With hundreds of amazing beaches on the shores of the “Island of the Gods,” thousands more a short boat ride away, lush rolling rice fields and charming Bali villas as picturesque backdrops to charming villages filled with world class restaurants and cafes, record setting Ibiza style beach clubs – it is no wonder that owning a home on this beautiful island is so desirable. But the question of whether to buy an existing property or build a new villa, and what type of property to choose, can seem daunting to first time buyers.

Your Next Home in Bali high variance in building quality on the island, combined with the difficulty of truly assessing an existing house properly – due to shortcut laden builds and layers of paint that hide years of mold – make it almost always best to go with building. Not only will you have the freedom to create something based on your own specifications, it will often be far superior to anything you could buy or build back home, for a fraction of the cost.

High-End Villas for Sale in Bali: Luxury Awaits

As with all foreign property purchases, the process is different than in your home country, but for most first time buyers, it’s not nearly as complicated as it sounds. Bali has a large expat and international community, most of whom speak English, and it’s relatively easy to find trustworthy English speaking realtors, builders, notaries, and lawyers who can help guide you through the process from start to finish.