Perched on a cliffside above Nyang Nyang Beach on the southwestern tip of Bali, Uluwatu Estate stands out among the villas that line the coast of the island. An infinity pool, the pièce-derésistance of the place, is framed by frangipani trees. Glistening in the sun, it looks out to endless views of the Indian Ocean. Next to it is a hanging garden, featuring native plants, and four suites, which surround an open-air living and dining space. There are four more suites, each with its own private garden or koi pond, at the back of the estate, which is accessible via an outdoor staircase and through lush green gardens. Then there’s a private spa, gym and games room. Plus, naturally, there’s a dedicated team of 20 staff.
The home is the pride and joy of Renee Zecha, an Indonesian financier who stumbled upon the 53,820 sq ft site the estate sits on while hiking with her husband2002; she later acquired it for an undisclosed sum. This was back when Uluwatu was an undiscovered part of Bali, says Zecha—today, it has a string of luxury resorts. Ten years in the making, Uluwatu Estate is a sanctuary for Zecha and her family—she and her husband built it in the hopes of “leaving a legacy behind” for their son.
