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.

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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.

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Places of Interest(KMs)
Fisherman's Village	3.0
Big Buddha	6.0
Samui International Airport	6.0
Chaweng Beach	7.0
Santiburi Golf Course	12.0
Nikki Beach Club	27.0

 

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.

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.

 

Bedroom 1 King 6.5m x 5.5m Bedroom 2 King 6.5m x 5.5m Bedroom 3 King 4.5m x 5.5m Bedroom 4 King 4.5m x 5.5m Extra bed 1 Single - Extra bed 2 Single -

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Bedroom four stylish design

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Bedroom four detail

Bedroom four ensuite bathroom design

Bedroom four grand layout

Bedroom four tropical view

Bedroom one view from the poolside

Bedroom one design

Bedroom one detail

Bedroom one outlook

Bedroom one setting

Bedroom one stunning outlook

Bedroom three design

Bedroom two grand design

Bedroom two hallway

Bedroom two layout

Bedroom two outlook

Stunning view from bedroom three

Key Amenities

• Daily Breakfast
• Elite Concierge
• Event Facilities
• Free Wifi
• Internet (WiFi)
• Near the beach
• Private Chef
• Private Pool
• Staffed
• Swimming Pool (Private)
• 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 (All meals)
• Concierge
• Fully-staffed
• Garden/Pool Staff
• Housekeeping (Full time)
• Manager
• Security