The Indonesian island of Bali has long been the go-to retreat for vacationing Aussies, and it is safe to say that most returning visitors have their favourite spots to stay on the island. Still, when you’re done with rural Ubud and over the hustle and bustle of Kuta, why not try the nearby coastal village of Canggu for an authentic slice of the luxury villa lifestyle. Canggu boasts more than 10 km of prime beachfront on the south coast of Bali, and a variety of dining, cultural and beach activities to enjoy year-round.
In recent times, Canggu has particularly become popular among surfers and developed as one of Bali’s few longboard-friendly surf spots. The area’s reputation as a surfing destination has been helped by the presence of Deus Ex Machina's Bali outpost, aptly titled the Deus Temple of Enthusiasm, and its annual single fin long-boarding contests. Deux Ex Machina events aside, Canggu retains its tranquillity and provides the perfect retreat from the bustle of daily life.
When you’re planning your stay in Canggu, there’s simply no better place to stay that The Cali, a Palm Springs-style private villa accommodation located in the heart of the village. This brand-new property just opened in 2022 and has quickly come to symbolise the island’s rebounding tourism trade, as one of the first new properties to pop up post-pandemic. And while a Palm Springs-inspired Balinese villa may sound like a bit of an oxymoron, you’re sure to be charmed by the villas’ soft pastels, white stucco walls and elegant cacti.
In fact, the property’s seven individually-designed villas are something of a design revelation. Forget the thatched roofs and teak doors of yore, the boldness of the Cali villas and their mid-century design offers a glimpse at a whole new way of holidaying in Bali. All of the Cali villas are fitted with the important creature comforts you need when travelling in Southeast Asia, like air conditioning throughout, a fully-equipped kitchen and a fully stocked mini bar on arrival, along with 24-hour gated security.
On foot, the villas are a leisurely 15-minute walk from the pristine sands of Berawa Beach, which faces straight out onto the Indian Ocean. When you’re looking to party in style but aren’t keen on the go-go bars of Kuta, The Cali is a mere ten-minute drive from the legendary Vue Beach Club, where visiting international DJs and live
