Indonesia Surf Real Estate: Villas, Land & Resorts
The mecca of barrels — Uluwatu, Padang Padang, Mentawais.
Indonesia real estate
Surf villas, land and resorts for sale across Indonesia — the Bukit in Bali, Lombok and Sumbawa, Sumatra's Krui coast, Aceh and the Banyak Islands, and the Mentawai Islands off West Sumatra, reached by fast ferry from Padang.
Foreigners cannot hold freehold (Hak Milik) land in Indonesia, so most surf property is offered as a long-term lease, as a Hak Pakai title, or through a foreign-owned company (PT PMA). Every listing links straight to its owner or agent; ask which title it sits on before anything else.
There are currently 31 listings in Indonesia on International Surf Properties, with homes and land for sale priced from $27,000 to $4,500,000.
Surfers shopping in Indonesia also explore Australia, Fiji and Philippines.
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners buy property in Indonesia?
Not freehold land. The legal routes are a Hak Pakai (right to use) title for a house or apartment in your own name, subject to provincial minimum prices; a notarised long-term lease (Hak Sewa); or a foreign-owned company (PT PMA) holding a right-to-build (HGB) title. Nominee arrangements are void. Check zoning, permits and rental licences before you sign.
Can I buy a house or land in the Mentawai Islands?
Yes, on the same terms as the rest of Indonesia — usually a long lease or a company structure. Mentawai listings are mostly surf camps, resorts and beachfront land near the reef passes, and access is by boat from Padang, so factor logistics, building costs and permits into any offer.
When is the surf season in Indonesia?
The main season runs through the dry months, roughly April to October, when Indian Ocean swell and offshore trade winds line up on Bali's west coast and in the Mentawais.
How much does a house or property in Indonesia cost?
Properties for sale in Indonesia currently listed on International Surf Properties range from $27,000 to $4,500,000, depending on location, size, and how close the property sits to the beach and the nearest break. Lots and land are usually the most affordable way in; beachfront homes and turnkey surf resorts sit at the top of the range.