charge.
• Open-sided living/dining pavilion; TV lounge; riverside lounge terrace.
• Villa manager; chef; 2 villa attendants;  gardeners/pool attendants; security guards. Masseuse and babysitter on request.
• Western, Asian, vegetarian, and children’s menu. Requests accommodated (including special diets).
• WiFi internet access; landline for local calls; mobile phone coverage. IDD on request.
• Baby cot; high chair; car seat; DVDs; games.
• Satellite TV and DVD player; surround-sound system; CD player; iPod dock.
• Car and driver are available for up to 8 hours per day at USD$25++ (excludes petrol).
• Safety deposit boxes

Inclusion

• Exclusive use of the whole villa and listed facilities
• Personal service by the villa including full-time manager, chef, security
• 1 car and driver daily (excluding arrival and departure days)
• Welcome drink and fruit basket upon arrival
• Turn down service
• Wi-Fi Internet connection
• Airport transfer included minimum 5 nights stay by Beach Bali Villas

Rates in USD

*Rates are subject to 15,5 percent government tax & service charge. All prices and season periods are subject to change without prior notice.

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