Award winning villa with large private infinity-edge pool & stunning sea-views

* Villa Maphraaw, an unforgettable tropical hillside dwelling * Villa Maphraaw is an exceptional five bedroom hillside villa with spectacular ocean views in Ban Tai on the North West coast of Koh Samui. The villa has a magnificent infinity edged pool, an impressive cascading water feature and large sun terraces. The spaciousness and innovative layout of the villa makes it the ultimate tropical retreat for large families and couples sharing who appreciate privacy as well as spacious and luxurious open plan areas that can be enjoyed together. The captivating wooded hillside location of this impressive villa provides privacy and seclusion. As soon as you step inside Villa Maphraaw it becomes apparent that this property has been designed, built and furnished to exceptionally high standards. Villa Maphráaw has recently been awarded for its excellent service and customer reviews, by HomeAway and TA (the top review website) A convenient large covered car port stands on the entrance level of the villa beyond which you will find captivating lush tropical gardens and a charming ornamental fish pond feature. What makes this 650sqm villa unique is its stunning interior design created from natural textures and tones, its unparalleled location, its jaw dropping views and its five spacious and comfortable bedrooms that all have en-suite bathrooms, four of which have fabulous views overlooking the tropical rain forest, ocean and island beyond. . Special Offers: • 15% Discount on stays 7 days or more • Early Bird Discount 10%: for bookings made 120 days in advance (with deposit paid) • Last Minute Discount 10%: for bookings made within 30 days of stay • Lower Rate Occupancy: 3 bed / sleeps 6 ($100 less, high season only) • Monthly Discounts: between 30-50% discount (conditions apply | please inquire) . * Elegant design fusing within its lush tropical environment * The entrance level of the villa, with its vaulted ceilings is the perfect blend of modern luxury and tropical elegance. Comfortable and inviting here you will find a fully functional, open plan, western kitchen with stylish black granite work surfaces, elegant wooden cupboards and all of the amenities you would expect to find in a villa of this standard. Beyond the kitchen is a spacious open plan living area that affords spectacular views of the tropical rain forest, the ocean and Koh Phangan beyond that can be appreciated whilst relaxing in one of the sumptuous and comfortable sofas. The open plan dining area also offers guests the privilege of soaking up incredible views while dining. The elegant hard wooden dining table can comfortably seat up to eight diners and the outdoor ocean view dining terrace is the perfect place to relax with a cocktail and marvel at the sunset. Beyond the dining area is a comfortable and private living area can be found with comfortable seating, a state of the art entertainment system and panoramic ocean views. From here one can sit back and relax and feel the stresses of modern life dissolve. * Spacious sanctuaries to help you unwind * From the entrance level an attractive staircase leads down to the second level that has three en-suite bedrooms. The master suite has been tastefully furnished and has an indulgently comfortable king sized bed, a spacious dressing area and access to the pool terrace. The opulent en-suite has twin sinks, a refreshing rain shower and a luxurious bath tub. The second sumptuously furnished bedroom on the opposite side of the villa has a large comfortable bed, an en-suite with rain shower and pool terrace. Bedroom three is to the rear of this level and boats a large dressing area, king-sized bed and a luxurious bathroom with twin sinks, a rain shower and a bath tub. The lower third level of the villa houses two further en-suite bedrooms. Both have very large dressing areas, one with a queen-sized bed, the other two single beds, and a large inviting private sun deck connected by stepping stones around a fabulous cascading water feature fed from the incredible 32sqm infinity swimming pool, on the level above. This unforgettable pool gives the impression one could simply swim off into the luxurious tropical rain forest canopy below and into the sea. Both the pool and the impressively large sun terrace capture the wow factor of the villas impressive location. The terrace has well chosen luxurious outdoor furnishings that encourage guests to relax and unwind. This area is particularly impressive after dark when the enchanting villa lighting creates an opulent and romantic atmosphere. Rental Rates Include: • Unlimited electric and water usage (excluding monthly rates) • Twice weekly 5* maid service (cleaning, linen & towel change) • Multilingual speaking Guest Manager (English, French, German) • Welcome/information Pack with the ‘owner’s recommendations’ • 2 x Baby cots and high-chair • Complimentary chilled drinking water throughout your stay • Complimentary mobile phone with Thai SIM card (during your stay) • 48'' LED TV with Internet Channels and Video Club (300+ channels - multilingual) • Large DVD library – over 250 DVD movies • Free high speed WI-FI throughout the villa, with PC provided • Outdoor Bose stereo system surrounding swimming pool area & Jacuzzi • Digital Safe for important belongings • I-POD, I-Phone & Android connection to surround music system (with social media capabilities) • Internet Radio offering local radio stations from every country in the world • 24/7 Security around the villa • State of the art Security alarm & CCTV for guest peace of mind • 5-Burner BBQ with side gas hob Rental Rates Exclude: • Service charge 10% (one-off payment covering all services included) • Airport transfer (per transfer): 900THB (1-10 guests), 1,600THB (11+) • Private Chef @ 500 THB per hr (guest pays ingredient cost + 20%) • Chartered boat services & island tours (available upon request) • Car rental with full commercial insurance (available upon request) • Babysitting, massage & spa services (available on request ) You only need to read the reviews regarding the upkeep and design of property to see that although extremely competitively priced in the rental market, guests are still receiving a 5-star villa. We offer guests free nights (5 for 6), discounted car rentals, and early bird booking discounts. These bundled offers, together with the already competitive rates, create a superb package for any guest choosing to book Villa Maphraaw. We also offer a 3-bedroom rate only so smaller parties of up to 6 can benefit with large discounts and still enjoy the entire villa facilities (the other 2 bedrooms are simply locked and guests have FULL PRIVATE USE of the villa - no-one else is invited), offering much more space than hiring your average 3 bed villa... We can arrange everything for the guest as requested, whether prior to the holiday or during it; massage, chef, spas, day trips, taxis, car hire, etc. • 10% service tax is added to the rates (covering all services included - no further service will apply during stay) • Lower Occupancy: Guests still have FULL PRIVATE use of all the villa facilities • For any applicable discounts to apply to rates, please make inquiry • Extra Beds £30 Per bed / pp (max 12 guests) Promotional Terms Note: Promotions are not applicable for Xmas Season Note: Early Bird discount is not available for lower occupancy rates Note: Promotions cannot be combined Note: For monthly rentals, electric & water usage may be added to guest account Terms & Security Deposit • Terms & Conditions apply which will be sent to guest for signature • As a form of security (and for peace of mind) for the villa owner, the Guest Manager will request on arrival a fully refundable $500 or 15,000 THB (cash only). • Please note that any minor damage / breakages shall be charged at the end of your stay, at replacement value. If required, damages must be paid and will be requested by the General Manager and paid in full before departure.