Wow. Just wow. We don't know where to start. My husband and I are on a 6-month extended honeymoon, and decided to cool our heels in Bali for one month. Site unseen, we booked the Lafyu Bali House for the whole month because we wanted to be away from the hustle and bustle, and we couldn't have asked for a more amazing experience. Before we even arrived, the hosts, Olaf and Dayu, helped negotiate an amazing rental car deal. And when we finally arrived, the design of the house was impeccable. The owner, Dayu, is a graphic artist and has worked with architects for years, and you can tell. She put so much attention into every detail, from the porch to the bedrooms to the outdoor shower (with hot water) to the gazebo by the pool. Each morning, a new and distinct breakfast was prepared by Dayu and her staff, Kadek. The neighborhood is full of amazing people, so welcoming to guests. The house is close to the Shanti Hotel (great for massages and dinners), the Hidden Valley Club (great for picnics with locals) and the Aling Aling Waterfalls (you can actually slide down the waterfall!), and only a 20 minute drive to Lovina beach. But so much more important, the family who you will live with is so kind, sweet and welcoming. They invited us to a birthday party, taught us about their culture and religion, invited us to pray in their family temple, drove us on motorbike to their favorite farmer's market. This is the most amazing experience we've ever had, and we look forward to coming back year after year. We've made lifelong friends here, and you'd make a mistake if you didn't spend time in this special pocket of the world.