Villa Sukhavati - complete description

Villa Sukhavati - complete description

Sukhavati Retreat is an exclusive six-bedrooms property located within a timeless Hindu village by the Penet River in south Bali. Built on three distict levels and set among a hectare of virgin jungle and lasdscaped tropical gardens, the retreat offers a rare blend of luxury and intimacy with the natural environtment.

Designed to accommodate up to 14 guests, the retreat health and well-being oriented facilities include three salt-water swimming pools, a dining and entertainment pavilion, a health and beauty spa, and an open-air yoga and meditation bale. Whether for a large family, a small retreat group, a wedding or special event, Sukhavati Retreat is the ideal base from which to explore the scenic and cultural wonders of Bali, the island of the gods.

Sukhavati Retreat Location

Sukhavati Retreat is located in the small village of Bebengan (north-west part of Canggu area) and lies on a multi-level topography of land. More than a hectare in size, the property is bordered by tropical jungle and the Penet river. Beautiful Mt. Batukaru is clearly visible from the top level of the retreat.

Sukhavati Retreat Accommodation

Sukhavati Retreat is divided into two levels. The area of the upper level is from the entrance until the parking spot. There are some structures on this level: The Amitabha Pavilion with private plunge pool, Spa Pavillion, Welcome Lounge and the Office. There is also another room with Jacuzzi.

Entering the Balinese gate, we will be fully impressed by the hundreds stairs down to the lower level. It is like the great Besakih mother temple of Bali. The lower level consists of some other self standing structures: the Samanta Bhadra Pavillion, Manjushri Pavillion, Vajhravani Pavillion, Whitetara Pavillion, Maitreya Pavillion, Living and Dining area facing the Yeh Penet River, Yoga and Meditation Pavillion, fully equipped kitchen and the swimming pool.

There are total of six pavillion (each with one luxury bed room with private en-suite). All compound of the retreat could accommodate 12 people. Two extra beds are available upon request.

The Living and Dining Pavillion
This self standing structure is located on the lowest part of the lower level. From the pool, we need to walk down some more stairs to reach the floor of the Living area. This Entertainment Pavillion is a luxurious furnished communal lounging area equipped with large flat-screen TV, DVD / CD stereo system, and a library equipped with 200-plus DVD, books, magazines and games. Passing through some more steps up, we will arrive at the Dining area. The large dining table comfortably serves 14 seats. This is a real nice place to have a great dine.

Sukhavati Retreat Kitchen
The kitchen is located right on the right side of the main pool and adjacent to the dining area. It is fully equipped with modern cooking utensils. An hotel and restaurant standard with an easy to follow system of set menus and buffets, and set meal times. Complimentary sunrise breakfast is included with nightly rate (additional breakfast menu items available at extra charge). Vegetarian and non-vegetarian diets are fully catered for. Alcohol is not stocked on premises but transport to local liquor store available upon request.

Sukhavati Retreat Yoga and Meditation Pavilion
The retreat purpose-built open-air pavilion is equipped with yoga mats, straps and other exercise equipment. Also contains a sound system so that students may listen to ambient music during classes. In case yoga is not an interested activity, a tennis table can be set up quickly to entertain you.

Sukhavati Retreat Spa and Massage
Full range of exotic on-site spa services available through Manori Spa. Sukhavati Retreat spa contains 2 massage tables, changing room, shower and a hot-water Jacuzzi.

Sukhavati Retreat Art Gallery
The Buddha Fields art gallery located on the upper level of the property, housing exquisite artworks obtained by the owner of the retreat from all over Southeast Asia (particularly Nepal and Thailand). All items are available for sale.

Sukhavati Retreat Pools

There are 3 swimming pools in the compound: 1 main swimming pool on the lower level and 2 smaller cool pools situated in the luxury villas Amitabha and Maitreya.

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