There are holidays, getaways, adventures, and vacations. And then there is the grand gesture of them all, a villa retreat on a beautiful island. With Koh Samui's wide expanses of white sands and clear sea water, it is an idyllic island backdrop to dropping off the grid and emerging refreshed and renewed.
A villa retreat recharges your energy levels and revitalizes your whole body. As you relax your mind, body and inner core, the villa experience inspires a sense of equilibrium. Letting go of physical and mental tensions, suspending the demands of ‘real’ life, and creating a sense of space to reconnect can be life-changing, or simply just what you need and deserve.
Koh Samui instills a sense of laid-back glamor and serenity; a peaceful island with some stunning luxury villas hidden away, waiting to be discovered. Here are five of the grandest and finest villas for rent in Koh Samui that promise an ultimate luxury retreat experience:
Villa Katrani
Close to the sleepy fisherman’s village of Thong Krut on Samui’s southwesterly coast, Villa Katrani is a cliffside hideaway with a touch of magic. The villa has a Moroccan-style, hidden-garden design combined with gentle Eastern minimalism and an expanse of green lawn with plenty of tucked-away places to contemplate life and feel at one. The dining room is surrounded by greenery and jungle landscape, taking you back to nature and the luxury of quietness. The villa has a timeless ambiance that invites you to step into your own secret world. The in-villa spa and sauna are perfect treats to rejuvenate your whole being too.
Villa Akatsuki
On the westerly edge of Koh Samui, Villa Akatsuki is the epitome of a luxurious sanctuary, with minimalist Asian design features. The cool, dark wood interior invites you to unwind at your own pace with suites named, Heart, Joy, Water, Ocean, and Sky. Each is its own private world with one suite occupying a whole floor to itself up in the loft. The stunning three-tier pool creates a serene Japanese garden effect; a central Feng-Shui feature that radiates peace throughout the entire villa space. Private yoga classes, a full menu of therapies at the villa’s A-Spa, and cushion-scattered cabanas add a resort element while a private chef tailors each menu to your ‘feelings’ of the day.
Villa Praana
From its tranquil hilltop location, Villa Praana surveys the beauty of Koh Samui’s northern shore with views of famous fisherman’s village Bophut and the glorious Big Buddha temple, as well as Koh Phangan in the distance. The villa’s understated, stylish décor is all natural woods and muted hues, creating a feeling of simple relaxation. Spectacular mountain views inspire a sense of place and perspective which is meditative and refreshing. A sauna, steam room, and massage treats in the spa room are part of your own private retreat haven. Yoga, a gym, private tennis court and even a villa Muay Thai ring keep your body active as the mind unwinds. The outdoor lounge, 20-meter pool, and al fresco daybeds add to the experience of space and light, touching the sky.
Villa Riva
The ultimate retreat with standalone pavilions inviting total privacy. The cliffside retreat of Villa Riva in the north of Koh Samui affords stunning views of Koh Phangan across the water. The gardens slope down to a beautifully secluded beach with loungers and a massage bed. The contemporary, nostalgic Asian décor has fresh flashes of Mediterranean style elements. You can sink into a giant nine-meter sofa and totally unwind with an in-villa sauna, steam room, and Jacuzzi, as well as a 32-meter pool with an in-built Jacuzzi. Even the master villa has its own whirlpool Jacuzzi too. You can exercise in the gym and enjoy a game of tennis on the private court. You can relax in the spacious sala or with a treat in the massage room while the 11-seater cinema is perfect for curling up with a good movie. A private chef means you can make the most out of your retreat experience.
Villa 12 Samujana
A contemporary oasis, surrounded by greenery, close to the north-eastern coast of Koh Samui, Villa 12 Samujana is designed with well-being, relaxation, and activities in mind. What makes this villa so unique is its customized wellness and fitness services, from juice cleanses, to Chakra balancing and Reiki, as well as massage. The oversized rooms and nine full bathrooms to seven rooms, many with private Jacuzzis, create an indulgent feel. The fiber-optic infinity pool with underwater sound and the private cinema are excellent modern features. To keep fit in the body as well as the mind, you can exercise in the commercial-level gym, and the villa also boasts a Muay Thai ring, basketball court, and yoga sala with classes, as well as an open-air trampoline. The saltwater pool, landscaped gardens, and meditation nests instill inner balance and calm just when you need it.
A retreat villa stay promises so much more than a holiday, leaving you feeling lighter, more energized, and positively transformed.
