Villa Casis

Villa Casis is a six-bedroom estate set within 800 square metres of tropical gardens in Sanur, just 200 metres from one of Bali’s calmest and most family-friendly beaches. Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as one of the best villas to rent on the island, it combines proper Balinese compound architecture with the kind of staffing and finishes that justify the accolade. The 70-square-metre pool sits at the centre of the property, flanked by sun decks, water walls, and fountains, while six marble-appointed en-suite bedrooms are split across two levels: three upstairs with king-size four-poster beds, private balconies and hammocks, and three on the ground floor with sliding doors that open directly onto the pool terrace.nnSanur is where tourism in Bali began, back in the 1930s, and it remains refreshingly uncommercialised. The seven-kilometre reef-protected beach has calm, shallow waters ideal for children and stand-up paddleboarding, and the recently widened beachfront boardwalk stretches the full length of the coast, connecting cafes, warungs, and traditional jukung outrigger boats. This is sunrise Bali rather than sunset Bali – quiet mornings, cycling along the promenade, and dinner at neighbourhood restaurants rather than beach clubs.nn

nnWe recommend Villa Casis for families and groups who want a fully staffed villa in a location that feels like the real Bali. The dedicated team of staff, led by the well-regarded villa manager Madam Tini, delivers a level of service that guests consistently single out in reviews. Daily breakfast is included, and the private chef prepares Western, Asian, and vegetarian menus for lunch and dinner from a villa menu – the food here is genuinely excellent and many guests find themselves eating in more often than going out.nnThe layout works well for multi-generational groups. The three ground-floor bedrooms have handcrafted Romanesque bathtubs in open-roofed marble bathrooms and direct pool access through sliding glass doors, making them ideal for couples or anyone who values an easy connection to the outdoor living spaces. Upstairs, the three four-poster bedrooms each have a private balcony with deck chairs and hammock, plus views across the gardens. Goose-down pillows and fine cotton linens are standard throughout.nnThe entertainment spaces are equally well thought out. Two reception rooms overlook the gardens, the air-conditioned dining room seats fourteen, and a dedicated library and media room houses a flat-screen television with cable channels, a BOSE surround sound system, and a library of over a thousand films. It is the sort of villa where you can genuinely spend a full day without feeling the need to leave the property, yet the beach, the Sindhu night market, and Sanur’s best restaurants are all within easy walking distance.nn

nnVilla Casis suits guests who value substance over scene. The Conde Nast Traveller recognition, the quality of the staffing, and the genuine character of Sanur as a destination all combine to create a villa experience that is about the real Bali rather than the Instagram version. For families, multi-generational groups, and anyone seeking calm waters, village atmosphere, and proper service, it is one of the strongest choices on the island’s east coast.