Mas, Ubud: Area Guide for Long-Term Living
Mas is one of Ubud’s greenest, fastest-growing residential pockets—craft-village roots, rice-field edges, and strong supply of 2–4 bedroom villas. Popular with families and couples with children; calmer than the café hills but still practical.
Mas is known for wood carving and workshops, but for long-term renters it is increasingly a green, developing residential corridor south-east of central Ubud. Many people describe it as one of the greenest pockets in Ubud that is still actively building—new villas, wider plots, and rice-field edges rather than lane-on-lane density. 2–3–4 bedroom villas are what the market optimizes for here, and supply keeps growing.
Atmosphere and daily rhythm
Mas feels like village life with momentum: craft showrooms on the main road, quieter residential lanes behind, and steady new construction aimed at families who want gardens and multiple bedrooms. It is less “scene” than Penestanan and more everyday-livable. Nearby Pejeng is also green and spacious, but Mas often wins on family logistics (school runs toward Peliatan/Lodtunduh) and the volume of newer family-sized villas.
Noise, ceremonies, and construction
Often more residential and less scene-heavy than central hills, but roosters, ceremonies, and construction still exist. Calm usually comes from layout and distance from busy roads—not from the area name alone.
Roads and access
Scooter logic is standard. Some lanes are pleasant for short walks, but groceries and evenings out usually mean a ride. Check access roads in rainy season.
Internet and remote work
Fine for remote work if the villa is set up for it—test speed, enclosed living, and backup power. Mas is not about café coworking density; it is about a good home base.
Rental prices and value
Mas is especially competitive for 2–4 bedroom villas with pools and gardens—the layouts families actually want. Prices still depend on finish, outlook, and road access; premium design costs more everywhere. Compare monthly vs yearly on Mas rental villas and filter by bedroom count.
Pros
Among the greenest, most actively developing residential areas in Ubud
Strong supply of 2–3–4 bedroom long-term villas (new builds continue)
Popular with families and couples with children
Schools and kindergartens within practical scooter range
Craft-village culture plus rice-field outlooks; calmer than café hills
Cons
Active development—check neighboring plots for future construction
Not a walk-to-every-café neighborhood
Internet and comfort depend heavily on the specific villa
Some lanes are dark or slippery at night
Who Mas is best for
Families and couples with children who want space, gardens, and calmer roads
Renters looking for 2–3–4 bedroom villas (the most common Mas inventory)
People comparing Mas vs Pejeng who want greener living with stronger villa supply and school access
Remote workers who want a green home base over social density
Long-stay renters prioritizing villa size and value balance
FAQ
Is Mas good for families with children?
Often yes—Mas is one of the greener, faster-growing family pockets in Ubud, with many 2–4 bedroom villas. Kindergartens and schools within a practical scooter ride include Waldorf Bali Madu (Mas/Sayan area), Empathy School (Peliatan), and Bali Hati International School (Lodtunduh). Pejeng is also green and spacious, but Mas usually feels more practical for daily family logistics and newer villa supply.
Is Mas good for long-term villa rental in Ubud?
Yes, especially if you want greenery, multiple bedrooms, and village pace more than walk-to-every-café convenience.
Is Mas quiet compared to Penestanan or central Ubud?
Often yes—more residential and less scene-heavy—but verify the exact lane before signing. Development noise can still appear on neighboring land.
What villa sizes are common in Mas?
2–4 bedrooms with pools and gardens are the sweet spot—what families search for and what gets built most actively here.
Do you need a scooter to live in Mas?
For most people, yes—for groceries (e.g. Pepito Market Peliatan), school runs, and evenings out. Some lanes are walkable for short trips only.
Villas for rent in Mas
Browse villas we currently list in Mas—filter by bedrooms, pool, enclosed living, and payment terms on the catalog page.
Yearly rental villas in Mas (where yearly pricing is published)
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