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A Historic and Artistic Eco Resort in Balinese Bridal Houses

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On the Indonesian island of Bali, the eco resort town of Ubud is an arts and cultural center.

John and Cynthia Hardy have created there a sweet and simple getaway with all the artistic charm and history of Indonesia.

They located eleven antique bridal houses from Java and transported each to Bali to create a unique eco resort, the Bambu Indah.

Each of the Javanese teak wood houses on the property originally served as a bridal house for a Javanese nobleman.

Some of them have the luxurious comfort of a boutique hotel.

The Udang House offers a unique view of fish beneath the ‘floor.’

Bambu Indah combines traditional Balinese architecture with an eco flair.

Some are quite polished and sophisticated, with fine Indonesian antiques.

In one, a rustic outdoor shower over a scattering of stone encourages communing with nature.

In another, an outdoor wash room leads to a small bamboo ladder up to sleeping quarters.

Each bridal house puts the visitor in close contact with nature.

But all pay homage to a distinctive rustic Javanese style.