Villa Harimau is a beachfront home in Batam, Indonesia, that is for sale for US$3.6 million

Villa Harimau, a private seaside property located in Batam, Indonesia, is available for sale at US$3.6 million, which is roughly $4.95 million. The property is located on a 30,000 sq feet high cliff estate in Bukit Harimau, just 10 minutes away of Batam’s Sekupang Ferry Terminal.

As per Victoria Garrett, head of residential for Knight Frank Asia-Pacific — who is the one marketing the property The person who owns Villa Harimau is a foreign expatriate in Singapore who acquired the property from his father who was a Singapore permanently resident, who constructed the property to serve as a retirement residence. “The owner of the property is planning to move to Singapore in the UK and therefore is looking to dispose of ownership of this property,” she explains.

TMW Maxwell launch price plot ratio to 5.6 and a GFA of 233,987 sq ft, with 20% reserved for commercial use.

This property is completed the year 2017 and includes a two-storey main house, a separate two-storey guesthouse as well as a separate house for staff.

The main residence comprises six bedrooms, of which two are on the first floor, which includes a kids’ room that is equipped with four bunk beds. The first floor is also home to an open-plan living area and a formal dining room that is a fully-equipped kitchen as well as an extra breakfast space. There is a second living space that is large enough to hold furniture and a small dining set , as also the table for pool. A verandah is also available that extends across the whole length of the home.

One of the main attractions in the property is the 30m infinity pool with stunning views of the sea and the Singapore skyline visible in the distance. The property also features a vast outdoor area with a poolside that accommodates daybeds, lounge chairs as well as an outdoor barbecue pit. A gazebo with an outdoor bar is located into the corner.

The next to the main house is the guesthouse that is separate, that has a view of a huge lawn that has been mown. It is equipped with two en-suite bedrooms, situated at the top and bottom floors, respectively and an kitchenette. The upstairs bedroom connects to a large verandah which the present owner has outfitted with various furniture for the outside.

In addition, the staff residence located on the opposite end of the villa comprises three bedrooms. The house is currently used by personnel employed by the owner of the property.

Contemporary Balinese architecture

Villa Harimau was designed by the renowned Balinese designer Popo Danes. He has been working on several of Indonesia’s most luxurious resorts on islands, such as Samsara Resort Ubud, Lelewatu Resort and Natya Resort Ubud. The architect is also the writer of New Regionalism in Bali Architecture.

In the design of Villa Harimau, Danes focused on combining contemporary architecture with Balinese style elements. “I was awed by it’s site and the location of Villa Harimau from the first moment I laid my eyes on it . I was looking to make sure we could enjoy the view with a unique experience. The architecture was created in a chic tropical style that matched the natural surroundings and local landscape,” he says.

In the same way, the furnishings picked as furnishings for the property provide a comfortable style, resort-style. According to Garrett the interior was totally renovated during the last year using the combination of custom-built Balinese furnishings as well as modern design elements. The kitchen was also revamped and modernized. The interior makes utilization of natural materials like teak bathtubs, wood cabinetry and hardwood flooring in bedrooms. Furniture items are mostly in soft neutral shades.

The furnishings of Villa Harimau are offered for sale to any potential buyer of the property subject to additional discussions.

The Ideal Holiday Home

Garrett expects a high level of interest from prospective buyers for example, hospitality companies who might be interested in operating the house as a luxury boutique holiday property. “It could make an amazing guest house, particularly for those in Singapore seeking a luxurious private getaway,” she says, noting that Batam is a mere 45-minute ferry ride to Singapore’s Harbourfront Ferry Terminal. Villa Harimau’s land title, that are currently designated for residential use, could be altered to permit accommodations and villas with the approval of the appropriate authorities.

Garrett expects to see potential buyers, including wealthy individuals who want to buy the property to use it as a private retreat. “The property has ample space which is ideal for a large familyof four,” the agent says and adds that the spacious living spaces, dining areas and the poolside are ideal for hosting guests.

Villa Harimau also serves as an opportunity to invest, Garrett says. With its stunning location with ocean views and stunning architectural design, she believes the new owner to profit from the high demand for rental properties generated by people who are looking to lease a home for their holiday in addition to general capital appreciation. In citing Knight Frank’s Global House Price Index, she explains that Indonesian home prices experienced an rise by 1.7% in 2Q2022, which could further increase as the country’s economy continues to improve following the pandemic. “Villa Harimau enables buyers to enjoy both beautiful surroundings as well as tangible financial investments,” she says.