Xanadu

Some places earn their names. Set among the rice paddies of Tampaksiring, roughly ten minutes from the centre of Ubud, Villa Xanadu is a five-bedroom retreat that feels genuinely removed from the everyday — a private paradise where contemporary design sits quietly within one of Bali’s most celebrated landscapes. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors in the open-plan living area frame an unbroken panorama of emerald terraces and swaying palm canopy, a view that shifts with the light from dawn mist to golden-hour glow. For groups of up to twelve, it is an exceptional base from which to explore Ubud’s cultural heartland, with rates starting from $157 per night in low season.

The architecture balances modern refinement with warm Balinese materials — natural stone, tropical hardwood, and open-air proportions that let the surrounding greenery become part of the interior. Five ensuite bedrooms are arranged around a generous central living space, giving each room both privacy and easy access to the communal areas. Two king-bedded master suites anchor the layout, complemented by three queen rooms, all finished with quality linens and tasteful detailing. An outdoor bathtub, cradled by garden foliage, offers a particularly memorable way to unwind after a day spent exploring the terraces or galleries nearby.

At the heart of the outdoor living area, an infinity pool overlooks the rice fields and landscaped gardens — the kind of setting where afternoons disappear without effort. An al fresco dining space invites long evening meals beneath the stars, while daily housekeeping, concierge services, and optional in-villa massage and private chef arrangements ensure that every practical detail is taken care of. When you are ready to venture beyond, the Tegallalang Rice Terraces, Ubud Palace, the Blanco Renaissance Museum, and restaurants such as Mozaic and Room 4 Dessert are all a short drive away.

Xanadu is particularly well suited to multi-generational families or groups of friends who want generous space without sacrificing style. Ubud’s slightly cooler elevation makes evenings comfortable, and the villa’s tranquil end-of-road position delivers a genuine sense of seclusion. It is, in the truest sense of the word, a place where the rest of the world recedes.

Few villas in the Ubud area combine this level of design, comfort, and natural setting at such a competitive price point. Xanadu lives up to its name — a true sanctuary amid the rice fields of Bali’s creative and spiritual heartland.