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Villa Arawan is a 5 bedroom Northern Thai style villa located within a private estate, Ayara Surin, with its own entrance at the end of a no-through road. The Villa has outstanding views over Surin and Bang Tao beaches on the West coast of Phuket and also overlooks the small peninsula between the two beaches where the Amanpuri and Chedi exclusive hotels are situated.
The villa was built by the same contractor who was involved with both the Amanpuri and Banyan Tree resorts. Large living space is the main feature of the villa with has an fully air conditioned indoor 550 sqm and a further 500 sqm of outdoor terracing.
The house is a mix of Thai and Western styles, with polished teak floors and lovely Thai soft furnishings, plus modern western bathrooms. The infinity swimming pool measures 10 x 5 metresm with a depth of 1.6meters throughout. There is also a large heated whirlpool with its own terrace.
The Villa staff (housekeeper/cook, pool/handyman) look forward to welcoming you and taking care of you during your stay and a 4-seat Honda CRV is available for rent during your stay at the house; if you choose to do this, the villa driver's will be provided without charge during normal day-time hours.
Walking through the house, the top floor has a large entrance foyer leading to two large matching Master bedrooms with king-size beds and unparalleled views, private terrace, luxury en-suite bathroom with handmade large bath, separate shower stall, toilet and bidet. There is plenty of cupboard space as well as a mini fridge and a safe. A dressing table has a concealed mirror. There's room to relax too and a desk/workstation with computer telephone connection is fitted for those who need to keep in touch with the outside world.
On the second floor, a spiral staircase from the entrance foyer leads down to the large living space with the pool and well-fitted kitchen. The dining area seats 10 comfortably and opens to the pool deck. The third floor features two guest bedrooms (one with double King size bed and the other with two single beds that can be pushed together to form a double) have great views from their private balconies. Both have an en-suite bathroom with large shower stalls. Finally the fourth floor boasts a large bedroom/multi purpose room, which enjoys the sea-view and has a small terrace, with twin beds which can be pushed together into a king and a private bathroom which is not en-suite. Two folding beds are available for additional children.
The large living space with unusually high ceiling and expanse of glass in the doors opens onto the terrace and gives a wonderful feeling of spaciousness and light. A large dining table at one end easily seats 10 people. The seating area has comfortable sofas and chairs around a large coffee table. A state-of-the art Bose remote-controlled sound system is linked to the home cinema, complete with a large screen satellite television with a wide range of channels, DVD, VCR and CD. Specialist computerised lighting enables you to create the right mood at any time of the day or night at the touch of a button. Fully-controllable air-conditioning ensures you can get the temperature just right, although with all the doors open you can enjoy a wonderful through breeze. The video phone here allows you to speak to visitors at the gate and open it for them. You can also call room to room on the telephone system. From the adjacent fully fitted Western style is the maids quarter's. This area has a maid's kitchen and a separate laundry room. It is designed to give complete privacy to the guests.
Step out of the living area and onto the large terrace with its private 10 by 5 meter infinity swimming pool. Relax in the sun on one of the wooden steamer chairs or in the shade of one of the Sala's at either end of the pool. A Sala is an open-air Thai living space with traditional Thai roof to give shelter from the mid-day sun. One is equipped for outdoor dining and the whole area is beautifully lit to make it a ideally relaxed place for dinner, enjoying the dramatic sunsets. Outdoor Bose speakers and the superb hi-fi system allow you to enjoy your own music outside whilst your children watch the latest DVD inside. There is a convenient toilet/changing area at this level as well as an outdoor shower and store room. Steps lead to the guest bedrooms but also to the hot tub/whirlpool where you can let all your troubles drift away whilst relaxing in the bubbling water. Just below is the large multipurpose room with its pantry, fridge and en-suite bathroom.
| Bedrooms/Bathrooms | Air Condition, Baby cot, Bath tub, Day bed, Hairdryer, Non-smoking Rooms, Outdoor shower, Personal safe, Roll/Pull away bed, TV w. satellite & DVD |
| Dining | Ceiling Fans, Highchair, Seating for 10 |
| Entertainment | DVD, Plasma TV, Satellite or cable channels, Stereo system, Surround system |
| Communication | FREE WIFI |
| Kitchen | Freezer, Fridge, Fully equipped kitchen, Gas stove, Kitchenette, Microwave, Oven |
| Living Room | Air conditioning, Ceiling Fans, Lounge seating |
| Outdoor | Balcony, BBQ, Beach chairs, Garden, Parking, Sun beds, Terrace |
| Pool | Jacuzzi, Outdoor pool, Private pool |
| Sport | Sea kayaks |
| Other | Eco Friendly management, Linen provided, Long term renters welcome, Non smoking only, Towels provided, Wine cellar |
| Services |
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| * Located within a private estate, Ayara Surin, with its own entrance * The Villa is 3 minutes drive from Surin Beach, one of the nicest beaches on the island where Catch Beach Club and other trendy beach venues are open to visitors * The villa is a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport * All Golf courses are within 10 to 25 min drives * A car is needed when staying at the villa to move around * High quality and internationally renowned restaurants are all within 5 - 10 minutes drive from the villa * Local shops and supermarket are all within 5 minutes drive |
| Season | Dates | Daily Rental | Weekly Rental | Monthly Rental | Minimum Stay |
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| Low Season | 03 Sept to 22 Oct | USD 767 | - | - | 3 nights |
| High Season | 30 Apr to 03 Sept 23 Oct to 10 Dec | USD 984 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Peak Season | 11 Dec to 23 Dec 15 Jan to 30 Apr | USD 1,558 | - | - | 3 nights |
| Christmas Season | 24 Dec to 14 Jan | USD 2,096 | - | - | 7 nights |
| Rates Include/Exclude, Cancellation Policy and Payment Terms | |
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| Rates Include * Daily rates include a full time Thai Chef (food cost on Guests account) * Minimum stay of 3 nights (7 to 10 nights over Christmas and New Year, 5 nights for Chinese New Year, 7 nights for Easter) * Rates shown are for a maximum of ten (10) Guests (including children). * Baby cot provided free of charge Cancellation Policy The following cancellation charges will be applicable depending on when the notification of the cancellation is received in writing: 30 days or more before arrival date: * Deposit forfeited - but credited for 9 month from the date of the cancellation confirmation by the management company. The credit can be used by the client or anyone on their behalf for a reservation for the same villa and during any period. Within 30 days of arrival date: * All rental payments are forfeited. * The above cancellation charges also apply if the management company cancels the booking due to non-payment of the balance. If the dates of the booking require to be changed or amended, this may be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and cancellation charges may apply. * Any change to the original reservation is subject to the approval of the management company. * Early departure penalty will be subject to negotiation with the management company. Shall the party wish to change villa on arrival, a minimum 3 days notice is required or will be charged as a cancellation fee. Any differences in published rates between the villas are also applicable and will be charged to the Guests. Shall the alternative villa be cheaper, no refund will be made. | Rates Exclude * Daily rates are subject to 10% service charge and 7% tax * Airport transfer: USD 55 (plus tax) per trip for a maximum of 7 passengers in private mini bus or luxury car * Breakfast Payment Terms Deposit Payment * To guarantee this booking in the first instance, you will be required to pay a deposit equivalent to 30% of the total rental due or 50% for Christmas and New Year period. Balance payment * Full balance is due at least 30 days prior to arrival Last minute reservation * In case of reservation within 30 days of arrival, full payment may be requested at once before the arrival date Kindly inform upon confirmation of your reservation, which form of payment would be preferred. * Payments may be made by Telegraphic Transfer to our company bank account or through an online payment gateway with your credit card (visa or master card). * If payment by credit card is preferred this will incur a 3% admin fee. |