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Baan Jakawan
What You Get




- Baan Jakawan is ideal for these types of holiday :
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Beach in ten
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Body and soul
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Bring the relatives
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Fair share for groups
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Gastronomic delights
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Party pads
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Perfect for weddings
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Room with a view
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The great outdoors
The Experience
Jakawan means 'universal' and this villa certainly belongs to the bigger picture. Sitting on the cushioned sofa in the welcome sala (gazebo), gazing over the property's spired pavilions down to the dramatic coast and cerulean seas below, you definitely feel you're on top of the world.
This feeling stays with you as you move through the villa's myriad spaces, with wide terraces and balconies, fold-out doors and tall windows turning the spectacular views into wall art. The only time you feel enclosed is when you want to be; drawing the black-out curtains to watch a movie on one of the villa's many flat screen TVs (satellite only available in the living pavilion) .
Baan Jakawan's universal design also means it's ideal for large groups or family gatherings. The furnished poolside terrace and dining pavilion can easily accommodate large numbers of guests, while in- and outdoor dinner and lounge choices allow everyone to switch between spaces as the mood takes them. Privacy is easily found in one of the many garden courtyards or on sheltered terraces, and although five of the bedrooms have adjoining walls, once inside you feel reassuringly removed from the rest of the villa (unless, of course, your neighbour decides to test the powerful in-room music system to the max!).
The staff seem to know what you want before you ask, and there's always someone in attendance to meet requests. The advantage of a personal chef (provisioning on guest account) is that meals can be ordered to suit your schedule and taste. With a good choice of Thai and international fare on the suggestion menu, and the added option of a barbecue in the poolside sala, it’s unlikely you'll feel the need to head out too often.
Baan Jakawan boasts what must be one of Thailand's most dramatic private infinity pools. It may not be a place for toddlers (steep drop-offs abound), but with views to die for and a cool drink waiting at the swim-up bar, it's a strain to head back to your room and change for dinner.
Our review
- Overall Rating:
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8.6
- Reviewed:
- 09-Mar-2010
Get high on lux design and coastal splendour.
The chef's extensive repertoire covered everyone's taste and from the fresh and filling breakfast, right through to post-dinner drinks, the knowledgeable English-speaking villa manager and her diligent staff made sure we never felt ignored (although the one night we did head out for dinner, there was no-one around on our return). The music and visuals in the lounge caused initial consternation, because no-one could work out which remote to use, but once we had the iPod pumping soothing tunes into the views, such minor irritations disappeared. Bedroom-wise, we preferred the upper level suite to the more luxuriously appointed master, mainly because of its dramatic location and views, which made waking up an absolute pleasure. Having said that, the bathroom in the master is definitely a cut above, with a double rain shower that could rekindle even the most jaded romantic flame.
For adventurous types, a hire car is a must. With one, you're ten minutes from the bright lights and endless dining and shopping choices along Chaweng Beach (east) or the more sedate, beachside pleasures of Choeng Mon (west). There are two or three resorts with beachside restaurants quite close to the villa but with a wide selection of dishes on the in-villa suggestion menu, eating in is a much more appealing option. The lack of a gym may concern more active guests, but the provision of a proper lap pool and the many steps at the villa more than justify your next meal.
Overall, Baan Jakawan stands out as an ideal private escape – especially for a group of friends or families with older children. What's more, the attractive rates allow you to celebrate your good fortune in memorable style!
Individual Scores:
Character/Charm: | 9 | Location: | 8 | Outside Area: | 10 |
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Living Area: | 8 | Bedrooms: | 8 | Bathrooms: | 8 |
Kitchen: | 9 | Facilities: | 9 | Staff: | 8 |
Value: | 9 |
Highlights
The views from Baan Jakawan are nothing short of sublime and definitely make up for the lack of a beachside ambience. The villa is close enough to the sea to still hear the waves and floating in the infinity pool feels like being suspended in space. The garden terrace and sala by the pool, like the terrace that fronts the main living pavilion, are wide and comfortably furnished, so you can really enjoy the location to the full.
Surprises
Arriving at night, the road that leads through the estate to the villa is only partially lit and this can be quite worrying, especially as you have to negotiate a sharp, steep turn by the villa's entrance. One problem with so much extravagance is that you start looking for faults, but the few we found far from spoiled the stay (uncomfortable TV positioning in the double guest bedrooms and challenging lighting combinations in the living pavilion). The many steps and drop offs are potential hazards for young children and those who are not comfortable with stairs – or heights!
PROs
- Superlative sea views
- Split level infinity pool and sundeck
- Private cliff-side bedroom pavilions
- Poolside sunset bar
CONs
- Steep drive to villa entrance
- Lighting controls difficult to fathom
- Multiple levels so lots of steps
Guest reviews (2)
- Kyang K, United States checked out on 17-Feb-2014
- Overall Rating:
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10
- Reviewed:
- 07-Mar-2014
Individual Scores:
Character/Charm: | 10 | Location: | 10 | Outside Area: | 10 |
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Living Area: | 10 | Bedrooms: | 10 | Bathrooms: | 10 |
Kitchen: | 10 | Facilities: | 10 | Staff: | 10 |
Value: | 10 |
- AS, Malaysia checked out on 29-Jul-2010
- Overall Rating:
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8.5
- Reviewed:
- 23-Aug-2010
Individual Scores:
Character/Charm: | 10 | Location: | 10 | Outside Area: | 9 |
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Living Area: | 8 | Bedrooms: | 8 | Bathrooms: | 7 |
Kitchen: | 7 | Facilities: | 8 | Staff: | 10 |
Value: | 8 |
Gallery
Location
Baan Jakawan sits high on the hillside above Choeng Mon served by a network of private roads that link the various plots in the Narayan Heights Estate. Other villas were being built at the time of our visit (Jan 2010), although none, as yet, interfered with the views. The nearest beach is directly below the villa, but waves here can be higher than on other beaches and there are quite a few rocks beneath the water, so swimmers should be careful. The Bhundari Resort and Karma Samui are both nearby, but with your own impressive choice of private facilities and staff on site there's really not much need or advantage to be gained from venturing out.


Places of Interest(KMs) |
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Samui International Airport | 3.0 |
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Chaweng Beach | 5.0 |
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Bo Phut Fisherman's Village | 10.0 |
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Mae Nam | 11.0 |
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Santiburi Golf & Country Club | 17.0 |
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Nathon | 25.0 |
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About Choeng Mon
A rocky stretch of coast backed by steep cliffs divides Samui's eastern and northern beaches. Choeng Mon beach sits in a deep bay that cuts into the rocky coastline, its soft sands considered some of the island's finest and the shallow waters ideal for year-round swimming and sunbathing. The beach here is lined with restaurants and boutique hotels. Inland, the small tourist town of Choeng Mon has developed along the main road with tailor's shops, restaurants, bars and supermarkets serving visitors. Chaweng, the island’s most developed tourist area, is around five kilometres south of Choeng Mon, reached via a long hilly stretch of cliffs and bays. Once you get there, the choices for food, entertainment and shopping are vast: the main strip lined with stalls selling copy goods and souvenirs, interspersed with restaurants, bars, boutiques, opticians and pharmacies.
About Koh Samui
The third largest island in Thailand, Koh Samui is just 21km at its widest point and 25km at its longest. The hinterland consists of forested limestone hills and the shoreline is made up of countless coconut palm-fringed beaches and bays.
Traditionally a coconut plantation and fisherman's haven, in the last few years the island has grown into a major holiday destination with regular connections to Bangkok and direct flights from Hong Kong and Singapore. Despite rapid development, Samui is small enough to retain its charm and its modest size also makes it a convenient, laid back location even during busy seasons.
As well as fine beaches, Samui is known for recreation, relaxation and fine food. The blue waters of the Thai Gulf provide a wealth of possibility for water sports, while on land the island is well known for its professional and indulgent spas and health retreats. Fresh seafood is a specialty at most of Samui's restaurants, but you can also enjoy food from almost every corner of the globe thanks to the island's strong international influences.
Each beach on Samui has its own particular character and ambience. The east coast beaches of Chaweng and Lamai are busy, commercial areas with everything from beach vendors to fast food chains, while to the north, Bang Rak and Bo Phut have a more relaxed local village atmosphere. Beaches like Lipa Noi and Laem Set on the western and southern shores feel much more remote and untouched.
Koh Samui combines comfort and convenience with a sense of real escape and this has made it a popular choice for residential as well as tourist development. The island is an eclectic blend of nature and sophistication, one that draws repeat visitors every year to indulge in its tropical delights.
Rooms
Electronic gates open onto a car park and open-sided sala with 180° views. Three pavilions, separated by landscaped gardens, sit on three levels leading down to the 40m infinity pool. On the upper level, steps lead to a bedroom pavilion with covered balconies front and back. This suite features a centrally placed king-size bed below a vaulted ceiling, plus a desk, flat-screen TV/DVD, dressing area and ensuite bathroom with terrazzo bathtub and walk-in rain shower. The room is cooled by both ceiling fan and air conditioning. One level below the entrance, the open-plan living pavilion is spacious, fan-cooled (no air conditioning) and luxurious. The equipped kitchen is fronted by two sofas, then the room extends into a dining area (seating ten) and large lounge with wall-mounted flat-screen TV (satellite, DVD) plus a powerful stereo system with iPod dock. JBL speakers are fitted in the lounge and on the walls of the wide, wrap-around sea view terrace. Here, an outdoor dining table seats ten, while a lounge space is furnished with comfortable outdoor sofas. Glass folding doors surround the living pavilion, maximising the views. A separate two storey pavilion, connected by steps and a walkway to the living pavillion houses two more king-bedded rooms. These have the same configuration as the first bedroom, with central beds, built-in desks, flat-screen TV/DVD, dressing areas and sea view bathrooms. The upper bedroom has a bathtub and rain shower, the lower room just a walk-in shower. Both look out across the pool to the coastal views beyond. A sand-washed, covered terrace links three ensuite twin bedrooms which sit below the living pavilion. Although each room has its own distinctive décor, all share the same layout with built-in wardrobes, flat-screen TV/DVD, mini-bars and safes. The bathrooms all have walk-in showers, twin sinks, grey stone tiling and sliding doors onto private garden courtyards. On the generous pool terrace cushioned loungers are positioned to enjoy the seascapes and the vast infinity pool is divided into a rectangular lap pool that drops to a circular pool served by a swim-up bar. Attached to the bar is a well-equipped dining sala (seating ten). Steps lead down from this level to the ocean-view master suite. Situated below the circular pool this luxurious suite features a comfortable sitting area and bedroom furnished with a stylish four-poster king-size bed. A separate dressing area leads to an expansive ensuite bathroom with indulgent terrazzo bathtub and an open wet room with double rain showers.




Key Amenities
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Air-con
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Internet (WiFi)
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Swimming Pool (Private)
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TV (Satellite/Cable)
Other Amenities
- BBQ
- Bed Linen
- Book Selection
- Car Parking
- CD Library
- CD Player/Stereo System
- Ceiling Fans
- Coffee Machine
- DVD Library
- Equipped Kitchen
- Extra Bed (Roll away/mattress) (Extra)
- Food Menu
- Hairdryers
- Home Theatre System
- Hotplates
- iPod Dock/Speakers
- Iron/Board
- Laundry Service (Extra)
- Main Dining (10 persons)
- Microwave
- Oven/Hotplates
- Safe
- Swimming Pool Toys
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Tumble Dryer
- Wine List
Villa Staff
- Babysitter (Extra)
- Chef/Cook (All meals)
- Housekeeping (Full time)
- Manager
- Masseuse/Spa Therapist (Extra)
- Shopper (Extra)
Villa Rates
Period | Price per night | Min stay | Inclusions |
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26-Apr-2022 to 30-Jun-2022 | US$ 1090 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Jul-2022 to 31-Aug-2022 | US$ 1270 ++ | 3 Nights |
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01-Sep-2022 to 30-Sep-2022 | US$ 1090 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Oct-2022 to 07-Oct-2022 | US$ 1270 ++ | 3 Nights |
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08-Oct-2022 to 11-Dec-2022 | US$ 1090 ++ | 2 Nights |
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12-Dec-2022 to 16-Dec-2022 | US$ 1270 ++ | 3 Nights |
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17-Dec-2022 to 31-Dec-2022 | US$ 2500 ++ | 7 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | Min stay | Inclusions |
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01-Jan-2023 to 05-Jan-2023 | US$ 2500 ++ | 7 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | Min stay | Inclusions |
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26-Apr-2022 to 30-Jun-2022 | US$ 995 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Jul-2022 to 31-Aug-2022 | US$ 1120 ++ | 3 Nights |
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01-Sep-2022 to 30-Sep-2022 | US$ 995 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Oct-2022 to 07-Oct-2022 | US$ 1120 ++ | 3 Nights |
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08-Oct-2022 to 11-Dec-2022 | US$ 995 ++ | 2 Nights |
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12-Dec-2022 to 16-Dec-2022 | US$ 1120 ++ | 3 Nights |
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17-Dec-2022 to 31-Dec-2022 | US$ 2500 ++ | 7 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | Min stay | Inclusions |
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01-Jan-2023 to 05-Jan-2023 | US$ 2500 ++ | 7 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | Min stay | Inclusions |
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26-Apr-2022 to 30-Jun-2022 | US$ 945 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Jul-2022 to 31-Aug-2022 | US$ 1045 ++ | 3 Nights |
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01-Sep-2022 to 30-Sep-2022 | US$ 945 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Oct-2022 to 07-Oct-2022 | US$ 1045 ++ | 3 Nights |
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08-Oct-2022 to 11-Dec-2022 | US$ 945 ++ | 2 Nights |
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12-Dec-2022 to 16-Dec-2022 | US$ 1045 ++ | 3 Nights |
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17-Dec-2022 to 31-Dec-2022 | US$ 2500 ++ | 7 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | Min stay | Inclusions |
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01-Jan-2023 to 05-Jan-2023 | US$ 2500 ++ | 7 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | Min stay | Inclusions |
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26-Apr-2022 to 30-Jun-2022 | US$ 845 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Jul-2022 to 31-Aug-2022 | US$ 950 ++ | 3 Nights |
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01-Sep-2022 to 30-Sep-2022 | US$ 845 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Oct-2022 to 07-Oct-2022 | US$ 950 ++ | 3 Nights |
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08-Oct-2022 to 11-Dec-2022 | US$ 845 ++ | 2 Nights |
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12-Dec-2022 to 16-Dec-2022 | US$ 950 ++ | 3 Nights |
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17-Dec-2022 to 31-Dec-2022 | US$ 2500 ++ | 7 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | Min stay | Inclusions |
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01-Jan-2023 to 05-Jan-2023 | US$ 2500 ++ | 7 Nights |
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General Conditions
Print Conditions
Discounts
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Discounts are sometimes available for booking early (usually 120 days and over prior to check-in). For discounted rates click on the Check Availability button and enter your dates or contact Customer Service.
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Lower rates are also available if less rooms will be used. Contact Customer Service for details.
Standard deposit policy
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In order to have a booking confirmed you must make deposit payment as outlined in The Villa Guide Booking Terms and Conditions unless special conditions are indicated for the period you are booking. The standard deposits are:
- For rentals beginning more than 60 days after the date of your booking request - a deposit of 50% of the total rental amount is payable.
- For rentals beginning 60 days or less after the date of your booking request - the total rental amount is payable as a deposit.
Standard cancellation policy
- In the event of cancellation, penalties as outlined in The Villa Guide Booking Terms and Conditions apply unless special conditions are indicated for the period you are booking.
- It is strongly recommended that you purchase trip cancellation travel insurance.
Amendment of confirmed booking
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Changes to a confirmed booking such as amendment of dates will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and cancellation charges may apply.
Rates
- Prices may change based on the time of your booking, arrival date and length of stay. For approximate rates, please click on the Check Availability button and enter your dates.
- Whilst every effort is made to keep rates current, they are subject to change from time to time. If there is a rate change you will be informed before a booking is confirmed.
- Confirmed booking rates will not change.
Security deposit
- Upon arrival at the villa you will be required to sign a waiver of liability and a credit card authorization form which will allow for damages and any additional charges that you may incur to be charged against the card.
Check in/out
- Check in – 3.00pm, Check out - 10.00am
- Late check outs up to 6.00pm may incur a half day charge, after 6.00pm a full day may be charged.
- Every effort will be made to accommodate other check in/out times but will depend on availability.
The Villa Guide full Booking Terms and Conditions are available here.
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An exceptional 7-bedroomed hillside residence with an impressive suite of high-end facilities and services. At Baan Jakawan, Thai-style shingle roofs crown three contemporary living pavilions that open onto jaw-dropping ocean views, fronted by a stunning 40m infinity pool. Rock star luxury in a spectacular yet easily accessible location.




