For Rent $44,000.00 Per Month - Apartment
WELCOME TO BANGTAO BEACH GARDENS APARTMENT
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Jeanette, Captain & Pucci FACTS This elegant and luxurious 1,400 sq ft two-bedroom serviced apartment is situated on the first-floor of Bangtao Beach Gardens’ secure gated development.
Commanding green views and overlooking the main swimming pool, the apartment is light and airy with elegant, modern finishes, exuding a comfortable and contemporary feel, with a touch of Asia.
The spacious master bedroom has a king-sized bed with an en-suite bathroom.
The second bedroom has a queen size bed, which can be converted to twin beds.
The en suite bathroom of the second bedroom is also accessible from the living room.
There is a private shaded terrace which is perfect for reading, relaxing and enjoying sunset cocktails.
The modern open-plan kitchen with breakfast bar is fully equipped to cater for all occasions.
Bangtao Beach Apartments B23 is the perfect retreat for up to 4 guests and well-suited to cater for families seeking a relaxing and unhurried vacation, as well as for short stays and long-term rental needs.
FACILITIES Bangtao Beach Gardens has two separate swimming pools; a large free-form leisure pool with sun-decking areas and a 33m lap pool. Adjacent to the lap pool, is gym and sauna as well as a BBQ area plus a communal bar/meeting area featuring a large flatscreen TV. Parking is available onsite.
Close to the beautiful beaches of Bangtao and Surin are numerous popular spas and superb restaurants, all within strolling distance.
The complex is immaculately landscaped and maintained with beautiful gardens and has a relaxed resort like ambience.
ARRIVAL Our concierge will be on hand to meet-and-greet, hand over the keys and get you settled in.
We will provide a selection of fruit, milk, tea and coffee to get you started. The tap has filtered water for drinking.
Our concierge will take the security deposit which can be in your home currency (equivalent of THB50000).
Once you check out we will deduct the electricity bill and if there are any breakages or damages.
CHECKING OUT When checking out, our concierge will assist with the handover and settle the outstanding utility bills etc, which must be paid in cash.
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD The Surin/Bangtao neighbourhood is a vibrant upmarket area with luxury hotels, beach bars and restaurants. Surin’s main street has an Italian deli/cafe/bakery Bocconcino serving good coffee.
Directly across is Surin Plaza, which houses a number of gorgeous resort wear boutiques Lola, Ginger, Tryst, Baru & Andara.
Across the road from Surin Plaza check out Paul Ropp, Chandra and Melisanaa. Many more boutiques are to be discovered along Surin’s main road.
Head back towards Surin Beach to find lovely Kaanda’s Swimwear just before the turn into Surin Beach.
200 metres away is, Bangtao Beach, a magnificent 8km stretch of calm, shaded.
The the northern tip of the beach (Layan) is where visitors may have it to themselves.
Just a 10-minute stroll is the casuarina-lined Surin Beach.
Precautions must be taken when swimming during the months of June to October when the surf can be rough with dangerous rip tides. During November to May, Surin’s clear waters are great for snorkeling or kayaking, boogie boarding and surfing.
Just 15-minutes drive from Surin is Laguna where you will discover restaurants, bars and the beautiful Laguna Golf Course. Laguna also houses Boat Avenue Mall with one of the best supermarkets on the island Villa Supermarket offering all your imported delicacies, together with speciality shops, a hairdresser (Kut it), beauty salons, bike shop, Cafés and the newly opened Absolute You for yoga, pilates and spin classes.
Some of the island’s finest antiques can be found on the road to Laguna.
The open-air village markets are also worth visiting, if only to take in the sights and sounds of a typical Thai bazaar. While many fine dining options exist within Laguna’s resorts, a decent range of bars and restaurants have also sprung up outside of the Laguna area in the last 10 years.
Heading south, from Bangtao is Kamala and beyond is Patong ( 30 minutes drive approximately to Patong depending on traffic). Patong is a major shopping hub with vibrant nightlife and 24-hour services.
The Jungceylon mega mall houses a plethora of retailers, restaurants and a cinema.
GETTING AROUND From the airport, we can arrange your airport pick up to the apartment at a cost of THB800.
The best way to get around the island to enjoy the ultimate freedom is to hire a motorcycle for 250 baht/day. Otherwise, you can rent a car for THB1,000 and up for a small Jazz or the likes.
If you are not keen on driving, another option is to hire a driver, especially if you are planning to visit multiple locations. Make sure you agree the fare prior to departing. Taxi stands do exist and have fixed prices to various locations, but taxis can be quite pricey in Phuket.
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CAR RENTALS Both of these companies below are walking distance from the BBG Sa Car Rent – 081-892-4609, 081-536-9894 Andaman Car Rental – www.andamancarrent.com, info@andamancarrent.com 081-892-5046, 086-276-9652
Drivers Khun Karn – 08-9647-5522 (10 seater minivan only) Khun Sa – 081-892-4609, 081-536-9894 Khun Oil – 084 189 7648 Khun Boom – 086 940 3528
Maid service is included 3 times per week (Khun Noi) . She will change the bed sheets once a week. She has worked with me for 6 years. Please treat her with absolute respect.
As we have no laundry facilities Khun Noi can drop your laundry and pick it up. Please leave cash for her. Shopping can be arranged before arrival. There will be a 15% surcharge.
WIFI CODE Jeanette/0815361101
HOUSE RULES & GENERAL INFO Take off your shoes when entering B23. Please leave the dirt from outside at the front door.
Do not turn on the ceiling fans by using the chain. They turn on at the wall.
The terrace door can be left open with the screen door closed so mozzies don’t get in. Always close the windows at the front door and spare room when you go out as when it rains it pours in that side.
If you are using air cons or fans, turn them off when you leave the condo. It not only saves you money, but it also saves the planet. Do not hang towels over the railings. There are racks to dry your clothes.
All the power plugs at B23 are international.
There is an IPOD for music. The code is 1264 and you can connect to my Apple Music account and play any music you like. There is a button next to the speaker on the cabinet that you press for the speakers to turn on. It needs to be green. My concierge will show you this.
There are many DVDs in the drawers. The concierge will also show you how to turn on the TV and and play the DVDs.
My cat Pucci lives on the terrace. The maid comes every second day to clean the house and will clean her sandbox and feed her.
The screen door is always closed so she doesn’t come into the house and most days she sleeps on the neighbors terrace.
Of course if you like cats bring her into the house and shower her with cuddles as she is super super affectionate.
Just make sure she can get to her sand box at anytime.
It is super important that young children wear nappies in the pool and are supervised at all times.
All rubbish is to be put into the bins and not left on the concrete floor of the garbage areas.This is very unhygenic.
There can be power cuts from time to time which are beyond our control. Khun Maew at the BBG office will always have information of what is going on. There is a big candle on the dining table that can be lit.
EAT Cafes/Breakfast/Lunch Oriental Spoon in Twin Palms Resort is open for breakfast and dinner and has the best Sunday Brunch on the island. International cuisine.
Bookings for Sunday Brunch essential – 076 316 500
Bocconcino – Italian deli, café and restaurant located opposite Surin Plaza. Grest bread, coffee and any Italian products, including a nice selection of wines.
Project Artisan – The concept of this gorgeous little oasis is to create a place where you can relax, find inspiration, eat, shop, work, meet friends or chill on your own. The food is healthy with vegan options, excellent breakfasts and coffee but perfect for any time of the day.
All their meats are grilled and they serve line caught fish! The Saparod Spa offers foot or body massages and manicure/pedicure so it’s a one stop shop. They are also dog and children friendly. 093 790 9911
Little Paris – great little café with cool French vibe and excellent menu all day long, including good coffee. 063 050 08322 Anantara Layan – this is a 5 star hotel located at the end of Layan Beach and is one of my favourite breakfast restaurants. The choice and layout of the food is exceptional. 076 317 200
Amanpuri has several great restaurants for lunch and dinner and a beautiful breakfast if you want something special. Choose from Thai, Italian or Japanese. During low-season the Japanese restaurant is closed. Bookings are essential to gain access to the Amanpuri. 076-324-333
Blue Siam Beach Club –Walking distance from BBG and just past Bennys. Beautiful location overlooking Bangtao beach with good vibes, food and drinks. Open every day.
Dinner Riverside This hole-in-the-wall, offers Phuket’s finest local Thai food. You can ring ahead and have the food delivered or walk down the road to eat in. If they are busy, they won’t answer the phone – 076 621 545
Nok & Joes in the back streets of Bangtao offers Thai and Western fare. Canadia Joe is in attendance every night to greet you wearing his signature Stetson. He built this restaurant from a collection of driftwood. You don’t need to book. There is a cabaret show Wednesday and Sunday nights.
Bennys Bar & Grill Ben a long-term resident of Phuket, originally from Italy, brings his hospitality expertise to his own bar/restaurant. The staff are impeccably trained and helpful but what truly makes this venue stand out is that Ben is there every night to ensure each guests’ experience is unforgettable. Walking distance. Bookings essential – 090 700 1509. Closed on Monday
Palm Seafood – This Twin Palms Restaurant is within walking distance from BBG serving live seafood thai style with stunning views over Bangtao Beach. Bookings essential – 076 316 500
Taste – Offers the best international cuisine on the island with excellent cocktails. The owners Jade (front of house) and Martin the chef) are hosting every night. Bookings essential 087-886-6401
Suay Restaurant (Cherntalay) – This uber talented chef, Chef Noi, puts an international twist on traditional thai dishes, in a gorgeous setting about 15 minutes drive from BBG.
This is by far the best restaurant on the island. They also offer a vegan menu. Bookings are essential. www.suayrestaurant.com – 093 339 1890
Baan Rim Pa (Kalim) is the most popular restaurant in Phuket. It’s been around for many years with a gorgeous location above the rocks, overlooking the sea, near Patong. Bookings are essential. Khun Yui can book for you and arrange a nice table.
Siam Supper Club – Air con and a huge favourite with the locals serving international food. Located on the way to Laguna. Contact Ben or Sean to make a booking. www.siamsupperclub.com – 076 270 936
Tatonka – Located next to Siam Supper Club with Chef Harold in the kitchen every night for the past 20 years cooking Latino & Mediterranean style food. www.phuket.com/tatonka – 076 324 349
Bampot – describes their food as ‘modern european’ and located across the road from Siam Supper Club – www.facebook.com/ Bampot.co – 092 130 3114
The Mexican – a pop up colourful van in the middle of Boat Avenue serving all your favourite Mexican dishes. Chef Daniel has also created his range of signature sauces. Great pricing, excellent food and THB99 mojitos and margaritas. Open from 3pm – 10pm daily
La Gaetana – Small Italian Restaurant in Phuket Town with an eccentric owner, Gianni, but excellent authentic Italian food. Bookings essential 076 250 523
Raya Thai Cuisine – in a stunning Sino Portuguese style house serving original Thai cuisine located in Phuket Town – 076 218 155
BARS & BEACH CLUBS Catch Beach Club – Owned by the Twin Palms group and one of the coolest spots on the island. There are DJs every day and often performers in the evening. Great vibes, buffet nights and generally a good place to people watch. About 10 minutes drive from BBQ. Bookings essential http://catchbeachclub.com, 076 316 567
HQ – Also owned by Twin Palms and located on Kamala Beach. Stunning views on the beach with laid back vibes and great menu and eclectic soul tunes. More a day spot. Bookings 091 165 0251
Café Del Mar – Ibiza’s iconic venue has opened in Phuket. With an “A” list of international talent, international cuisine and situated on Kamala Beach with the perfect sunset (next door to HQ), this is the perfect venue for chilling around the huge swimming pool or partying until late at night. Bookings essential 061 359 5500
Ka Jok C – the most fun night you will ever have, if you can get a table. This little restaurant it booked solidly all year around. Great thai food and entertainment as the night continues to surprise.
Apart from the usual restaurants, hotels and beach clubs, head to Patong to any of the thousands of bars. We recommend a very classy club called The White Room – https://www.whiteroom-phuket.com
PLAY Yoga Yoga Republic has both hot yoga and warm fusion classes daily. You can check the schedule – www.yogarepublic.com
Golf The most famous courses are Blue Canyon & Red Mountain. We can book and arrange your tee off times.
Boating Call Khun Kristin for a selection of private boats for charter or if you would like to arrange a day trip – 092 895 3569.
PAMPER Arkanit – Khun Bee worked at Amanpuri and Andara before opening her own massage shop. All the staff are trained under Khun Bee and are the best on the island. The shop is located at the back of Bangtao and walking distance. She can also arrange a home service and we have a massage table at B23. Bookings essential 089-731-9445
Gloss for the best manicures, pedicures and waxing just past Boat Avenue – Bookings essential 086 953 5956
Nailed It – across from Kut It in Boat Avenue – 076 325 687
Kut It – Patrick can cut, colour and blow wave. Location at Boat Avenue, near Villa Supermarket. Bookings essential 076 326 283
Kates Hair & Make Up Studio – Kate manages all the expat women and their hair colour. She is also one of our top wedding stylists for hair and make up. Her salon also does amazing eyebrow tattooing. All the girls on the island have had this done and it looks so natural – Bookings essential – 076 620 020
Namaste – Massage – next to Nailed It in Boat Avenue – 081 894 0854
Thai Carnation – Massage – on the way to Laguna – 076 325 565
Beauty Studio – located in Boat Avenue for a one stop shop – 076 324 423
Neil Donkin – in desperate need of a hair cut, call Neil and he will come to the condo. Bookings essential – 086 947 1991
Dr Suchart – if you are wanting more specialized treatments like botox, laser facials Dr Suchart is the only one I trust in Phuket. His clinic is located in Boat Avenue. Bookings essential. 095 097 5599
Or for super luxury you can book spa treatments at any of the 5 star hotels – Amanpuri, Andara, Twin Palms, Surin Phuket, Anantara Layan.
FUN ACTIVITIES Simon Cabaret – http://www.phuket-simoncabaret.com
Boat Trip to Phi Phi, Krabi or Phang Nga Bay or any of the surrounding islands
Dive in the Similans
Rent a longtail boat off Bangtao Beach and head along the coast, out to Snake Island for snorkeling and perhaps into Banana Beach for a picnic.
Phuket Elephant Sanctuary – https://www.phuketelephantsanctuary.org
Fantasea – http://www.phuket-fantasea.com/index.php
Ziplining – http://www.flyinghanuman.com
Cable Skiing – http://www.anthemwakepark.com
Ka Jok C – the most fun night you will ever have, if you can get a table. This little restaurant it booked solidly all year around. Great thai food and entertainment as the night continues to surprise.
A FEW TIPS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL Before you leave home, check you have 6 months validity remaining in your passport. Once you arrive at BBG, our concierge will check you in at the office. They will only take a photo of your passport.
If you require VIP service at the airport we can arrange this service at THB1500 per person. This enables you to avoid any long immigration queues.
Our concierge can help you to purchase a SIM card at any 7-11. You will require your passport to register.
Have your concierge’s and/or driver’s number with you at all times.
The country code is +66 and 76 for Phuket.
Police 191, Fire 199, Tourist Police 1155, Marine Police 076 215 438, Emergency Ambulance 1060
At the ATM machines the money comes out first, so don’t walk away without taking your card!
Tipping is not mandatory in Thailand and usually the more upmarket hotels and restaurants will add 10%, however if this is not added, a discretionary 5-10% cash tip is appreciated.
Take off your shoes when entering someone’s home. It is disrespectful in the thai culture to wear shoes inside the house. If you are planning to drive remember that you will always be in the wrong as a foreigner.
So if that motor bike with 5 thai people is coming towards you on the wrong side of the road with no helmets and headlights and you hit them, you are in the wrong.
Please do not fiddle with monks, point with your feet, pass any bad remarks or poke fun about the Royal Family. High Season is from November until May (Winter). Green Season is May until November (Summer) with higher rainfall but even during this period the days are be sunny and hot.
A few Thai phrases to get you started Sa Wah Dee (M/Kup)(F/Kha) :Howdy/Hi there/Hello Kop Koon (M/Kup)(F/Kha) : Thanks My Ow (M/Kup)(F/Kha) : No Thanks Sabai Dee Mai (M/Kup)(F/Kha) : How are you today? Sabai Dee (M/Kup)(F/Kha) : I am fine thank you. Jai Dee (M/Kup)(F/Kha) : You are kind or good hearted. Toe Rai (M/Kup)(F/Kha) : How Much? Pang Mak Mak : Too expensive Mai Ped (M/Kup)(F/Kha) : Not spicy Ped Nit Noi (M/Kup)(F/Kha) : Not too spicy Aroi Mak Mak – Very delicious
This Apartment is available for Long Term Rental @ 44,000 Thb per month
Includes Internet and TV Only
Excludes Water and Electricity
Maid is also available at your expense
Further information
info@thaismileproperties.com
Phone or WhatsApp +66 (0) 861200298
Cny email k2019505585@qq.com
Yacht Hire also available
www.thaismile-yachting.com or we can organize for you.
