LOCAL AREA - the central part of the southern coast of Koh Samui is known as Laem Set, the beach just 400 meters from the villas and Baan Kao. Many people also refer to this area as “The Virgin Coast” because of the absence of high rise buildings and commercial development. The area has one long sweeping, uninterrupted beach for several kilometers ending with the Laem Sor Pagoda and Temple on the southwestern end. There are a few small fishing villages and secluded seafood restaurants located nearby.
This area will continue to keep itʼs natural charm and peaceful ambience because the people coming to this area and owning property have chosen to reject big development and keep an exclusive and natural setting
This area is known for itʼs yoga retreat and the meditative quality, Located very near to this villa is Asiaʼs number 1 award winning health resort Kamalaya. Several other very discrete and small resorts and a number of luxury villas are located along the coast but none of these resemble the major and typical resort areas of the island at Lamai and Chaweng.
This area is located 5 to 10 minutes drive from Lamai Beach, a well developed tourist centre with all the usual resorts, restaurants and entertainment that one would expect.
Koh Samui International Airport (USM) and Chaweng ‒ the commercial centre of the island, are 20 to 30 minutes to the northeast.
There are local shops and markets to cover basic needs and larger supermarkets (e.g. Tesco and Makro) in Lamai (5 to 10 mins) and a large shopping mall (Central Festival) further away in Chaweng (20 mins).
Lamai Night Market
This not to be missed night market is held every Sunday on the Main Street from the bridge to the crossroads in Lamai Beach. Thai goods, clothes, candles, leather goods. On the crossroads turn left or right for Thai street food.
The Thai Experience (restaurant)
The Thai Experience (restaurant), Lamai Beach. A real taste of Samui with a 16-course Thai meal and ‘free flow’ drinks, The Thai Experience take dietary requirements and arrange for your transfer both ways.
Shiva Samui Beach Club
Enjoy entertainment throughout the week at Shiva Samui Beach Club and receive a 20% discount. Beach towels are supplied, canoes/kayaks and henna tattoos are all free of charge. Salsa nights and beach/poolside barbeques go on throughout the week.
Private boat hire
A fantastic way to see the small islands at the southern end of Samui is by way of a private boat hire, just for you and your family or group. The boat captain and his crew will take you fishing, swimming and snorkeling. Transfer both ways included.
The Road Less Travelled
If you like coffee and homemade cakes! The Road Less Travelled is the perfect place to get your fix. It’s in Nathon and a must for all travellers to Samui.
KiteBoarding
A kiteboarder uses the power of the wind with a large kite to be propelled across the water. Learn to KiteBoard in Koh Samui on one of our paradise beaches.
Dinner on the beach at Thong Krut
Romantic sunset dinner on the beach at Thong Krut. Any of the many restaurants will be a good spot for watching a Thailand sunset as the Thai fishing boats chug into harbour.
Anthong national Park
AngThong national marine park is an archipelago in the Gulf of Thailand. The islands are close to each other making a breathtaking sailing and sightseeing. All the islands are of different sizes and shapes.
