Resting in the middle of sprawling rice fields and soaring coconut trees, this charming Balinese bungalow 9km north of Ubud is the quintessential peaceful retreat away from busy tourist districts. This villa’s traditional teak design is highlighted by splashes of bright colors of blue and orange. Composed of two lovely bedrooms fitted with queen-size beds, this Javanese teak house also has a patio with a cozy dining table and hanging reading cribs and a bathroom with a rain shower. A large swimming pool and an eco-friendly Balinese restaurant that uses only the freshest ingredients from neighboring farms and from the in-villa fruit and vegetable garden are located in the compound. WiFi Internet access is also available throughout the property. Experience life and culture in the countryside with the various activities offered by the village. Guests can walk the Kelusa rice fields, watch farmers plant their crops and meet the Balinese painter Pak Dolit in his art school. They can also visit Tirta Empul and Tampak Siring Temple, two of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in Bali. Guests can bathe at the sacred spring at Tirta Empul, which is said to have miraculous healing attributes. Why not learn a little something about Balinese culture? Guests can take short classes in watercolor art, gamelan music, wood carving, Balinese dance, traditional Balinese offerings, astrology, tarot card reading and Indonesian cuisine. Private yoga and traditional massage classes are also offered. Guests can also go on an eco-cycling tour and go river-rafting for a more exciting holiday experience. With its lush tropical setting and panoramic views of the mountains, this traditional bungalow is the ideal healing escape for couples, families and groups of friends.