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- Daily continental breakfast
- 1 x roundtrip airport transfer (1 van, 8 pax)
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Terms and conditions:
- Valid on new bookings received from now onwards
- Valid for stays from 1 July 2021 to 16 December 2022
- Must be booked 120 days in advance of preferred stay dates
- Discount varies based on season dates
- May not be combined with other discounts and/or special offers
Panacea Retreat - Purana Residence
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- Panacea Retreat - Purana Residence is ideal for these types of holiday :
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Beach in ten
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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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Going for golf
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Party pads
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Private island hideaway
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Room with a view
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Sensible for seniors
The Experience
Named after the Greek goddess of healing and meaning ‘a remedy to cure all ills’, Panacea Retreat is an inspired moniker for this delightful retreat in the Bo Phut hills. Among the tranquil gardens and harmonious interiors at this haven of holistic living, it’s hard not to unwind. A private yoga instructor will flex and tone you every day, and an in-villa massage will ease your way to total relaxation. Spa-like bathrooms, with locally produced amenities, fluffy white towels and rain showers, add to the indulgent experience.
A 20m infinity swimming pool forms the focus of the villa’s outdoor living spaces, flanked by plenty of cushioned sun loungers and a cuddle couch. When respite from the sun is needed, pull up a seat in the spacious dining sala. This is a great spot to enjoy lunch or a delicious seafood barbecue on a balmy evening.
Purana Residence is a great option for families or groups of friends. There’s a choice of elegant indoor and outdoor areas for socialising, while the luxurious bedrooms make relaxing havens when peace and quiet are sought. No one will feel hard done by either, as all bedrooms are very spacious – the master suite being only slightly larger than the other rooms.
Enjoy the tranquillity of the jungle surroundings and spectacular ocean views knowing that, should you seek them, a choice of sandy beaches and the hustle and bustle of Fisherman’s Village with its assortment of Thai and western restaurants are only a few minutes away. That said, the culinary talents of Panacea Retreat’s kitchen team (trained by Italian chef Alessandro Verdenelli) are considerable and should be generously sampled during your stay (fun Thai cookery lessons are also available on extra cost). Delicious meals, selected from the villa’s priced menu or a la carte (with plenty of healthy options), are prepared in Panacea Retreat’s professional kitchen and enjoyed at the villa’s dining room table, or alfresco in the sala by the pool, while daily continental or cooked breakfast is prepared and served at the villa and included in your rate.
Our review
- Overall Rating:
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8.3
- Reviewed:
- 14-Nov-2014
A contemporary, spacious villa with exceptional sea views, service and perks.
The kitchen team really know their stuff at Panacea Retreat. The dishes we ordered from the a la carte menu were fresh, with an emphasis on quality ingredients and there was a good selection of meat, seafood, poultry, vegetarian and healthy options, as well as local favourites. Meals other than breakfast are prepared in the estate’s professional kitchen, and special orders, eg barbecues, can be discussed with your villa host. Breakfast is no simple affair, with the chef’s baking skills in evidence once again. We recommend the freshly made yoghurt pots, with granola and fruit puree, and some avocado, smoked salmon, cold cuts or cheese to accompany your toast … or perhaps a full cooked breakfast if you have room? Throughout the day, freshly brewed coffee and pots of tea were on offer, with the chef’s biscotti and cookies to keep us sustained until our next delicious meal.
The villa’s layout meant that we found it easy to both come together as a group, or retreat to the calmness of our bedrooms if we wanted some quiet time. High-pressure rain showers were most enjoyable to freshen up before dinner, and guests in the master suite can also enjoy the luxury of a deep terrazzo bathtub. We found the staff to be attentive, always there when we wanted a drink, yet unobtrusive, allowing us to enjoy the luxuries and surroundings of the villa undisturbed.
Individual Scores:
Character/Charm: | 9 | Location: | 9 | Outside Area: | 9 |
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Living Area: | 8 | Bedrooms: | 8 | Bathrooms: | 8 |
Kitchen: | 8 | Facilities: | 8 | Staff: | 8 |
Value: | 8 |
Highlights
A daily yoga class is a lovely perk at small cost. And do try the freshly baked muffins and homemade jams at breakfast!
Surprises
Those with very young children may be concerned about the drop-off from the infinity swimming pool and a few external staircases. Panacea Retreat's hilltop location means walking anywhere is tricky, although daily transfer can be arranged for hire to the shops or beach, and the amazing views from the villas outweigh any disadvantage.
PROs
- Spacious, contemporary design
- Modern show kitchen with island breakfast bar
- Tasteful furniture and Thai art pieces
CONs
- Car is needed
Guest reviews (4)
- Koen D, Netherlands checked out on 09-Mar-2020
- Overall Rating:
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0
- Reviewed:
- 28-Jun-2020
Individual Scores:
Character/Charm: | 1 | Location: | 1 | Outside Area: | 1 |
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Living Area: | 1 | Bedrooms: | 1 | Bathrooms: | 1 |
Kitchen: | 1 | Facilities: | 1 | Staff: | 1 |
Value: | 1 |
- Ran W, United States checked out on 24-Feb-2020
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0
- Reviewed:
- 18-Mar-2020
Individual Scores:
Character/Charm: | 1 | Location: | 1 | Outside Area: | 1 |
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Living Area: | 1 | Bedrooms: | 1 | Bathrooms: | 1 |
Kitchen: | 1 | Facilities: | 1 | Staff: | 1 |
Value: | 1 |
- Vladimir P, Russia checked out on 31-Jan-2020
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0
- Reviewed:
- 18-Mar-2020
Individual Scores:
Character/Charm: | 1 | Location: | 1 | Outside Area: | 1 |
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Living Area: | 1 | Bedrooms: | 1 | Bathrooms: | 1 |
Kitchen: | 1 | Facilities: | 1 | Staff: | 1 |
Value: | 1 |
- Alex R, United States checked out on 14-Aug-2019
- Overall Rating:
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0
- Reviewed:
- 03-Sep-2019
Individual Scores:
Character/Charm: | 1 | Location: | 1 | Outside Area: | 1 |
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Living Area: | 1 | Bedrooms: | 1 | Bathrooms: | 1 |
Kitchen: | 1 | Facilities: | 1 | Staff: | 1 |
Value: | 1 |
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Location
Purana Residence is one of five villas (see also, four-bedroomed Kalya Residence, five-bedroomed Avasara Residence and Atulya Residence, and six-bedroomed Praana Residence) forming the luxurious Panacea Retreat, in Bo Phut Hills. All five villas command spectacular views over Bo Phut, Big Buddha (Bang Rak) and Chaweng bays, as well as making the most of their stunning jungle and coconut grove surroundings. The views are equally as spectacular at night, when firework displays from beachfront hotels will often light up the sky. Encircled by natural vegetation, every villa guarantees total privacy, yet only 3km down the hill is lively Bo Phut Fisherman’s Village where you’ll find shops, ATMs and plenty of restaurants, ranging from Thai and Western, to Japanese, Spanish and Mexican. Do visit the walking street market here on a Friday evening – as well as great street food and cocktails, there are stands selling everything from clothing to handmade décor items, and plenty of live entertainment too. The market dies down by about 11pm, but if you want to keep on partying the bustling nightlife of Chaweng is only 7km away.


Places of Interest(KMs) |
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Fisherman's Village | 3.0 |
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Big Buddha | 6.0 |
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Samui International Airport | 6.0 |
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Chaweng Beach | 7.0 |
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Santiburi Golf Course | 12.0 |
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Nikki Beach Club | 27.0 |
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About Bophut
In recent years Bophut has become synonymous with 'Fisherman's Village' as the once sleepy traditional Thai fishing community of wooden clapperboard houses, has morphed into an exciting and sometimes extremely busy shopping, dining and nightlife destination.
Located on the north-east coast just 10-15 minutes' drive to the international airport, Bophut is home to some of the island's leading resorts such as the Anantara and Hansar Beach while the original Fisherman's Village has been extended to incorporate a new shopping mall and outdoor market area and parking, as well as a number of chic new restaurants and bars, with fun seating on the beach and featuring nighttime entertainment such as fire eaters and attracting a young and vibrant crowd.
Fisherman's Village is also the scene of the island's biggest night market. Every Friday evening, as well as on certain holidays, literally hundreds of vendors set up shop to offer everything from Thai and international street food and snacks, to chic fashions, electronics and local souvenirs. The atmosphere is buzzing and an absolute must-visit for locals and tourists alike.
Meanwhile, the village's traditional shops offer massages, tailoring, locally produced fashions, handicrafts and much more. And the restaurant scene has become an attraction in its own right, with numerous cool cafes and bars, as well as establishments serving a huge choice of local seafood on the barbecue, Italian, Australian and American cuisine.
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
Acclaimed landscape architect, Bill Bensley, masterminded the ‘organised wildness’ of Panacea Retreat’s tropical grounds, and his inspired landscaping continues throughout the villas’ hilltop gardens. Purana Residence’s simple yet well-planned layout is split over two levels, with indoor living and dining above, and the four bedrooms, swimming pool, dining sala and swim-up bar below.
Entering over a water feature, large wooden doors welcome you to the living pavilion, where floor-to-ceiling glass offers 180-degree views of Samui’s northern bays, beaches and the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Thailand to the front, and jungle-clad hills to either side. An open-plan kitchen fitted with state-of-the-art appliances and a breakfast bar is situated at one end of this bright space, while a comfortable lounge area fills the other, focusing on a large flat-screen TV, complete with satellite channels, music system and DVD player. Suspended above the square eight-seater dining table at the centre of the room is a chandelier of elegant Asian-style lanterns. Bowls of fruit, bold flower arrangements, statues and objets d’art add interest to this comfortable and chic living space. Couches are positioned on the balcony to enjoy the views and catch the breeze, and a guest bathroom serves this area.
Downstairs, the master bedroom is housed in a stand-alone pavilion opening onto the 20m swimming pool. Flanking the pool are plenty of umbrella-shaded sun loungers and the dining/barbecue sala and swim-up bar. A further three bedrooms are set slightly further back, below the living area overlooking the swimming pool and garden.
All four bedrooms are stylishly and comfortably furnished, and come with king-size beds and ensuite bathrooms. All offer seating areas, a mini bar, as well as satellite TVs and DVD players. The master suite, which is slightly larger than the guest rooms and has a vaulted ceiling, boasts not only a rain shower, but also a large, terrazzo bathtub.




Key Amenities
- Daily Breakfast
- Elite Concierge
- Free Wifi
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Internet (WiFi)
- Near the beach
- Private Chef
- Private Pool
- Staffed
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Swimming Pool (Private)
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TV (Satellite/Cable)
Other Amenities
- Air-con (Bedrooms)
- Baby Cot
- BBQ
- Bed Linen
- Board Games/Toys
- Car Parking
- CCTV Camera Security
- Coffee Machine
- Digital Film and Music Library
- DVD Player
- Equipped Kitchen
- Generator
- Hairdryers
- High Chairs
- Hotplates
- iPod
- iPod Dock/Speakers
- Microwave
- Oven Toaster
- Oven/Hotplates
- Private Entrance
- Propane Gas BBQ
- Refrigerator
- Safe
- Smoke Detector
- Toiletries
- Towels
- Wine Fridge
Villa Staff
- Chef/Cook (Breakfast only)
- Concierge
- Fully-staffed
- Garden/Pool Staff
- Housekeeping (Full time)
- Manager
- Security
Villa Rates
Promotions
- Daily continental breakfast
- 1 x roundtrip airport transfer (1 van, 8 pax)
Terms and conditions:
- Valid on new bookings received from now onwards
- Valid for stays from 1 July 2021 to 16 December 2022
- Must be booked 120 days in advance of preferred stay dates
- Discount varies based on season dates
- May not be combined with other discounts and/or special offers
Discounts
- - Early bird enjoys 20% discount when booking 120 days advance
- - Last minute bookings enjoy 10% discount when checking in before 29-Aug-2022.
Period | Price per night | 7+ nights | Min stay | Inclusions |
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01-Jul-2022 to 31-Aug-2022 | US$ 830 ++ | US$ 747 ++ | 3 Nights |
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01-Sep-2022 to 10-Dec-2022 | US$ 750 ++ | US$ 675 ++ | 2 Nights |
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11-Dec-2022 to 16-Dec-2022 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 855 ++ | 3 Nights |
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17-Dec-2022 to 08-Jan-2023 | US$ 1300 ++ | US$ 1170 ++ | 5 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | 7+ nights | Min stay | Inclusions |
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09-Jan-2023 to 20-Jan-2023 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 3 Nights |
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21-Jan-2023 to 27-Jan-2023 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 5 Nights |
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28-Jan-2023 to 28-Feb-2023 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 3 Nights |
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01-Mar-2023 to 31-Mar-2023 | US$ 830 ++ | US$ 747 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Apr-2023 to 16-Apr-2023 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 5 Nights |
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17-Apr-2023 to 30-Jun-2023 | US$ 750 ++ | US$ 675 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Jul-2023 to 31-Aug-2023 | US$ 830 ++ | US$ 747 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Sep-2023 to 29-Sep-2023 | US$ 750 ++ | US$ 675 ++ | 2 Nights |
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30-Sep-2023 to 08-Oct-2023 | US$ 830 ++ | US$ 747 ++ | 2 Nights |
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09-Oct-2023 to 31-Oct-2023 | US$ 750 ++ | US$ 675 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Nov-2023 to 08-Dec-2023 | US$ 750 ++ | US$ 675 ++ | 2 Nights |
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09-Dec-2023 to 17-Dec-2023 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 3 Nights |
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18-Dec-2023 to 07-Jan-2024 | US$ 1300 ++ | N/A | 10 Nights |
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Period | Price per night | 7+ nights | Min stay | Inclusions |
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08-Jan-2024 to 09-Feb-2024 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 3 Nights |
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10-Feb-2024 to 18-Feb-2024 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 5 Nights |
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19-Feb-2024 to 29-Feb-2024 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 3 Nights |
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01-Mar-2024 to 29-Mar-2024 | US$ 830 ++ | US$ 747 ++ | 2 Nights |
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30-Mar-2024 to 14-Apr-2024 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 5 Nights |
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15-Apr-2024 to 30-Jun-2024 | US$ 750 ++ | US$ 675 ++ | 2 Nights |
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01-Jul-2024 to 31-Aug-2024 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 3 Nights |
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01-Sep-2024 to 04-Oct-2024 | US$ 750 ++ | US$ 675 ++ | 2 Nights |
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05-Oct-2024 to 13-Oct-2024 | US$ 830 ++ | US$ 747 ++ | 5 Nights |
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14-Oct-2024 to 08-Dec-2024 | US$ 750 ++ | US$ 675 ++ | 2 Nights |
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09-Dec-2024 to 15-Dec-2024 | US$ 950 ++ | US$ 903 ++ | 3 Nights |
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General Conditions
Print ConditionsStandard deposit policy
- 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.
Rates
- Above 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 may be required to pay a security deposit. Any applicable deposit will be returned to you prior to departure less any extra charges or costs for accidental damage to the property.
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.

Purana Residence, a spacious, contemporary 4-bedroomed hideaway, is one of five luxury villas at the exclusive Panacea Retreat, whose hilltop perch provides some magnificent ocean and island views. Situated close to Koh Samui’s highlights yet away from the crowds, enjoy the many services on offer, including a daily yoga class at small cost.










