Gerokgak cottage rentals

A group of seven adults spent a week at Villa Banyan. The property was fantastic for a big group. Lots of different spaces to relax as a group, couple, or individually. The staff were fabulous and made my birthday week exceptional. Dea invited us to her village temple to celebrate the full moon ceremony where we were warmly welcomed, the trip to Menjangan Island to snorkel was a highlight. Could not recommend more highly.

We have been to Bali dozens of times and always stayed in the traditional tourist areas of Seminyak, Canggu, so though we would give the Northern Beached region a go. WELL, what an extremely amazing choice this was, as the Villa Yudhistira experience was AMAZING. The villa, villa location, villa setting and most of all the local villa staff made this 10 day break one of our best ever. The villa itself is nestled on the beachfront in the Brongbong Village area, not far from Seririt (15 mins by car), Lovina (30 mins) and Singaraja (45 mins). The villa staff are what made the stay exceptional (and we travel a lot) - Budi coordinates any chosen activities and the staff, doing so with a very easy going, approachable manner (very good English). The villa staff had three ladies (Surya, Ewik & Kadek) who cooked all our meals as required, using local ingredients. They were all super friendly, understood our requests and cooked some great local dishes. Not to mention they also quietly kept the villa looking immaculate. There is also Kormang the gardener who daily maintains the pool and spacious garden area. This villa stay would certainly rank up there as the best we have had in Bali, across decades of travel there. We loved it so much this time that on the last day, we rebooked Villa Yudhistira for two weeks in October 2024. This is more than a villa stay - it can be described as a villa stay with local "family", genuinely ensuring that the guests have the optimal Bali experience.

The property is beautifully presented from the front door right through to the beach. Staff were friendly, efficient and so helpful, especially to contact and organise local drivers, restaurants and services. A daily breakfast was prepared and then served on the front patio looking across the pool to the sea.Quite spectacular. I would highly recommend this property. I will definitely be back.

Not only this villa is amazing but so are the staff!! Desi and Cissy thank you for taking care of us , you guys are the best!!!! From the cuisine you prepared , keeping our rooms clean and organized , and keeping up with 7 crazy guests🤣. We like to commend Ketut too for always keeping in touch tending to our requests and Kedak our tour guide. How I wish we could stay longer because we so enjoy the vibe, the villa and Desi and Cisy Thank you sooo much and we hope we can come back sooner.

Great holiday Staff wonderful great food Only downside the villa was a long way from Lovina itself you had to get a driver to go anywhere which quickly became costly

Stayed for 8 nights in late Feb - 4 adults and 2 children. Had a wonderful time is this big Villa that has lots of garden space for children to run and play. Nice relaxing spots for adults to unwind and the most spectacular view of the ocean from the big pool and lovely rice field view from out the front of the Villa. Staff are friendly, helpful and unobtrusive. Wayan is as others have stated a very good cook and we all enjoyed our meals, the children especially enjoyed the spring rolls, chicken dishes and fried rice. This Villa is such excellent value Lovina is a short drive away and many restaurants offer a pick up and drop back service if you want to venture out, Krishna watersports is within walking distance although they also offer free transport and also have 2 restaurants. Fantanstic land is nearby and fun for kids. Pepito Supermarket in Lovina is well stocked with anything you need and Tip Top is good for wine and money exchange. The local shop a few minutes walk up the road sells beer and soft drinks. The staff at the Villa will help you arrange anything you need. Its Bali.... nothing is too hard or too much trouble. We will certainly return.