Baan Ora Chorn is extravagantly spacious with just four bedrooms (plus a nanny's room) spread over a huge 2000sqm plot right on Lipa Noi beach. Elegant contemporary Thai architecture blends well into this peaceful tropical beachside setting smothered in palms bursting with coconuts. Steeply sloping roofs and vaulted ceilings with vast walls of glass complement the extensive wood finish used throughout to give an understated yet very chic feel. A huge 18m pool set in English style green lawns dominates this stylish property, contrasting nicely with the waters of the turquoise bay and the glorious white sand of the almost deserted beach.
Stone washed paths lead up from the beach linking the poolside sala (ideal for alfresco dining) with separate bedroom pavilions, housing two of the four double bedrooms (all ensuite and three with outdoor bath tubs) and onto the main pavilion. A huge open lounge and dining room dominated by rich woods and extensive floor-to-ceiling folding doors stands over the whole property with great views out to the Islands in the distance, particularly from the balcony. Gentle sea breezes flow through this light and airy pavilion which also houses the kitchen, a TV room and two further double bedrooms. Four staff cook, clean and serve, discreetly gliding around the property. The chef conjures up both Asian, especially Thai, and western cuisine from the open, fully equipped kitchen whilst the chirpy manageress is on hand to arrange sightseeing, shopping, boat trips and car hire (all extra). All provisioning can be undertaken by the chef based on guests’ wishes (on account), and an extensive suggestions menu is there to assist. Ora Chorn means ‘beautiful or dignified lady’ – this captures nicely the essence of this elegant and somewhat refined villa.

Baan Ora Chorn is one of a cluster of exceptional private villas on the quiet western side of the secluded Lipa Noi peninsular. You approach the villas through an unfinished development with little sign of construction. There is nothing of consequence in the immediate vicinity of the villa, which guarantees complete peace and quiet. The beach is gloriously sandy and the sea is ideal for swimming year round and boasts beautiful views out to the small islands of the National Marine Park and across to the mainland. Facing due west, this is also the best beach on the island to enjoy the tropical sunsets. A small jetty for ferries to the mainland sits a few hundred metres left of the villa, its only impact being the occasional distant announcement of a departure. Local life centres on a small fishing village towards the end of the bay, which is also one of the chef's sources for delicious fresh seafood.

Map (see Google Map)

 

Places of Interest(KMs)
Nathon	5.0
Bo Phut	15.0
Santiburi Golf Club	22.0
Chaweng Beach	26.0
International Airport	31.0

 

About Lipa Noi
One of Koh Samui’s best-kept secrets, Lipa Noi boasts three kilometres of curved white sandy beach smack in the middle of Koh Samui's west coast. With its local village ambiance and laid-back beachside vibe, Lipa Noi makes an ideal destination for family holidays or a special getaway with friends. If stunning sunsets, calm crystal waters, fine sands, swaying coconut palms and a selection of exceptional private luxury villas tick your boxes, then take a closer look at Lipa Noi.

The picturesque sandy beach here is one of the best on the island for kids, and there’s plenty of shade from the coconut palms lining its edge. Calm and very shallow water means year-round safe swimming and a good choice of watersports, and although Lipa Noi is only five minutes from the mainland ferry pier, it is the most serene and untouched beach on Koh Samui’s west coast. For a carefree family holiday, Lipa Noi is hard to beat.

You’ll find plenty of places to eat, both on and off the beach and a massage under the shade of a palm tree, with views across the island-speckled waters of the Gulf of Siam, is easy to fix. Lipa Noi is also close to a number of popular Koh Samui attractions, including the island’s main waterfalls at Namuang, the Magic Buddha Garden high in the hills, and Paradise Park Farm, a family friendly adventure with a hilltop pool, animal and bird feeding and amazing views.

Although Lipa Noi and the west coast of Koh Samui is better known for its peace, quiet and exclusivity, it’s also home to one of Samui's trendiest beach clubs, the Nikki Beach Resort, which draws visitors from across the globe.

With some of Koh Samui’s most sought-after accommodation located close to the beach and in the lush forested hills above the ocean, a Lipa Noi luxury private villa holiday is guaranteed to deliver total rest and relaxation.

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.

The entrance to Ora Chorn is up wide stone steps which lead from the car port and rear gardens. At the top of the steps is the imposing main living and dining room (seating for 10) with vaulted ceilings and lazy fans (no air-conditioning), tall fold-away patio doors and a delightful balcony overlooking the front gardens, swimming pool and sea beyond. A half flight of stairs leads down to an open-plan and equipped kitchen with small breakfast bar, adjacent to a TV room with satellite TV, DVD player and comfy sofas. Head out of floor-to-ceiling fold away doors and underneath the living room is the first bedroom, a king with ensuite shower. The second bedroom in the main pavilion, again king bedded, is off the living room up a half flight of stairs. Highlights include an open balcony bath shaded by tall palm trees, separate shower, a private sun terrace and pleasant balcony with sea views. Leading from the main pavilion towards the sea are two further stand-alone bedroom pavilions. Both with king beds, huge vaulted ceilings with pleasant fans, chic walled outside baths and separate inside showers. The bedroom at the front has fabulous sea views and tall ceiling doors which fold back to a terrace and a storage area which doubles as a child’s single bed. All bedrooms are air-conditioned and come with Bose iPod players, modern bathrooms including raindrop showers and twin sinks. Down a few steps is a sala with dining for 10 and a convenient drinks fridge adjacent to the 18m swimming pool which is surrounded by sun loungers and day beds. Lawns lead to the beach just beyond.

 

Master Bedroom King 5.6m x 4.6m Bedroom 5 King - Bedroom 2 King 4.8m x 5.1m Bedroom 3 King 6.5m x 4.5m Bedroom 4 King 4.3m x 5.6m

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Villa and Bedroom with Garden View

Garden View - King - Master Bedroom

Balcony Bathtub - Master Bedroom

Garden View - King - Bedroom 2

Garden View - King - Bedroom 3

Key Amenities

• Air-con
• Car (Extra)
• Internet (WiFi)
• Swimming Pool (Private)
• TV (Satellite/Cable)

Other Amenities

• Baby Cot
• BBQ
• Bed Linen
• Book Selection
• Car Parking
• Ceiling Fans (Living Area)
• Coffee Machine
• DVD Library
• DVD Player
• Equipped Kitchen
• Extra Bed (Roll away/mattress)
• Food Menu
• Hairdryers
• High Chairs
• Home Theatre System
• 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

• Chef/Cook (All meals)
• Housekeeping (Full time)
• Manager
• Security
• Shopper