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Beachfront Retreat with Staff

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ko Samui, Surat Thani
  • Laem Set Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Thong Krut
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Lamai Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Samui Intl. Airport (USM)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beachfront Retreat with Staff

Set in stunning surroundings, on the beach facing the ocean, against a rich background of natural beauty this retreat away from mass tourism, is a few minutes' drive to restaurants, shops, and holiday activities, that Samui is famous for.

Three separate pavilions surround an exotic tropical garden and pool providing abundant space for conviviality as well as privacy, and with stunning views of the sea and natural habitat, making this a holiday home to commune with the natural surrounding & perfect for families with kids or a group of friends.

The Villa has four lovely en-suite bedrooms accommodating eight guests, located in two pavilions either side of the central main living area. Bedrooms are not interconnected, each with a King Sized Teak bed. Comfy mattress and luxurious linens add pleasure to your sleep and relaxation.

Each en-suite bedroom is with its own bathroom that opens out to a private rain-shower room open-to-the-sky, and festooned with ornaments and tropical plants.

The two master bedrooms are housed on one side, and the remaining two opposite, all facing the pool and garden.

Eight adults can be accommodated comfortably, in four separate bedrooms, each with a king sized bed. An additional folding bed may be added in one of the larger bedrooms. One heavy duty baby cot is also available for guest use.

GARDEN COURTYARD
You enter into a beautiful corner garden, where stepping stones lead you, to the center of all activities: an exotic landscaped garden exhibiting the unique splendor of Koh Samui’s colorful flowers, tropical plants and trees and complete with stone water fountain, sun loungers’, and parasols facing the swimming pool, Sala and beach. The beautiful garden blends seamlessly with the pavilion's interiors through large bi-folding glass doors, creating abundant space for you to enjoy tropical island living.

Crowning the garden is the blue-tiled pool with its own separate Jacuzzi Attached to the pool is the Sala furnished with a recliner and comfortable teak seats, a perfect spot for gazing out to the endless horizon and the islands of Koh Tan and Koh Madsum.

Looking out from the Sala to the front lawn is a wicket door leading to a wide flat almost private beach, where sun loungers on the beach invite you to recline and relax, dissociating your senses from the banal aspects of everyday life. Swaying coconut groves and the sea breezes, soon make you wonder what to do or not to do!

CENTRAL PAVILION
The main living room, is the central pavilion, overlooking the garden; affording exquisite views of the pool, Sala and ocean. The open plan design comprises the living room, dining area with large teak table with 8 seats, and a fully fitted western kitchen at the back of the pavilion. The vaulted ceiling, comfortable furnishings, silks accessories and artwork of deep reds and black against a neutral background give this room its rich characteristics befitting of the main room.

SLEEPING PAVILIONS
The four double en-suite bedrooms are located in two pavilions on either side of the central pavilion. All bedrooms are air conditioned, have ceiling fans, dressing tables, wardrobe/closet, safes, and hairdryers. Each features a king sized teak bed, dressed in luxurious white bed linen, and accessorized with beautiful colored silk scatters and runners accentuating each room’s individual color theme.

Bathrooms, are provided with soft towels and toiletries and open out to enclosed private rain shower rooms, that are open-to-the-sky, and decorated with tropical plants and ornaments.

FAMILY ROOM
Attached to one of the sleeping pavilions is a bright, cheerful second lounge with comfortable couches and colorful artworks, a 60” inch LED flat screen TV with cable satellite channels,. Long bi-folding glass doors open out and overlook the garden, beach and ocean.

Our villa is located on the beach in a secluded, almost private bay, the ocean water is shallow throughout the year. In the cooler season, water comes to the edge of the wide flat beach, at the front of the villa,. Tidal changes in summer, retreats the shallow shoreline back from the beach revealing expansive sandy beach perfect for exploring the beautiful surroundings around the bay.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE::

Guests will have the full use and access to the entire villa, and enjoy 1200 sqm meters of luxurious indoor & outdoor living areas with elements of plants, flowers, natural materials, water and open spaces. The resulting affect conveys aesthetic harmony against a rich background of peaceful natural beauty. The villa features air-conditions, ceiling fans and high speed WI-FI though out the property and the grounds.

The villa manager will pamper you with the famous Thai hospitality, arrange for daily housekeeping, assist with your needs, and readily make arrangements for, Airport pick ups and drop offs, Pre-Arrival groceries' service, Chef service , Laundry service, massages, car/bike rentals, tours etc.

Your holiday package includes:
Daily housekeeping
One Baby cot & chair provided free of charge
Toiletries, shampoo
Bed Linen and Bath Towels changed every four days. Pool towels are replenished as deemed necessary
Smart TV with IPTV service with over 300 HD channels
Wi-Fi with high-speed internet
Hairdryers in all rooms
Safety deposit box in all rooms


AT ADDITIONAL COST:
Breakfast prepared by staff – Food cost on Guest account
Airport Transfer 1000 THB each way
Baby sitting
In-villa spa treatment with extended menu
Pre-arrival provision service
Car Rentals
Chef Service

Property manager

Zu Saif

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Responsibility of parents
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Events

No events allowed
Only by prior approval with management
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only Allowed out in the garden
ONLY BOOKED GUESTS ALLOWED AT VILLA
Please note that breakfast may be prepared by staff – cost of groceries on Guest account
Strictly no smoking in the rooms but allowed in the garden only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Only by prior approval with management
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 0845547007130

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Koh Samui

Located in Koh Samui, this villa is on the beach. Nathon Pier and Bangrak Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Tarnim Magic Garden and Paradise Park Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Ko Samui, Surat Thani

What's nearby

  • Laem Set Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Thong Krut - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hua Thanon Beach - 9 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks - 14 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lamai Beach - 14 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Samui Intl. Airport (USM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Toh Chuan Chim - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪คาเฟ่เคโอบี Homegrown X Café K.O.B - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪RADA Coffee house - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nueng Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe' Amazon - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront Retreat with Staff have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beachfront Retreat with Staff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Retreat with Staff?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Retreat with Staff?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Retreat with Staff located?

Nestled on the beach, this Koh Samui villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Laem Set Beach, Thong Krut and Laem Sor Beach. Hua Thanon Beach and Samui Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

C. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
We had a great time in the villa. Everything was perfect .
Stayed 41 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Riley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to unwind
A beautiful property perfect for our family to get together. The pool is amazing, staff are friendly and accommodating, and the place is very comfortable. If you are looking for a place that is a bit off the beaten track, this is the place. Most activities will pick up from accommodation,so if you don’t want to drive you don’t have to. However no shops or restaurants are within walking distance, so you may want a car for that. Loved staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding and Excellent Holiday
From the moment we arrived to the time we left we were treated so well. We were a group of 6 and the villa was accommodating in every way . The Staff were outstanding, friendly and their cooking was superb. Breaky was excellent and abundant. We had the villa taxi which looked after us with all our needs. The pool was superb and the beach near the back gate was an added bonus to sit and relax. Thank you so much 🙋‍♀️🍹💐
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marisa K.

Absolutly awesome!
We had a very great time in Baan Tawan Chai Villa. Positive Points: - the rooms were perfectly clean - the staff was better than in most 5 * Hotels - the area was beautiful - cool dog Negative Points: - beach (next to ocean) is dirty and rocky (when tide). "private" area is kept clean by staff - location is not ideal. relatively far to lamai (15 minutes) and chaweng (30 minutes) - had to pay extra for electicity, when we checked out, even we didn't use it extraordinary But I have to say the negative points were very small, they didn't bother too much
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Break
We stayed in this beautiful villa for nearly 2 weeks in July 2023. The villa itself was amazing, well laid out and kept spotless with the daily housekeeper and regular pool maintenance. The pool was a perfect heat and a great size. The location on the beach is amazing, it was lovely to sit and watch the sea, although the tide often didn't come in until late afternoon, so as other people have commented, it is not really suitable for swimming, also there was quite a lot of glass along the beach so you really need to wear something on your feet. Whilst we could just about walk along the beach/ through some shallow water (dependent on the tide) to the local reggae bar (which was really lovely) you would really need to hire a car or use local taxis as the location is quite remote. We used the 'grab' app for both taxis and food delivery which was a brilliant service. The island is about 35 mins from north to south so you could probably get to see all the tourist spots in one day. Kasia the Villa Manager was so helpful in making local recommendations and general advice about the local area and was extremely responsive and on hand when we needed her for anything. Thank you Zu, Kasia and team for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shouvik P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing villa with spectacular view and quiet location
Our stay at Baan Tawan Chai was truly special. We were there for 5 days with our family (of four) visiting from the US. The property was beautiful, tasteful and stylish, immaculately clean, luxurious and at the same time homey and comfortable. The location felt secluded but was minutes away from shops and restaurants. We had spectacular views and being on the water we took gorgeous walks on the beach. As the listing states, the beach itself is not ideal for swimming but there are some amazing beaches close by that were easy accessible. Each bedroom was private and cozy, (each with its own indoor and outdoor shower). The open layout, with the central pool and inviting kitchen and living areas, naturally brought everyone together. Hawa, the property manager, is exceptional. She immediately made us all feel at home. She gave us perfectly spot-on recommendations for local beaches, attractions, restaurants, and nightlife. She was so helpful and flexible in helping us to make plans. She also offered to arrange dinners and fun nights at home, which we didn’t have the chance to take her up on. Also, prior to arriving, the property owner Zu was extremely helpful with answering all our questions and even helped us plan some of our itinerary for places to visit (such as the elephant sanctuary) for our trip. Went far above and beyond what we have seen or experienced before at other properties. I have stayed in 5 other properties on Koh Samui during prior trips and this one is by far my favorite! Looking forward to staying here again on our next trip back. Thank you BTC for an amazing experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lonni S., Victoria BC (Canada)

Our favorite spot in Thailand!
We were a group of 4 couples in our late 50's who spent a total of 3 weeks in Thailand - this was our favorite spot! Zu was very helpful right from our first contact, even going so far as to call a few weeks in advance to ask about things we wanted to do and what was important to us about our stay so that she could recommend activities or locations we might want to visit. She even went so far as to offer to research the availability of special food for my husband. Jai and Dhoy were amazing!! They were both so sweet and went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. We decided to hire them to cook dinner for us as well - the food was delicious, as good as we had anywhere else in Thailand. They also did grocery shopping for us, provided directions to a tour company that was picking us up for a day on the water and drove us to a silver shop so we could do some shopping. They even arranged for us to have massages at the house which was a great luxury. The house was beautiful. The grounds are colorful and very lush. We had been at a VRBO in Phuket before coming to Koh Samui. That house was very large and grand. Our group agreed that we enjoyed this home more because it had a much more intimate feel, everyone was closer together and it was more focused on outdoor living. The beds were comfortable (VERY important to me) and the outdoor showers were great - so nice to look up at the blue sky and palm trees. The beach is great for walking and watching the fishermen. Overall, I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed our 5 nights at this house. If we were to return to Thailand, we would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Lulu F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on earth
We stayed at Baan Tawan Chai for a month for my 60th birthday. We had some time on our own and then the children and other halves. Then a second batch of visitors which were friends. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. I was emotional when I arrived, couldn’t believe how lucky I was to be living there for a month. Then when I left, I sobbed!!! It really was perfect in every way. The Manager was top rate and organised stuff for us (car, taxis, chef, in fact anything she can arrange). She gave me a wonderful surprise on my actual birthday too! If there was a problem, it was sorted within minutes! Nothing was too much trouble. Thu Thu the chef is a must. She is an extra cost but well worth it. Just delicious, everything. The beach even though only at high tide was sort of swimable, didn’t matter at all. We kayaked. And we walked in it either at high tide or low tide. I surprised myself by realising I loved the beach because it was ever changing. It was quiet too! We made good use of the beach bar which was a 15 minute walk away. Excellent Pina Coladas! Lovely sundown rock to watch the sun go down. The Buddha on the beach is an hours walk so a lift back is needed due to the limited time being able to walk in the heat. And you definitely need a car. Although Mr Jo and his taxi service were brilliant when needed. Can’t recommend this place more highly, we and all our guests had the best time, and will never forget our time there.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reiner L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Osterurlaub 2024
Wir waren bereits häufiger auf Koh Samui und haben uns bewusst für eine Strandvilla in ruhiger Lage entschieden. Die Villa entsprach genau unseren Vorstellungen und Wünschen. Aufgrund der Anordnung der Zimmer / Schlafzimmer bietet sie Familien mit heranwachsenden Kindern oder auch mehreren Paaren optimale Rückzugsmöglichkeiten und Privatsphäre. Ja, das Meer vor dem Haus eignet sich nicht zum Schwimmen, aber der Stand ist sauber und lädt zum Sonnenbaden und ausgedehnten Spaziergängen am Strand und im Wasser ein. Natürlich benötigt man ein Auto, um die Insel zu erkunden, aber in maximal 30 Minuten kann man sämtliche Ecken der Insel erreichen. Demnach kann man auch in wenigen Minuten einen der vielen Strände zum Schwimmen besuchen. Das Personal, und hier muss man auf jeden Fall Supattra nennen, ist hier besonders zu erwähnen. Bereits beim Frühstück bleiben keine Wünsche offen, und im Tagesverlauf wird man ständig mit neuen Getränken oder Köstlichkeiten überrascht. Selbst wenn man ein erfahrener Koh Samui-Urlauber ist, kann Supattra immer noch mit zusätzlichen Tipps oder Arrangements zum Gelingen der geplanten Tagesaktivitäten beitragen. Auch das Rest des Teams trägt maßgeblich zu einem erhöhten Wohlfühlfaktor bei. Insgesamt ist das Team unauffällig, unaufdringlich aber immer präsent, super freundlich und absolut professionell. Besonders zu empfehlen ist ein gemeinsamer thailändischer Kochabend :-). Auf jeden Fall würde ich dieses Objekt immer wieder selbst buchen!! DANKE!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verena R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein kleines Paradies
Der Empfang von der Managerin war sehr freundlich und sie hat dafür gesorgt,dass am nächsten Tag 2Roller zur Verfügung standen . Das Anwesen ist wunderschön,sehr gepflegt und sehr sauber ,auch in den Villen war es sehr sauber und die Betten bequem. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig,was ich sehr genossen habe. Meine Kinder wären lieber näher am Geschehen gewesen,sie waren aber sehr viel mit dem Roller unterwegs. Ich war leider 3Tage krank ,konnte aber die restlichen Tage sehr genießen.Ich liebte es in der Frühe in dem schönen sauberen Pool zu schwimmen und anschließend auf der Liege auf das Meer zu schauen und die Tiere zu beobachten.Ich habe diese Ruhe und die Strandspaziergänge sehr genossen. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und diskret. Wir waren traurig als wir wieder gehen mussten .Vielen Dank für die Gastfreundschaft Einen Minuspunkt für das Frühstück das nicht inklusive war . Liebe Grüße Verena
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in tranquil setting
This is a beautiful home in a quiet part of the island, just what we wanted.

10/10 Excellent

Christoph W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Himmel auf Erde
Es war alles einfach perfekt. Das Haus, die Umgebung, die Mitarbeiter, der Koch der jeden Abend ein sagenhaftes Essen vorbereitet.Das Haus ist perfekt für 8 Personen. Wir bedanken uns nochmals für die Gastfreundschaft

10/10 Excellent

Radek S., Brno, Czech Republic

Quiet & relaxing place at Koh Samui
Our first experience in Thailand (2 families with kids 4-10 years), one week stay in July. Overall experience was above expectations: perfect service, excellent cooking & quality of food, place is spotless and very well maintained. Toy and Jay were very helpful & supportive. Be aware that beach is not for swimming (at last during summer) therefore car for visiting places aroung island is a must. Rental car arranged by staff delivered to place and without any issues, as well as other agreěentd during our stay. We can highly recommend this place and we would be back next time when at Koh Samui.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Laurent P.

A real good time
There would be so many good things to say about this villa, which I will summarize. The view : wonderful The pool : very pleasant The staff : amazing et so helpful The rooms : as a 4 star hotel The Food/the cooker : delicious The owner : always very nice and caring The beach : cleaned every day, thanks god ! The only problem is that in our period there is no more than 40 inches of water over 1 miles away. Forget about swimming in the sea, but you can take a Kayak an enjoy it further. The Kayak : at your disposal, you can enjoy the mangroves around, so quiet and nice. We had a great time. Thanks.

About the host

Hosted by Zu Saif

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I have been fortunate to have lived in many parts of the world and cherish beautiful memories of friends in different countries. I love communicating, building friendships and sharing joyful experiences with people of the world.

Koh Samui is a fascinating holiday destination, and over the years, Baan Tawan Chai set amidst tranquil surroundings, has given many of our guests so much joy, a beautiful retreat to escape to, relax in, connect with nature and spend their holidays in Samui.

I hope you will come to enjoy an amazing villa experience and relaxing holiday on this truly beautiful and friendly coconut island

Why they chose this property

Set on the beach facing the ocean and in stunning surroundings, this retreat is the perfect getaway for families or a group of friends.
Nestled amidst lush greenery away from the crowds and only a few minutes' drive to restaurants, shops, holiday attractions and the buzzing touristic town of Lamai,

Baan Tawan Chai epitomizes the philosophy of living in harmony with your natural surroundings, with all the amenities needed for a comfortable memorable stay

It is easier to implement the new standards of Cleanliness, Hygiene & Social distancing at Holiday Villas

What makes this property unique

For lovers’ of nature, Laem Set in the southern part of the island is the draw card, for it's here that you can still enjoy the original beauty of this paradise island before the magic disappears forever.

Guests will have the full use and access to the entire villa, which features air-conditions, ceiling fans and high speed WI-FI though out the property and the grounds.

The villa's design is inspired by the Balinese architectural philosophy with it's distinct flair of creating calm and relaxing atmospheres, in harmony with the elements, connecting you with the natural surroundings to unwind, and truly enjoy mother nature.

WELLNESS SANCTUARIES
We are within a 10 minute drive to both Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary for massages, spa treatments and detox programs and Samahita Retreat for Yoga Classes and programs.


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