The charming Baan Tawan Chai truly represents the peaceful lifestyle of living on a tropical island. Being situated alone and on an excellent flat and wide beach this property leads you to believe that you could be the only people on the island!
A sliding gateway opens into a small corner landscaped garden and driveway. Stepping stones and a few small steps lead you up to where the property opens out and reveals its beautiful and private central courtyard with swimming pool and sala.
Three separate pavilions make up the property and each looks out onto the central area and across the gardens to the beach and the ocean beyond.
The first pavilion sits at the rear of the property facing through the grounds to the beach and houses a very comfortable open-plan lounge, dining area and kitchen. Furnished with a mixture of natural material such as water-hyacinth, teak and colourful soft furnishings this room has a very homely feeling aided by the vaulted wooden beamed ceiling. Individual pieces of furniture add character, such as the hand-carved teak coffee table depicting a Thai jungle scene complete with elephants.
The fully fitted western kitchen occupies an alcove at the rear of the room and the dark wood units and chrome appliances make this a stylish and well equipped kitchen.
Directly in front of this pavilion is an exquisitely manicured grassed area with decked areas for sun beds and ornate wooden lamps and ornaments.
To the right there’s an outdoor dining area and a planted area with a stone statue water feature. This links to an exceptionally well fitted outdoor kitchen and bar. This modern outdoor kitchen is similar in design to the indoor kitchen and is complemented by a reclaimed teak wagon-wheel fashioned into a bar. There’s a further lawn area, a reclaimed teak swing bench and another outdoor dining area.
In front of this is the second pavilion that houses two double, en-suite bedrooms and a further lounge area. The first double bedroom looks onto the pool and is nicely furnished and accessorised. The en-suite bathroom has both an indoor and an outdoor shower area.
The second double bedroom is a copy of the first and again it has been dressed exquisitely with colourful silks and artworks. At the front of the pavilion is a living area with comfortable sofas and seats, a large flat screen TV and incredible views over the garden, the beach and the sea. There’s a terrace at the front that also has seats from where you can relax and enjoy the peace of the location.
The blue-tiled pool sits in the centre of the courtyard and has a separate Jacuzzi. The pool also wraps around an exceptional tile-roofed sala feature which has stylish teak armchairs and a more contemporary, yet comfortable, chez-lounge.
Walking along the edge of the pool terrace brings you to the final pavilion. In here is the stunning master suite. A terrace at the front affords the views across the garden and the beach, and inside there’s a large bed dressed with Thai silks, a seating area with a coffee table and another chez-lounge. Modern Thai artwork adorns the wall above the bed and adds to the overall elegance of the room. In the large en-suite bathroom there’s an indoor and outdoor shower as well as a luxurious outdoor bathtub.
Set behind the master suite is a further well furnished and attractive double bedroom with en-suite bathroom which also features an indoor and outdoor shower. This is a particularly striking room with Thai artwork and silk throws and cushions all following an orange theme. The room is finished off with a sumptuous orange sofa facing out over the garden and pool.
To the front of the property stepping stones lead from the terraces of both the master suite and the living area across the expansive lawn and to the gate that accesses the beach. The whole front garden area is enclosed by natural screening of planted bamboo which provides privacy without affecting the natural beauty of the view. The beach is accessed via a bamboo gate and it is wide and flat. To the left is a peninsula of stunning natural rock formations adding to the privacy of this bay.
This is a well thought out and designed home in an exceptionally private and serene beachfront location. The landscaping with ornaments and tropical planting enhances the overall aesthetics of the property; the furnishings are a mix of natural materials, traditional Thai styling and some contemporary touches which, together with the beamed ceilings, gives the property a charming and comfortable almost country cottage feel. The outdoor kitchen and bar area together with the sala and the sizeable garden make this an ideal property for entertaining and enjoying the outdoor Samui lifestyle.
| Bedrooms/Bathrooms | Air Condition, Baby cot, Bath tub, Day bed, Hairdryer, Non-smoking Rooms, Outdoor shower, Personal safe, Roll away bed, TV w. satellite & DVD, TV with DVD, TV with satellite |
| Dining | Air conditioning, Ceiling Fans, Highchair, Seating for 08 |
| Entertainment | DVD, Plasma TV, Satellite or cable channels, Surround system |
| Communication | FREE WIFI, WIFI broadband in bedroom, WIFI broadband in living, WIFI broadband outside, WIFI broadband throughout |
| Kitchen | Electric stove, Freezer, Fridge, Fully equipped kitchen, Gas stove, Microwave, Oven, Toaster, Washing machine |
| Living Room | Air conditioning, Ceiling Fans, Sofabed |
| Outdoor | BBQ, Beach chairs, Garden, Parking, Sun beds, Terrace |
| Pool | Children Pool, Outdoor pool, Private pool |
| Sport | Pilates/Yoga area |
| Other | Eco Friendly management, Linen provided, Long term renters welcome, Towels provided |
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| On the southern coast of Koh Samui, 35 minutes from the Airport and 15 minutes from the town of Lamai In the Summer low tide season the reef may dry for up to 100m, this opens the beach and reef up to all sorts of other activities such as beach volleyball, football or simply exploring the rock pools and collecting shellfish, a safe and ideal exciting activity for children. |
| Season | Daily Rate | Weekly Rate | Monthly Rate | Minimum Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season | US$ 600 | - | - | 3 nights |
| High Season | US$ 720 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Peak Season | US$ 850 | - | - | 7 nights |
| Rates Include/Exclude, Cancellation Policy and Payment Terms | ||||
| Rates Include * Minimum stay of 3 nights (7 to 10 nights over Christmas and New Year, 5 nights for Chinese New Year, Easter and Songkran) * Rates shown are for a maximum of 8 (eight) Guests (including children). * Baby cot provided free of charge * Rates include daily Continental breakfast * REDUCED OCCUPANCY RATES AVAILABLE Cancellation Policy The following cancellation charges will be applicable depending on when the notification of the cancellation is received in writing: 30 days or more before arrival date: * Deposit forfeited - but credited for 9 month from the date of the cancellation confirmation by the management company. The credit can be used by the client or anyone on their behalf for a reservation for the same villa and during any period. Within 30 days of arrival date: * All rental payments are forfeited. * The above cancellation charges also apply if the management company cancels the booking due to non-payment of the balance. If the dates of the booking require to be changed or amended, this may be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and cancellation charges may apply. * Any change to the original reservation is subject to the approval of the management company. * Early departure penalty will be subject to negotiation with the management company. Shall the party wish to change villa on arrival, a minimum 3 days notice is required or will be charged as a cancellation fee. Any differences in published rates between the villas are also applicable and will be charged to the Guests. Shall the alternative villa be cheaper, no refund will be made. | Rates Exclude * Daily rates are subject to 10% service charge and 7% tax * Airport transfer: US$ 50 (plus tax) per trip for a maximum of 7 passengers in private mini bus or luxury car * Extra bed will be charged at US$50 per night (including breakfast) * Chef service provided upon request and availability with additional charges * For weddings and private parties, surcharge may be applicable depending on number of guests (a maximum number of guests also applies) Payment Terms Deposit Payment * To guarantee this booking in the first instance, you will be required to pay a deposit equivalent to three (3) nights accommodation, excluding service charge and Tax. Balance payment * Full balance is due at least 30 days prior to arrival Last minute reservation * In case of reservation within 30 days of arrival, full payment may be requested at once before the arrival date Kindly inform upon confirmation of your reservation, which form of payment would be preferred. * Payments may be made by Telegraphic Transfer to our company bank account or through an online payment gateway with your credit card (visa or master card). * If payment by credit card is preferred this will incur a 3% admin fee. | |||