KADO KUBU
A wiggly pink plunge pool hovering over the treetops for sea views and stargazing, Brancusi-inspired hand-carved ironwood columns and joglo sculpture, Balinese artisan-made ceramic tile, lush landscaping, kitchen daybeds, and an outdoor living room with ocean and volcano vistas… this one-of-a-kind boutique villa offers a unique experience. With architecture by Los Angeles’ HAM Design Group, the bespoke two-bedroom retreat was completed in 2024 in Padang Padang, minutes from the surf and sand.
The space
Kado Kubu translates to “gift house,” and it was designed to be a thoughtfully handcrafted gift of an escape away from our ordinary lives. The villa transports its guests to an environment full of unique textures, happy colors and playful shapes.
Enter the gallery-like foyer with hand-trawled fluted walls where a magnificent timber structure inspired by Javanese joglo houses directs your gaze upward to meet the exposed teak ceiling floating above. Lush tropical gardens complement the home’s blush pink exterior where 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms mirror one another, and a textured plunge pool in the sky is like a sculpture in its own right.
Custom built, finished entirely by hand and embracing a wabi sabi aesthetic, Kado Kubu is a celebration of artisanship and craftsmen. You’ll find no plain white walls inside, instead there are surfaces clad in terrazzo and striking 3D tiles from Bali’s Philip Lakeman Ceramic, and ceilings lined in oversized caning. The majority of furniture was designed by HAM Design Group and custom-made for the villa, including an onyx dining table with black and blush veins, and the giant L-shaped living room sofa.
Other pieces were sourced from galleries and homegrown brands across the island, with beautifully textured dinnerware and more from high-end local brand Kevala Ceramics. Original artwork throughout includes paintings by a Balinese artist and a vibrant ceiling mural commissioned by a Los Angeles–based artist, visible from the intimate shala equipped with yoga and Pilates equipment beneath the pool.
Cozy, quiet and supremely comfortable with expansive views, divine natural light, and a warm glow by night, this villa is hard to leave, even if it is only a couple minutes from the main road full of eateries, shops and wellness destinations.
The owners and local family who care for the land are our loving neighbors. We respect their quiet hours of 10:00pm-8:00am.
Kindly note: This is an adult-only home as different levels on the property could be unsafe for little ones. There is a set of stairs that must be usable by all guests.
Private Parking: Up to 4 motorbikes or 1 car.
Bedroom 1 & 2:
• King size bed
• AC Unit
• Custom Built-in wardrobe
• Full length standing mirror
• Outdoor access via tempered glass sliding doors
• USB and International Adapter Plug Sockets
• Garden views
En-Suite Bathroom 1 & 2:
• Shower
• Sink and vanity
• Hot water
• Hair dryer
• Iron
• Complimentary bath amenities
Open Air Living & Salt Water (Pink!) Plunge Pool:
The living area and pink plunge pool is the perfect space to hang. With stunning ocean and jungle views right from the second floor, it’s a view that’s hard to beat.
• Custom L-shape Sofa Lounge Area
• Coffee table
• JBL bluetooth speaker
• Optional and movable large window louvres
• Salt water pool
Enclosed Kitchen:
The fully equipped kitchen and dining area overlooks our lush garden as well as the pool area. Our favorite time of the day are sunrise and sunset when the soft golden light comes across our home.
• Dining Table
• TV with Netflix
• Complimentary tea & coffee station
• Electric Stove & Oven
• Dishwasher
• Fridge / Freezer
• Board Games
• Books
• Cleaning products
• Complimentary filtered water dispenser
• Indoor Plants
Please inquire if you have any further questions. Our management team is on stand by and ready to help.
Guest access
This is a private home with a parking space for one car and motorbikes, as well as free parking along the main road.
Notes
Kado Kubu is located in a residential Balinese neighborhood. Anticipate occasional road sounds like motorbikes, wild chickens, happy locals on their neighborhood stroll and a little buzz of the infamous Padang Padang area.
A complimentary JBL bluetooth speaker is provided for your convenience, so kick back, relax and set the mood with your choice of tunes. We are close to town, 5 minutes drive away from Padang Padang and Bingin Beach. Restaurants and Cafes are not in walking distance, so we suggest a set of wheels to get around, like gojek or rental bikes.
If you are looking for an off grid experience, we recommend booking a more remote property. Thanks for reading!
