Koh Samui Real Estate

Recently designated by the Thai government for special development status, Samui is rapidly developing from a budget holiday destination to an up-market resort island rivaling nearby Phuket.

Older and more affluent visitors are arriving in increasing numbers. Many come from Europe and North America to enjoy the tropical holiday of a lifetime -- and with the island's improving air links, a growing number of visitors from nearby Asian countries have also come to see Samui as a perfect short-break option.

Many decide that when they return, they would rather trade the formality of a hotel for the serenity of their own luxurious holiday home. Others are so enamoured of Samui's tropical charms that they decide it would make an ideal place to retire and live permanently in the house of their dreams.

Whatever their motives, there's no doubt that real estate development is currently a boom industry on Samui. From roadside bungalows to beachfront holiday homes to palatial mountain retreats, it's all still available here.

If you are seriously considering buying on Samui, then we strongly advise you to seek a full and comprehensive consultation with brokers and developers before deciding which option is best for you.