On the shores of Ao Yon Bay, a private beachfront estate

The villa sits in the centre of Ao Yon Bay, a picturesque and sheltered white sand beach — one of the select few on Phuket that offers swimming 365 days a year, while the west coast beaches close for much of May through November.

Designed by Thai architect Khun Navachon Suksawat over two buildings joined by a sky bridge, more than half the villa's exterior is glass. All 10 bedrooms enjoy sea views, en-suite bathrooms and a private terrace or balcony, while the 200 sqm main pavilion opens completely to the garden, pool and sea.

Landscaped gardens hold ornamental pots, palms and a 200-year-old tamarind tree, and the beach is reached directly from the lawn.