Phuket lies in the Andaman Sea, off Thailand’s west coast and is often referred to as the ‘Pearl of the South’.

The Island offers some of the best beaches in Southeast Asia, particularly on the west coast. Most of the interior of the Island is slightly elevated with the highest peak Khun Phara 442 meters above sea level. This higher ground slopes down to the beaches and rocky peninsulas affording spectacular ocean views and sunsets; many of our villas enjoy such locations.

Phuket has a culture of its own, combining Chinese and Portuguese influences with that of the Southern Thais, and the Chao Naam, a nomadic seafaring ethnic group living entirely from the natural resources of the sea.

Dining out in Phuket is a truly memorable experience. Seafood is prominent on every menu. The local fare is a blend of Thai, Malay and Chinese influences. But there is also plenty of international cuisine available. The price of eating out is very reasonable and if you venture into Phuket Town, you can experience some of the best local cuisine at incredibly low prices.

There is a lot to do on the Island apart from relaxing on a white sandy beach. For scuba divers, Phuket is in the world’s top ten destinations, with spectacular sites all around the Island and the neighboring small islands. It’s a haven for yachtsmen too, with two high quality marinas providing charters and state of the art mooring facilities.

Other activities include elephant trekking, sea canoeing, 4WD tours, horse riding, sports fishing and cooking courses. Phuket Fantasea offers an evening out with entertaining cultural cabaret, suitable for the whole family. It is near Kamala Beach, only 5-20 minutes drive away from all of our villas.

Phuket is a golfers' paradise. There are four great courses, including the renowned Blue Canyon course, which has hosted several international class events, including the Johnny Walker Classic.

For self-catering the Island offers many well stocked modern convenience stores, including a large branch of the Tesco Supermarket (popular British high-street supermarket chain). Just browse through the cookery books available in your villa, choose your dishes and let the staff purchase the food and prepare your meal.

Phuket – Destination Facts