Conveniently a stone’s throw away from Hong Kong, Singapore and Bangkok, Phang Nga’s west coast remains one of Thailand’s best-kept secrets, tranquil and an elite residential alternative from Phuket.

(TRAVPR.COM) THAILAND  - ^15th July 2010 - Peaceful and unspoiled, there have long been murmurs that Phang Nga’s West Coast is set to become the next big thing to explode on to the property and tourism market in Southeast Asia. Like all great locations around the globe, the natural trend is to develop upwards; Phang Nga is to Phuket what the Hamptons are to New York.

In this case Phuket and its rapid resort-urbanization is the driving force behind luxury developments extending beyond the Sarasin Bridge, the main artery that links vibrant Phuket Island to Greater Phuket in mainland of Thailand.

The proof of the rise of Phang Nga is in the pudding; highlighted by the major investment by Hong Kong tycoon Richard Li who is converting an existing 18-hole golf course into a luxury mixed use destination resort.

Further evidence of the emergence of the region comes in the form of the presence of a refined collection of boutique resorts such as The Sarojin and also several which offer all-pool villa stays including Atleenta and Kameha, all defining the area as the place to be. Elite luxury residences are also emerging with Nai Tai Beach’s Sava Luxury Villas all catering to upscale clientele in pursuit of the flawless beach retreat.

Phuket itself is an established resort island with fantastic infrastructure and a plethora of hotels and beautiful beaches, but the Phang Nga coastline offers something nowadays rarely found in Phuket: kilometres of pristine and untouched oceanfront land.

Phuket has a limited amount of oceanfront land that is appropriate for development of larger projects at affordable pricing levels. Developers are now encouraged to seek alternative locations to Phuket Island and set their sights north towards Phang Nga where there exists affordable absolute beachfront land.

“Phang Nga is already a key luxury ‘mini market’ akin to several already in Phuket: Millionaire’s Mile in Kamala, the Laguna Phuket area in Bang Tao and Nai Thon Beach”. Comments Bill Barnett, leading property expert of C9 Hotelworks.
“There is already a stunning array of multi-million dollar beachfront villas on the Phang Nga stretch of coastline and is now where you can find the highest concentration of upscale villas that face west, affording the stunning sunsets offered along Thailand's west coast” he adds.

Phuket-based Niche Real Estate has been exclusively retained to offer for sale a total of 45.45 rai (7.27 hectares, 17.97 acres) of spectacular beachfront land on the Phang Nga coastline to developers.

Daojai Tanommuang, managing director of Niche Real Estate said, “The land is bordered by a canal and situated adjacent to 130 metres of beach frontage, and with large sculpted boulders on the beach giving a dramatic sense of place, making this site an ideal location for both boutique resorts and residential development”.

“With the added convenience of Phuket International Airport a mere 45 minutes drive away, this area affords travellers effortless journey time from Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Singapore. The region already has infrastructure in place, good roads, transportation, restaurants, shops and golf courses,” she added.

For more information on ‘Destination Phang Nga’ and land for sale please contact Niche Real Estate on dao@niche-realestate.com.

ABOUT NICHE REAL ESTATE
Established in 2010, Niche Real Estate is an independent Thailand-based boutique real estate brokerage specializing in the most exclusive islands, land, developments and luxury villas in Greater Phuket. With local knowledge and an inside track, Niche assists clients to find the best lifestyle and investment opportunities.

ABOUT DESTINATION PHANG NGA
Greater Phuket consists of areas of Thailand including Krabi and Phang Nga Provinces. Phang Nga is located north of Phuket Island and its west coast is a calm contrast from neighbouring bustling Phuket. Other attractions include the famous Phang Nga bay where limestone cliffs emerge from emerald waters: sailing regattas, golf and a typically Thai way of life can still be encountered. The destination is easily accessible for Asian and long haul visitors alike searching for a serene and luxurious Thailand beach retreat.

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