Baan Rak Talay Kalya Residence

Having entered through the ornate gateway into the boutique development of Baan Rak Talay Kalya Residence the first thing that you notice is the feeling of luxury and quality. Natural stone walls add privacy to the upmarket homes and tropical landscaping enhances the appearance.

This is a perfect example of a sophisticated and elegant home which combines striking architectural features, exceptional furnishings, natural materials and a scintillating sea view from every room.

Entering the house through the stylish wooden gate, with wood-tiled roof structure, the property opens into a well-planted, landscaped tropical garden. Everything about this villa gives you a comfortable and homely feeling. You can imagine spending hours relaxing and enjoying this garden. To the right is a large covered driveway and again, adding to the naturalness of the villa, wooden tiles have been used on the roof.

From the drive, steps lead up to a terrace area at the side of the main building. However, the path from the gate is fringed with a water feature and natural stone walls. After the garden the natural stone wall creates a high, back wall which drops all the way down to a moat-like water feature that runs behind the ground level of the house. The path has steps up to a bridge which crosses this space. With the stone walls, the moat and the bridge it’s almost like entering a pretty medieval castle.

Large wooden doors open into an astonishing elevated living area. This expansive room runs virtually the whole width of the property and has a very high, wood-lined, vaulted ceiling with windows on both sides that increase the feeling of space and adds to the overall grandness of an already impressive room.

Facing the doors is a wall of bi-folding glass doors ensuring that the panoramic views across the forested valleys, the bay of Bophut and the island of Koh Phan Ngan are always visible and drawing your attention.

An eye-catching circular pedestal dining table sits like a piece of art in the centre of the room. To the right is a sophisticated kitchen area with an island feature. All high-end branded appliances are fitted. This is an outstanding kitchen which not only looks fantastic, with light wood units, chrome fittings and marble surfaces, but it is also well planned and designed to include all you need; there’s even a wine cooler sunken into the surface of the island feature.

On the opposite side of the dining table is the lounge area which has a flat screen TV mounted on a lime green cabinet and surrounded by comfortable brown and white sofas and chairs as well as contemporary ornaments and art works.

Running the whole width of the room is a balcony with an almost invisible glass banister which looks over the garden, and the sizeable infinity swimming pool, as well as the views to the ocean. On the balcony there are all-weather chairs from where you can sit and take it all in.

Stairs on both sides of the balcony lead down to the next level of the villa. Here, underneath the aforementioned living space, are three charming bedrooms facing out across the garden, pool and the view. A covered walkway runs along the front of these rooms giving each one an outdoor terrace.

Each of these three bedrooms has built in wardrobes and a rear en-suite shower room with views out to the water feature and the intricate and beautiful natural stone wall running behind the property an up to the level above. Two of the rooms have double beds whilst one has twin beds. In each the furniture is high-quality and stylish and the rooms are accessorised with stunning modern artworks.

In front of this bedroom level is a lawn and garden that is well planted with a large number of tropical trees and plants. At the very front of the property is the large blue tiled pool. At the left side of the pool there are stools sunken under the water along the edge of the bar which is incorporated into a Sala that also houses a dining table and bench seats.

To the right of the pool is the master suite. Staying here will be an experience to remember. A vaulted wooden ceiling with glass at the front and back creates an airy and light atmosphere. Doors open directly onto the pool terrace and take in the spectacular views. There’s a separate dressing area and an en-suite that has twin sinks, a rain shower and an indulgent terrazzo bathtub with windows looking directly out across the pool and to the ocean. Again the furniture and the artwork in here are modern in design.

Steps at the rear of the master suite lead back up to the lounge area and from the steps, the glass windows that lead up to the wooden tiled roof of the master suite, allow you to see through to the view.

This villa gives the impression of absolutely quality and luxury. Everything here is as good as it can be. The finish, the furniture and the layout is perfectly planned to make staying here a practical and enjoyable experience. This pristine property is as aesthetically pleasing as any on Samui with beautiful gardens, architecture and artworks. Not to mention the awe-inspiring view and the natural mountainside location. Above all house this villa has a warm and comfortable atmosphere that makes you feel at home.

Location

• In Bophut area, northern coast of Koh Samui, 10 minutes drive from the airport and to Chaweng

Villa rates

• Daily rates from US$ 900 to US$2,800 for the entire house
  
• Daily rates include a full time Thai Chef (food cost on Guests account)
• Minimum stay of 3 nights (7 nights over Christmas or New Year and 14 nights over both holidays, 5 nights for Chinese New Year, Easter and Songkran)
• Rates shown are for a maximum of 8 (eight) Guests (including children).
  
• Daily Rates and extra beds are subject to 10% service charge and 7% tax
• Airport transfer: US$ 35 (plus tax) per trip for a maximum of 9 passengers in private mini bus or luxury car
• Baby cot provided free of charge
• Rates include daily Continental breakfast
• For weddings and private parties, surcharge may be applicable depending on number of guests

Facilities

• Private swimming pool
• TV satellite with 52in LCD screen, DVD player in the living room
• Hi-fi sound system and iPod dock with outdoor speakers throughout the villa
• ADSL internet connection (WIFI)
• Full furnished inc linens/towels
• Fully equipped kitchen with designed fixtures
• All bedrooms are en-suite and air conditioned
• All bedrooms are fitted with TV, DVD player, mini bar and safe
• Secure gated property

Services

• The resident villa staff will ensure the villa is kept clean and tidy while the Villa Manager is available to cater to all Guests specific needs and help organise activities, massage and spa treatment as well as communication with the Thai chef and dealing with any matter arising at the villa
• Our Guest Relations & Concierge team will visit guests during their stay (usually the day after check in) to further help ensuring guests have a pleasant stay or address any matters arising at the villa
• Bed linen is changed every third day
• Pool & Bath Towels are provided and changed as necessary. We do appreciate our guests help to conserve water usage and thus sustaining our pristine island environment
• On site Thai Chef (Thai cuisine and Western favourites) with shopping list available. Food cost on Guests account. Terms & Conditions may apply for chef service
• In-Villa wine selection
• Concierge service for all tours and activities; private tours can also be arranged
• Car rental can be arranged with full insurance coverage, with or without driver
• Baby sitting service on request and availability
• In-villa spa treatment with extended menu