Youbi’s second storey overlooks an enchanting Japanese rooftop garden with white pebbles and potted bonsai shrubs. A separate lounge area with a cane sofa is the perfect spot to laze the afternoon away and catch up on some holiday reading. While a low table setting upon Tatami matting can be used to play card games or serve afternoon tea. The spare bedroom has also been designed as a private adult retreat. An oversized canopied bed made from chunky lengths of polished bamboo is adorned with plump cushions and freshly laundered linen. A discreetly hidden dressing area with ample storage space leads into the en-suite bathroom, which exposes contrasting black and stone work. The garden environment fully embraces the concept of healthy outdoor living with a pool and an Onzen, a hot bath Jacuzzi to nurture the body, mind and spirit. Native flora has been kept to a bare minimum to create a peaceful zenlike ambience. Long strips of bamboo have been used to heighten the outer boundary walls of the villa and enhance overall privacy. Matching sun-loungers are positioned in a far corner beneath the willowy shade of a local evergreen.