The Anandita

Spectacular Villa Anandita rests within a huge coconut grove bordering the postcard-perfect, white-sand Sira Beach on the island of Lombok – Bali’s beautiful, but slightly shy, next-door neighbour. With acres of space and four delightful bedroom pavilions, Villa Anandita is ideal for families or groups of friends looking for a get-away-from-it-all holiday in a gorgeous, tropical island location while being pampered by a dedicated team of experienced staff. Outdoor activities abound, from swimming in the 26m free-form pool to volleyball on the lawn, snorkelling, sea kayaking and bike rides through traditional Villages, to a round of golf on the adjacent and stunningly situated 18-hole championship course. Anandita means bringer of happiness in the ancient Sanskrit language, and happiness is exactly what the European owners hope guests will discover when they stay at their much-loved four-bedroom beachside haven on Lombok’s north-west coast. A series of single-storey living and sleeping pavilions leisurely spread throughout an enormous 1.5 hectares of lush green lawns planted with towering coconut palms make up this delicious tropical retreat. Each of the four ensuite bedrooms is housed in its own private pavilion in the gardens; king-size beds and convertible daybeds making these rooms very family-friendly. Kids (and adults too) will be spoiled for choice when it comes to planning their days: will it be a swim in the spectacular, 26m pool, complete with waterfall and jacuzzi, or beachcombing and kayaking on beautiful Sira beach, or an energetic game of soccer or volleyball in Villa Anandita’s gorgeous gardens? Those seeking more languid pursuits can plug in their iPods and chill out to some favourite tunes, watch a movie on the large-screen satellite-channel TV/DVD player, or socialise over a game of billiards in the living pavilion.