Phuket Pads: Get resort feel in bay villa
PHUKET: This type of beachfront villa in the south of the island is rare. But, why?
We should start by saying that all beach fronts on the island of Phuket have been occupied by
hotels and resorts, and the cost of land is so expensive that to build a private villa, for most budgets, would not be economical.
Furthermore, Thai law states that property may not be built on beach land within 20 meters of the high-tide mark, and even then the structure may not be more than 6m high.
You can see from the photos that this villa is a stone’s throw away from the beach.
You really can’t get much better than this.
This beachfront villa is located right on Chalong Bay in a 4-star resort.
The highlights of this modern Thai-style villa are its spacious pool (32 square meters), three-jet jacuzzi (2.8sqm), and terrace which overlooks the beach and provides direct access to it. A large sala sits at the edge of the property offering shade and pool access.
The house is offered fully furnished with large screen TVs and internet. The open interior living plan, dining area, and western kitchen are massive. The tasteful decor makes the place ideal for entertaining, and the high ceilings and tiled floor keep the interior cool.
There are four bedrooms inside the home, including two beautifully finished master suites with seating areas and en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs.
The two guest suites also have en-suite bathrooms, but with showers only. There is an additional maid’s room with an en-suite bathroom. All bedrooms are air-conditioned.
The full Western kitchen features golden wood cabinetry and black marble counter tops. There is a built-in hob, hood, oven, microwave and dishwasher. In addition, there is a safe room, a laundry room, and a guest WC.
The property is surrounded by walls and has an impressive entrance and car port with room enough for two cars. The exterior area is 900sqm and internal area 400sqm.
Hotel services include security, watering, gardening and swimming pool cleaning, plus any public access and use of amenities. A 30 per cent discount off restaurant, bar and spa from the resort is included.
There is a Chanote title available for the land, and road access through the resort. The land and villa itself are both free of a mortgage. It is available freehold. This gorgeous villa is going for 37,000,000 baht.
For more information about the villa, contact Patrick Lusted at Siam Real Estate, quote reference number: HSOB6434. Please call 076-288908 or visit the website www.siamrealestate.com
— Patrick Lusted
Thailand Property FAQ
Can foreigners buy property in Thailand?
Yes. Foreigners can own condominium units freehold, as long as foreign buyers hold no more than 49% of the building's saleable area. Land cannot be owned directly by foreigners; houses are usually held through a 30-year lease — and since a March 2025 Supreme Court ruling, automatic “30+30+30” renewal structures are not enforceable beyond the first 30 years. Read the full foreign-ownership guide.
What is Thailand's 49% foreign quota?
In any condominium project, no more than 49% of the total saleable floor area can be foreign-owned. The quota applies only to condos — not houses, land or leaseholds — and popular buildings in Bangkok, Phuket and Pattaya can hit the cap. How the quota works in practice.
How much are property transfer fees in 2026?
The transfer registration fee is cut to 0.01% (from the standard 2%) and the mortgage registration fee to 0.01% (from 1%) for purchases where both the price and assessed value are 7 million baht or less — extended by the Cabinet on June 30, 2026. On a 6-million-baht home that saves around 120,000 baht. Who qualifies for the cut · Standard fees & who pays what.
Is it better to rent or buy in Thailand as an expat?
It mostly depends on your time horizon: for stays under roughly five years renting usually wins once transfer costs and resale friction are counted, while longer stays can favour buying — especially with 2026's reduced fees. The rent-vs-buy maths for expats.
How much does property cost in Thailand?
A little over 2 million baht buys a freehold one-bedroom condo in central Chiang Mai — the same budget covers only a studio in Bangkok's CBD. Prices vary sharply by region and city. Average prices by region, and what they buy you.
What taxes do property owners pay in Thailand?
Owners pay the annual land and building tax, and rental income is taxable; buyers and sellers split one-off costs like transfer fees, stamp duty or specific business tax depending on the deal. The go-to guide to Thai property taxes.
