A superior holiday home offering an exclusive and stylish environment in a gorgeous beachfront setting

Phuket is considered the jewel of Southeast Asia, with both immense beauty and incredible verve; a tropical island where astute investors have been swooping in to snap up luxury properties.

Demand for luxury real estate in Phuket, among Thais and foreigners from Asian markets – including Singapore, Hong Kong, India and Malaysia – continues to grow. Phuket's world-famous pristine beaches, tropical climate, quality of life, beautiful diving sites and some of Asia's best golf courses make the property market here well-positioned for the increasing demand.

The island offers a matchless combination of awe-inspiring landscape, first-class amenities and lifestyle convenience. Residents and second-home owners enjoy an increasingly sophisticated infrastructure that includes an international airport, international schools, world-class hospitals, seven spectacular golf courses and year-round sailing through the awesome islands of Phang Nga Bay.

Phuket is a vibrant, growing place, with its expanding international airport offering more direct flights than ever from major centres in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Tourist arrivals received a boost with the commencement of direct flights to the island from the Middle East, specifically Emirates from Dubai and Qatar Airways from Doha. Convenient access from the Persian Gulf region could drive future demand for the island's residential resort properties.

Purchasing a second or third home on Phuket is not only a lifestyle investment. Many buyers are also looking for homes with healthy capital growth potential on resale while covering the cost of maintaining a holiday home. Rental yields vary depending on the quality of the residence, as well as an owner's level of personal use. Today's buyers favour resort-managed estates, and with the best villas, substantial rental returns are seen.

This luxurious resort property will appeal to the discriminating buyer in search of a private retreat, with superior location, stunning views, discreet sophistication and seductive amenities, as well as high-end investment performance.

The absolute beachfront location promises a rare opportunity to live a life of comfortable elegance in a glorious waterfront setting on Phuket's famed West Coast. The oceanfront townhouse resides in harmony with an idyllic seascape on the much-in-demand Bang Tao Beach, affording uninterrupted beach and sea views.

Classic in décor and classy in execution, the Thai contemporary style of the residence creates the perfect ambiance for a sophisticated yet informal lifestyle in the carefree environment of a tropical island residence.

Graceful proportions, delicacy of scale and a fluid transition between indoor and outdoor spaces create an ideal setting for fine resort living. Spacious and stylish, the 3-storey townhouse offers pampering, tranquillity and luxury.

With 292m² of elegance, the vacation home features an expansive open plan living room, kitchen and two impressive ensuite bedrooms.

Numerous outdoor spaces, including terraces and balconies, allow for sublime al fresco dining, living and entertaining. There is
a large balcony with a dining table, ideal for sunset dinners and long breakfasts while overlooking the white sandy beach. The pièce de résistance is the gorgeous and very private rooftop terrace, with a dazzling plunge pool. The breathtaking ocean panorama unfolding will enchant and mesmerise, day and night.

Nestled amidst acres of exquisite gardens and flanked by the azure water of the Andaman Sea, the splendid residence sits on the grounds of Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket Hotel, which is part of the gated Laguna Phuket Resort. Having been consistently wowing visitors for more than 25 years, one of Dusit Thani's greatest assets is its beautiful beachside location on Bang Tao Bay. It is a 6-kilometre-long stretch of soft, sand beach with spectacular sunset views. Bang Tao has largely kept its original unspoilt character and has become one of the most desirable locations in Phuket.

Dusit Thani effortlessly exudes a refined touch through its famously charming Thai service, its classic décor and its relaxed atmosphere. The resort was named Thailand's Leading Beach Resort and Thailand's Leading Golf Resort at the Asia & Australasia World Travel Awards.

Offering an elegant, low-maintenance lifestyle, property owners have access to the resort's luxury amenities, making it a rewarding lifestyle. Facilities and services include restaurants, bars, spa, swimming pool, fitness centre, tennis court, 24-hour security, kid's club and the adjacent championship 18-hole golf course. Owners of the elegant residence will have free membership for two at the Laguna Phuket Golf Club. Ranked among the Top 10 in Asia, Laguna Phuket Golf Club is one of Nick Faldo's favourites. The award-winning course features a wealth of scenic lagoons, coconut groves and undulating fairways, set against the dramatic backdrop of the mountains and nearby sea.

Purchasing a Phuket resort villa is not only a passport to a stunning island lifestyle, it is also likely to prove a sound investment. A rental programme is available to property owners. This particular property has a proven track record when it comes to rental returns, netting THB500,000 in profits to the existing owners during the first quarter of 2012.

Combining all the trappings of a luxury hotel and the intimate environs of a private home, this refined resort villa is the ultimate holiday hideaway.