Bang Tao on the West Coast of Phuket has in the last few years become a very fashionable area to live in. The reasons are quite obvious; it’s in close proximity to three beautiful beaches, has a number of high quality developments all ready built or being developed, is surrounded by lots of amenities, and nearby is the successful Laguna area.

This pick of the crop is a two-bedroom apartment set in a very high quality low density condominium, just a few minutes walk from the beach. The development is spread out over three buildings, each three levels high, with a total 24 units. The common area facilities include a main reception area, 24hr security and allocated parking spaces.

At the entrance a huge door opens to reveal an apartment of over generous sized proportions. It’s spread out across one level. The kitchen, dining and lounge areas are positioned to the left, with both bedrooms and bathrooms off to the right, and a large garden that links them both.

The kitchen is U-shaped, functional and looks great, with huge slabs of granite, high white gloss cabinets, floating shelves, breakfast bar, and top of the range appliances to complete the look. As the whole area is raised, once well placed lights are switched on it comes alive and looks stunning.

The dining area has a nice glass table, seating for six and a handy cabinet nearby to store all your plates and cutlery. The lounge area comes with large L-shaped white sofa, armchair, coffee table and various works of art. Adjacent is the master bedroom, with teak flooring, matching bed, side tables and soft furnishings. Hidden behind a wall is the walk-in wardrobe, and a very grand bathroom, with twin vanity sinks, and a floor to ceiling mirror, shower and toilet. Finished in off white mosaic tiles makes for a clean, crisp and very chic appearance.

The second bedroom, with en-suite bathroom is finished in the same style, and has lovely views out towards the mountains beyond. Outside is the real selling point of this property, as it features a large swimming pool, completely finished in granite, expansive sun decks, terrace and tropical garden. It’s a peaceful and totally private place to spend time in and is the highlight of the home.

The developer has spared no expensive in fitting out each apartment to the highest of standards, with Sun Paradise windows and fully retractable doors, inbuilt split system air con, 3m high ceilings, top of the range kitchen, imported floor tiles and European filtration systems.

The entire project is being constructed by DCM Solutions, one of Thailand’s leading construction companies and is being completely funded by the developer, so full completion is assured. Currently finance is being offered up to five years, as long as you meet the lending criteria, with the added bonus of a full furniture pack included in the price.

For the sum of 21,000,000 baht, for a total living area of 330sqm, which amounts to 63,636 baht per sqm, it represents great value for money. Ownership is freehold, so tenure is secure and transfer simple.

Simon Youens is the Managing Director of Aqua Property Group, a Real Estate Agency based in Patong. To find out more about this property you can contact him by phone 081 537 9684 or visit www.aquapropertygroup.com website.