SOMETHING very special is being created beside the fifth hole at Loch Palm Golf Course.

The Vista, a small development of just eight villas in a peaceful and beautiful setting, is about to be launched.

The project will set new standards in affordable golf-course living and will provide stunning golf and lake views.

Each villa has the same floor plan, but the size of each land plot varies.

The ground floor areas are a massive 11 metres long and incorporate the kitchen, dining and living areas.

One side of this area is floor to ceiling glass, complete with two sets of large doors.
The effect is stunning and creates a light and an open plan feel.

The kitchen is finished in white gloss and includes a hob, an extractor, a microwave and a fridge freezer, all in line along one wall.

Everything fits perfectly and forms a long clean line, and the design takes up a minimum of space.

A huge glass window sits parallel to the dining area, allowing diners to enjoy the views as they enjoy their meal.

The living area seats six people comfortably, and overlooks the sparkling swimming pool, which lights up at night to create a mood of its own.

Outside, the garden will be laid with tropical plants to provide sweet smells to fill the air.

The staircase is a masterpiece in itself.

Wooden steps fixed to solid steel appear to be floating in air, and allows extra light into the room through the stairwell.

On the first floor, there are two bedrooms, identical in size and forming a mirror effect, and each is fitted with wardrobes, beds and TV cabinets.

Outside there is an 11-metre balcony, finished in stainless steel and tempered glass, and the views from both the bedroom and balcony areas are simply stunning.

The second floor is a roof top terrace with more than 47sqm of entertainment area.

Almost nine metres off the ground, it provides panoramic views of the whole area.

Up here you can create your own private world well away from the stresses of everyday life.

Each villa has a built-in air-con system providing a cool temperature throughout, and the doors and windows are quality weather resistant white UPVC, and are all fitted with mosquito screens so you can leave them open without having to worry about being bitten.

There is also a 24-hour security service, and cleaning of all the common areas and garbage collection is included, and free, clean filtered water is available from an on-site well.

Each villa has TV and telephone points throughout, and the entire estate will soon have wireless internet.

Construction of the show villa is set to begin next month, and the entire estate is due for completion within 16 months.

Prices start at 6.9 million baht which represents incredible value for money for this location, size and building quality.

*Simon Youens is managing director of the Aqua Property Group. For further information, visit call 0815 379 684 or visit www.vistaphuket.com