offers something different again to our
previous two `homes' sheer beachfront
luxury with state-of-the-art facilities and
modernist, contemporary design spawned
from the competitive one-upmanship of being
the latest 5-star resort on the Bali block.
jet-black volcanic-sand beach to the west,
with the constantly crashing waves providing
a dramatic backdrop to this luxurious and
highly personalised experience.
Upon making our reservation we are sent a
link to a `preferences' questionnaire, designed
to ensure every aspect of our stay is tailored
to our specific needs and expectations. What
marketing brilliance!
jazz, blues and chill-out music programmed
tech entertainment
centre, as well as a
pre-chosen selection
of comedy, drama,
romance and
animation movies
and a library of age-
appropriate books for
the kids and design/
architecture, travel
and art books for
Michelle and I.
daily fruit bowl made up of "what's sweet and
ripe in the market today".
professionals, all of whom make us feel like
minor celebrities.
and comfortable, with attention to detail that
inspires awe from our own private infinity
pool,(withinflatedpoolrings)tothemassive
ocean-facing cabana and outdoor lounge,
moreoversizedfluffywhitetowelsthana
`his and hers' personalised toiletries range
inclusive of black, volcanic ash soap and after-
sun `Coolcumber' body milk.
compromising privacy we are tempted to
relax in our own private haven and not leave
until checkout four days later, but the beach
beckons. We have direct access via a strip of
manicured lawn, so we scramble on to the black
sand for some fun. When I say black sand, I
don't mean a dirty grey it is actually jet black,
as fine as powder and squeaky underfoot.
appointed resort gyms and in to the outdoors.
How wonderful to have such a spectacular
jogging track 30 steps from my bedroom.
semi-covered open-air restaurant featuring
`tasting-style' breakfast menus that rotate daily,
highlight local fare and put fun twists on classic
breakfast favourites I kid you not, the pastries
and bread (including gluten-free varieties)
were the best I've eaten outside of Paris.
Balinese dishes such as Udang Kesuna
Cekuh (grilled prawns with a secret sauce
from Chef Widdie's grandmother) or highly
creative western fare, including Blackened
Red Snapper with Romaine Leaves, Creamy
Potato, Vanilla and Shallots.
Burgers and Grissini with Parma Ham, Olives
and Cheese Fondue served in the Reading
Room a stylish indoor-outdoor beach house
library which would be right at home in a
Ralph Lauren catalogue.
Ombak. The coupling of Executive Chef Dwayne
Cheer's superbly crafted degustation menu with
the spotlit waves crashing against the volcanic-
sand coast of Kelating Beach makes for a
magical experience that our family will treasure
forever. Our favourite dishes here are the Foie
Gras with Granola, Apricot and Duck Jus, as
well as the Duck Breast with Shimeji and
Sweet Potato Gnochi... Outstanding!