Luxury Real Estate for Sale in Koh Samui, Surat Thani

The Island offers has an excellent selection of Luxury Real Estate types that cater to all investment types. Island zoning regulations have limited the development of high-rise condominium projects when compared to other areas of Thailand. Modest-priced, boutique-style condominium projects are predominately located in Bang Rak and Mae Nam. Mid-range priced sea-view villas can be found in Bophut and Chaweng and these properties start with 2-bedroom. The high-end of the market you will find Luxury pool villas which are located island-wide. All of these properties feature stunning sea-views and some have beach access.

• Fisherman’s village Bophut: the historic old fishing town of Bophut, is one of the most frequented tourist areas on Koh Samui. Many visits for the amazing street food, to pick up gifts and souvenirs, or to enjoy one of the many fine restaurants. The town is located along the main road that runs around Koh Samui and is easily accessible by public transport.
• Chaweng Beach: This beach provides the longest strip of sand available in Samui and is located on the northeastern coast of the town. There are many activities available such as water sports, jet-skiing, and paddleboarding. Chaweng is the busiest part of the island and is well-known for its picturesque sunsets. 
• Lamai Beach: Is the second-largest resort area closely following Chaweng, but with a more chilled vibe. It offers a large variety of restaurants from seafood to burgers to Indian food. Or if you didn’t come for the food it is the perfect place to stroll up and down the beach or just sit back, relax and take in the sunset. 
• Na Mueang waterfall:  The Waterfall is very impressive and there is also a pool area for swimming. It is free to park and has a cafe that serves good Thai dishes. For the adventurous, there is a slide you can pay 50 Baht to go down. The name given to the falls translates to purple in the Thai language; you can tell why the falls were given this name because of the rocks that surround it. The water from the top of the fall’s cascades down from the highest point found on Koh Samui. 
• 4WD Safari Tours: A popular activity for those who enjoy something a little different to the usual tours is a jeep safari tour and you will have your own personal tour guide to explain the history of each site. Take in the amazing sights of Samui and view many popular tourist attractions such as the waterfall, the mummified monk, and the Big Buddha.

The weather is warm for most of the year and the island has less of a wet season than other areas around Thailand. The traffic on the island is also quiet, although the island does not have many transport options, you can easily use a Songthaew, which is a standard mode of transportation available in Koh Samui, is a pickup truck. It can accommodate 8-10 passengers. It carries passengers around the main city and to many outer suburb roads that lead to various beach towns neighboring the city. Most people choose to rent or buy a bike or a car, which can be done at a relatively low price. Samui’s airport is privately owned; only two airlines fly in and out of the island and the cost is a little higher than that of other airports. There are other options to get to the island, via bus, van or taxi, followed by a short ferry ride to the island. Since many expats choose to reside in Koh Samui from all around the world, international produce and home comforts are easy to find. The Island is also well-known for its selection of high-quality international schools. 

To visit Thailand you have several different types of visa options. Thailand can be entered on a 30-day visa exemption that can be extended once, before obtaining a new visa. Most visas are easier applied for in your home country before leaving and will give you a longer time frame to stay. If you are looking to stay in Thailand a little longer, another option is the ‘Thailand Condominium investment visa’.

1. When considering an investment destination, the prices are cheaper in Koh Samui compared to those of other destinations such as Phuket, you get good value for the mid to Luxury Real Estate types on the market and it also gets you a lot more Real Estate. For what you would spend on a 3-bedroom courtyard villa in Phuket you will get a 4-bedroom sea view Luxury villa in Samui.
2. The medical care is of the highest quality and the medical teams are highly trained and all have a good level of English. The island has several top-notch hospitals that can be reached easily due to the low traffic levels on the island.
3. Many people want to retire on the island of Koh Samui, for reasons including the weather, lifestyle, the stable economy, and the inexpensive prices of properties. 
4. The island attracts thousands of tourists each year, who are seeking to rent out residential properties, rather than staying in hotels.