The Bale at Villa M Bali

In the garden of Bali Villa M, is a Balinese bale. This open-air pavilion on its elevated platform is situated poolside, adjacent to the rice fields. Sheltered by a roof and supported by pillars, the bale is an enchanting, lazy, breezy gazebo where you might chill out with a book. There are many different types of bale in Bali, and each fulfils a specific function in Balinese Hindu society. For example, the bale Bali is a ceremonial pavilion, the bale banjar is a communal meeting place, and the bale kul kul is a drum tower.

The bale in the garden at Villa M in Bali is a bale bengong. The Balinese word ‘bengong’ means ‘lost thought’, and ‘bale’ means an abode, so a bale bengong is literally a ‘contemplation house’, designed for reflection, dreaming and gazing. For the Balinese it might be a roadside snoozing platform or a watch tower. It is the perfect place to enjoy a massage, or it can be a quiet spot to escape and practice yoga, or sleep in the fresh air. Furnished with cushions it is somewhere to hang out with a friend, to talk and eat together, or sip a cocktail at sunset.

Enjoy relaxing in the bale bengong at Bali private luxury Villa M.