We knew we had a winner when we saw the site for Villa Cocoa Maya. We undoubtedly have the best position in Candidasa - any closer to the sea and you'll fall in! The villa is one of the few in Candidasa that has a beach - and with white sand - and is just a five-minute walk to the restaurants and shops. We're also really fortunate to have a large double stand which is extremely unusual along the Candidasa coast - most hotels are built on the same size plot as the villa! All this with amazing snorkeling directly in front of the villa - we couldn't resist!

Candidasa, just 90 minutes from the airport, is a quiet fishing village that provides a perfect base to enjoy all the sights, and experience all the activities, that eastern Bali has to offer. It is often referred to as the Bali of old as it still represents all that is authentic and beautiful about the island. A world away from the commercialism of southern Bali, eastern Bali is all about beautiful rice terraces, volcano views, indigenous forests, stunning beaches and a warm ocean. Candidasa and eastern Bali have something for everyone (except the party animal!) from Balinese culture and adventure, to historically rich sights, and interesting activities.