Villa Sammasan looks out over the Andaman Sea from its a lush hillside perch, just a few moments’ walk from the soft sands of Surin Beach on Phuket’s scenic west coast. One of eight villas in the exclusive Surin Heights estate, this three-bedroomed villa offers ocean views from every room, and from its 9-metre infinity-edge pool and poolside relaxation sala. Interiors are accented with striking modern artwork and bright furnishings and fittings. Staffed with a villa manager, chef and team of housekeepers and close to many good restaurants and shops, Villa Sammasan makes an ideal Phuket holiday choice for families.

The layout

INDOOR LIVING - Bright living space opening onto pool terrace - Dining area with table for eight - Sleek modern kitchen with breakfast bar - Media room with flat-screen TV, DVD player and library - iPod dock with speaker system wired inside and out

OUTDOOR LIVING - Stylishly furnished pool deck with built-in daybed - Poolside relaxation sala with sunken cushioned seating - 9-metre infinity pool

Bedrooms

Master bedroom - Large, upper-floor bedroom with ocean views - Modern four-poster king-size bed - Sitting area with chaise-longue - Huge ensuite with jacuzzi bathtub, shower and separate WC - dressing area with yoga/exercise space

Guest rooms - Two similar-sized rooms with ocean-facing balconies - One with modern, four-poster queen-size bed - One with twin beds with a pull-out bed, makes a great kids room - Both rooms with ensuite bathrooms - all bedrooms decorated with bright modern artwork