Samui Phangan Real Estate Magazine October-November

eal estate 

phangan 

BUYING • RENOVATING INVESTING • LIVING 

VILLA KYA 

what dreams are made of

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*Distributed at Samui Airport 

The island is still on the up and there is a general 

feeling of positivity around with more land sales, villa 

sales, villa construction, new businesses opening 

and far more tourists than expected. Things are 

looking good! 

This issue we discover the amazing Villa Kya, talk 

to resident geek Mark Currie and delve into one of 

the islands most reputable developers and agents – 

Horizon Homes. 

We also explore the bedroom and how to make the 

space yours, as well as stow away all that unwanted 

clutter. There are tips on how to keep your cat cool 

and how to save water both inside and outside the 

house, as well as Part 1 of how to build your own 

sala.......along with some delicious recipes to whip 

up! 

We hope you enjoy this issue and keep safe during 

the upcoming rainy season. 

Jade Moore 

Editor In-Chief

this 

issue... 

inside & out 

18 Superior Interior 

8 Steps To Bedroom Heaven 

22 Retail Therapy 

Put It To Bed 

26 Architect's Talk 

Storage Wars 


Store It 

34 Food for Thought 

Mama Mia 


Bed-Cessorise 

42 Outdoor Living 

Building Your Own Sala Part 1 

realty in focus 

50 Property Report 

Asia's Booming & Change Is Needed 

52 Legal Buzz 

Building A Villa on The Island 

56 Tax Corner 

Bad Debts: Part 2 

58 Island Scoop 

News From The Islands 

ASIA’S 

BOOMING 

& CHANGE IS 

NEEDED 

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50 

76

62 Developer In-View 

Horizon Homes 

66 Villa Rental 

How To Find Your Perfect Island Retreat 

70 Personal Profile 

Deckchair Asia 

76 Feature 

Villa Kya 

island life 

90 Close Up 

Impiana 

94 Green Scene 

Water Saving Ways 

98 Eco Outdoor 

Save Water On The Outside 

102 Home Help 

Cool For Cats 

life on the isles 

110 Koh Samui Map 

111 Koh Samui Living 

114 Koh Phangan Map 

115 Koh Phangan Living 

the legal arena 

118 Land Title deeds 

119 Chanote 

120 Tip for starting the Biz English 

122 Tip for starting the Biz Chinese 

126 Tip for starting the Biz German 

128 Tip for starting the Biz Russian 

130 Tip for starting the Biz French 

134 Building Regulations 

directory 

136 Island Contacts 

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now available 

for sale 

Two houses with fantastic panoramic views overlooking Bangpor Beach. 

Innovative of a highly-functional, beautiful, and affordable execution 

of residential design. 

Starting from 15 Million THB 

For more information contact: 081 921 1473 e-mail: nite_stone@hotmail.com

Overseas Property Portfolio (OPP) is an independent and 

established real estate agent on Koh Samui with a wealth 

of experience. Our business includes Property/Land Sales, 

Rentals and Property Management. 

BREATHTAKING SEA VIEW PLOTS: 

On the North Coast of Samui, with views from sunrise to sunset, this is a superb 

opportunity to purchase a plot of land, on an established estate, with utilities 

and management in place. 

• Chanote Land title 

• Underground Electricity 

• Well Water from the Estate 

• Estate Management 

• Construction Regulations 

• 24 hour Security 

Just 6 plots left, out of 29!! 

Plot size: 1,168 sqm to 3,240 sqm 

Price: 2,200,000 THB to 11,550,000 THB 

For further information and to arrange a site viewing, please contact: 

Emma Johnson on 080 535 1725 

emma@overseaspropertyportfolio.com www.overseaspropertyportfolio.com

RENT 

Apartment • Bophut • Ref: S166 

1,610 THB/night - 16,500 THB/month 

Western style studio available for rent, by night, or by 

month, with communal pool, roof top gym, security, 

lift and concierge. Close to all amenities and an ideal 

base for travelling around the island. 

SALE/RENT 

Villa • Chaweng Yai • Ref: S295 

13,500,000 THB / from 5,404 THB a night 

2 bed sea view villa with ensuite bathrooms and built on 

one level. There’s a large front and rear garden, ideal 

for further expansion if required, set in a quiet location 

yet 5 mins to the ring road. 

SALE/RENT 

Villa • Lamai • Ref: S216 

21,900,000 THB / from 5,760 THB/night 

Superb sea and mountain views and a 10 min walk to 

the beach. 4 bedrooms, 2 up and 2 down, designed 

so the floors can be rented separately. Large terraces, 

plenty of parking, 5 mins to Lamai center. 

Villa • Bophut • Ref: S291 

25,000 THB/month 

2 bed single storey property, with communal 

swimming pool in front of the house, steam and sauna 

room, security, off road parking. Walking distance to 

Fisherman’s Village, 12 month contract available. 

Villa • Bang Po • Ref: S198 

14,000,000 THB / 80,000 THB a month 

3/4 bed private villa with high vaulted ceilings, fully fitted 

kitchen, views to Koh Tao and Big Buddah. Peaceful 

location yet just 5 mins to the ring road, on site security 

and well maintained estate. 

Townhouse • Chaweng Noi • Ref: S283 

2,500,000 THB 

3 bed unfurnished townhouse, over 2 floors, 

bedrooms up and living down, all rooms have aircon, 

ideally situated close to the ring road and Chaweng, 

off street parking, communal pool and café area. 

SALES • RENTALS • PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 

RENT 

SALE/RENT 

SALE

SALE 

Land • Bophut • Ref: S085 

3,800,000 THB 

1 rai (1,600sqm) of sea view land, views to Koh 

Phangan. High end villas in the vicinity, 5 minute drive 

to the ring road and the amenities of Fisherman’s 

Village. Ideal location for a private villa. 

SALE 

Land • Bang Po • Ref: S292 

5,775,000 THB 

A stunning plot of land with uninterrupted sea views 

from Bophut in the East to the sunset in the West and 

Koh Phangan straight ahead. The plot is 1,300sqm 

with villas either side. Govt. electricity. 

SALE 

Villa • Plai Laem • Ref: S171 

12,900,000 THB 

A 3 bed single storey villa, walled in with entrance 

gate, just moments from a quiet, long sandy beach 

where you can watch the sun go down. Large rooms 

with an open plan kitchen, living and dining area. 

Mobile : +66 (0)80 535 1725 

Office : +66 (0)77 425 679 

info@overseaspropertyportfolio.com 

www.overseaspropertyportfolio.com 


5,600,000 THB 

Perfect holiday home/rental investment opportunity, 

with separate studio on the ground floor, 2 bedrooms 

on the upper floor, with private pool and roof top 

terrace, parking, shop and restaurant onsite. 


8,300,000 THB 

3 bed off plan modern villa with private pool and roof 

terrace, situated on an established site, ready 2013. 

Superb sea views, ideal as holiday home and rentals 

with on site office, shop and restaurant. 

Villa/Commercial • Plai Laem • Ref: S245 

27,500,000 THB 

Established rental business with private villa, 

(owners live), and separate rental accommodation 

with communal pool next door. All have sea and 

sunset views and in a quiet yet popular location. 

119/20 Samui Town Center, Moo 1, Bophut, Koh Samui 

SALE 

SALE 

SALE

inside & out l superior interior 

8 STEPS TO 

BEDROOM HEAVEN.. 

Your bedroom is your sanctuary. It is the place you 

lay your head and let all the worries of the day wash 

away. It is the place where you can escape and 

surround yourself in calm and comfort. Designing 

your perfect bedroom can mean many things to many 

people. Whimsical, minimalistic, classic, modern, 

bright...you need to find the right design that fits your 

needs....and let your imagination run wild. 

HEADBOARD HEADLINER 

Make the headboard of your bed the focal point of 

the room. Soft and plush headboards with no hard 

edges, a wooden headboard with detail, a minimal 

simple headboard – it’s up to you. If you crave privacy 

and a sense of enclosure, use canopies or bed 

curtains to wrap your bed in luxurious folds of fabric. 

MAKE THE MOOD 

Use colour and patterns to create the perfect mood 

for your room. A soft pillow and comfy mattress 

may in sending you off to slumber, but bedding that 

glows with an invitation to snuggle in can be just as 

effective. Combine patterns for a striking effect such 

as striped, floral, and geometric patterns but make 

sure each pattern features the same primary hue to 

make mixing and matching a success. Select cool or 

neutral hues to create a room that exudes serenity 

and calm. Look to bright and warm colours to foster 

a sense of energy. 

FILL IN THE BLANK 

Utilise the space above your headboard and get 

creative, make a statement! Deck the walls above 

a curved headboard with various size picture frames 

or above a square headboard with round frames 

for dramatic visual contrast. Or follow the curve 

of a headboard with a staggered arrangement of 

decorative objects, such as plates, letters or different 

mirrors. 

BEDSIDE BEAUTY 

Originally created for functionality, the bedside table 

can now help create a statement in your room. Use it 

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as one more way to express your style while providing 

must-have storage. When symmetry matters, use 

matching side tables to bookend a bed. However, 

there’s no rule that says tables must be copies of 

each other. If you’re an avid reader, make sure your 

bedside table has shelves or drawers to help keep 

paper piles from stacking up. 

LIGHT IT UP 

Use lamps on both sides of a bed to provide soft 

task lighting for night time reading. The bottom of the 

shade should fall at eye level when you’re seated. To 

create space on a bedside table -- which can be a 

valuable commodity in a small bedroom -- consider 

the style of lamp. Swing-arm lamps mounted to the 

wall behind a bed provide necessary lighting without 

taking up space or provide ambient light around the 

entire room with a floor lamp. Overhead, consider 

a chandelier for can’t-be-beat romance. Connect 

all fixtures in a bedroom to a dimmer to control light 

intensity and mood. 

BEAUTIFUL BEDDING 

Don’t scrimp when it comes to bedding. There 

is nothing better than crawling in to luxurious 

comfortable sheets at the end of the day. When 

shopping for linens, don’t be fooled by high thread 

counts. While it’s true a higher thread count can 

mean better quality, the true test is actually what the 

sheets are made from - look for pima, Egyptian, or 

Supima cotton. A 250-thread-count sheet set made 

from these cottons can feel softer after washing than 

a 400- or 500-thread-count set made from a cottonpolyester 

blend. 

MIRROR MIRROR ON THE WALL 

Beyond beauty, mirrors can serve a practical purpose 

by reflecting outside views and light that can help 

small bedrooms feel larger. Hang an oversize mirror 

on a wall devoid of windows to create a view where 

none exists. Or lean a tall mirror against a wall to 

create an illusion of depth, as well as a handy spot 

for reviewing an outfit before you head out the door. 

END OF 

Take advantage the prime real estate at the end of 

your bed to make a stand-out style statement. Use a 

graceful bench to transform the area into an inviting 

seating spot or create extra storage by using a trunk 

or wicker basket. 

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69/93 Moo 5, T. Maenam Koh Samui, Suratthani, Thailand 84320 

Tel: +66 (0)77 247 796, Fax: +66 (0)77 247 768 

Mobile: +66 (0)8 1921 1473 

E-mail: nite_stone@hotmail.com

inside & out l retail therapy 

Put It To Bed 

Choosing the right bed for your bedroom can be tricky. You want it to last the test of time 

and not go out of fashion but you also want to make a statement about yourself and give 

your bedroom a little flair, after all, it is the center piece of the room. Here are some options to 

choose from for where the magic happens... 

1. Bloc Kingsize Bed - Index 2. Tortona Kingsize Bed - SB Design 

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3. Cronus Kingsize Bed - SB Design 4. Zen Kingsize Bed - SB Design 5. Cavetto Kingsize Bed - Index 

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inside & out l architect's talk 

STORAGE WARS 

There is nothing worse than a bedroom full of clutter 

and disorganised wardrobes with piles and piles of 

clothes, shoes and more on top of each other...and 

you can never find anything! 

There may be several square feet of potential 

bedroom storage hidden under your nose and your 

furniture. These tips will help you find space to 

stylishly store your clutter! 

WORK YOUR WARDROBE 

Before you start drawing up plans for your bedroom 

wardrobe, have a good think about what you plan 

to keep there. To figure out where to install rods, for 

example, estimate how much space your dresses 

and suits take up versus shirts and jackets. For longer 

items, you need full-length vertical space under the 

rod. If the majority of your clothes extend less than 

3 feet, hanging two sets of rods, one high and one 

about 40 inches above the floor, will double the 

amount of clothes you can hang in that space. 

Consider what you need access to on a daily basis 

versus every few months. Your favourite everyday 

shoes should be front and centre, whereas those 

sky-high heels can be stashed in their boxes on an 

upper shelf for special occasions. Shoe cubes, tiered 

tie racks and slide-out laundry bins help keep things 

tucked away yet easily accessible. 

Before buying bulky dressers, make sure you’re 

getting the most out of your wardrobe - especially 


when it comes to hanging space. Stuff like t-shirts 

should be on an open shelf where you can see them 

all at the same time – if you’re looking for a particular 

t-shirt and you’ve put four others on top of it in a 

drawer, you’ll never find it. The only thing that should 

go in drawers are the things that don’t fold well - 

socks, underwear, bras. 

UNDER THE COVERS 

An underutilised space is underneath your bed! 

Under-bed containers can hold the clothes you’re 

currently not wearing (including those favourite jeans 

from years ago that you know you will fit back into 

one day!). Shoes you don’t often wear, bigger bulkier 

items like warm jackets (that we rarely need here) and 

other clothing items you are simply not wearing day 

to day. Ikea sells sliding drawer units that fit under 

beds, or you can buy storage bins that roll in and out 

from Homepro. 

HEADBOARD IT 

If your headboard was against the wall you could 

raise the shelving up starting at head height, then at 

the bottom of the storage unit you could use the free 

space to store items you didn’t want in plain view. 

Although it’s a little odd to have a bed centred in 

a room, you can get some great storage space by 

utilising the headboard as storage units and a talking 

piece at the same time! 

ONWARDS AND UPWARDS 

Think vertically. If you have high ceilings you can 

install deep shelves high above eye level. This kind 

of storage space works great for stuff you don’t need 

often, like luggage and boxes of off-season clothes. 

To avoid extending shelves into the room itself, 

consider removing some drywall and creating 

recessed spaces between the studs. You can add 

doors to enclose them or install shallow shelf inserts. 

If you have limited space around the bed, ditch the 

bedside tables in favour of a headboard with cabinets 

to hold lamps, books and glasses. Look for tall, 

narrow dressers and corner cabinets to stretch your 

small bedroom’s storage space. 


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Bay presents a new cool approach to exclusive tropical living. 

Features: 

• Car park with 4 lots 

• Common entrance lounge 

• Built to marine environment standard 

• Low consumption LED light features 

• Copper/Silver mineral pool treatment 

• Total villa size: 200-220m2 

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Mobile: +66 (o) 8 1893 5996 

www.jman-marina.com Email: info@jman-marina.com 

8/10 Moo 5 Bophut Koh Samui 84320 Thailand


Store It 

We all know the battle of storage we face, especially in the bedroom. Not enough room in your 

wardrobe, too many shoes cluttering the floor, no where to put the 'sometimes' outfits or those 

9 inch stilettos you wear once a year! Here are some great ideas to help you hide away the 

clutter and keep your bedroom free for you to enjoy with ease... 

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1. Millana Storage Bed - SB Design 2. Linette Dresser - SB Design 3. Hanging Jewellery Organiser - AMAZON 


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4. IKEA PS 2012 - IKEA 5. Skubb Storage Hanger - IKEA 6. Dilling Under Bed Storage Box - IKEA 

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inside & out l food for thought 

Mamma Mia! 

Sometimes we all crave a bit 

of home cooking and pasta is 

a wonderful comfort food that 

soothes the soul. Whether you 

are a meat lover or a vegetarian, 

lasagne is an easy and great 

way to indulge in a little bit of 

Italy. 

EASY BEEF LASAGNE 

Ingredients (serves 4) 

2 teaspoons olive oil 

1 brown onion, finely chopped 

2 garlic cloves, crushed 

600g lean beef mince 

1 large bottle tomato pasta sauce 

1/2 cup red wine 

1 teaspoon caster sugar 

250g packet dried lasagne pasta sheets 

2 cups thickened cream 

2 cups grated cheddar cheese 

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 


Instructions 

• Heat oil in a heavy-based saucepan over medium 

heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, for 3 

minutes or until onion is tender. Add mince. Cook, 

stirring with a wooden spoon to break up mince, 

for 8 minutes or until browned. 

• Add sauce, wine and sugar. Season with salt and 

pepper. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. 

Simmer, uncovered, for 40 minutes or until sauce 

has thickened. Remove from heat. 

• Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Lightly 

grease a 7cm-deep, 25cm (base) square baking 

dish. 

• Spoon 1/2 cup mince mixture over base of dish. 

Arrange one quarter of pasta sheets over meat 

mixture, breaking sheets to fit. Spoon one-third 

of the remaining mince mixture over pasta. Drizzle 

with one-quarter of the cream. Sprinkle with onequarter 

of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers 

twice. Top with remaining pasta sheets, cream and 

cheddar cheese. Sprinkle with parmesan. Cover 

loosely with foil. 

• Bake for 45 minutes then remove foil and bake for 

a further 15 minutes or until pasta is tender and 

cheese golden. 

• Stand for 10 minutes before serving.

EASY VEGGIE LASAGNE 

Ingredients 

2 teaspoons olive oil 

1 brown onion, finely chopped 

2 garlic cloves, crushed 

1 large bottle tomato pasta sauce 

250g packet dried lasagne pasta sheets 

250g container ricotta cheese 

250g package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and 

well drained 

1 egg 

1 ½ large grated carrots 

I ½ large sliced or grated zucchini 

2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 

1 cup mozzarella cheese 

1 cup grated parmesan cheese 

Tablespoon of dried or fresh oregano 

Instructions 

• Heat oil in a heavy-based saucepan over medium 

heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, for 3 

minutes or until onion is tender. 

• Add carrot, oregano, and pasta sauce until mixed 

through and take off heat. 

• Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Lightly 

grease a 7cm-deep, 25cm (base) square baking 

dish. 

• Mix ricotta, spinach, and eggs together in bowl 

• Spread half cup pasta sauce mixture in the bottom 

of 9 x 13 inch baking dish. 

• Layer lasagna noodles, half the remaining 

sauce mixture, half the ricotta mixture, half the 

zucchini, half of the sliced mushrooms, half of the 

mozzarella, and half of the parmesan. 

• Repeat layers with remaining ingredients. 

• Bake in oven for about 45 minutes. 

• Stand for 10 minutes before serving. 


THAI REVIVAL DESIGN 

ARCHITECTURE 

ThaiRevivalDesign.com 

American/Thai architectural firm offers new Thai style home designs 

with beautiful Thai rooflines, modern floor plans, maintainence 

free materials and affordable construction cost. 

International contact in US: 

Ralf Amsden 

Tel: 001-603-964-5180 

Thailand contact: 

Somporn Khovitoonkij 

Mobile: 089-612-0648


Bed - Cessorise 

No bedroom is complete without some unique finishing touches. You can use lamps, rugs, 

mirrors, throws, cushions and more to create a bedroom space that feels right for you. There 

are so many options out there, but don’t overdo it as you could end up with a room jampacked 

full of mismatched items. When decorating your bedroom...less is more. 

1. Alto Night table - SB Design 2. BIRGIT THROW - IKEA 3. KARIT BEDSPREAD & COVERS - IKEA 


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4. Ung Drill Mirror - IKEA 5. Engan Bedside Table - IKEA 6. Tived - IKEA 

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inside & out l outdoor living 

BUILDING YOUR OWN SALA 

PART 1 

You should plan and design the outdoor sala as to 

satisfy both your needs and tastes. Therefore, you 

should decide its dimensions and whether you want 

to add a bathtub, a deck or a barbecue, to make it 

suit your needs. The options are virtually unlimited, 

that is why we recommend you to take your time 

when planing its size and features. Nevertheless, 

you should remember that each extra-feature implies 

additional expenses, therefore you have to keep a 

balance between the benefits and costs. 

Choosing the right design for your sala is a tough 

decision, as there are many potential alternatives: 

on one hand, you can build an eight-sided sala, a 

rectangular construction or a simple to build square 

sala. 

This issue we start the basics of your sala and in 

following issues we will instruct you on how to install 

the floor and the roof. 


In order to start your sala, you will need the following: 

MATERIALS 

A – 4 tube forms, 4 adjustable anchors CONCRETE 

FOOTINGS 

B – 2 pieces of 2×6 lumber, 120” long, 2 pieces of 

2×6 lumber 123” long RIM JOISTS 

C – 1 piece of 2×6 lumber, 120” long MIDDLE JOIST 

D – 16 pieces of 2×6 lumber, 59 1/4” long JOISTS 

E – 18 pieces of 2×6 lumber, 14 1/2” long BLOCKING 

F – 9 pieces of 4×4 lumber 9´ long WOODEN POSTS 

G – 4 pieces of 4×4 lumber, 10´ long TOP RAIL 

H – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber, 102” long, 64º cuts at 

both ends HIP RAFTERS 

I – 4 pieces of 2×4 lumber, 79” long, 55º cuts at both 

ends COMMON RAFTERS 

J – 8 pieces of 2×4 lumber,42” long JACK RAFTERS 

K – 400 sq ft of 1/2” tongue and groove plywood 

ROOFING SHEETS 

L – 400 sq ft of roofing felt ROOFING 

UNDERLAYMENT 

M – 400 sq ft of asphalt shingles, nails 

ASPHALT SHINGLES 

N – 100 sq ft of 2×4 decking boards 

FLOORING 

O – 2×4 bottom and top rails; 2×2 

balusters 2 1/2´ long RAILINGS AND 

BALUSTERS 

cement, sand, gravel 

2 1/2” lag screws – to secure the posts 

4” screws – to secure the joists, the rails 

corner brackets – to lock the joists into 

place 

2 1/2” deck screws – to install the decking 

boards, the balusters, the roofing sheets 

6” screws – to secure the rafters 

1/2” roofing nails – to install the shingles 

Building a square sala is a complex 

woodworking project, but any amateur 

can pull it trough, provided he uses the 

right plans, techniques and tools. As you 

can see in the image, you have to install 

several posts, build the flooring, attach 

the roof and install the railings. Although 

it might look very complicated at first, you 

have to use a step by step approach and 

work with great judgement and attention.

Smart tip: Determine the amount of materials 

needed from the very beginning, otherwise you would 

waste many and time by going to the lumber store. 

In addition, make sure you use power tools in a good 

condition and having sharp blades. 

SALA LAYOUT 

The first step of the project is to lay out the sala, 

in a professional manner. Therefore, after you have 

selected a level area, you should mark the outline of 

the square sala, by using batter boards (made from 

2×4 lumber) and string. 

Smart tip: Measure the diagonals and adjust the 

position of the boards, until they are equal. Check 

each corner for squareness, by applying the wellknown 

3-4-5 rule. 

ANCHORING THE POST INTO 

CONCRETE 

There are several techniques to secure the 4×4 

wooden posts into place: locking them in concrete 

or using metal hardware. If you want to install the 

posts in concrete, you have to dig 2-3´ deep holes, 

compact a 2” layer of gravel and pour in 4” of 

concrete. Afterwards, place the post in the hole and 

plumb it with a spirit level. 

Make sure you brace the wooden posts in two 

directions, after plumbing them, otherwise it might 

move from position. 

INSTALLING SALA POSTS 

In order to anchor the four posts in a professional 

manner, you have to dig 3´ deep holes (12” in 

diameter), making sure the the holes are also 6” 

below the frost line. 

Pour and compact a 3” layer of gravel and install 

a tube form in each hole (alternatively, you could 

build a form with 2×4 boards). Mix a small quantity 

of concrete, fill the form and install the adjustable 

post anchors. 

SIMPLE SALA POSTS 

Use a straight edge and a spirit level, to make sure 

the four footings are perfectly aligned and horizontal. 

Let the concrete dry out for at least 48 hours before 

installing the 4×4 posts. 

Smart tip: Brace the posts before driving in the bolts 

/ screws and use a spirit level to make sure they are 

perfectly plumb and aligned. Work with great care 

and attention, if you want to get a professional result. 

Next issue we will cover Part 2...How to install the 

floor of your Sala.......... 

source: http://www.howtospecialist.com 


BAAN LAE LAY HV099 

PRICE : THB 29,000,000 

BANG PO VILLA 

PRICE : THB 45,000,000 

HV118 

Property Type : Ocean View Villa 

Location : Bang Po 

Land Size : 1,300 sq.m. 

Villa Size : 545 sq.m. 

No. of Bedrooms : 3 

Facilities 

and Gym 

: Private pool, Jacuzzi, 

Website : http://www.epsamui.com/ 

villa-for-sale-388.html 

BANG RAK VILLA HV120 

PRICE : THB 27,000,000 


Location : Bang Rak 

Land Size : 800 sq.m. 



Facilities : Private pool 



LUXURY REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS 


Location : Bophut 




Facilities : Private pool, Gym, 

Sauna and Stream room 

Website : http://www.epsamui. 

com/villa-for-sale-327.html 

BANG PO 

PRICE : THB 19,500,000 

HV107 






Facilities 

Generator 

: Private pool, Electric 



11/7 Moo1, Bophut, Koh Samui Suratthani 84320 Tel: +66 (0) 8 1968 3486, +66 (0)77 427 648 ext.108 www.epsamui.com Email: sales@epsamui.com

BAAN LING NOI HV084 

PRICE : THB 35,000,000 









The Emerald Residence HB057 

PRICE : THB 18,000,000 

Property Type : Beach Front Villa 





Facilities : Private pool, additional 1 

extra bedroom 



HEADLAND VILLA HB052 

PRICE : THB 27,750,000 

Property Type : Ocean Front Villa 

Location : Taling Ngam 




Facilities : Private pool and beach 

access 



LIPA NOI VILLA HG069 

PRICE : THB 12,000,000 

Property Type : Garden View Villa 

Location : Lipa Noi 








BANG PO VILLA HV121 

PRICE : THB 13,000,000 






Facilities : Private pool, Library 

room and optional for another bedroom 



Mountain View Home HG058 

PRICE : THB 10,500,000 

Property Type : Garden View Villa 

Location : Taling Ngam 




Facilities : Tropical Garden 

Landscape and Badminton Court 




LIPA NOI – 1.4 RAI B142 

PRICE : THB 33,000,000 

This beautiful piece of beach land is located 

in the south-west of the island. Featuring 

22 meters white sandy beach frontage with 

full infrastructure present. Benefiting from 

spectacular views to the West, and within a 

secure development with Chanote title. 

CHAWENG – 3,084 SQ.M. V175 

PRICE : THB 13,500,000 

Fantastic panoramic ocean views showing 

most of famous Chaweng Bay from these 

3,084 sqm. Located in one of the most 

privacy area which is on the top of the 

hillside area, and adjacent to Chaweng 

beach. This land is perfect for someone who 

would like breathtaking scenery the gulf of 

Thailand. 

THONG KRUT – 0.81 RAI B111 

PRICE : THB 15,000,000 

1300m2 Beach front Building plot with 21.9 

meters of frontage for sale. Title is “Chanote 

Title”, and has road access to the plot and 

electricity to the plot behind already. One 

of very few single building size beach plots 

currently available. We have a house design 

that would fit perfectly on this plot, inquire 

for more details. A very rare small beach plot 

available at a great price. 

BOPHUT – 1,376 SQ.M. V177 

PRICE : THB 4,000,000 

Breathtaking panoramic ocean views over 

looking Gulf of Thailand and view of Phangan 

Island. Perfect plot to build a dream luxury 

villa and great location for residence area. Just 

5 mins. to fisherman’ s village and 10 mins. to 

Famous Chaweng Area. Full access through 

the land with all mandatory infrastructure; 

water and electricity. Do not miss a chance 

to own this now!!! 


TALING NGAM – 3 RAI V173 

PRICE : THB 21,000,000 

3 rai (4,800 sqm.) stunning hillside land 

plot located in Taling gnam, exclusive and 

private area on the south west of the island. 

The land has sunset sea views across the south 

west coast of Koh Samui, views over Ang 

Thong National Marine Park and the famous 

Five Islands. Infrastructure in place; 3-phase 

electricity, concrete road and underground 

water. 

BOPHUT – 1564 SQ.M. V148 

PRICE : THB 4,250,000 

Located in bophut hill and close to bophut 

hill golf. This land surrounding by exclusive 

developments as sit on the best location of 

this area. Land come with 2 road acesses so 

multiple layout can be create. The owner got 

this land direct from original land owner and 

price is lower than the market value now. 


LEAM YAI – 26.3 RAI B005 

PRICE : On Application 

This land is located on the northwest headland of the island. The 

land is on the hillside but slopes towards the beachfront, with 420 

metres of beach frontage. The site has great sunset and sunrise 

views and panoramic sea views overlooking Koh Phangan to 

the north. It is 800 metres from the ring road and 13-km from 

Chaweng and the airport; about 10-15 minutes drive away. 

This land is perfect for a hotel/resort project or vacation 

villas because of the tranquility and privacy. Set in beautiful 

surroundings, lush tropical green hillside forest and 

landscaped with an array of coconut trees. The site comes 

with full utilities such as Electricity, Water and Infrastructure. 

There are 4 Title Deeds to this property. 3 are Chanote & 1 is Nor 

Sor 3 Gor. 



DHEVATARA RESIDENCE 

BEACH FRONT VILLAS 

PRICE : PRICE ON APPLICATION 

Property Type : Beach Front Villa 





Dhevatara Residence has been designed to maximize enjoyment 

of the Samui climate and completely encompasses the concept of 

the indoor/outdoor tropical living experience. It’s a villa where the 

natural, peaceful environment is an integral part of any stay. Large 

open terraces and garden areas; bi-folding glass doors creating a totally 

wall-less living space; a sizable infinity swimming pool, sala and the 

outdoor dining area all add to the freedom of the accommodation, 

in addition to the private entrance onto a tranquil stretch of beach. 



ealty in focus l property report 

Asia must act now to pave the way for green, 

resource-friendly cities or face a bleak and 

environmentally degraded future, says a new Asian 

Development Bank (ADB) report. 

“Asia has seen unprecedented urban population 

growth but this has been accompanied by immense 

stress on the environment,” said Changyong Rhee, 

ADB’s Chief Economist. “The challenge now is to 

put in place policies which will reverse that trend and 

facilitate the development of green technology and 

green urbanization.” 

In a special chapter of its flagship annual statistical 

publication, Key Indicators for Asia and 

the Pacific 2012, ADB examines the 

challenges and opportunities 

associated with the region’s 

breakneck urban boom. 

It also details measures 

needed to turn cities 

into environmentally 

sustainable, inclusive 

growth centers. 

Since the 1980s, 

Asia has been 

urbanizing at a faster 

rate than anywhere 

else, with the region 

already home to almost 

half of all the world’s city 

dwellers. In just over a 

decade, it will have 21 of 

37 megacities worldwide, and 

over the next 30 years another 1.1 

billion people are expected to join Asia’s 

already swollen urban ranks. 

This breakneck expansion has been accompanied 

by a sharp rise in pollution, slums, and widening 

economic and social inequalities which are causing 

rapid environmental degradation. Particularly 

disturbing are urban carbon dioxide emissions, which 

if left unchecked under a business-as-usual scenario, 

could reach 10.2 metric tons per capita by 2050, a 

level which would have disastrous consequences for 

both Asia and the rest of the world. 

Rising urban populations mean that over 400 million 

people in Asians cities may be at risk of coastal 

flooding and roughly 350 million at risk of inland 

flooding by 2025. Unless managed properly, these 


trends could lead to widespread environmental 

degradation and declining standards of living. 

The report notes that there is hope. The growth 

of cities can have many advantages, including 

critical masses of people in relatively small areas, 

making it easier and more cost effective to supply 

essential services like piped water and sanitation. 

Rising education levels, factories leaving cities, the 

growth of middle classes and declining birth rates 

typically associated with urbanization also have a 

broadly beneficial impact on resource use and the 

environment. 

ASIA’S 

BOOMING 

CITIES MUST 

GO GREEN OR RISK 

DISASTER - ADB 

STUDY 

Conservation and efficiency 

improvements will help. 

Many countries have 

begun diversifying their 

energy sources to 

include renewables 

and have been 

investing in energyefficient 

buildings 

and sustainable 

transport systems. 

Imposing congestion 

and emission charges, as 

in Singapore, and removing 

inefficient fuel subsidies, as 

in Indonesia, can make prices 

more fully reflect social costs. But the 

report says much more is needed, including the 

development and mainstreaming of new green 

technologies. Early examples are waste-to-energy 

conversion plants, as in the Philippines and Thailand, 

or “smart” electric grids. 

For urbanization to be not only green but inclusive, 

policy makers need to promote climate resilient cities, 

in order to prevent disasters like the 2011 Bangkok 

floods, and improve urban slum areas, the report 

points out. 

Source: www.adb.org


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BUILDING A VILLA IN 

KOH SAMUI OR KOH PHANGAN 

This article was written by 

Jeffrey Martin, 

Senior Associate of 

Limcharoen Hughes & Glanville 

(Samui). 

For further information, 

please contact 

our Koh Samui offices on 

(0) 84 714 8800 or 

e-mail jeffrey@limcharoen.com. 

Other offices located in 

Bangkok, Phuket, 

Ho Chi Minh City, Bali 

and coming soon, Hong Kong. 


Koh Samui and Koh Phangan have become recognized destinations for 

bouquet residential development projects. However, both islands also 

offer a variety of individualized single-standing villas and houses. Indeed, 

a number of property investors in Koh Samui and Koh Phangan elect to 

acquire raw land, and then have their envisioned dream home built upon that 

land, rather than invest in a serviced project. Investors are no doubt aware 

that the construction process carries uncertainty and risk, and noting that 

the cost of construction can often-times exceed the value of the underlying 

land (and that construction costs can escalate during the construction 

period), it is essential that investors are proactive in addressing these risks. 

This article addresses the basic legal and commercial issues associated 

with construction in Thailand. The reader should be aware that construction 

is inherently complex from both a legal and commercial perspective and 

therefore this article will not fully explore the relevant legal issues. Before 

commencing construction, and indeed before investing in raw land, it is 

essential to first consult with a legal advisor. 

PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATIONS 

Before investing in raw land, one should conduct full due diligence upon 

the land, including a full title investigation back to Sor Kor 1. It is particularly 

important to determine if the land has full legal rights of access, including 

access to electricity, water and sewage. Failure to investigate into these 

issues at an early stage may result in increased costs in the future, or an 

outright inability to utilize the finished property. In addition, it is essential 

to determine what “zone” the land falls within according to the Ministerial 

Regulations, issued under the command of Plantation Law, Koh Samui, 

Province of Suratthani B.E. 2549. The scope of construction is significantly 

limited in certain zones, and all zones carry height and footprint restrictions 

and required set-backs from the sea-line and water sources. Therefore 

before acquiring raw land, the savvy investor determines which zone the 

target land is located within and assesses the construction rules applicable 

to that zone. 

SOURCE A RELIABLE CONTRACTOR 

One of the primary risks associated with building upon raw land is the 

chance that the construction will not be completed on time or at all, or 

that it will be of poor quality. Common sense suggests that an investor can 

mitigate this risk by doing homework on the various contractors available, 

and selecting a contractor with an established positive track record in 

relation to the type of construction sought. Personal compatibility with the 

contractor is also important, noting that the relationship may be tested or 

strained if difficulties arise. 

CONSTRUCTION PERMIT 

It is necessary to obtain a construction permit to legally construct a 

building. While serving as evidence that the construction itself adheres to

the zoning regulations and other applicable laws, a validly issued construction permit also serves as evidence 

of ownership of the underlying building. Care should therefore be taken to ensure that the building permit is 

issued to an appropriate person as it will serve as prima facie evidence that such person owns the building 

post construction. The local authorities do not generally issue construction permits for the benefit of foreign 

individuals or entities, and therefore foreigners wishing to establish personal ownership of a building post 

construction will generally be required to register a transfer of the building to their name, or the name of an 

appointed foreign entity, which will entail land office registration fees and taxes. 

CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT 

It is a trite recommendation, although so often neglected: investors should enter into a written construction 

agreement with the contractor before work is commenced. As noted above, construction is itself a complex area 

of law and therefore any construction agreement should be prepared or reviewed by a legal advisor specializing 

in construction matters. Noting the complexity of construction agreements, any attempt to provide a full survey 

of a construction agreement in this article would be futile. However, a few terms might be highlighted, in addition 

to the terms discussed elsewhere in this article. For instance, a construction agreement should clearly identify 

the target land, the parties and the works (including detailed building plans, descriptions of the materials and 

future bill of quantities); include any warranties and guarantees agreed by the parties; provide for payment and 

procurement of insurance on the construction site; apportion the applicable taxes on construction; and contain 

the appropriate default, termination and dispute resolution terms - amongst other terms. 

CONSTRUCTION MILESTONES AND DEADLINE 

The construction agreement should provide for payments following specific construction milestones, and 

following inspection of those milestones. Ideally, the majority of the contract price should be settled towards 

the end of the construction process. Furthermore, a percent of the contract price should be held back from 

each milestone payment, and paid out only after the completion process, including a snag check and post 

completion repairs. It may be possible to retain the holdback until the expiry of a warranty period. These steps 

can mitigate the risks of poor or incomplete construction by providing a significant economic incentive onto the 

contractor to progress quality construction, and by allowing the investor to cease payments if the contractor 

fails to perform adequately. The construction agreement should also provide specific completion deadlines, and 

impose penalties on the contractor for failing to comply, although some flexibility and provision for extensions 

and variations should be considered. 

ExCHANGE RATE RISKS 

It is important to consider the exchange rate risks associated with construction in cross-border settings. 

Exchange rate risks arise where the construction agreement provides for stages payments in one currency, 

namely Thai Baht, while the investor’s funds are primarily held in another currency. Currency fluctuations over 

the construction period can be significant and therefore it is essential that the investor take steps to mitigate 

currency exchange risks. Currency exchange risks may be mitigated by capping the exchange rate (or setting 

a range of exchange rates) in the construction agreement, or by hedging against the risk using designated 

financial instruments. However, the simplest way to protect against this risk is to transfer all or a significant 

portion of the contract price into Thailand prior to, or in the early stages of construction. 


ealty in focus l tax corner 

BAD DEBTS - PART II 

DUENSING KIPPEN 

is a multi-service boutique 

law firm specializing in 

property and corporate/ 

commercial matters and 

dispute resolution proceedings 

arising therefrom. 

DUEINSING KIPPEN 

is also the only such firm 

in Thailand that compliments 

its property and 

corporate/commercial legal 

expertise with a core 

tax law practice. 

DUENSING KIPPEN 

can be reached at: 

samui@duensingkippen.com 

or for more information 

please visit them at: 

www.duensingkippen.com 


In Part I of this two part article we noted the importance for your company 

to comply with the legal requirements to “write-off” uncollectable or “Bad 

Debts” so that your company would not be required to pay income tax 

on these uncollected monies. And we saw that under Section 65 of the 

Thailand Revenue Code (“RC”) and Ministry of Finance regulation No. 186 

(1991) (“MR”) in order for Bad Debts to be written-off they generally my 

have (1) arisen from your company’s business and (2) it must not be too late 

to file a court action to collect them. 

Now we look at the rest of requirements under the MR to write-off Bad 

Debts. These additional requirements are further outlined in the following 

clauses of the MR and in doing so the debts are categorized by amount 

as follows: 

(i) debt(s) by a debtor exceeding Thai Baht 500,000 (Clause 4 MR); 

(ii) debt(s) by a debtor between Thai Baht 100,000 and Thai Baht 500,000 

(Clause 5 MR); and 

(iii) debt(s) by a debtor not exceeding Thai Baht 100,000 (Clause 6 MR) 

Different conditions for a write-off are applicable for the different categories. 

The strictest requirements are applicable to category (i). MR Clause 4 

requires: 

(1) “[d]emands for payment have been made and the matter has been 

pursued to the extend suitable to the case of such acts being expressly 

recorded and yet debts remain unsettled (...)” because “(a) the debtor died, 

is missing or proved to be missing and has no property to pay the debts or 

(b) the debtor dissolved his business, and the debt due from him to the other 

creditors with preceding preferential rights over his entire properties exceed 

the value thereof”; and either 

(2)(a) a civil action has been brought against the debtor and after a court 

order or injunction the debtor does not have sufficient property to settle 

the debts; or 

(2)(b) a bankruptcy action has been brought against the debtor and a 

compromise has been reached with the debtor with court approval or 

the debtor has been adjudged bankrupt and the first lot of the debtor’s 

properties have been shared out.

With regard to category (ii) debts, pursuant to MR Clause 5, the conditions for a write-off are the same as those 

for category (i) debt but that with regard to the requisite civil court proceedings it is sufficient that the court has 

accepted the plaint. Whereas with regard to the relevant alternative bankruptcy proceedings, the action against 

the debtor needs only to have been accepted by the court. However, in this case category (ii) debts, it is also 

required that the director or managing director of the juristic company creditor issue an order within 30 days 

from the last day of the relevant accounting period authorising the write-off of the Bad Debt. 

Finally for category (iii) debts the requirement are the least strict. Pursuant to MR Clause 6, it is not necessary 

to comply with the requirements in MR Clauses 4 and 5. Court proceedings, for example, are not required. 

Rather, it is sufficient that “demands for payment have been made and that the matter has been pursued to the 

extent suitable to the case, and yet debts remains unsettled” provided that any court action in relation to the 

debt would entail higher costs in relation to the court proceedings than the amount expected to be recovered. 

The final requirement is that once the creditor has complied with all above mentioned rules and regulations 

the creditor must write-off the receivable as a Bad Debt expense in the same accounting period. However, in 

case of a category (ii) debt, the accounting period in which this must be done is the accounting period when 

the relevant court accepts the civil complaint or the bankruptcy petition. 

To manage the risk of unnecessary tax liabilities in connection with Bad Debts you should continually monitor 

company’s accounts receivable in order to keep abreast of its various debts and determine when and what 

action is appropriate and as needed competent tax counsel should be consulted directly. 


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island scoop 


SEARA EXPANDS 

Sport Engineering And Recreation Asia Ltd recently held the grand opening of their 

Eastern Seaboard Regional Office and Show Room on the Sukhumvit highway in 

Jomtien , Pattaya. 

The event was well attended by area hospitality, real estate, architectural, and 

governmental people from the Pattaya area and the expansion and inclusion of a new 

office in Pattaya will help service a broader area of Thailand. 

Sports Engineering and Recreation Asia Ltd. (Seara) specializes in the design, 

development, and installation of international standard sports, recreation, and fitness 

facilities. The company provides its products and services to many market sectors 

including health and fitness facilities, private clubs, educational institutions, hotels and 

resorts, property developments commercial and retail clients as well as governmental 

projects. 

Operating from a Bangkok base since 1991 and servicing Koh Samui and Koh 

Phangan, Seara has extensive experience and professional expertise in the planning, 

installation and development, and management of recreational and leisure facilities 

with world standard products, earning it the reputation as the leader in its unique field 

of business.

LEGAL SEMINAR – 9 TH AUGUST 2012 AT BEACH REPUBLIC 

On Thursday the 9th August 2012, Limcharoen Hughes & Glanville hosted 

the second of a series of legal seminars at Beach Republic in Lamai, Koh 

Samui which was well attended by real estate developers, agents, serious 

investors along with ex-pats and retirees. 

The topic of the seminar was “Investing in a Limited Thai Company: 

revealing the risks and common misconceptions”, and focused on using 

a Thai company to invest in real estate. Amongst other issues, the seminar 

addressed the key specifications of a Thai company, namely, that a Thai 

company must consist of at least three shareholders, the majority of whom 

must be Thai individuals or entities, who must collectively hold at least 

51% of the shares, and who cannot be mere “nominees” holding shares 

on behalf of the foreign investors. 

Jeffrey Martin stated “We were very pleased with our second seminar 

at Beach Republic. There was certainly an increase in the number of 

attendees from the last seminar, and overall the attendees were much 

more involved in the presentation. Our firm plans to host a legal seminar roughly every three months at different 

locations around the island, in hopes of attracting more and more attendees.” 

Limcharoen Hughes & Glanville is a leading international law firm, with offices in Samui, Bangkok, Phuket, Ho 

Chi Minh City, Bali and coming soon Hong Kong, and has expertise in high end real estate transactions and 

foreign direct investment in Thailand. 

SAMUI INTERNATIONAL JAZZ MUSIC FESTIVAL 

CELEBRATES IT’S 3RD YEAR RUNNING 

From 14th through until the 20th October this unique event, open to the public, enjoys the diversity of Jazz 

Music in convivial tropical surroundings. 

For the 3rd year, 40 exceptional Thai and international artists, from 10 different nations, will come to Koh Samui 

to perform at stunning beach side locations around the island and will enchant the visitors with relaxed Jazz 

tunes. 

Five days of Concerts at Hotel Venues (entrance fee 500 THB): 

• 14 Oct. Amari Palm Reef Chaweng 

• 15 Oct. Rocky Boutique Resort Lamai 

• 16 Oct. The Library Koh Samui 

• 17 Oct. Nora Buri Resort & Spa 

• 18 Oct. Anantara Bophut Resort & Spa 

• 19th/20th October: Two days free concerts at the ‘Main Stage’ 

on Chaweng Beach at the Beachfront of Amari Palm Reef Hotel. 

Don’t miss out on an amazing opportunity to enjoy soul soothing tunes surrounding by Koh Samui’s tropical 

beauty. 


ealty in focus l developer in-view 


INTO THE 

HORIZON... 

Horizon Homes has garnered a reputation for being 

one of the most experienced and design-forward fullservice 

Developer and Agent’s on Koh Samui. 

Open for over 7 years, and having completed over 17 

properties with two more in development for 2012, 

Horizon now supports 28 staff in their Construction 

Company, 20 staff in their Maintenance Division and 

7 staff servicing their Estate Agency. 

The island of Koh Samui offers a wide variety of 

luxurious villas and apartments to cater for everyone’s 

needs. Acting as both a developer and real estate 

agency, the agency side of the business focusses 

on villa/apartment rentals and sales and represents 

private residences all around the island ,with a 

concentration of activity on the North East coast with 

their own development aptly named, Horizon Villas. 

The rental of villas and apartments is highly popular 

due to their privacy and relaxed atmosphere and 

many of the villas and apartments Horizon represents 

come with all the amenities you’d expect to find in 

hotels - including pools, direct beach access and 

amazing views. 

As well as estate services, Horizon Homes boasts 

its own Maintenance Division including gardeners, 

pool cleaners, maids and more keeping the villas 

immaculate both inside and out (whether there are 

guests staying or not) giving both owners and guests 


peace of mind that their property will be maintained to 

the highest of standards. An airport transfer service is 

also on offer for all guests or owners visiting Samui. 

Luxury villas are located across the island of Samui 

offering various qualities such as amazing landscapes 

with panoramic views, beach locations or just peace 

and tranquillity. These stunning homes are popular 

with people who want to escape every day life in 

exchange for unforgettable holiday or residential 

experiences. There are many highlights to Horizon’s 

developments for anyone looking to invest in the 


Samui island lifestyle, such as prime area locations 

that include walking distance to a swimmable beach, 

restaurants, shops, gated secure community as well 

as rapid rental returns, hassle-free investment with an 

in-house maintenance team preserving the upkeep 

of your villa , high quality of construction (high end 

standard) and development license, as well as a 

large team of friendly staff who are always more than 

happy to assist. 

The Development side of the business offers their 

own in-house construction/engineer/architect team

allowing Horizon to easily monitor all builds, closely 

overseeing the design ensuring a unified aesthetic 

(with all Garden Villas sporting light grey roofs and 

white colour external walls, while their Sea View 

Villas don brown roofs and white colour external 

walls) and an unparalleled standard of construction 

across the board. 

Horizon’s Garden Villas are a natural fit for anyone 

looking for an investment property as they generally 

generate more consistent rental returns than 

their Sea View Villas (7-8% as opposed to 5-6%). 

Horizon’s Sea View Villas are better suited for those 

looking to reside on the island full-time or spend a 

significant amount of time in Samui per year. 

Horizon has recently completed several villas that are 

ideal for those looking to invest or live on the stunning 

island of Koh Samui and to explore your options... 

19G 

A single storey, stunningly designed three-bedroom 

Garden Villa which is ideal for families. Even though it 

has not been designed to have any, it also has partial 

sea views which cannot be obstructed (Horizon 

never allow the obstruction of any sea views on site). 

Although this property has just been purchased, 

Horizon have three similar properties completed 

with two more for sale (off-plan), priced at 14.5 

Million THB. 

37S 

A two storey, three-bedroom property with sea views. 

This type of villa bridges the price gap between a 

Garden Villa and a Sea View Villa (we have one plot 

of land left upon which we could build a similar villa 

for 17.5 Million THB, land and house). 

17S 

The crème de la crème of villas, this is the latest 

addition to the Horizon Villas portfolio with exceptional 

sea views (it has actually been designed so that each 

bedroom has a view!). Ideal for those who enjoy a 

luxury lifestyle, 17S boasts 4 bedrooms and is the 

perfect high-end luxury villa that affords you privacy 

alongside all the facilities you seek in a home. 

For more information on Horizon Homes rental, 

investment or maintenance services, please 

visit www.horizonhomes-samui.com for more 

information. 


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HOW TO FIND YOUR PERFECT ISLAND RETREAT 

Villa rental is fast becoming the preferred holiday accommodation 

option for a vast majority of vacationers to Koh Samui and Koh 

Phangan. 

Renting a villa as a family or group of friends can 

prove far more economical in the long run than hotel 

accommodation and can afford you the luxury and 

privacy you seek on a holiday without breaking the 

bank. 

For longer term lets, there is a multitude of options from 

private owners to agent lets ranging from basic to 6 

star luxury – all you need to do is spend some time 

finding the right villa for your long-term living needs. 

Holiday villas are generally fully furnished and include 

a full western kitchen with appliances, towels and bed 

linens, water and electricity and will normally include a 

maid service who will come once or more a week to 


change linen and tidy the villa, as well as a maintenance 

person to take care of the gardens and pool if included. 

There are a host of other optional services on offer such 

as a private chef, babysitting, pre-arrival shopping, 

laundry, driver or car hire, butler, island tours, personal 

training, massage and spa treatments, Thai cooking 

lessons...simply do your research and ask lots of 

questions when selecting your villa to see what is 

available to you during your stay. 

If booking your villa from outside of Thailand, it 

may be wise to use one of the more established 

and recognised agents to ensure you are getting 

what you pay for. While it may seem cheaper to go 

directly through the home-owner, agencies usually

Samui Beach Village 

VILLA LETTING AGENTS 

have representatives in Samui and Phangan who 

can advocate on your behalf. That can include minor 

repairs or even moving you to another property if you’re 

not satisfied with your original choice. That’s something 

that the owner can’t help you with. 

Prices can vary greatly depending on the location of 

the villa (closer to the beach or beach-front means you 

will pay for the access and view!), the size/bedroom 

numbers, the facilities, services and the standard of 

the villa - with several levels of luxury available! There 

are hundreds of villas available on the islands starting 

from basic, mid-level, luxury and beyond – it’s truly 

reliant on your budget and your requirements - either 

way, you will not be stuck for choice. 

Generally a deposit of 50% or more is required to 

secure the villa of your choice prior to your holiday 

and the remainder paid in full upon arrival, this may 

vary from agent to agent. Read the rental agreement 

very carefully to make sure you understand what’s 

provided as well as any and all conditions, exclusions, 

inclusions, costs and penalties. 

When you decide on the ideal holiday villa to suit your 

needs, you can relish in the fact that you will enjoy 

privacy, space and of course the beautiful tropical 

surrounds of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Happy 

holidaying! 

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ealty in focus l personal profile 

DECKCHAIR ASIA 

We talk to Mark Currie of Deckchair Asia and find out how and why 

this full service company of geeks came to be.... 

When did you move to Samui? 

In 2003 I was lucky enough to take a year off and 

travel the world I based my trip where my friends lived 

and one of my friends lived here on Samui, I went to a 

lot of different places but thought.....I could live here! 

What made you move to Samui? 

For the first six months of my time here I wasn’t 

working so I thought either go back to London to find 

work or live on Samui for 6 months doing nothing...... 

was a pretty simple choice really. 

Who is Deckchair Asia? 

A collection of web programmers, graphic designers, 

content writers, SEO specailists. Basically a load of 

geeks. 


Where did the name Deckchair Asia come from? 

2 things. One, I live on a island and secondly - the 

deckchair itself is a weird and wonderful design. 

When did you get involved in design and online? 

I have been involved with the internet for about 15 

years now, I was a partner in a agency in London 

that grew to be huge, it began as fun but became 

too much stress, so I sold my stake in 2003 and did 

one around the world. 

What does Deckchair provide? 

Our list of services are endless – we can deliver 

Hosting & Email Services, Print Services, Web 

hosting, Domain name research, Advertising, Search 

Engine Optimisation, Copy writing, Graphic Design, 

Video Production, Social Media, Web Design, 

Branding & Logos, Original Online Content and 

Brochures....just to name a few!

What is the strangest design job you have been 

asked to do? 

I would say any sort of PHP database work is the 

hardest to do, it’s mind bending code, the strangest 

job would have to be back when I worked in London 

we did a lot of gorilla marketing, I dressed up as an 

hooligan & ran around Covent Garden. 

What is your favourite part about the design 

process? 

Getting the job done, then getting paid. 

Are all your clients from Samui? 

No, our clients from all over the world. 

Who are your major type of clients? 

They are various clients, Villas with Samui Villas and 

Homes but we also have a recruiment client, 5 star 

hotel in Luang Prabang client, Mekong River Cruise 

client, solar power client, we even have a client that 

make portable heated seats called hotbott www. 

hotbott.com 

Do you see the design world changing and 

what more do you see Deckchair Asia doing in 

the future? 

Yes 100% it’s changing all the time. Five years ago 

social media wasn’t around and Flash was the darling 

of animation. You have to keep on your toes or you 

get left behind!! 


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VILLA KYA WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF 

There are many villas in Koh Samui, most of which are 

stunning yet not all manage to combine indulgence 

coupled with privacy or exude that utter WOW factor. 

Villa Kya is what dreams are made of. Its spacious 

design and unparalleled location make this villa one 

of the most sought after hillside retreats in Bophut. 

Set amongst sprawling lawns and exotic tropical 

gardens, with a stunning pool oasis, this fourbedroom 

villa has been designed to encourage 

guests to relax, unwind and dissolve the stresses of 


everyday life in a beautiful tropical island setting with 

captivating views of Bophut, Big Buddha and Samui’s 

sister isle, Koh Phangan. 

The uniqueness of this residence draws on 

contemporary and traditional influences with a true 

understanding of living in the tropics and the desire 

for a cool alfresco lifestyle fused with comfort, blurring 

the divisions of indoor and outdoor living, creating the 

ultimate holiday home in spectacular surroundings. 

This expansive villa, combines modern luxury with

tropical elegance to deliver a sophisticated sanctuary 

perfect for groups of friends, special events or a 

peaceful family retreat 

Resting on an impressive three quarters of a Rai in the 

idyllic palm tree hills of Bophut, guests are privileged 

to an incredible amount of space. The stunning infinity 

pool and pool deck, is a stand-out feature in Villa 

Kya, with its soft organic shapes and endless views. 

A small shaded shallow pool is encompassed in the 

design, ideal for young children, with parents close by 

on the sundeck, chill lounge or dining sala for peace 

of mind and ease. This shallow pool cascades into 

the large infinity edged pool, drenched in beautiful 

Photos courtesy of lesleyfisherphotography.com 

panoramic island vistas, perfect for laps or just simply 

for having a much-needed cooling refreshing swim. 

The gorgeous swim up bar is a welcome addition to 

any pool area and becomes a real hub of activity in 

this incredibly well thought out design. Sunset drinks 

are a huge focal point of the pool bar and with a 

delicious cocktail in hand the third pool with reclining 

terrazzo bench seats in this beautiful setting is the 

perfect spot to watch the kaleidoscopic patterned 

skies as the sun bids farewell to another tropical 

island day. 

Large open-air living spaces are integral to the design 

- close to the pool deck is the exquisitely designed 


Chill Lounge offering a unique space for guests to 

kick back and relax on the sumptuous sofas listening 

to chill out tunes under the cooling fans enabling 

guests to freely enjoy the tropical Thai climate, inhale 

the fragrant smells of the garden and marvel at 

the breathtaking views in utter peace and privacy. 

The Dining Sala, also located at the pool deck, is 

the ultimate dining venue. Refreshing sea breezes 

keep this area cool and it makes an ideal spot for 

breakfast, the perfect beginning to any holiday. The 

Moon Terrace, located close to the living room is an 

outstanding feature of the villa – a luxurious custom 

designed circular sofa seating, with music of your 

choice filling the air, there really is no better evening 

venue for holiday fun. 

The stunning living room with vaulted ceilings, 

concertina doors onto the large dining terrace and 

exquisite bespoke furnishings create a graceful 

interior offering an abundance of space, natural light 

and another separate place to relax. Guests can 

enjoy a surround sound movie or surf the Internet on 

the 50” flat screen Smart TV whilst reclining on the 

gorgeous sumptuous surround sofa seating. 

The well appointed high end kitchen with outside 

sofa seating terrace drenched in unfolding views, is 

as always the heart of the home. Guests can enjoy 

cooking or if they prefer staff are on hand to create 

some delicious culinary Thai delights to tickle the 

taste buds. 


THE VILLA IS DESIGNED OVER 

3 FLOORS AND IS BUILT ON AN 

ARC SO AS TO MAxIMIzE THE 

INCREDIBLE PANORAMIC VIEWS 

Level 1 (road level) 

A large circular entrance opens up to a stunning 

vaulted ceiling living room and kitchen with a butterfly 

affect meeting the open plan entrance hall, which has 

gorgeous glass roofing. The living room is to the right 

side of the entrance hall and is an impressive size with 

oversized concertina doors disappearing to the sides, 

creating a seamless division between the living room 

and dining terrace, engulfed in breathtaking views of 

the azure Gulf of Thailand. 

Moving from the dining terrace to the furthest point 

of the arc we have the moon terrace. This expansive 

terrace with its circular design is a beautiful feature 

point containing its custom made circular sofa 

seating for 20. 

To the left of the entrance hall is the large well 

appointed kitchen. Once again concertina doors 

disappear fusing the kitchen area with the large 

terrace where there is sumptuous sofa seating with 

glass coffee table. The kitchen is of a high-end 

western standard with all the appliances and features 

of a top-notch gourmet kitchen. A stunning picture 

window above the sink lends a dramatic statement

to this gorgeously designed kitchen with breakfast 

bar and interactive seating, enhancing the heart of 

the home feel. 

Level 2 

4 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms are located on 

the lower level 2. Each of the 4 bedrooms have been 

lovingly furnished, accented with colour and mosaic’s 

completed with delightful attention to detail to create 

gorgeous bedroom sanctuaries with breathtaking 

panoramic vistas as your backdrop. The master 

bedroom also features an outdoor circular terrazzo 

bath with candle lit chandelier lighting for that truly 

romantic ambiance. 

Level 3 

Guests have already coined this stunning pool oasis 

as the ‘ultimate’ villa pool. A true feature of the villa 

this expansive garden and pool deck featuring an 

impressive 3 tiered terrazzo pool with swim up pool 

bar and unfolding views is one of the most popular 

areas of the villa. The covered chill lounge with Asian 

fused Moroccan influences with sumptuous sofa 

seating and excellent music system is a lovely spot to 

chill, out of the heat, yet remaining part of the poolside 

action. The unbeatable round dining sala with cooling 

sea breezes and breathtaking views of the bays and 

surrounding islands and of course of the villa, is the 

perfect spot for dining at any time of day. The large 

garden area is ideal for kid’s games like badminton 

or perhaps the hammock strung up to the frangipani 

trees is the spot for chilled daytime relaxing, the 

spaces are truly versatile. 

Villa Kya offers guests the best of both worlds, 

combining the individually-designed, spacious and 

elegant sanctuary situated in a lush palm tree hillside 

for that peaceful idyllic retreat like feel, yet guests can 

enjoy easy access to all of the island has to offer in the 

blink of an eye. For a relaxing break, a family catchup 

or a group of friends getting together, this villa is 

is ideal and is definitely what dreams are made of. 

www.villakya.com 


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Impiana 

Inspiration 

Impiana Resort is the ideal place to unwind and 

relax; shedding your daily woes and renewing the 

energy you’ve lost along the way. At Impiana Resort 

Chaweng Noi, you can get a massage to sooth those 

aching shoulders at Swasana Spa, have a drink and 

a few laughs at Tamarind Bar & Lounge or dine in 

decadence at their beachside restaurant, Sabai, and 

be wowed by Chef Tommy Garrett and his divine 

taste sensations. 

Tommy Garrett moved to the island over 4 years ago 

and brought with him his passion for fine food and 

quality produce. Having trained with world-renowned 

Chef's Paul Gayler, Richard Guest and Nick Fisher, 

Tommy's attention to detail, flavour combinations and 


love of food is what led him to be selected to cook 

for the Queen of England herself! 

Most recently Chef Tommy, together with Siam 

Winery hosted an exquisite wine dinner at Sabai 

Restaurant in August 2012, showcasing Tommy's 

unparalleled skill in the kitchen as well as some 

perfect wine pairings from Siam Winery. 

The menu itself gives you just some idea of what 

culinary delights can be enjoyed at Sabai and what 

Chef Tommy can entice you with. Starting with a 

Fine de Claire Oyster, poached in Champagne butter 

sauce with cucumber spaghetti and keta caviar, 

partnered with the fresh crispness of Cassillero Del

Diablo, Sparkling Chardonnay from Chile – it was a 

perfect beginning to any meal. 

Followed by plump seared sea scallops accompanied 

by cauliflower purée, garden peas and red wine 

reduction, Chef Tommy understands that the 

introductory offerings should be light yet balanced 

in their flavour profiles. Moving forward Chef Tommy 

prepared a Duck Consommé with confit of duck 

gateaux, pearl barley, roasted duck and finished off 

with truffle cream which showed a depth of flavour 

and the intense richness of the duck playing off 

against the Cassillero Del Diablo, Pinot Noir 2010. 

A light break of a sweet yet tart lemongrass sorbet 

to refresh the palate, the main of Grilled Veal Chop 

quickly followed and brought the meal to its pinnacle. 

Served with glazed onions, scallion mash and apple 

purée, the combination proved successful and was 

a delightful pairing to the 2009 MacGuigan Shortlist 

Shiraz from Australia. 

With no meal complete without a sweet finish, 

Tommy's Dark Chocolate Parfait with hot apple 

compote, crispy crumble and black pepper 

strawberry gave guests an impeccable end to an 

amazing night of culinary delights. 

Chef Tommy Garrett exquisite creations can be 

enjoyed at Impiana's Sabai restaurant 7 days a 

week, and for those of you lucky enough to attend 

any of his special dinner nights – you are in for a treat 

beyond words! 


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WATER 

SAVING WAYS 

FOR YOUR HOME 

Without water, all of us would be…well…not here. It is the most essential 

requirement of life on earth and as time goes on, it is becoming harder to 

find around the world. The islands have suffered both floods and droughts, 

that being said, there are a few things you can do to lessen your impact on 

the world’s water supply. 

Check your taps for leaks. If you have a leaky tap that drips only once per 

second or so, you are wasting almost 4 litres of water per day. Combine all 

the leaky taps around the world.....insane! 

Fill up the sink. If you don’t have a dishwasher and do your dishes by hand, 

then just fill up one side of the sink with soapy water and the other side 

with clean water, or just turn the tap on when you need to rinse each dish. 

Use your washing machine only when you have a full load of laundry 

to do. Doing a few half loads during the week just because it is convenient 

for you wastes so much water. 

Turn off the tap when you are brushing your teeth. This is a huge waste 

of water as you stand there staring at yourself in the mirror. Get some water 

on your toothbrush and turn the water off until you need to rinse. 

Take showers instead of baths. Filling up a bathtub takes a LOT of water. 

A quick 3-4 minute shower should be all you need. 

Use a low-flow shower head. Low-flow shower heads use air to make 

it feel like a regular shower head, so you don’t lose much pressure at all. 

Shaving at the sink? Turn off the tap Just fill up the basin, pop in the 

plug, and rinse your razor off in the water until you are all done shaving. 

Since shaving takes a little while, leaving the water running the entire time 

can waste so much water that you are not even using. 

Don’t use your toilet as an bin. Every time you flush a cigarette butt, facial 

tissue or other small bit of trash, 19 to 26 litres of water is wasted. 

Put something in the back of your toilet tank to displace some of the 

water. Be it a plastic bottle full of rocks or something else heavier than water, 

displacing even a litre of water for every flush will help save more. And no, 

you won’t lose any flushing power. 

Just because the water comes out of the tap at your house easily, doesn’t 

mean that other people around the world are as lucky. Water is such an 

important resource and one that is becoming more and more scarce. So 

be considerate to the planet and start doing your bit, just by doing some of 

the above will make a huge impact on the planet and our water reserves! 


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SAVE WATER 

ON THE 

OUTSIDE! 

Along with inside the home, there are ways to cut 

down on water use in your garden and around the 

home without damaging your plants or grass or 

reducing the cleanliness of your surrounds. Follow 

these tips to reduce your water use outside the house 

and watch your water bill go down and your impact 

on the planet go positive! 

• Water your lawn only when it needs it 

A good way to see if your lawn needs watering is 

to step on the grass. If it springs back up when you 

move, it doesn’t need water. If it stays flat, the lawn 

is ready for watering. Letting the grass grow taller (to 

3”) will promote water retention in the soil. 

• Deep-soak your lawn 

When watering the lawn, do it long enough for the 

moisture to soak down to the roots where it will do the 

most good. A light sprinkling can evaporate quickly, 

especially in the islands heat and tends to encourage 

shallow root systems. Hot tip! Put an empty tuna can 


on your lawn - when it’s full, you’ve watered about 

the right amount. 

• Water during the early parts of the day 

Early morning is generally better than dusk since it 

helps prevent the growth of fungus. Early watering, 

and late watering, also reduce water loss to 

evaporation. Watering early in the day is also the 

best defense against garden pests. 

• Try not to water when it’s windy 

Wind can blow hose water and sprinklers off target 

and speed evaporation. 

• Use efficient watering systems for shrubs, 

flower beds and lawns 

You can greatly reduce the amount of water used 

for shrubs, beds and lawns with strategic placement 

of soaker hoses, rain barrel catchment systems and 

simple drip-irrigation systems.

• Plant drought-resistant shrubs and plants 

Many beautiful shrubs and plants thrive with far less 

watering than other species. Replace herbaceous 

perennial borders with native plants. 

• Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants 

Mulch will slow evaporation of moisture while 

discouraging weed growth. 

• Don’t run the hose while washing your car 

Clean the car using a bucket of soapy water. Use the 

hose only for rinsing. 

• Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways 

and sidewalks 

• Check for leaks in pipes, hoses, faucets and 

couplings 

Leaks outside the house may not seem as bad 

since they’re not as visible. But they can be just as 

wasteful as leaks indoors. Check frequently to keep 

them drip-free. 

• Use a Pool Cover 

Without a swimming pool cover, more than half the 

water in your pool can possibly evaporate in one year. 

Using a cover regularly reduces evaporation by 90 to 

95%. Without a cover, an 18’x36’ pool loses about 1 

inch of water per week. 

• Lower the Pool’s Water Level 

Besides conserving water, keeping a lower water 

level in the pool helps reduce water loss from extreme 

splashing and boisterous water play. It’s a good idea 

to keep the water level 1 inch above the bottom of the 

pool tile. Try to discourage swimmers from splashing 

by explaining to them that the water needs to stay 

in the pool. 

• Backwash Pool Filters Only When Necessary 

Obviously, backwashing filters uses extra water. Keep 

the pool and filters clean to reduce the frequency 

of backwashing. Only backwash long enough for 

the water in the sight glass to run clean. Frequent 

backwashing can reduce the effectiveness of the 

filters. 

• Reuse Backwash or Dechlorinated Waste Pool 

Water on Lawns & Shrubs 

Empty the filter backwash onto lawns and shrubs or 

collect it to reuse. 

• Strategic Poolside Landscaping 

Plant pool-area shrubs and use fences or privacy 

screening as barriers or to help reduce water loss 

from wind evaporation. Decreasing the occurrence 

and amount of wind going across the pool will cut 

down on evaporation. 


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COOL FOR 

CATS... 

A cat that becomes overheated in hot weather can 

suffer from dehydration, shallow breathing, and can 

even get heatstroke. Keeping your cat cool is an 

important part of ensuring that he/she stays happy, 

especially if there's a heat wave....and we all know 

ourselves what those feel like on the islands! 

KEEP YOUR CAT CALM 

A cat that is running about too much during a really 

hot day or during a heatwave will soon become 

exhausted and dehydrated. Encourage it to calm 

down by providing a relaxed, indoor place that is both 

cool and darkened (see the next step). Do not initiate 

play when it is in an agitated state; you may need to 

sit with it, for a bit, to help it self-calm. 

CREATE A RETREAT 

This is a place where your cat can retreat to and relax 

and feel safe. It is simple to make – place a cardboard 

box on its side and put it somewhere that is quiet and 

out of the way such as in a closet, behind a chair, 

or near a cool spot in the house. Line it with a terry 

towel or other cotton, breathable natural fabric that 

is not too warm. Stick an ice pack inside a sock and 

place it into the snug retreat underneath the towel for 

added cooling effect. Another good idea is to place 

towels or sheets over the spots the cat usually likes 

to sit, to create a cool barrier between their fur and 

the normally warmer surfaces. 

ENSURE THAT YOUR GARDEN OR 

YARD HAS SOME SHADY SPOTS 

FOR YOUR CAT TO ENjOY 

It will find them readily enough, provided you supply 

them. If your plants are too young to throw enough 

shade yet, or you do not have a garden, at least set 

up some shadecloth over a comfortable spot under 


which your cat can lie; choose somewhere that 

gets a gentle breeze. Water should always be easily 

accessible and available in the outside area, as well 

as indoors. 

ALLOW YOUR CAT TO CHOOSE A 

COOL SPOT 

Cats are smart about comfort at all times, including 

during an intensely hot day. Cats love to curl up in 

the bathtub or sink because porcelain stays cool 

even when it is hot outside. They will also prefer tiled 

areas of the house, such as the bathroom, laundry, 

and kitchen. Some cats will even find the freezer 

and flop themselves over it. Do not reprimand your 

cat for picking the coolest spot in the house – be 

grateful that it is working out how to cool down using 

its own initiative. 

GOOD TIME FOR A BATH MAYBE? 

Cool your cat down with dampened towels. Most 

cats do not like getting wet, but you can at least help 

cool their fur down, a little, with dampened towels. 

Simply dampen a cloth or paper towel and gently 

stroke your cat with the cloth or towel from the top 

of its head and down the back. Do this a couple of 

times a day if it is very hot. The places where cats get 

the warmest are their bellies, the pads on their paws, 

their armpits, under their chins, and on the outside of 

their ears. Concentrate on keeping these spots cool. 

BRUSH YOUR CAT DAILY 

Matted fur traps heat; ensuring that the fur is not 

matted and allows air to flow freely through it will help 

to keep your cat cool. This is especially important for 

long-haired breeds of cats. 

Avoid shaving your cat to the skin as this will expose 

your cat to the sun and can result in sunburn and 

risks skin cancer. 

PROVIDE ACCESS TO A GOOD, 

CONSTANT SUPPLY OF WATER 

FOR HYDRATION 

Dehydration is a real risk for cats during the heat of 

summer, so constant access to water is essential. Fill 

the water bowl and check that it is always filled during 

hot weather (indeed, a cat should have access to 

clean water at all times of the year). 

Source - www.wikihow.com 


life on the isles l koh samui map 


LIVING IN KOH SAMUI 

Koh Samui’s enduring appeal as one of the world’s 

top holiday destinations has inspired many people to 

relocate to the island, either choosing to make it their 

permanent home or spending extended amounts of 

time living what those in less blessed locations would 

understandably consider an idyllic lifestyle. 

In the last ten years, the island has developed into 

a full service destination and the range of facilities, 

amenities and services has therefore expanded 

considerably, making Samui one of very few places 

in the world where you can literally choose your 

preferences, both in terms of the way you pass your 

days and nights and also the amount of money you 

want to spend. 

Although the island’s tourist and residential worlds 

often collide, they can also be very distinctive. But 

in terms of choice, both groups benefit from the 

island’s incredibly diverse and eclectic offerings, 

whether in terms of accommodation, retail, dining, 

entertainment, health or adventure. As a long term 

resident on Samui, if you stop to consider the sheer 

extent of comfort and convenience on offer around 

the island 

today it’s sometimes difficult to remember that you 

are living on a small island in the Gulf of Thailand. 

As soon as you leave the beach you are spoilt for 

choice - shopping malls such as Tesco Lotus and Big 

C stock all the daily necessities and more, specialist 

outlets like Tops Supermarket and Villa in Lamai offer 

indulgent imported goods, while 7Elevens, Family 

Mart outlets and local shops make impulse buying a 

an easy option, even at 4 in the morning. A selection 

of fresh food markets also cater to an ever growing 

Thai community with everything from rice by the kilo 

to fresh Tiger Prawns sold by the kilo at what are very 

reasonable prices when compared to the deli 

counters of most western supermarkets. 

For those who prefer to dine out, Samui has 

developed a deserved reputation a s gourmet 

paradise with an enviable choice of restaurants, 

their menus often created by chef’s of international 

repute and wine lists that rival those in some of the 


world’s top city bistros. Excellent Thai food is also 

readily enjoyed, either roadside at one of the island’s 

many affordable local eateries or in more opulent 

surroundings accompanied by five star service and 

stylised, cultural designs and entertainment. 

The Samui party scene has also developed in leaps 

and bounds in the last few years, sophisticated 

Beach Clubs like Beach republic and Nikki Beach 


serve top class food and beverage choices in chic 

poolside surroundings. They also host regular parties 

with international DJs and performers. Western style 

pubs and nightclubs line the popular tourist strips, 

with sports bars like The Islander and Bondi in 

Chaweng showing live international sporting events. 

Those in search of a more healthy, green lifestyle 

on Samui can easily avoid the tourist bustle. The 

quiet beaches on the island’s south coast still feel 

relatively untouched by development and many small 

residential communities have emerged in places like 

Baan taling Ngam and Lip Noi, where the pace of life 

is slow and the tropical landscape still untroubled by 

crowds and commerce. Spas and wellness centres 

offer a wide range of treatments and therapies to 

rejuvenate tired souls, while yoga, meditation and 

other more spiritually inspired activities can be 

studied and practiced at various centres around the 

island. 

Families are increasingly well catered for on Samui 

and the island now boasts its very own International 

School (ISS), as well as several other learning 

institutions catering to to both Thai and expatriate 

students. The island’s clubs and organisations often 

organise family friendly gatherings, regular Walking 

Streets offer festival style outings and there are also 

several restaurants that cater for children’s parties. 

With so much on offer to residents, Samui has now 

become as much a place to live as it is a place to 

visit. It is now a multi-faceted residential island with 

an enviable range of services and facilities to choose 

from, all of which combine to offer permanent and 

long stay‘Samuians' one of the most appealing and 

diverse tropical lifestyle experiences on the planet.

life on the isles l koh phangan map 


LIVING IN KOH PHANGAN 

Stunning beaches, an affordable lifestyle and an 

appealing island environment have drawn a growing 

number of visitors and residents to Koh Phangan’s 

tropical shores. Many of the island’s visitors choose 

to stay longer than they originally planned and this 

has led to the establishment of a sizeable foreign 

community of long stay tourists, working residents, 

business owners and retirees. The number of foreign 

investors choosing Koh Phangan as their second 

home is increasing every year, with easy transport 

access, a fast developing infrastructure and a range 

of lifestyle and hospitality services all adding to the 

island’s growing appeal. 

Koh Phangan is a rare island escape just a short 

boat ride from Koh Samui’s more developed and 

commercial environment. This means residents and 

visitors can enjoy the unspoiled beauty of some of 

Thailand’s finest beaches while still having access 

to the comforts and benefits of a modern lifestyle. 

The recent growth in the number of luxury hotels 

and private villas on the island has prompted the 

emergence of more upmarket retail, dining and 

entertainment choices, with cool nightspots and 

restaurants opening in the more popular beaches 

like Haad Rin and Thong Nai Pan. As Koh Phangan 

evolves from a backpacker haven in to a full service 

destination, the island is attracting those with the 

spending power to combine natural escape with a 

sophisticated island lifestyle. 

The Thai government and its tourism authority has 

long been promoting Koh Phangan as an ecodestination 

in order to transform the island’s reputation 

from party venue to tropical escape, promoting Koh 

Phangan’s natural beauty and untainted environment 

to the world. Eco-adventures and marine based 

activities are widely available to visitors and residents 

with mountain biking, diving, wake boarding and 

jungle treks all on offer to encourage a more sensitive 

approach to island life that also minimises the impact 

on the island’s ecosystem. 

On a practical level, the opening of a modest Tesco 

Lotus Supermarket, combined with a significant 

increase in the number of foreign run businesses has 


had a real impact in terms on the ease of living on Koh 

Phangan. Designer boutiques, international cuisine, 

real estate agents and developers are all gradually 

changing the island landscape, yet the laid back 

lifestyle has thus far survived and the local people 

are known for their commitment to preserving their 

traditional culture. Whether selling the daily catch 


from their boats, chatting with friends in the shade of 

the village ‘sala’ or celebrating weddings with dances 

and local music, local people remain distinctively 

Thai in many ways. As for the foreign residents, the 

ease of life, natural beauty and diversity of lifestyle 

choices make Koh Phangan a unique destination as 

either a permanent or second home. 

REAL ESTATE OF KOH PHANGAN 

Koh Phangan’s real estate sector has grown as the 

island has developed and become more popular 

with visitors from around the world. Investment 

opportunities abound, whether it is raw beach 

and mountain land, off plan residential purchases 

or completed luxury villas for sale. Prices are 

considerably lower than they are on Koh Samui, 

which often attracts adventurous investors looking for 

an affordable slice of paradise. Restrictive ownership 

laws in Thailand, however, mean buyers are advised 

to go through reputable law firms when considering 

any purchases on Koh Phangan. As is the case on 

Koh Samui or Phuket, it is important for anyone 

considering an investment to thoroughly research the 

laws and regulations, as well as to ensure that any 

land titles are thoroughly checked and that the most 

secure method of purchase is found to guarantee a 

trouble free, long-term investment. It is advisable to 

research construction firms employed to guarantee 

that their reputation is solid and that any previous 

projects have been successfully completed.

the legal arena l land title deeds 

LAND TITLE DEEDS IN THAILAND 

There are two main types of land ownership in Thailand which we should explain 

RIGHTS OF POSSESSION 

Firstly there is the right of possession, for example, land that has been used by a family for generations to the 

benefit of the land and they have possession rights of the land under the civil and commercial code. Such 

titles are Sor Kor 1,Tor Bor 5 , 6 or Sor Por Gor 4. These titles basically are only family possession rights and 

generally only used for farming. These titles can not be bought or sold and no building rights or legal acts 

would be allowed on the land. I do know of cases where families being in possession of certain pieces of land 

for generations have been able to upgrade them to regular land title deeds but this is not generally the case 

and any serious investor would not normally give any credibility to these titles of possession. 

RIGHTS OF OWNERSHIP 

Usually we are looking for land title deeds giving right of ownership not possession. Here there are basically 

three title deeds:- Chanote, Nor Sor 3 and Nor Sor 3 Gor. The most sought after titles are the Chanote and 

the Nor Sor 3 Gor as both these titles have legal documents of Rights of Ownership and can be sub-divided 

into smaller plots and planning permission and any such legal acts can be carried out immediately on the land. 

The only difference with the Nor Sor 3 is that although legal documents are issued for the land it has not been 

accurately surveyed which can lead to problems in verifying actual land area. And if any legal act is to take 

place on this land it must be published for at least 30 days. 

As we have been saying all the way through if it is not clear 100%, seek the advice of a legal professional in 

this field, as there are also many other issues that are important to consider such as servitude, access and 

rights of way. 

LAND MEASUREMENT & SURVEY 

Land in Thailand is measured in Rai, Ngan and Talang Wah. 

• 1 Wah= 4 sqm 

• 1 Ngan= 100 Wah or 400 sqm • 4 Ngan= 1 Rai or 1600 sqm 

In comparison to Western Standards: 

• 2.50 Rai= 1 Acre 

• 6.25 Rai= 1 Hectare 



TIPS FOR STARTING A NEW BUSINESS 

Are you planning to start your own business for the first time in Thailand? If so, we hope this useful information 

will help put your business on the right track. 

The simplest and easiest sort of company for foreigners to form with a small business is a Thai Limited 

Company. In Thailand, a Limited Company is a company with up to 100 shareholders, who share the same 

business purpose and is formed with a Capital divided into equal shares. 

GETTING STARTED 

To set up a company, you must first have the memorandum that can be acquired at the registration office. To 

properly register, you are required to provide the authorities with details of your company and list a minimum 

of three shareholders (who can either be Thai or foreign nationals or both). At least seven days after you first 

approach the department, you can call a shareholder’s meeting to reach an agreement on the purpose of your 

business and set up the company’s operational rules. 

Having agreed on the purpose of your business, you can then apply for business registration at the same 

department. If you cannot agree on company rules, you can refer to those stated in the Civil and Commercial 

Code’s partnership and companies section. 

SHARES 

Besides the issues of business registration, you must also make sure that your company’s shares are worth 

no less than 5 baht each. These shares can be transferred or even sold if the company has no regulations on 

this matter. 

Every shareholder must be given a share certificate, a document that guarantees their status as a shareholder. 

Should anyone wish to transfer their shares to another party; they have to fill in the share transfer form that 

confirms the deal between the transferor and transferee. 

The company also has to have in its possession a register of shareholders that contains a record of all the 

company’s shareholders. The book is evidence that will identify the company’s shareholders. 

SHAREHOLDERS AND CHAIRPERSON 

A Limited Company’s shareholders can be either Thai or foreign nationals or both, but the percentage of 

shares held by foreign national plays a significant role in determining the nationality of your company, which 

may impose serious limitations on the company’s rights, such as landownership. 


If less than 49% of your company’s shares are held by foreigners, your company is considered a Thai company. 

However, if foreign nationals hold more than 49% of the shares, your company is a foreign company. 

The significant differences between Thai and foreign companies operating in Thailand lie in their rights to 

buy and own properties or other businesses. It is therefore important, especially for those in real estate and 

development businesses, to know and remember that unless your company is Thai, you are restricted in 

the ability to possess and obtain land and property in this country without an exemption granted by the 

government. 

Foreign companies are also restricted to certain activities and to proceed with certain operations the company 

will have to apply for permission from the government. In such instances, applications will be considered case 

by case. They will also face tough scrutiny and strict restrictions on their right to operate and ability to run 

their business. These companies will be treated in the same way as foreign nationals seeking jobs in Thailand. 

If you are registered as a Thai company, you are automatically granted the right to purchase and own properties 

and other business and will be treated the same way as a Thai citizen. However, according to new legislation 

that has recently come into effect, the Land Department’s staff are now required to thoroughly investigate 

your Thai shareholders’ sources of income. Thai shareholders in a company wishing to purchase properties in 

Thailand have to declare their income and provide the authorities with evidence that proves their ability to coinvest 

with other foreign shareholders in the same company. Only those successful in convincing the authorities 

are granted the right to purchase and possess land. Companies with approval from the Land Department can 

then proceed with their applications for land title deeds or other certificates of use and possession. 

LITTLE THINGS THAT MATTER 

A company limited has to have its own board of directors to act on behalf of the company. This panel will, 

however, act under the regulations and agreements approved by the shareholders. Appointing directors or 

removing any of them requires shareholders approval. 

At the end of the company’s financial year, within five months, it shall be the duty of the company to present 

the balance sheet to the Department of Business Development (DBD). If your company fails to present the 

balance sheet, the company will be fined up to 50,000 baht and the company’s board of directors may also 

be fined up to 50,000 baht. If the committee refuses to pay the fine, the police can appeal to the court for a 

warrant and file a lawsuit against the resilient parties. Withdrawal of the company’s business registration is also 

another penalty the company may face, should they not provide the authorities with the necessary statement. 

Information courtesy of Khun Surin Puangpakdee Senior Lawyer NSP&Laws Firm +66 077 458 204 




Translation courtesy of Jade Fang Jman Marina +66 08 1893 8366 




Translation courtesy of Marion Siepe +66 08 0041 5004 




Translation courtesy of Thai Property +66 08 6948 4443 




Translation courtesy of Laurent Samui Phangan Properties +66 08 9587 2850 


The Chantara Junk Boat is one of the most breathtaking ways to enjoy Koh Samui 

and her surrounding islands. With group trips three time a week to Koh Phangan 

and private tours available, what better way to experience 

the stunning blue waters of the Thailand gulf. 

Visit www.junk-boat-cruise.com 

For more information or phone 087 064 3126/077 426 741 to book now. 

Group trips three time a week : Tuesday, Friday(9am-5pm), Sunday(11am-Sunset).

the legal arena l building regulations 

BUILDING REGULATIONS ON KOH SAMUI 

In order to build on Koh Samui you must first obtain a building permit from the municipality office 

and your building must meet certain requirements, depending on the location of the land on 

which you wish to build. 

There are 4 defined areas for land depending on its distance from the beach. 

(See diagram on opposite page) 

STAGE 1. Land up to 10 Meters from the beach. The law states that no construction is permitted 

within this area. 

STAGE 2. Land up to 50 Meters from the beach. Within this area you are permitted to construct 

a single storey building only It’s height cannot exceed 6 Meters (including the roof) and 

the building cannot exceed the maximum allowed area of 75 Square Meters. 

STAGE 3. Land up to 200 Meters from the beach. Within this area you are permitted to build up 

to a maximum height of 12 Meters (including the roof). The maximum allowed size is 

2000 Square Meters. 

STAGE 4. Land located more than 200 Meters from the beach. Within this area, building of up 

to 12 Meters in height (including the roof) can be constructed. 

In addition, all buildings must now be constructed with peaked roofs, flat roofs are no longer 

permitted. 

Information courtesy of Manit Tajew (Senior Lawyer Miklaw Associates) 



ISLAND CONTACTS 

PROPERTY DEVELOPERS/ ESTATE AGENTS 

ADVANCE INTER DEVELOPMENTS ....................077 231 625 

ADVANTAGE PROPERTY ....................................081 892 6372 

ANGTHONG APARTMENTS ...................................077 430 326 

ANGTHONG VILLAS.............................................089 972 1539 

AQUALINA SAMUI ................................................084 322 4680 

ARTRIUM SUITES ................................................087 607 6078 

BAAN FAA SAI BY ANGTHONG HILLS ..................086 256 555 

BAAN RAK TALAY ................................................. 077 430 326 

BAANSUAY LAND & HOUSE .................................077 426 967 

BAMBUH ...............................................................086 061 4280 

BANG MA-KARM LAND ........................................085 198 8918 

BANGPOR VILLA ..................................................081 341 4755 

BAN SWEET COCONUT ......................................089 500 9800 

BASE DEVELOPMENTS ........................................077 961 762 

BEACH REPUBLIC ............................................... 089 011 9538 

CD&P .....................................................................081 924 9574 

CHAWENG COVE BEACH RESORT .....................077 422 509 

CHAWENG SILA .....................................................077 430 779 

CHEONGMON GARDENS ...................................086 043 5438 

COUNTRYSIDE PROPERTY ...............................089 866 2062 

DHEVATARA PROPERTY .......................................077 430 326 

DREAMCOAST DEVELOPMENTS .......................081 082 9355 

ECO REAL ESTATE ASIA .......................................077 961 991 

EMERALD RESIDENCE .......................................081 903 8003 

EXCLUSIVE VILLA ...............................................084 708 1501 

FUNCTION HOMES ................................................077 430 540 

HALCYON SAMUI PROPERTIES .........................089 971 7194 

HILLSIDE VILLAGE...............................................081 903 8003 

HOLLYWOOD VILLA .............................................083 396 0244 

HORIZON HOMES ..................................................077 417 005 

INFINITY SAMUI ...................................................089 666 0610 

IPM SAMUI ............................................................081 894 4093 

KOH SAMUI LAND & HOME .................................089 474 1837 

KARMA SAMUI........................................................077 413 901 

KOH PHANGAN HOLIDAY HOMES .....................087 898 3918 

KOH SAMUI PROPERTY ........................................077 230 606 

KALARA INTERNATIONAL PROPERTIES .............077 246 100 

KIRIKAYAN ..............................................................077 247 867 

LAAN DARA SAMUI ................................................077 414 204 

LAEM NOI LAND ...................................................081 903 8003 

LOTUS TERRACES ..............................................089 972 3043 

MANDALAY GARDEN ...........................................080 523 4488 

MANGROVE VILLA ..............................................081 374 0014 

MINI GOLF ............................................................081 787 9148 


NARAI KIRI............................................................081 537 3088 

NARESH..................................................................077 426 944 

OCEAN 11 BEACH FRONT RESIDENCE ............089 813 5715 

OCEAN 13 THE RESIDENCES ............................085 885 3434 

OVERSEAS PROPERTY PORTFOLIO ...............080 535 1725 

PALM CREEK RESIDENCE ..................................081 374 0014 

PALM GROUP ASIA ..............................................085 795 9393 

PLAI LAEM VILLAS ...............................................085 782 4910 

PEARL PROPERTY ..............................................081 370 2480 

PHATHONG RESIDENCE ....................................089 813 5715 

PLUMERIA PLACE..................................................077 430 043 

PROPERTYBROKERSTHAI.COM 

RBC PROPERTIES ..............................................089 894 9088 

REPLAY SAMUI .................................................... 077 448 201 

ROYAL SAMUI HEIGHTS .......................................077 414 222 

SAMRAN GARDENS ............................................089 474 1837 

SAMUI BURI BEACH RESORT ...........................077 447 275-9 

SAMUI ESCAPES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT ....077 245 136 

SAMUI PHANGNAN PROPERTIES ......................081 979 0679 

SAMUI QUICK SALE ............................................081 082 4030 

SAMUI SANCTUARY ............................................084 689 7081 

SAMUI VILLAS & HOMES ......................................077 427 648 

SAGE LAND & HOUSE .........................................089 016 9750 

SAMUI RESOTEL BEACH RESORT ......................077 422 374 

SAMUI BEACH VILLAGE ........................................077 430 326 

SAMUI DIAMOND PROPERTIES .........................087 895 4132 

SAMUJANA ...........................................................089 894 9088 

SEA VIEW LAND FOR SALE ..............................081 651 1444 

SHAMBALA SUNSET BEACH VILLA ....................089 972 1539 

SIAM IMMO COMPANY ........................................081 850 6475 

SINTHORANEE PROPERTY ..................................077 414 222 

TALING NGAM TROPICAL VILLA .........................089 651 0302 

THAI PROPERTY ....................................................086 948 443 

THAILAND RETREATS ...........................................077 427 774

THE EMERALD THONGSON ...............................081 893 5996 

THE MANDALAY VILLAS ......................................085 797 0477 

THE PHUFAR RESIDENCE .................................081 535 9100 

THE ROYAL MOUNTAIN .......................................081 956 1636 

THE SEA KOH SAMUI ............................................077 961 982 

THONG NAI PAN ESTATE ....................................083 391 8159 

TONGTIP MANSIONS ..........................................081 476 2646 

TROPICAL HOME ................................................082 179 3933 

VERTICOLOR SAMUI ............................................077 914 000 

VILLA SOPHIA & VILLA COCONUT .....................087 823 7371 

X2 RESIDENCES ..................................................082 495 2525 

LEGAL SERVICES 

LIMCHAROEN HUGHES & GLANVILLE ................077 246 185 

BIG BUSINESS .......................................................077 413 764 

BLUMENTHAL RICHTER & SUMET.......................077 231 732 

CHARNDELL DISPUTE MANAGEMENT................02 514 9170 

IPM SAMUI ............................................................081 894 4093 

DFDL .......................................................................077 246 081 

MANIT ASSOCIATES ..............................................077 458 135 

NAT ACCOUNTING .................................................077 246 249 

NAI ANDREW PARK .............................................081 830 4462 

NSP & LAWS FIRM .................................................077 458 204 

SUKHOTHAI INTER LAW .......................................077 430 642 

VITTAYA BUSINESS LAW OFFICE .......................077 484 470 

WONDERFUL SERVICES ....................................081 086 5141 

LIGHTING SYSTEMS 

CREATIVE SYSTEM PROJECTS ....................... 080 698 6811 

FIBER OPTICS ........................................................077 448 077 

JMAN LTEK LED-LIGHTING ................................ 081 893 5996 

AV INSTALLATION SYSTEM ................................089 971 5775 

HOME & DECOR 

BEAUTIFUL WORLD ............................................081 956 0337 

CERA .......................................................................077 247 805 

ETERNAL FLAME .................................................089 772 1589 

GOLDEN DRAGON .................................................083 646 555 

NUTTARAT DECORATE ........................................077 920 266 

ORIENTAL LIVING ..................................................077 247 675 

SALAK THAI ............................................................077 234 368 

SEASIDE DÉCOR ................................................. 083 390 3711 

SURAT BAANSAUY ..............................................081 691 1719 

SECURITY SYSTEMS 

B-SMART SYSTEMS ..............................................077 248 362 


KUNINI ....................................................................077 230 839 

AUDIO VISUAL INTERIOR DESIGN 

AV INSTALLATION SYSTEM ................................089 971 5775 

AVIVA .......................................................................02 685 3676 


GARDEN & LANDSCAPE 

BOTANICAL DESIGNS LANDSCAPING...............084 315 9742 

HELICONIA LANDSCAPE GARDEN ....................081 090 5489 

KITCHEN HARDWARE 

FRANKE KITCHENS ...............................................02 236 9777 

H.A.FELE.................................................................077 423 073 

IKON KITCHEN .....................................................089 972 2789 

I.P.M. SAMUI .........................................................081 894 4093 

KITCHEN STUDIO ..................................................077 423 073 

RS VENTURE ......................................................02 662 3571-3 

SWIMMING POOLS 

CP POOL .................................................................077 234 410 

DES JOYAUX ..........................................................077 247 588 

JD POOLS ...............................................................077 427 356 

PURA POOLS .........................................................077 960 565 

TSP POOLS ............................................................077 234 034 

DESIGN SERVICES 

3D ARCHITECT ..................................................... 077 238 962 

ARCHITECTUAL VISUALISATIONS .......................077 247 862 

BOTANICAL DESIGNS LANDSCAPING...............084 315 9742 

OPEN DESIGNER.................................................089 890 4960 

SAMUI GRAPEVINE .............................................080 620 9964 

SIL ARCHITECTS .................................................083 690 9700 

THAI REVIVAL DESIGN ........................................089 612 0684 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

ANNE SOPHIE SAMUIPICS .................................080 102 9791 

CHRONOS DYNAMICS ........................................081 894 4513 

CLAUDIO / FANTASYATWORK.COM ..................087 270 4972 

HELICAM AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY ....................089 874 7464 

ORIENTAL LIVING ..................................................077 247 675 

ENGINEERING SERVICES 

EASTERN TECHNICAL ENGINEERING ................077 295 316 


HOME SERVICES 

AUTOMATIC GATE ...............................................081 892 1066 

CERIS LAFARGE ROOFING ..................................02 586 5600 

ECO PEST CONTROL ..........................................085 791 2496 

EUROPEAN RAIN GUTTERING .............................077 423 073 

EZ DOCK (THAILAND) ...........................................077 426 955 

FAR THAWEE PORN ...........................................077 245 570-1 

INFINITY HOME MANAGEMENT ...........................077 426 608 

JOHNSON HEALTH TECH .....................................076 304 040 

NITE STONE ...........................................................077 247 769 

SAMUI MASTER WATER ........................................077 427 726 

SEARA SPORTS .....................................................076 355 040 

SUNFLEX ASIA .......................................................077 414 412 

THE STONE DOCTOR .........................................087 282 4930 

TRUE VISIONS .......................................................077 231 490 

UNIVERSE LOGISTICS ........................................086 344 4989 

FINANCE SERVICE 

GFS AUSTRALASIA ..............................................085 795 9393 

INSURANCE SERVICES 

CT TRADING INSURANCE ....................................038 420 618 

ENSURE ASIA .........................................................077 417 015 


PROJECT MANAGEMENT 

DMA .......................................................................085 790 1520 

RS BUILT .............................................................086 271 0156 

SIL ARCHITECTS .................................................083 690 9700 

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 

BLUE BUILDING ..................................................... 077 430 411 

EXIM STUDIO .........................................................02 934 7921 

PALM CONSTRUCTION .........................................077 961 991 

P&W CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT ................077 238 182 

RS BUILT .............................................................086 271 0156 

SAMUI VILLAS & HOMES ......................................077 430 326 

SEA B.C...................................................................077 960 584 

TROPICAL BUILDERS ............................................077 602 262 

MAINTENANCE SERVICE 

MANAGING SAMUI .................................................077 430 010 

SQUEAKY CLEAN WINDOWS .............................087 013 7650 

OTHER 

BANGKOK AIR WAYS .........................................077 422 512-9 

BLUECHIP INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY .........089 651 0020 

FIREWORKS SAMUI ............................................087 263 4371 

SAMUI RESCUE .............................077 421 444/087 263 4371 

TESCO LOTUS .......................................................077 245 400 

TS-TEAK ...............................................................081 893 4933 

LEISURE SAMUI 

100 DEGREE EAST DIVE CENTER .......................077 245 396 

BAAN TALING NGAM RESORT & SPA ..................077 429 100 

BBC CAFÉ ..............................................................077 425 089 

CHANTARA JUNK BOAT ......................................087 064 3126 

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF SAMUI ..................077 484 548 

HARLEY DAVIDSON BANGKOK ............................02 934 4855 

MAGNOLIA SPA ......................................................077 601 133 

MAX’S MURPHY .....................................................077 413 614 

MINI GOLF ............................................................081 787 9148 

OCEAN 11 BEACH FRONT RESTAURANT ...........077 245 134 

OCEANS ELITE CHARTERS ..................................077 427 244 

RAJDHEVEE CLINIC ..............................................077 430 702 

PAUL ROPP SAMUI ............................................086 270 3060 

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Samui Phangan Real Estate Magazine October-November

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