Tucked along a quiet lane yet surrounded by Seminyak’s buzz, this hidden oasis radiates character and captures the essence of Bali’s beauty in every detail. Melbourne-born, Singapore-based interior designer Faith Town poured her heart into this project, creating not just another holiday villa but a home that glows with the spirit of Bali while offering the kind of polish only a designer’s eye can bring.

Faith has always loved the island’s energy, the lush tropical gardens, the easy rhythm of outdoor living, and ‘Sweet Surrender’ became her way of distilling all of that into a luxurious tropical escape that she says is “Bali with a little big of Gilligan’s Island luxe”. Almost everything was sourced or crafted locally, with the majority of pieces designed by Faith herself to give the spaces a personal, bespoke feel.  Running quietly through the design is a palm tree theme, not in a kitsch or overdone way, but as a subtle signature with a colour palette that has been pulled straight from nature.  Palms appear in gorgeous brass door handles, in side tables, in the custom wallpapers that wrap the rooms, and in the lighting itself, glowing lanterns and floor lamps designed by Faith which are sculptural features throughout the villa. It’s a theme that feels playful and elegant at once, anchoring the villa firmly in its tropical setting without ever tipping into excess.

 

 

The layout is crafted for comfort, where the rhythm of the home encourages you to unwind the moment you step inside, designed in a U shape around lush tropical gardens and a pool which feel like part of the interior spaces – exactly the way Bali homes are meant to feel.  At the centre is an open living pavilion that contains a beautifully appointed western style kitchen with high end appliances and a large oversized breakfast bench. Custom made sofas – again designed personally by Faith and occasional chairs, have been beautifully crafted with high quality imported fabrics, adding to the feeling of luxury and refinement within the space. Bamboo wainscotting lines the room in warm texture complemented by a gorgeous selection of tropical inspired objet d’art  – it’s these touches that give ‘Sweet Surrender’ its soul.

 

 

The villa has four bedrooms, each with its own personality but all tied together through colour and texture. The stunning master suite, is a sanctuary in itself with an enormous ensuite with freestanding bath, leading to an outdoor shower, and generous dressing area. With marble basins and exquisite details this is superior to what you would find in many of the world’s most exclusive resorts.

 

 

There are two additional king-sized rooms, with their own ensuites, dressed in a palette of greens, mustard tones, and soft pinks against natural timbers and rattan. Bespoke wallpaper continues the palm theme throughout, adding cohesiveness to each of the bedrooms.

 

 

Climb upstairs and you’ll find a glass-walled retreat that overlooks the pool and garden. Designed with teenagers in mind it has four queen sized bunk beds that have been custom designed to accommodate larger groups but without losing the luxury design edge. This space also leads to a gorgeous rooftop garden which can also be accessed from the pool via a spiral staircase. There is also a sumptuous enclosed TV room for unwinding in front of Netflix after a day in the sun.

 

 

If you’re used to the service of  5 star hotels, Sweet Surrender takes this to the next level. The friendly staff are always close by, ready to step in when you need them or disappear into their own secluded space when you’d prefer complete privacy. It’s all part of the easy luxury here, where even the smallest details have been thought of, from quality linens and amenities to the property wide water filtration system.

What makes this villa really special though is the way everything feels considered but never contrived. It’s refined, but not fussy. Luxurious, but still relaxed. Every element has been carefully chosen to add texture and warmth, creating spaces that are as welcoming and comfortable as they are beautiful. This is a skill that cannot be learnt but demonstrates a natural eye for design and detail. Faith has managed to bottle the essence of Bali in Sweet Surrender while giving it her own signature, and beautifully balancing comfort with refined sophistication. This villa really is a jewel box – brimming with detail, atmosphere, and style.

 

 

For anyone wanting to experience Seminyak in a luxurious space that really feels makes you feel like you’re on holiday, not just at home, the stunning Sweet Surrender offers just that.

To book your next luxury escape at Sweet Surrender go to  sweetsurrenderbalivilla