Enjoy sizzling good fun this summer with a private barbecue feast at these amazing villas in Bali.
What’s a summer holiday without a barbecue? Picture this: mouthwatering steak and freshly-caught seafood grilled to perfection, enjoyed by the pool in your own private Bali villa. Sounds tempting right?
Whether you want to do it yourself or prefer a private chef to handle everything, we’ve rounded up the best villas for al fresco feasting in Bali.
Cloud Nine Ungasan
Where: Ungasan, Uluwatu
What: A 5-bedroom clifftop hideaway for wellness, feasting, and entertainment.
The name promises a state of bliss, and honestly? It delivers. Perched high on Bukit Peninsula’s southernmost cliffs, this brand-new five-bedroom villa is the kind of place where “I’ll just pop out for a bit” becomes “I haven’t left in three days, and I’m thriving.”
Spread across three floors with a glass elevator, Cloud Nine Ungasan is built for groups of up to 10 who want their downtime properly done. Swim laps in the 20m pool, sweat it out in the sauna, brave the ice bath, then float in cloud nine in the massage room.
There’s a gym for those who can never skip a workout, even mid-vacation, plus an open-air yoga deck for stretches, meditation, and the occasional savasana. And when even that feels like too much effort, the top-floor has its own hot tub waiting.
When hunger strikes, your private chef is on standby to fire up the pizza oven or wood-fired BBQ grill. Picture lunches by the pool, sunset feasts, and the kind of grazing afternoons that blur straight into golden hour.
Thinking of hosting a bigger occasion? The villa can host private celebrations for up to 50 guests, so go ahead and put that milestone birthday on the calendar. The rest of the 1,600 sqm property is just as photogenic, with a Ramayana carving nodding to local tradition, a thatched wellness pavilion, an indoor bar, a billiards table, and a projector with a retractable screen for movie nights under the stars.
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Mandala Oasis
Where: Berawa-Canggu
What: A 5-bedroom villa made for pool parties, with easy access to the best of Canggu
This chic designer villa is made for epic pool parties. It has everything you need and could ever want in a party venue: a swim-up bar, cute striped sunbeds, an outdoor cinema, stylish dining areas and of course, a dedicated barbecue zone.
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At Mandala Oasis, you can enlist a private chef to cook and serve up a delectable grilled feast. Want to do it yourself? The villa team can do a grocery run at a small extra cost, so your pantry is well-stocked with your preferred food and drinks for your barbecue party.
Be it by the 26m-long infinity pool, the open-plan living room or the many lounge areas you’ll find in the 1,500 sqm property, there are plenty of pretty corners for you to gather and get that perfect photo op, too!
Manis Estate
Where: Seminyak
What: 2 family-friendly villas in the heart of Seminyak
Get double the fun when planning for a barbecue party in Bali at Manis Estate, which comprises two spacious adjacent villas: the 9-bedroom Villa Anaya Manis and the 4-bedroom Villa Manis Cantik. Collectively, the two properties can house up to 26 guests in a total of 13 bedrooms.
You’re set for a splashing good time at Manis Estate. Enjoy access to three swimming pools when you book this entire estate; Villa Anaya Manis has two! With a spacious pool terrace and a 1,400sqm footprint, Villa Anaya Manis in particular is especially tailored to al fresco celebrations, able to host up to 50 guests.
For those keen on cooking, the fully-equipped kitchens and barbecue grill can be used throughout your stay. An optional extra is to hire a private chef who can help put together delicious meals, be it a Mediterranean-style BBQ feast or a traditional Indonesian spread.
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Pantai Lima Estate
Where: Pererenan-Canggu
What: 3 wedding-ready villas with breathtaking beachfront or ocean-facing views
Trust us, Pantai Lima Estate is the best place for a beach wedding. No need to join the crowds for sunset viewing as you get front row views right from your villa. That means, it’s also a fabulous spot to host a barbecue meal. The entire estate can host between 30 to 100 guests (from seated to standing cocktail-style arrangements), making it perfect for lively BBQ parties.
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The three villas part of the Pantai Lima Estate include Villa Ambra, which is steps away from the sandy stretch and has a beach-facing children’s pool and 20m-long infinity pool. The classic Villa Melissa charms with its stunning architectural symmetry, with T-shaped double infinity pools to the grand walkway with colonnades. Last but not least, Villa Mary enjoys panoramic river, sea and rice field views. This 3,270 sqm accommodation is also the largest villa in the Pantai Lima estate — it comes with two swimming pools: a separate kid-friendly pool and a relaxing sea-facing infinity pool.
Each 5-bedroom villa comes with its own private chef, ready to prepare a decadent meal for your entourage. Wake up to the sound of the waves in the privacy of this beachfront estate — ideal for a milestone celebration or even a simple gathering of your family and friends. Get access to a shared tennis court, as well as myriad entertainment facilities within each villa to be enjoyed before or after the barbecue.
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Villa Kavya
Where: Berawa-Canggu
What: Family friendly villa with a children’s pool, great for events and weddings
Heat up the grill at Villa Kavya, a 4-bedroom pool villa you’ll love to book for a great group getaway. The spacious lawn by the pool is a great foil for a relaxed barbecue meal. The 1,450sqm accommodation is also able to host up to 100 guests for weddings and other special occasions, too.
The well-equipped kitchen lets you play chef for the day — it has gas stoves, an oven, coffeemaker, blender, rice cooker and all the tools you’ll need to prepare a feast. If you want to just sit back and relax, book the optional private chef service who can whip up a meal tailored to your taste and mood.
Post-BBQ, there’s a ton to do. Take a dip in the 17m-long lap pool then a nap at the hammock at the gazebo. Families will love that there’s a children’s pool that’s safe for kids of all ages. When you feel like a wander, you’re just walking distance to Canggu’s popular beach clubs and restaurants.
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Villa Kapungkur
Where: Jimbaran
What: A heritage 5-bedroom villa with a picture-perfect garden
Come home to Villa Kapungkur, an absolutely tranquil villa with a water garden, beautiful landscaping and the most beautiful historic architecture in the Island of the Gods. What’s more, a cosy al fresco area gets prime position next to the 15m private pool. Together, these facilities provide the a picturesque setting you can ever imagine for a beautiful barbecue meal.
The 1,671sqm accommodation is fully-staffed, and comes with an on-request private chef who will prepare culinary indulgences throughout your stay. Host up to 30 guests for a birthday or anniversary celebration with the BBQ feast as one of the highlights of your stay.
Wake up to the sound of water from the garden, after a restful slumber in the five ensuite bedrooms. Indoor entertainment options abound, too: play board games or chill out in the lounge with a movie marathon, whenever you like it.
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