Escape the Ordinary- an Ubud Stylish Villa in Pristine Nature

Aren't you tired of the hectic pace of every day life? Ready to check something off your bucket list? This Balinese luxury residence can provide you with every bit of the rest and relaxation you so desperately need and desire. “Puri Naga Toya” is an extra large Ubud villa with lots of space! This roomy, super luxe Ubud villa overlooks the famous Ayung River and is featured in the best-selling book “Gathering places”. Delight your senses with the incredible views of the mountains and the sound of the Ayung River below. Indoors the view is just as stunning: high ceilings, palatial four-poster beds, and bathrooms fit for a royal couple. This is a lovely house for a honeymoon couple or families to indulge and create lingering happy, memories. Imagine being inspired by these hidden valleys - the mountain waterfall pouring into the sacred Ayung River below; surrounded by a circus of tropical forest, merging into the graceful green rice paddies. It is where the first rays of the sun illuminate the "Spectacular Mountain Views." Constructed from scratch by local workers; you will be inspired to wake up each morning in this traditional villa; mist lingering in the valley, fragrance of the awakening of nature; you are at "Puri Naga Toya" - and only 40 minutes from Ubud. The owners have more than three decades experience in luxury hotel management with Four Seasons Hotels. Once you arrive, you will feel the comfort, the tranquility, and the staff hospitality. Puri Naga Toya offers you with the high-end facilities and services. Being in the mountains and on the river; you feel the serenity of being upcountry with no big developments, major construction or noisy discos to disturb them here. Bali is at the heart of the Indonesian archipelago stretching 150 km wide and 80km from north to south. Its unique variant of Hinduism influences every aspect of island culture, from day-to-day village life to art, dance, food and music. Ubud is already internationally acknowledged for its visual arts and performance, as well as exceptional arts and crafts, making it one of the most important cultural and artistic centres in Indonesia. Unlike the beach areas, Ubud displays famous rice terraces and river crossings surrounded by forests. Coupled with a higher altitude, the overall climate is noticeably cooler than beachside locations in Bali without biting insects. Neighbouring villages offer exquisite artistry such as weaving, wood-carving, silver making, shadow puppets and village crafts that have crossed generations. The main palace is located in the centre of Ubud, opposite the Ubud market and village theatre where nightly traditional dance performances are held. As well as opportunities for cultural study, Ubud is a great place to learn and participate in the Yoga and Meditation. In more recent years, Ubud has also become the culinary capital of Bali and is full of world-class restaurants, cafés and local eateries, as well as galleries, lotus ponds, palaces and temples, all clustered close to the main crossroads. There are many, well-presented, cultural performances staged in the town, in particular the Hindu epic, the Ramayana; also the Kecak Dance, the Fire Dance, the Monkey Dance and the Legong Dance. Adventures are abound in the surrounding area with whitewater rafting, hiking, bird watching, inner-tubing in the river and trekking in the rice fields. History And in many ways, the history of the greater Ubud area is the very history of Bali itself. Ubud has a known history back to the eighth century, when the Javanese Hindu priest Rsi Marhandya came to Bali from Java, and meditated at the confluence of the two Wos rivers at Campuan, just west of the modern day town centre. A shrine was established and later expanded by Nirartha, the Javanese priest who is regarded as the founder of Bali’s religious practices and rituals as we know them today. At this time the area was a centre of natural medicine and healing, and that is how the name Ubud originated: Ubad is ancient Balinese for medicine. Numerous temples and monasteries were built over the next 400 hundred years including the cave temples at Goa Gajah (just east of Ubud center), and many of the traditional dances, dramas and rituals still practised in Ubud today, originated at this time. In 1900, Ubud became a Dutch protectorate at its own request, and the colonialists interfered little, allowing the traditional arts and culture of the area to remain relatively unchanged. The modern era of Ubud perhaps began in the 1930s, when foreign artists were encouraged by the royal family to take up presence in the town. In the 1960s, adventurous travellers began to arrive as the infrastructure and facilities were still limited. Since, Ubud has developed rapidly into a high profile, top class international destination, while maintaining its integrity as the centre of Balinese art and culture. Puri Naga Toya is a sacred space with a portal connecting to a "healing energy", featured in many publications magazines and coffee table books due its uplifting atmosphere. It is the perfect location to celebrate a "Balinese" wedding ceremony with a loved one - including the purification preparations in advance before you make your wedding vows. Visas As of July 2013, 64 countries are eligible for visa-on-arrival when visiting Indonesia. The cost is US$35USD, payable at the airport. In some cases, this visa is extendable for another 30 days. Please visit the Bali Tourism Board for details, and check with your government for updates and particulars regarding visa requirements for your passport. Design Four bedrooms that are uniquely furnished and and charmingly executed with respect for craftsmanship. Rich hardwoods, roman blinds and handmade Portuguese beds set the tone, and details like quality linens, modern fixtures and bath products. This Ubud Villa also boasts its own pure natural spring from which cool water is pumped up for the pool, the organic herb gardens for household use. A private pool and elliptical machine are available for the fitness-minded. Total idleness, however, is certainly not frowned upon; this is the ideal place to read (or write) a book in the private Library, it is our pride and joy. DETAILS: The interior design reveals the owners' passion for Asia and appreciation of Asian heritage, culture and art.  INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY: Tropical Continental Breakfast- [8] Welcome fruit drink Welcome fruit basket Fresh purified Spring water Tropical flower arrangements KEY AMENITIES: o Swimming Pool and Outdoor Dining Pavilion with BBQ Grill o TV (Satellite/Cable) o Free Wifi Internet o PNT Bathing amenities, robes and slippers o Natural Spring Water to Drink o Organic Herb and Garden o Large Koi Pond o Guest Registration with Local Authorities MORE • Activities Guide • Local Activities Guide • Local Map • Local Restaurant Guide • Rules of Puri Naga Toya VILLA DINING: [Two Dining Pavilions] Our food Our kitchen is open from 7am to 10pm and is proud to feature local cuisine prepared with great thought and recipes that have crossed generations. DINING CHOICES: (kitchen is open from 7am - 8pm). Homemade Delicacies Breakfast at Puri Naga Toya is complimentary [Tropical Continental Breakfast] -an additional side menu is offered from our In-House Dining Menu of local and international dishes to order from [extra] -Self Catered: [excluding condiments] You shop, and our staff will assist you with the cooking, serving and cleaning. -In-House Dining Menu [Extra] - 24 hour notice Please let us know if you are celebrating a special occasion, and we will do our best to create a special evening for you [Extra]. Catered local dishes from our In-House Dining Menu: -Order our local "Surprise Dinner" - 24 hr notice [Extra] -Catering: Food/shopping service (+ 15% service charge on the cost of groceries) Dining: -Indoor Dining- 8 persons                          -Outdoor Dining Bale- 8 persons Laundry: Our staff will assist you with your laundry needs- please advise them of any special requirements.  -Iron and Ironing board available Other Services: Available at Extra Cost Baby sitting [extra] Private Yoga lessons, or groups [extra] Cooking Class at home Personal Laundry Service - Ironing [extra] Spa [Extra] Directions Puri Naga Toya is located at the village of Payangan, approximately one hour and forty-five minutes north of Denpasar airport and 40 minutes North of Ubud Village. It is also 1.5 KM from Hanging Garden Ubud and just 500m south of Awan Biru Villas. You can find us on Google Maps [Puri Naga Toya] for an easy ride home! Denpasar: 1 hour, 30 minutes Ubud Village: 40 min Ubud Rafting: 21 min Sanur: 1hour, 10 minutes Seminyak: 1.5 hour Need transportation? Bali doesn’t have a convenient public transportation system. You can find taxis in most areas of Bali, but having someone you can rely on can sometimes be difficult. If you prefer, we can arrange transportation options for you throughout your stay including tours, and more. Our Contract Drivers are available at reasonable prices: - We use "Bali Trip" for our contract driver services. They are very dependable and reasonable. [Extra] Driving directions **If you plan on coming with your own transport such as Blue Bird Taxi [24 HR Notice] we recommend printing the map below and keeping our phone number ready if you need directions (+62 85237507881) Salon Services: -Massage at home - 1 1/2 hours @ Rp 250.000 Enjoy massage at home and safe the stress of leaving from you home. Select one: Balinese massage, Relaxing, Stone Mask, Japanese -Manicure/Pedicurr: Rp 150.000 Weddings We can also create a private ceremony that offers couples the benefits of local insights and a true understanding of the Balinese wedding culture.