Villa Des Indes I, Antique Joglo style luxury accommodation in Bali

Luxury villas in Bali rarely house such intricate works of art as Joglos which were former houses of Javanese noblemen. The skilled artisans of Demak in Central Java cleverly carved Joglo houses using traditional tongue and groove techniques, forgoing any use of nails in the design. Within this antique villa in Bali, the Joglo features finely carved pillars fluted with delicate floral patterns and symmetrical intricate layers of mandala style artwork in the ceiling.

The Joglo is a peaceful centerpiece, an open-air living area that appears to be floating on water, surrounded by a 21-meter lagoon swimming pool that curves amidst the orchids and frangipanis. Complete with a table for fine dining set with antique cutlery and crockery, a relaxing lounge with plantation chairs in which you can while the evening away and comfortable corners to curl up in with an interesting book, the antique Joglo style typifies the best in luxury accommodation in Bali.