Elang Private Residence at Bawah Reserve: The Ultimate Address in Private-Island Luxury

Originally conceived as a private holiday home, Elang now stands as the crown jewel of Bawah Reserve’s six-island archipelago. Guests arrive by boat to find a serene oasis where every detail is tailored to privacy and comfort. The Longhouse, spanning 254 square meters, features two sumptuous king-bed suites, each with its own rain-shower and twin-sink en-suite, and one offering a bathtub, a central living and dining salon, and a covered balcony that frames partial ocean views. Five additional one-bedroom lodges, each 136 square meters of open-plan luxury, boast king-size canopy beds, guest bathrooms with rain showers, and full-width balconies, three of which include outdoor bathtubs. Elang Private Residence can host up to 19 people, making it an ideal place for a family vacation or a friend’s retreat.

Wellbeing lies at the heart of the Elang experience. Perched on a cliff’s edge in a restored Joglo, a traditional Javanese house with a mountain-shaped roof, the Kayu Spa & Wellbeing honors the surrounding native woods through signature treatments and is available only to Elang guests. Each stay includes a daily ritual, whether you choose guided meditation before a soothing massage, an invigorating body scrub followed by a restorative wrap, or a superfood facial while gazing out over the ocean from the Kayu Balé.

Culinary exploration is a bespoke affair. Elang’s chefs craft menus around the four elements including meats smoked over island woods, vegetables from permaculture gardens, clay-plancha preparations, and botanical infusions in hand-mixed cocktails. Guests may dine beneath vaulted rafters at The Club House’s long oak table, sip sunset cocktails in the panoramic Owner’s Lounge above, or enjoy authentic local cuisine and chilled music at The Beach House, nestled on a private sandbank. For the ultimate immersion, private-in-lodge meals and destination-dining pop-ups around the Bawah Reserve are crafted to surprise and delight.

Adventure and relaxation intertwine seamlessly. Days begin with movement classes on the activities lawn, then unfold over snorkeling excursions among vibrant reefs, catamaran sails across the lagoon, or guided hikes through forest trails on the main island of Bawah Reserve. After a plunge in the infinity pool, complete with a waterslide and sun lounge deck, starlight cinema nights and weekly beach barbecues set the stage for unforgettable evenings. Conservation-minded experiences, such as marine-biology briefings and beach clean-ups, let guests engage directly with the natural world that surrounds them.

Bawah Reserve is an exclusive resort located in Indonesia’s Anambas Archipelago, spread across six pristine islands within a protected marine conservation area. Since its opening in 2018, the resort has been a pioneer in sustainable hospitality, guided by an Earth-first philosophy that blends authentic luxury, exceptional service, and deep respect for nature. The resort features 36 elegant accommodations crafted from natural materials, along with the ultra-private Elang Private Residence – an exclusive island escape with six villas, a personal butler, and its own wellness center. Guests can explore three crystal-clear lagoons, 13 white-sand beaches, and an array of curated experiences, from diving and paddleboarding to yoga and rejuvenation at Aura Spa. Culinary offerings span four restaurants and bars, from treetop fine dining to beachfront barbecues under the stars.