KARANG PUTIH
The sprawling 13,500 m3 cliff-top 5-star estate of Karang
Putih is surrounded by a swath of green foliage and blooming
tropical flowers, set amidst a backdrop of the stunning
blue Indian Ocean of Uluwatu. A truly modern luxury home
in architecture and design, Karang Putih is located only
18 kilometers from Ngurah Rai International Airport, and
within a 20 minutes drive from an international standard
golf course. The property itself features a wide variety
of services and entertainment options, including, lawn tennis,
lawn boules, a putting green, and a private grass tennis
court. Nearby you can also engage in surfing, water skiing,
reef fishing & big game fishing. Just below the villa
estate a winding road will take you to a pristine white
sand beach where the owners have built a private beach club
for use by guests. The club is perfect for barbeques by
the beach and afternoon swims. One of the most unique aspects
of this villa is that it boasts its own licensed helicopter
pad serviced by Air Bali. Airport transfer from the airport
via helicopter is available.
The main estate is comprised of three buildings:
the main house, the pool house, and the private guest house.
Two swimming pools, 6 air-conditioned bedrooms, mature tropical
gardens, and a breathtaking view are the main highlights
of this property. High ceilings and generous proportions
of the rooms create the feeling of endless space, accented
by the open nature of the structures and the resulting abundance
of natural light. All of the rooms and corridors are exquisitely
decorated with beautiful & rare antiques from the Asian
region.
Carpeted stairs lead up to the second floor,
where lies one of the grand master bedrooms. A small sitting
room complete with leather couches and lined with Balinese
paintings and a butterfly collection offers a quiet retreat
from where to look out through the massive windows and enjoy
a bird's eye view of the ocean. The actual bedroom is filled
with a gentle glow during the day, complimented by the light
color scheme; beige terracotta floor tiles and dark beige
walls. A massive abstract painting sets the backdrop to
the king-sized bed. A writing desk sits opposite the bed,
behind which is located the generous walk-in wardrobe and
an oversized painting of a tropical shell. The ensuite bathroom
is fitted with a spacious terracotta bathtub that sits beneath
large windows. The room is enlivened with tropical plants.
Back down the stairs, one continues on to
the western end of the home where the second master bedroom
is located. Dark grey terracotta tiles on the floor are
divided by the king-sized bed that dominates the room, set
in the middle. It is situated as to offer an ocean view
simply by reclining in the embrace of the generous white
linens of the bed. Alternatively, sit on the white rattan
couch at the foot of the bed, stretch your legs out on the
rich Oriental rug, and watch the Para-gliders drift by from
the neighboring launch site. Behind the bed is a massive
white standing wardrobe, decorated with Chinese tiger panels
set to either side of a massive antique mirror. To the north
of the room is the entranceway to the enormous ensuite open-air
bathroom, which could arguably stand as a living area of
its own. Sunlight drenches the grey terracotta bathtub and
wooden vanity. An additional open-air shower, overflowing
tropical potted plants, and old sketches of boats are added
highlights. The toilet is situated in a separate room.
The spacious bedroom verandah of dark grey
terracotta connects to the rest of the first floor, and
stretches east all the way to the opposite side of the villa
where the incorporated open-air dining and formal sitting
area are located. Stunning sunset views provide the ideal
ambiance for friendly dinners with friends and family, or
for a romantic meal for two. A standing Chinese screen offers
added privacy to the large dining room table that can seat
up to 20 people. Traditional Balinese limestone carvings
of deities stand watch.
Hip with black and white checkered tiles,
the fully equipped open European kitchen and walk-in pantry
sit off to one side of the dining area. A breakfast bar
offers an additional dining area for a casual meal. The
house chef can cook up whatever you can dream up; all you
have to do is ask. An eastern doorway from the kitchen leads
to the staff quarters and laundry room.
Next to this guest bathroom is the third bedroom. Ideal
for children, it is fitted with twin beds and gentle sky
blue walls. Playful finger paintings hang behind the beds,
while colorful Bali boat kites adorn the standing wardrobe,
which is filled with toys. The ensuite bathroom with shower
is partially open air, as tall vertical windows open up
to a walled-in rock garden. Pastel paintings of tropical
birds bring the room to life. If desired, babysitters can
be provided by the staff.
A grand sweeping staircase guarded by Singapore
lion sculptures leads you out of the main house to the landscaped
garden. A pathway leads through the cascading bougainvillea
to the pool house. The pool house, situated right by the
cliff edge, boasts kitchen facilities and a large open sitting
area complete with a tepanyaki table that seats eight. This
tropical sitting area is lined with cushioned benches, which
overlook the 17- meter salt water terrazzo swimming pool.
A small raised sitting area offers the ideal location from
which to gaze over the Indian Ocean to Nusa Lembongan, the
neighboring island, or to observe the local fisherman and
seaweed farmers below.
A large bedroom is connected to the sitting
area. Bright yellow walls add to the modern tropical feel,
as a dreamy blue painting of a boat adorns the wall. Mirrors
to either side of the painting open up the room, furnished
with a standing white rattan wardrobe and bedside table.
The ensuite bathroom is done in blue with bamboo and terrazzo
features. A Balinese carving forms the shower spout. A second
doorway leads out to the sitting area, allowing this bathroom
to double as a guest bath.
Sliding glass doors lead into the first bedroom,
painted in a bright yellow. Two single beds complete with
striped yellow and white linens are back dropped by two
shell paintings. A standing white wardrobe and dresser furnish
the room, and thin vertical shelves decorated with vases,
shells, and photos complete the homey feel. A bright foliage
painting on the wall brings to life the ensuite open-air
bathroom, complete with shower and beige terracotta features.
The second matching bedroom is located on
the opposite side of the house. Modern green floral paintings
add an enlivening splash of color to compliment the crisp
linens of the king-sized bed. The ensuite bathroom features
a large grey terracotta bathtub, and a vase featuring a
collage of butterflies to match the lamps in the connecting
bedroom.
This exceptionally grand, privately owned villa, Karang
Putih, boasts one of the most breathtaking views and magical
setting one can behold. Complimented by the modern architecture
and fine furnishings, this makes the ideal vacation home
for the discerning visitor who wants to enjoy complete privacy
and peacefulness in a luxurious yet comfortable setting.
