A modern, designer beachfront villa on the scenic and peaceful south coast of Samui, Villa Thansamaay offers seven stylish double bedrooms and a stunning view of the sea and outlying islands. Open-plan living areas make it ideal for family holidays and larger groups of up to 14.

Set amid the rural coconut plantations of Laem Sor, this lovely, low-rise villa is a very private tropical paradise offering a relaxed holiday experience. The two-storey main house provides for spacious, air-conditioned living and three double bedrooms, all with a sea view.

From here the wide, lawned garden stretches right to the water’s edge, with a 7.5m swimming pool to one side, and opposite, two separate pavilions each with two double en suite bedrooms facing the beach or garden.

At the centre of it all, a spacious, covered sala and outdoor dining terrace are the place for long lazy breakfasts, al fresco meals and poolside barbecues, or pre-dinner cocktails as you watch one of Samui’s epic south coast sunsets.

The villa is tastefully designed with cool, grey ceramic floors, rustic woven rugs, feature walls in muted shades of olive and taupe, and comfortable furnishings in warm textured fabrics. Bathrooms have light stone vanities and walk-in rain-showers. Throughout the villa, Asian-inspired paintings and artefacts add a splash of colour and a sense of place.

The villa is fully staffed with a villa manager and private chef to take care of everything, from menu planning and shopping, to arranging spa treatments and excursions, ensuring your holiday is a smooth and thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing experience.

Minimum stay: Christmas/New Year: 7 nights; High season: 5 nights.