A luxury villa to rent on the iconic island of Sumba, Indonesia

SJ Villas loves the Puncak Estate on the private resort of NIHI Sumba. 

Puncak Estate is located on NIHI Sumba resort which has more than 27 uniquely designed villas. Each villa offers breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and Nihiwatu Beach and a wonderful team to feel both at home and completely transported. Indulge in the thrill of swimming with the Sumba Sea horses, bask each of your senses at the Spa Safari™ Nihioka, a one-of-a-kind Spa experience that is not to be missed or explore uncharted waterfalls, and stand-up paddling on rivers that wind through picturesque Sumbanese villages.

Puncak is a four-bedroom estate with a sunken outdoor dining area and two plunge pools. There is two cottages with two bedroom each. One of the cottages has one bedroom per floor, both with adjacent bathrooms. The second cottage has a master bedroom on the upper level with an en-suite bathroom. Downstairs, a children’s room with en-suite bathroom, able to accommodate two children in a bunk bed.

Puncak Estate includes a ground floor open-air living room, a kitchen and many outdoor facilities such as an outdoor hot tub. Puncak was a featured winner for PURE’s Best in Design 2015.

Luxury to rent near Ubud, Indonesia

Nestled in the slopes of the balinese hills, Hartland Estate boasts spectacular views of the Ubud area.

Ubud Villa Hartland Estate is thoughtfully conceived and elegantly executed 5 bedroom Luxury Bali Retreat. 

Carefully set into the landscape around the 6,000 square meter Estate by celebrated architect Yew Kuan (Como Shambhala Estate), Villa Hartland Estate includes 5 beautifully furnished air-conditioned Suites. Each Suite has its own private space and extensive garden surrounding it.

Three Suites are made from reclaimed teak houses. Each grass–roofed Suite features a spacious double bedroom, luxurious bathroom and a large wooden deck with an outdoor lounging area and open spaces for early morning Yoga or Meditation. The downstairs bathroom of the Suite is more than spacious and features a unique shower overlooking the valley.

The fourth Suite, “Marian’s Cottage” – is a two-bedroom stucco cottage with a large Living and Dining Verandah leading off the Master Bedroom. A smaller Double Bedroom interconnects. Both bedrooms have their own private garden bathroom and separate entrances. The Double Bedroom also has a private patio with table and chairs overlooking the verdant tropical gardens.

A Meditation Gazebo is located in a secluded spot further down the hillside (towards the organic vegetable and herb gardens) below the Teak House with serene valley and distant volcano views. It is fan-cooled with large a comfortable couch, mosquito net. (and, of course, amazing views!) and built according to principles of fengshui.

Nearby activities include Trekking, Rice Paddy Walks, Mount Batur Hikes, Biking, River Rafting, Yoga, Restaurants, Shopping, a visit to world famous Green School, John Hardy Jewellery workshop & local Artists.

A luxury yacht to charter in Indonesia

Fenides is a phinisi style yacht, perfect for guests keen on surfing and diving in remote locations.

Fenides is a phinisi style yacht that was custom built in 2019. This yacht was carefully constructed in Sulawesi to international standards, using local hardwoods of ironwood and teak for her hull and imported fittings.

This luxurious yacht features five air-conditioned suites with two double cabins located on the upper deck as well as one master suite and two twin suites on the lower deck, all with en-suite bathrooms. The cabins are decorated in a minimalist style to maximise the feeling of space.

The main deck features an outdoor lounge and dining area for catching the sun and making the most of spectacular island views, as well as an indoor saloon and bar, and a dedicated camera room with six desks, editing facilities, widescreen TVs and sofas. On the upper deck, there is a second bar and plenty of space to relax alfresco.

Fenides also features a dive deck, climate-controlled camera room, and she is equipped with snorkel gear and dive equipment including nitrox, stand up paddleboards, portable docking stations, a Bose sound system, laundry facilities and two tenders.

The owners have a great love of adventure, and as such, Fenides is thoughtfully equipped with a plethora of equipment that makes her ideal for charters geared around diving or surfing. The implementation of superior computing systems adds to the seamless level of comfort and optimal performance.

A spectacular phinisi-style yacht in Indonesia

Dunia Baru takes guests to a new level of luxury and adventure. This yacht merges longstanding heritage with all the high-spec amenities you would expect of a modern super yacht.

Dunia Baru is an award-winning yacht that spares no attention to detail – her craftsmanship is simply stunning, with every element handcrafted by talented local carpenters.

The yacht has seven beautifully-appointed cabins, including an incredible master suite on the upper aft deck and six large cabins below deck. The huge full beam master suite features wraparound windows with 270-degree views, a private balcony with a day bed and a bathroom with double vanities and a rainforest shower. The six cabins below deck are large and sumptuous with en-suite bathrooms.

In an effortless combination of ancient technique and modernity, Dunia Baru pleases the crowds with a seamless narrative from her traditional Indonesian exterior to her slick modern interiors. The attention to detail on this vessel is exquisite, from individually carved wooden hinges adorning each door to a hand-made steering wheel, tasteful soft furnishings and 1.5km of subtle LED strip lighting.

Within her 51m there is ample space to relax across three decks, be it on the bow, the front deck, the wheelhouse balcony or the sundeck and dining area of the aft deck, leading out from a cavernous family-style kitchen complete with bar stools and a teppanyaki grill for watching the expert onboard chef perform his magic.

A fully integrated Sonos 14 zone sound, light and entertainment system is controllable on an iPad throughout the boat and covers all in and outdoor areas across 30 speakers, sub-woofers and iPod docking systems. But perhaps most excitingly, Dunia Baru features 34 underwater LED lights that light up the ocean at night and attract a wealth of feeding fish.

A luxurious cliffside private villa in Nusa Dua with direct access to the sea.

Villa Bidadari is a Balinese style luxury cabana with spectacular views over the ocean.

Villa Bidadari Cliffside Estate is one of the best ocean view villas in Nusa Dua, Bali. Dramatically located on the cliffs edge overlooking the Indian Ocean. 

The villa has 3 spectacular ensuite bedrooms in the main residence and a 4th ensuite bedroom, in a separate Balinese style luxury Cabana.

The main residence of Bidadari Cliffside Estate is very spacious, boasting incredible views of the Indian Ocean through the floor to ceiling glass doors of the living room and upstairs master suites.

The Bale, which serves as an outdoor dining overhangs the cliffs and sits next to the 18 metre infinity pool. 

The fourth bedroom suite is located in a separate romantic Balinese style Cabana nestled into the hill on the bottom of the cliff and perched just steps above the white sand beach and crystal blue ocean. 

Villa Bidadari Cliffside Estate also provides a gym situated underneath the Cabana, 2 kayaks and a colorfully painted Balinese style outrigger canoe. The gym area also functions as your own Bali private yoga retreat where you can meditate in your private peaceful space overlooking the Indian Ocean. 

A luxury villa Nag Shampa to rent in the hills of Ubud, Indonesia

With five swimming pools. excellent staff and modern relaxation facilities including a yoga shala, this private estate is the perfect escape.

Villa Nag Shampa Estate lies not too far from the mountain town of Ubud. Villa Nag Shampa Estate is a perfect private retreat with traditional Joglo style Javanese Architecture. With 5 swimming pools, full time dedicated staff and private chef, relaxation facilities, large yoga shala, the estate is great for a group of up to 16 guests.

The estate is made up of 8 over-sized bedrooms. The main buildings include the dining room, sitting room and the master bedroom. As you venture further into the estate you will discover 4 en-suite doubles that lookout over the main pool area, and 3 further en-suite doubles with their own private pools. 

Located in the peaceful village of Taro, known for an ancient rhythm of life, prayer and ceremony, the villa champions wellness of the body and mind. The chefs are local and their recipes are inspired by local and traditional cuisine cooked using organic produce from the estates own vegetable gardens.  

Voyage through the most remote areas of Indonesia in the comfort of first-class boutique accomodation.

Combining the luxury of an expedition yacht with the built-in safety of a true offshore vessel, Kudanil Explorer is an excellent choice for large groups seeking an adventure.

Kudanil Explorer’s layout is extremely practical, with eight berths all of the same size and set up, and the yacht’s equipment has been very well thought out.

The yacht features eight spacious air-conditioned en-suite berths spanning 30.5sqm each, situated on the upper deck. Each one with the option of a king-size or twin configuration to accommodate 16 guests onboard, with additional single beds available for children on request.

Cabins are fitted with adjustable air-conditioning, wifi access and an entertainment system including movies and TV series. Every cabin also has its own private balcony, with a table, chairs and a daybed for secluded alfresco relaxation.

Inside on the main deck, there’s an airy main saloon with a bar and plenty of space for dining, while a separate library and lounge offers a quiet space to retreat to in the heat of the day. On the main deck there is a dedicated spa room where guests can enjoy a massage. The aft deck features the large dive deck, with ample space for excursion planning, changing rooms and three bathrooms. Outside on the top deck, guests will find an open-air Jacuzzi and sun loungers.

Kudanil Explorer is equipped with air-conditioning, wifi, an entertainment system with movies and TV series, three custom tenders, kayaks, paddleboards, wakeboards and water skis, as well as diving and snorkelling equipment for guests’ use.

The adventurous spirit of Kudanil Explorer’s owners paired with the stability and speed of the vessel means Kudanil is always ready for an intrepid adventure beyond the ordinary.

A luxury villa to rent in Koh Samui, Thailand

A luxury villa to rent in Koh Samui, Thailand

Step into the gorgeous Samui Puri – past the koi pond and into the spacious living and dining pavilion – and you’re immediately greeted with spectacular views down the length of the 29m pool, across the lawn and out over the beach to the shimmering Gulf of Siam.

Perfect for family holidays or groups of friends, this six-bedroom villa is ideally located on one of Koh Samui’s most beautiful and tranquil beaches, Lipa Noi, on the island’s quieter west coast, and offers tantalising views of Samui’s famous Five Islands.

To the left of the living pavilion, stretching down towards the beach, are the four ground-floor bedroom suites, including the master, which sits closest to the sea. It and the Peony suite boast king-size, four-poster beds and offer direct pool access, while the Gardenia and Orchid suites are back behind the pool in the villa’s lush gardens. The two spacious upstairs bedrooms open on to a large terrace that catches the sea breezes and maximises the view.

At the far end of the pool is a furnished sunken sala (lounge) with a swim-up bar and large comfy sofas and armchairs. There are more oversized sofas on the well-maintained lawn, plus a fan-cooled terrace at the front of the main pavilion, which is ideal for breakfast.

Inside is an open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area, with an impressive dining table that can seat up to 12 people and a drop-down screen that quickly turns the lounge into a comfy home cinema.

A dedicated staff are on hand each day to ensure all your needs are met, including a private chef skilled in Western and Thai cooking. When it comes to dining, really nothing is too much trouble, be it a family feast on the outdoor terrace or a candlelit dinner for two by the beach.

Massage and beauty treatments can be arranged by the villa staff and enjoyed in various locations in and around the villa, as can a host of additional activities, from Muay Thai boxing and cookery classes to yoga, Pilates and island excursions. Enjoy a hike, for example, to the scenic Namuang Waterfall, or drop by the Samui Elephant Sanctuary.

One of the island’s most trendy beach clubs, Nikki Beach, is just around the headland; the capital, Nathon, can be reached in only a few minutes; while the shops, restaurants and vibrant nightlife of Chaweng, Lamai and Fisherman’s Village are all under 40 minutes’ drive away.

A luxury villa to rent at the exclusive Amanoi resort in Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam

The largest and smartest of the villas on offer at the prestigious Amanoi resort in southern Vietnam – for when only the best will do.

The location here is second to none – just down the coast from Nha Trang on an elevated hillside in Nui Chua National Park, with commanding views of Vinh Hy Bay and the surrounding mountains.

The views all around may be natural and unspoiled, but Amanoi itself is the epitome of contemporary resort minimalism, mixing modern architecture with indigenous design touches.

The villa itself was designed by renowned architect Jean-Michel Gathy and is set in its own grounds, seamlessly woven into the fabric of the hillside, but only a short walk from the resort’s private beach and beach club.

Access to all of the Amanoi facilities is included in a stay, including the spa for which Amans the world over are justifiably famous. If you don’t want to mix with other resort guests then that’s perfectly fine too, as the villa comes complete with a 24/7 butler, a private chef and a great team of staff.

The five bedrooms are located in individual pavilions sensitively arranged within the vegetation around the central infinity pool. Teak decks run between the pavilions and rooms are beautifully decorated with minimalist furniture.

If you’re keen to keep active then water sports, yoga and hikes in the national park can all swiftly be arranged. Though if you’d rather stay sequestered in this hillside piece of paradise then they’ve got that covered too.