Why Stay in a Private Villa? More Privacy - Choosing to stay in a villa as opposed to a standard hotel room offers a heightened sense of privacy. You are free to come and go as you please without the hassle of worrying if you are disturbing others. There are strictly no time keeping rules and you are able to break convention with a midnight swim or simply choosing to stay up all night to watch the sun rise. More Personalized Service - A dedicated team of villa staff are available to anticipate and take care of all your needs. This one-on-one personalized service is the epitome of luxury and you can choose to have meals prepared by a professional Chef, be chauffeured around in a private vehicle or be indulged with an in-house spa treatment that brings traditional healing and beauty rituals to your villa door. You have the space and opportunity to entertain a small gathering of friends or alternatively hide away from the outside world to unwind and escape the pressures of a busy lifestyle. More Affordable, More Space and Facilities - Villa accommodation is generally a more affordable option in comparison to staying in a hotel room of the same calibre. You also have the added incentive of enjoying facilities such as your own private swimming pool and tropical garden that you don't have to share with others. There is plenty of lounge space to sunbathe unexposed around the pool without having to feel shy or inhibited. Truly Balinese Experience - Staying in a villa as opposed to a hotel is a great chance to experience the community spirit by being encompassed within a traditional Balinese neighborhood. You will gain first hand knowledge about the island's cultural way of life where the passage of time is measured by an endless cycle of ceremonial rites. In a setting removed from hustle and bustle of mainstream tourism, you can enjoy peace and solitude by rediscovering the gift of waking up each day to the sounds of nature. A private villa will afford you quality time out spent with a loved one to relax and recharge. Security - Although a private villa has its own security personnel, every Balinese village and community has its own unique system of protection based on a neighborhood watch practice. Unidentified visitors are immediately recognized as strangers to the area and their actions are closely monitored. This ensures greater peace of mind throughout the entire duration of your stay. You will be accepted as an honoured guest within a close-knit Balinese environment. Why Choose to Engage the Services of a Rental Agent? More Options - The decision to use a rental agent to source a suitable villa in Bali is a matter of personal choice. However, you will find that a reputable agent will have access to an extensive selection of villa rental options in their portfolio. You will benefit from their experience and product knowledge as they are familiar with the villa, its layout, décor, facilities and surrounding environment. This is opposed to dealing with a broker who only has seen photographic images of the property. Objective Opinion - By engaging the services of a rental agent you will receive an objective opinion of the villa and the condition that it is in. Often a Villa Owner or Villa Manager will tend to over exaggerate and gloss over some of the fine details that may affect your stay. The term 'intimate' may translate as a villa that is very small and 'quaint' could mean that the property in need of a long overdue renovation. Impartial Intermediary - Additionally, a rental agent is a trusted third party that is responsible for creating mutually beneficial circumstances for the holiday maker and villa owner. In the event that there is a problem with the villa, the rental agent will act as an impartial intermediary to avoid unwarranted threats and legal disputes. It is in the best interest of the rental agent to find a mutually amicable solution to any problem that may arise. Satisfied travellers will ensure the popularity of a villa that will in turn generate a lucrative profit margin for the owner. Local Assistance - Finally a reputable rental agent based in Bali will provide a wealth of local information. Agency representative are on standby to offer assistance when choosing where to go and what to whilst in Bali. Whether it is recommending a restaurant for a special night out, organizing the delivery of flowers, suggesting a unique spa treatment or just presenting a general overview on Balinese culture, a rental agent is there to ensure that your stay on the island is an enriching experience. How to Choose a Reputable Rental Agent Legally Registered - It is important to choose a legally registered rental agent to ensure that booking a villa in Bali is a hassle free experience. This can be verified by taking a close look at their website credentials as well as contact details in Bali including a permanent address and telephone number. A reputable rental agent should have endorsement from a related business association. Credit Card Payments - Additionally, a bonafide agent will accept credit card payments, which reflects that they are a licensed company with recognition from a bank or other financial institution. If you choose to make payment on your prospective villa rental via bank transfer, make sure that the name of the account corresponds to the company that you are dealing with. If the company and bank account names differ, investigate the reason why before committing to the transfer if details and circumstances appear suspicious. Do not accept an unjustifiable excuse as this indicates an unprofessional approach to business. Pricing - It is cause for concern if a rental agent suddenly offers you a much lower rate for a villa as opposed to other agencies. Reputable rental agents always honour their contract agreements with villa owners and management companies. Slight price variations in prices are common; however, a binding legal agreement regulates fair competitive pricing within the market. Above texts are copyrighted property of BVRA. Unauthorized copy and/or publication is prohibited.