Baan Samlarn is a magical combination of old and new.  This sensational five-bedroom villa is designed as a series of traditional pavilions, each with glass doors that open up onto impeccable gardens or the shady terrace.  Decor is kept beautifully simple, with an emphasis on natural materials, relaxed-chic furniture and Thai knick-knacks.

The main living pavilion offers cool sanctuary with its almost chapel-like wooden-lined vaulted ceiling and abundance of leather, wood, bamboo and water hyacinth furniture. A plasma TV is so well hidden, it’s easy to forget it’s there.

Bedrooms are light and airy with four poster beds and the occasional piece of modern art on the walls, while quirky features such as indoor gardens and deep freestanding bathtubs all add up to one very stylish beach escape.  The pool has its very own waterfall and there’s an outdoor sala, which is steps away from the white sand of Lipa Noi beach.

Location & How to get there

• Private infinity edge swimming pool with outdoor Jacuzzi
• Direct beach frontage
• Beach Sala ideal for BBQ’s and al fresco dining
• Plasma TV, Satellite and DVD/CD player, Hi-Fi system with outdoor speakers
• Fully furnished inc. linens/towels
• Fully equipped kitchen with design fixtures
• Local Phone and Fax lines and wireless broadband ADSL internet access by the pool
• All guest bedrooms are en-suite, air conditioned and equipped with personal safe
• Living room air conditioned and with full length folding doors
• Secure gated community
• Use of Common Area Gym facilities including Sauna & Fitness Centre

Services
• Living on site, the Villa Manageress and her staff are available to address your service needs
• 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
• Shopping list available
• In-Villa wine selection
• Concierge service for all tours and activities; private tours can also be arranged
• Car rental with or without driver, full insurance coverage
• Baby sitting service on request and availability
• In-villa spa treatment with extended menu

Additional Information

Villa Rates & Payment
• Daily rates from US$ 1,450 to 1,900 for the entire house or US$ 1,000 to 1,265 for 3 bedrooms (in intermediate and high seasons only)
• Christmas/NY - US$ 2,200
• Minimum stay of 3 nights (14 nights over Christmas and New Year, 5 nights for High and Prime seasons)
• Daily rates include a full time Thai Chef (food cost on Guests account)
• Rates shown are for a maximum of 10 (ten) Guests (including children). Extra bed will be charged at US$50 per night.
• Daily Rates and extra beds are subject to 12% service charge and 7% tax
• Airport transfer: US$ 40 (plus tax) per trip for a maximum of 7 passengers in private mini bus or luxury car
• Baby cot provided free of charge
• Rates include daily Continental breakfast

Deposit
• For all seasons except for Christmas / New Year, a three (3) days booking fee as a deposit is required to confirm the reservation within 48 hours of the confirmation of availability
• For Christmas & New Year, fifty percent (50%) booking fee as a deposit is required to be paid to secure a reservation within 48 hours of the confirmation of availability.

Balance
• Regardless of the period, balance payment is due in full no later than 30 days prior to date of arrival.
• For all Last Minute reservations (less than 30 days)  and regardless of the duration of stay we require advance payment in full of the total Villa charges.
 
Cancellation Conditions
• For Intermediate, High and Promotional Seasons, all payment (s) received will be credited for use in the same villa as originally booked for within 9 month of the cancellation date if the booking is cancelled after the payment (s) date.
• For Prime Season, Christmas/New Year and if the booking is cancelled after the deposit and/or balance payment date, all payment (s) received will be forfeited or refunded in pro-rata shall another booking be secured for the same period that has been cancelled.


Environment & Sustainable Policies

Use of Renewable Energy Sources and Conservation of Energy in Offices and Villas
All light bulbs to be replaced and maintained by low watt usage- also called efficient lighting. All air-condition units to be serviced every month to optimize their usage.Use of Timers to turn on and off all outside lights. Increasing the number of solar powered devices. Participate in the annual global Earth Hour Campaign.

Water Conservation
Reduce water consumption in villas by installing low flow shower heads or installing water conservation devices. Installing dual flush toilets wherever possible. Place bricks or water bottles (ex 2 liters) in the cistern to reduce the amount of water. Waste water from household and offices to be redirected to and reused in the gardens and/ or to flush the toilet. Only watering gardens early morning or before sunset. Install water containers to collect rainwater.

Waste Management
Use recycled paper in all material. Re-use printed paper for second print. Recycle all materials used in office and villas. Collect all used batteries (toxic waste) and bring to recycling plant. Recycle organic waste into ecological use.

Source locally and use ecologically
Buying local products to boost the local community and economy.  Use local suppliers for purchase of eco friendly products.  Support and shop in other environmentally oriented businesses. “Say no to plastic bags”

Reduce CO2 and GHG emissions on the ground
All company vehicles are to be regularly serviced. Mini Buses and other vehicles will stop engines while waiting for guests. Aim at using Bio diesel technology and gasohol fuel for all vehicles. Aiming at replacing all chlorine driven pool system to be all natural (electrolyze).

Local engagement
Encourage community participation and awareness of environmental sustainability. Support local suppliers and businesses who are taking actions towards minimizing their impact on the natural environment. Support and finance social and environmentally oriented projects locally.

STYLE

Sophisticated Residence

SETTING

Samui Paradise

ROOM RATES

From US$ 1,000 to 2,200 ++/Night

YEAR OPENED

2007

ENVIRONMENT RATING

SIZE

5 Bedroom villa (max 10 guests)

ARCHITECT

GREAT FOR

Families, Groups, Beach

BEST ROOM

Master suite
With a modern styled four-poster bed, antique ottoman, a flat-screen TV and a balcony with fantastic views over the property

PLAY

Santiburi Golf and Country Club

Tee off at the world class 18 hole Santiburi Golf and Country Club in Maenam.

VISIT

Angthong National Marine Park

40 islands, spread over the Gulf of Thailand, are characterized by hundreds of limestone monoliths, carved into fantastic shapes by years of erosion.

SEE

Big Buddha

Located close to Bophut Beach, it is worth a quick visit, as there are stunning views available from the upper level around the base of the large Buddha.

SHOP

Chaweng

Chaweng is the best area for shopping with Nathon a close second.

EXPLORE

Diving Excursions

The Gulf of Thailand is a great place to try diving, get certified or sample some of its great reefs on half or one day dive trips