VILLA MANA, CANGGU
CARVING OUT its own slice of cool in happening Canggu, this design-led villa offers the perfect mix of style and serenity. Textured stone walls, polished concrete floors, soaring ceilings and moody, minimalist interiors speak straight to the fashion pack. But it’s Villa Mana’s uninterrupted rice-field views, turquoise pool and draping vines that create a tropical sanctuary. Gather for croquet or boules on the lawn or ride a bicycle to nearby Echo Beach. Then meet for a Pisco Sour cocktail on the rooftop terrace at sunset while the chef prepares your Indonesian feast. There’s a barbecue for in-villa gettogethers, a home cinema and each of the six bedrooms has a statement bathtub that is large enough for two.
Set aside some time to explore Canggu, where streets are lined with giant murals, quirky cafés and bars and chic boutiques. Further afield, about 10 minutes’ drive from the villa, is Batu Bolong Beach, the heart of Canggu’s thriving surf culture. Rent a board and hit the popular Old Man’s break.
When it’s time for a bite, stroll to The Slow (hotel.qantas.com. au/theslow), accommodation opened by Ksubi co-founder George Gorrow and his wife, Cisco Tschurtschenthaler. Its in-house restaurant, Eat & Drink, does excellent share plates – try the lamb kofta pide with eggplant relish, tabouli and za’atar yoghurt.