Set high above the sea on a grassy hillside, this stylish villa has access to its own private rocky beach and huge views that extend across the ocean all the way to the spectacular peak of Bali’s mystical Mount Agung.

Fresh and modern in its design, Malimbu Cliff Villa features crisp clean lines with white and grey exteriors to create a light and airy ambiance, while vibrant artwork and colourful fabrics contrast nicely against the neutral furnishings evoking a unique sense of style.

Built with relaxation and comfort in mind, the villa’s five bedrooms (4 doubles and one children’s or nanny’s bunk room) and living spaces will make guests feel very much at home, however the inclusion of a few decadent features add an exclusive taste of luxury. With an 18-metre infinity pool that appears to drop straight into the ocean; a terrace from which to-die-for sunsets unfold each evening; a master bedroom with its own pool balcony just made for sipping cocktails, and luxurious bathtubs offering some of the best views in the house, it’s hard not to get into the laid-back Lombok groove at Malimbu Cliff Villa.

While the villa offers peace and privacy in an idyllic, away-from-it-all coastal location, it’s only a ten minute drive to Senggigi’s bars and restaurants (the villa rate includes a car with driver) and a short boat ride to the gorgeous Gili Islands, famous for their white sands, crystal clear waters and excellent dive and snorkelling sites.

Of course a villa stay is not complete without warm and friendly staff to look after guests’ every need, and the team Malimbu Cliff Villa certainly doesn’t disappoint. Fully trained, and with years of experience, the dedicated villa manager, skilled chef, attentive butler and efficient housekeepers will ensure your holiday is truly memorable – from welcome drink to farewell dinner – leaving you longing for more.

Villa layout

All four bedrooms at Malimbu Cliff Villa are air conditioned, furnished with comfortable king-size beds, and have ensuite bathrooms featuring charcoal coloured floors, granite vanities, cream terrazzo shower recesses and white ceramic basins.

Master bedroom

Occupying most of the upper floor, the palatial master suite is home to a comfortable TV lounge, bedroom, dressing room and ensuite bathroom. Featuring teak floors and a ‘wall’ of glass sliding doors, the bedroom is beautifully lit with Moroccan-style lanterns while its luxurious bathroom features a deep terrazzo tub as well as indoor and outdoor showers. Blue and white cushions inject colour into the suite along with paintings that reflect the hues of the setting sun, but what really ignites this room is the private balcony complete with its own shallow ‘cocktail’ pool.

Upstairs guest bedroom

The upstairs guestroom features a bed head stunningly crafted from a huge slice of naturally edged solid wood. Green pillows match the swaying palm fronds while a series of bright abstract flower paintings add a splash of colour. This bedroom opens onto a terrace furnished with egg-cup shaped swivel chairs, and from the large terrazzo tub in the ensuite bathroom guests can soak up views of the hillside and the rocky beach below.

Downstairs guest bedrooms

These two bedrooms are similar in design to the upstairs guestroom, however one has twin beds (that can be pushed together to form a king). Lime green modular chairs add a modern touch along with large abstract paintings. The twin room, with a terrazzo tub in its ensuite, opens onto a covered patio furnished with an outdoor sofa and coffee table, while the king-bedded room opens directly onto the pool and features an open-air shower in its bathroom.

Bunk room/playroom

With its own ensuite bathroom and a set of wooden bunk beds, the lower floor playroom/bunk room makes a handy extra bedroom for children or nannies. Accessed by an external spiral staircase, this room has ocean views through floor-to-ceiling windows and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player.

Designed for sociable holiday living, Malimbu Cliff’s open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen area opens out onto the poolside deck with bi-fold doors that can be easily closed if air-conditioned comfort is preferred. A feature wall is delicately hand painted in a grey and white floral design, while a long teak dining table with a bench seat and six white modular chairs lies within easy access of a galley-style kitchen which is fully equipped with all the latest modern appliances. Guests can pull up a stool at the breakfast bar and watch Ketut at work, or perhaps even exchange a recipe or two.

To the other side of the room a comfortable beige sofa accented with aquamarine and lime green cushions creates a lovely lounge featuring a shag pile carpet, wooden coffee table and pretty butterfly wall mural. A three-seater sofa faces a large flat-screen satellite TV with surround-sound system, great for watching movies.

Children’s playroom

Below the pool terrace and accessed via a spiral staircase, the children’s playroom has awesome ocean views through floor-to-ceiling windows that extend across two sides of the room. This cosy den is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player and furnished with two bench-style sofas. The brightly painted rocking horse is sure to prove popular, as will the soft rug and big floor cushions when it comes to movie time. With its own ensuite and a set of wooden bunk beds, the playroom makes a handy extra bedroom for children or nannies.

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