Baan Maliwan

Description from the manager

When you approach the prestigious Dhevatara Residence you will understandably have high expectations. As one of Samui's most luxurious and exclusive estates the standards set are extremely high. At Baan Maliwan those expectations are likely to be exceeded.

As you walk up to the grand wooden entrance gate you'll be amazed by the overall peaceful atmosphere on the estate. Stylish private residences line the road with extensive tropical landscaping adding to the ambience of total serenity.

The imposing wooden doors lead into a landscaped entrance garden with stepping stones through the plants to the staircase which takes you up and i...nto the property. At the top of the covered staircase there's a balcony which gives you the first opportunity to marvel at the view out over Bophut bay. Doors open into the open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining room and to the right is a large sun terrace and a stunning blue-tiled, infinity swimming pool.

Externally this is an elegant and stylish looking property. It represents a very high quality, large, three-bedroom property which would impress even the most discerning visitor. But it's the choice of interior furnishings which really set this home apart. Sliding doors open to reveal an elegant living area which has been dressed to ensure that in whichever direction you look, you'll see something of interest.

Large comfy beige sofas sit around a square antique wooden coffee table. There's a wall mounted TV and an exquisite teak cabinet. The room manages to blend muted natural colours with brighter modern furniture and the result is extremely pleasing. Large vases hold thick bright red bamboo poles; there's a standard lamp with an un-treated driftwood stand and black shade; coconut wood bowls line the surface of the cabinet; and there's a gold and black runner on the coffee table.

Moving towards the dining area on the left wall there is a long low built-in cabinet which has three contemporary gold discs mounted above, each with a candle holder in the centre. Dominating the dining space is a solid white high-gloss dining table and white high-back chairs. A black and gold runner decorates the surface and links it with the lounge colour scheme.

Beyond the dining table on the left is a door leading out to a quaint private garden. Straight ahead is the fully fitted modern kitchen. A central island feature doubles as a breakfast bar and separates the dining area from the kitchen. Wooden units are topped with black work surfaces and all appliances are high quality chrome. Set on top of the breakfast bar is a beautiful black and gold mirrored mosaic vase holding a flourish of black feathers. Behind the kitchen is a guest bathroom.

The right hand side of this whole open-plan room has large glass doors and windows leading out to the pool terrace and ensuring that the incredible sea view is always available.

Running at a right angle to the open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen pavilion is the sleeping pavilion. This L-shaped layout allows the property to wrap around the pool making it an attractive central feature.

A hallway decorated with blue and gold Thai modern artworks leads to the two ground floor bedrooms. The first has built-in wardrobes, twin beds, and a flat-screen TV. Again the furnishings stand out with bright red grass reeds in a vase behind the TV; blue thick-piled rugs at the foot of each bed and modern artworks in blue, orange and gold. Sliding glass doors open directly onto to the poolside deck giving uninterrupted views over the pool to the sea. The en-suite bathroom continues the colour theme with blue mosaic tiles on the wall in the walk-in shower and above the mirror. This contrasts perfectly with white walls and dark wood fittings.

The next bedroom is a mirror image of the first, in terms of layout, but this one has a double bed and the colour scheme in here edges more towards shades of purple. Contemporary artworks use gold and lilac colours whilst the mosaic tiles in the bathroom are also lilac. Again doors open onto the pool deck and the views.

Back in the hallway, stairs lead up to the master suite. At the top of the stairs is a comfortable private lounge area complete with exotic red furniture and red and gold paintings. Dark wood cabinets are home to an eclectic mix of interesting ornaments.

On entering the bedroom to the left is an office area and sat right in the centre of the room is a sublime, white-draped, four-poster bed. In front of that there is a sitting area and a flat-screen TV. An eye-catching feature here is the oversized contemporary bamboo love seat with plush cream upholstery. A balcony looks over the pool and across the ocean.

There's a separate walk-in dressing area which opens into an indulgent and luxurious en-suite bathroom. Natural stone floors are off-set with aquamarine mosaic wall tiles and dark wood. Twin sinks sit atop a wooden base and a there's a walk-in shower. At the front is a large white bathtub sunken into a wooden base with windows looking straight out to sea.

Baan Maliwan is an exceptionally well presented property. On an estate such as Dhevatara Residence the high standards and quality of the property is always assured. But at Baan Maliwan the flair and arrangement of the finishing touches such as the furniture, accessories and artwork, elevates this home beyond the accepted expectations. VILLA FACILITIES

* Private infinity edge swimming pool

* Direct beach access

* Plasma TV with DVD/CD players in each bedroom, Satellite TV (True Vision) and DVD/CD player in the living room

* Fully furnished inc. linens/towels

* Fully equipped kitchen with design fixtures

* Fee wireless broadband ADSL internet access

* All bedrooms are air conditioned and equipped with personal safe

* Living and Dining rooms air conditioned and with full length folding doors

* Secure gated community

* Stand by power silenced generator unit housed away from the property

* 1 Sea Kayak with 2 seat available for estate used

VILLA 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

* Chef service (Thai cuisine and Western favourites) upon availability and shopping list available. Fod cost on Guests account. Terms 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 massage and spa treatment with extended menuRead more

Additional Location Information

Located on the North coast of Koh Samui, 10 minutes from Koh Samuis International Airport.

Rental fees

Additional notes from owner

* Daily rates from US$400 to US$700 for the entire house or US$300 to US$350 for 2 bedroom (in intermediate season and high season only)
* Minimum stay of 3 nights (7 nights over Christmas or New Year and 10 nights over both holidays, 5 nights for Chinese New Year, Easter and Songkran)
* Rates shown are for a maximum of 6 (six) Guests (including children). Extra bed will be charged at US$50 per night
* Daily Rates and extra beds are subject to 10% service charge and 7% tax
* Airport transfer: US$ 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
* The Villa is not suitable for Children under 12
* For weddings and private parties, surcharge may be applicable depending on number of guests

What Past Guests Are Saying

• SwissMrsX
  Zürich, Switzerland

  Excellent service

  Left on 01/09/2013 for a stay in December 2012
  
  

  Positives:
  Service: Service was excellent and very attentive both before and during our stay.
  The agency has been very helpful in the time leading up to our trip, helping us organize activities ahead and changing our reservations (several times) as needed. They generally responded immediately to our emails.
  We were worried about concierge services (not being in a hotel) but they were fantastic about organizing stuff for us and accommodating all of our requests (not always easy). We were 5 adults (2 couples and 1 single) with different requirements.
  They assigned an agent on call to us and he was eager to help and came by our villa to make sure everything was ok. We rented a car through them and everything went smoothly. The rental car was delivered and picked up at our villa. They organized a boat trip for us which went very well. They even made sure to organize our lunch for the boat trip and have it delivered to the boat, and they came to pick us up to bring us to the pier and back. One of our friends got sick and they immediately organized a doctor. For New Year's Eve they organized a van with driver to be with us for the entire evening.
  At the villa we had 3 full-time staff and they were all very kind. The manageress made sure that we always had what we needed and helped coordinating with the agency for our activities. She was very helpful and attentive. She organized a chef for us one evening and it was one of the best meals we had in Thailand (definitely the best we had in Ko Samui). The manageress also prepared us breakfast every morning, which consisted of breads, croissants, cereals, fruits, juices, tea, coffee, milk.
  The villa: The villa was nice and comfortable. All 3 bedrooms are nice and have good bathrooms. The living/dining room is also nice and spacious. It is kept very clean. The pool is pleasant. WiFi connection is good. Unfortunately, there isn’t much of an outside area to hang, but we knew that from the pictures.
  
  Negatives:
  What we were very disappointed about is the beach (or lack of it). From the pictures and description it seemed that the complex had a very nice beach. However, it was very small and unusable. Hence a 4 rating instead of 5.

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