If you’ve been lucky enough to visit Phuket, you’ve probably had the chance to witness all the beauty the province has to offer. As the biggest island of Thailand, Phuket sits on the Andaman Sea and is wildly known as a hotspot for tourists who’re craving for an island getaway. It is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Asia and the most stunning luxury beachfront villas, after all!
For those of you who are looking to splurge on a luxurious holiday with your entourage, this post will save you the trouble of hunting for an accommodation that fits all because we have some fine-looking private pads up our sleeves which we can’t wait to share! Think marvellous décors, panoramic sea views, unparallel privacy and ample living space… Oh, just wait ’till you see the insides of these gorgeous vacation rentals.
Go big or go home, right?!
Ananda at Jivana Villas
Ananda at Jivana Villas Phuket
Location: Takua Thung District, Phang Nga
Bedrooms: Seven ensuite bedrooms for 16 people (up to 12 adults and four kids). Each is equipped with an air-conditioner, ceiling fan and sliding glass doors that lead to the expansive garden lawn.
Perfect for: Big families. Like really big families because this villa is part of the Jivana Beach Villas estate together with Villa Shanti and Villa Jia. The three villas can be booked together to create a 19-bedroom home for up to 40 guests!
Best bits: Camouflaged in lush grounds and surrounded by tall coconut palm trees, Villa Ananda sits on the pristine sands of Natai Beach, aka the Hamptons of Southeast Asia. This private family-friendly sanctuary comes with a 25-metre pool (plus a shallow section for children), fully-equipped entertainment room, kid’s bunk-bed room with nanny quarter and a professionally-trained resident chef that’s skilled in various cuisines.
That said, nothing beats the view from the ‘Great Room’—Villa Ananda’s large open-plan indoor living area—that immediately commands the attention of whoever enters. Can you imagine lounging on the comfortable sofas with a book in hand while your kids are off keeping busy with the babysitters? We’re sure you can ?
Rates: From USD1,710++ per night. Drop us an email for enquiries.
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Iniala Beach House
Iniala Beach House (Phuket)
Location: Takua Thung District, Phang Nga
Bedrooms: One- to three-bedroom options available. Sleeps up to six guests depending on the villa type (penthouse or pool suite).
Perfect for: The stylish couple looking to indulge in a full board hospitality experience or small families who want to turn their usual bonding trips up a notch.
Best bits: What sets this luxury beachfront villa apart, besides its space-age design, is that they each come with a full-service team comprising of a personal butler, driver, chef, housekeeper and spa therapist for the duration of your stay. There’s also a dedicated kid’s hotel with free nanny service and a fully-equipped gym that boasts a custom-made Muay Thai boxing ring!
Located on a secluded part of Natai Beach, Iniala is a spectacular private estate that’s also home to Pärla, a new fine dining restaurant that serves up contemporary Nordic and Hebridean cuisine. Fun fact: The Kardashians stayed here in 2014!
Rates: From USD880++ per night. Drop us an email for enquiries.
Read more: Everything You Need to Know About Iniala Beach House in Phuket
Sava – Villa Tievoli
Sava – Villa Tievoli Phuket
Location: Takua Thung District, Phang Nga
Bedrooms: Seven air-conditioned bedrooms across two storeys. Among them are four king-bedded rooms (one of which has an extra single bed), one queen room with an additional single bed, one twin room, and a bunk room designed to house four kids.
Perfect for: Those who’re looking for a place to host a party or an intimate wedding. The villa serves as a picture-perfect event space and can fit up to 80 people seated and 120 standing.
Best bits: Also situated on Natai Beach, Villa Tievoli is one of seven exclusive private villas on the Sava Beach Villas estate. An impressive 25-metre infinity pool that overlooks the ocean and a lavish glass-enclosed dining area that flows directly onto the deck occupies the manicured grounds.
A tropical playground made for the luxe crowd, there’s no shortage of things to do at this modern villa. From an outdoor cocktail bar and lounge area to the in-house spa with sauna, steam room and beauty salon. Guests can choose to spend their days inside enjoying the top-of-the-range entertainment systems (Sony PlayStation included) or out by the beach since there are kayaks and paddleboards available for use as well!
Rates: From USD1,800++ per night. Drop us an email for enquiries.
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Villa Amarapura
Villa Amarapura Phuket
Location: Cape Yamu
Bedrooms: Six bedrooms in the main house with the seventh in a separate guest pavilion. Fronting all rooms at this five-star villa are the sparkling limestone formations of Phang Nga Bay and sweeping ocean views of the aquamarine sea.
Perfect for: A-list families who appreciate the finer things in life and are not afraid to splurge as long as comfort, quality, and privacy are guaranteed.
Best bits: We’re honestly lost for words just staring into this pinnacle of luxury. Villa Amarapura is set in the upscale gated community of Cape Yamu on the east coast of Phuket and its interior exudes an extravagant mixture of Scandinavian touches, opulent Thai influences and Hollywood-style design.
This lavish vacation rental has not one, but TWO infinity pools and jacuzzis. Other highlights include: a three-hole putting green, multi-courts for basketball/tennis, indoor/outdoor dining areas, cinema room, gym, and a game room equipped with golf simulation game and pool table. Overall, a true utopian paradise fit for royalty, need we say more?
Rates: From USD2,500++ per night. Drop us an email for enquiries.
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Villa Saanti
Villa Saanti Phuket
Location: Takua Thung District, Phang Nga
Bedrooms: Six ensuite bedrooms with king-size beds. Four of them are located outside in their own individual pavilions and all rooms come with unobstructed views of the villa’s double infinity-edge pools.
Perfect for: Those who are looking for an unbeatable space to live their best life and fulfil their dream lifestyle of going from bed to pool to beach daily.
Best bits: Here’s another magical property with direct access to the quiet Natai beach (oops, we clearly have a favourite ?). True to its name, Villa Saanti (Thai for “Home of Peace”), is a chill and relaxed home away from home that’s perfect for a beachfront ‘Isocation‘. It is here where you can wash your worries away in the villa’s jacuzzi, sweat out those toxins at the indoor gym and smooth out those muscle tensions with a massage in the beachfront sala.
Beyond the palm-fringed garden, you’ll find an elegant living and dining room along with an entertainment room filled with a state-of-the-art tech like a 55-inch TV, Wii, and 3D glasses. Sonos sound systems are placed throughout the villa grounds and onto the beach, so if you’ve ever wanted to live like you’re in a music video, this is your chance!
Rates: From USD1,300++ per night. Drop us an email for enquiries.
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Villa Sawarin
Villa Sawarin Phuket
Location: Cape Yamu
Bedrooms: Nine en-suite bedrooms that fit up to 18 guests. No matter which room you sleep in, rest assured that you’ll be awakened to the calming sound of ocean waves and the magnificent sunrise views across Phang Nga Bay each morning.
Perfect for: Small corporate groups or families seeking tranquillity and sublime luxury while still being in the middle of it all. Villa Sawarin serves as an ideal base for exploring the island as it’s just a short drive away to various hotspots.
Best bits: Perched on Phuket’s idyllic Cape Yamu hilltop is this 4,000 square metre designer hideaway set within a gated estate. Be pampered endlessly from the minute you walk in as the villa comes with a fully-staffed team and extensive resort-style facilities. This means that even while distributed between four levels, Villa Sawarin has every detail covered! From a poolside BBQ pavilion to a 24-metre lava rock saltwater pool; a beachfront yoga deck to watersports equipment ready to use; a putting green, tennis court and fitness gym!
If that isn’t exclusive enough, do note that guests of Sawarin will also be given access to the Point Yamu by world-renowned COMO resort facilities (located adjacent to the villa), including its private beach club on Naka Yai island at a nominal fee.
Rates: From USD2,225++ per night. Drop us an email for enquiries.
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Villa Verai
Villa Verai Phuket
Location: Cape Yamu
Bedrooms: Six fully air-conditioned and en-suite bedrooms spread across the villa’s two levels.
Perfect for: Stylish group of friends or families whose life motto is to work hard and play hard. They live adventurously and don’t let fabulous opportunities go to waste.
Best bits: A spectacular modern retreat, Villa Verai is set on a flat piece of property right on the beach. At 35-metres in length, the villa’s L-shaped freshwater swimming pool is probably one of Phuket’s largest. From there, you’ll walk on to find the comfy sun loungers, pool terrace dining area and volleyball net spread across the extensive well-kept lawn.
The indoors of this holiday home is as fancy as its exterior. Our favourites are the cinema room with velvet seats and steam room. Did we mention there’s also a well-equipped office? Yup! If you’ve got emails to reply to, know that you’ll be able to work in a peaceful and tranquil setting. #dreamhome
Rates: From USD2,700++ per night. Drop us an email for enquiries.
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