Why I’m Doubling-Down on Bali—And Why You Should Too

Why I’m Doubling-Down on Bali—And Why You Should Too

By Dengiz Kursat, Founder of Avertiss International

The Case for Bali Right Now

Over the past several months I have been deep-diving into market reports, analysing live booking data, and collaborating closely with our on-site partners via virtual tours and drone footage. The conclusion is crystal clear: Bali is morphing from a bucket-list getaway into a blue-chip income play.

• Demand keeps accelerating. International arrivals surpassed pre-pandemic highs this year, and forward bookings into 2026 are already squeezing inventory.
• Land is finite. Zoning restrictions and coastline scarcity create a natural cap on new supply, especially in prime enclaves like Seminyak.
• Daily rates keep climbing. Upscale villas in central locations now command USD 400–500 per night, with minimal seasonality.

Put simply, Bali delivers a rare mix of lifestyle appeal and hard-number performance.

Elle Villas Seminyak: A Live Example

To ground all this in reality, let’s look at Elle Villas Seminyak, a boutique 14-key project we’re launching right now:

Every villa is delivered fully furnished, and an on-site management team handles marketing, housekeeping, and guest services. Their 20 % fee is already baked into the yield projection—so the returns you see are the returns you keep.

Crunching the Numbers

A quick back-of-the-napkin calculation illustrates the strength of the model:

1. Annual Gross Revenue
• USD 464/night × 80 % occupancy × 365 days ≈ USD 135,000
2. Less Management (20 %)
• Net to owner ≈ USD 108,000
3. Cash-on-Cash Return
• On a USD 441 K purchase, that’s 12–14 % after conservative reserves.

And remember: you still own a holiday residence in Bali for personal stays—few investments let you cash dividend cheques and plan sunset surf trips in the same week.

Beyond the Spreadsheet: Life in Seminyak

Seminyak is Bali’s premier lifestyle district:

• Golden-hour surf breaks right outside your door
• Michelin-level dining and legendary beach clubs like KU DE TA
• Denpasar International Airport only 30 minutes away

Elle Villas adds resort-style amenities—spa, coworking lounge, pool deck, and fitness studio—so guests never need to leave. (Spoiler: they will, because Bali.)

Why Act Now

Early off-plan buyers benefit from two compounding advantages:

1. Appreciation during construction. Similar projects have seen 15–20 % uplift by handover.
2. Flexible payment schedule. A 25 % deposit secures your villa; subsequent instalments follow construction milestones—multi-currency friendly.

With just 14 keys on offer, exclusivity is built into the deal.

Next Steps

If you’re searching for double-digit yields wrapped in a lifestyle asset you’ll actually use, let’s talk. Email me at dengiz@dengizkursat.com I’ll forward:

• Detailed floor plans
• Current availability
• The full investment deck with sensitivity scenarios

Secure your slice of Bali’s surging rental market before the next price wave hits.

See you on the island, virtually for now, and in person soon. 

Disclaimer: Investment projections are estimates and not guaranteed. Always seek independent financial advice before committing capital.