Villa M, Malaiwana

The crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea and the powder-soft sands of Naithon Beach are in full view from every villa and residence at Malaiwana. Just a short walk or downhill drive from the estate, this pristine one-kilometre-long beach on Phuket’s peaceful northwest coast is perfect for sunning, swimming, snorkelling, stand-up paddling and sandcastle building. A tranquil village atmosphere prevails in this unspoiled island corner, and the beach road is lined with low-key shops and cafés. Numerous hidden coves and beaches are waiting to be discovered along the coast.

The enormous infinity-edge pool, for example, constantly draws the eye through its reflections of the blue above so that diving into it feels like diving into the sky. Around the pool, the spacious deck and sun loungers invite indolence with a book, a chilled drink or a snooze. After a workout in the villa’s superbly equipped gym, retire into the shade of the lounge with its sink-into sofas and whimsical giant clothes-peg and champagne-cork side tables. Conveniently, there’s a bar here too.

Congregate around the dining/kitchen pavilion table, where glass doors concertina open on three sides to ensure you never miss a moment of the ocean’s display. And after the sun has gone down, chill out under a billion stars on the vast, purpose-built entertainment terrace. And then, finally, to bed in one of the villa’s five super-comfortable bedrooms, to dream of sea and stars.

There is an Open-plan living room with bar, 12-seat dining room and open-plan kitchen with ocean views and terrace access; breakfast bar with additional five seats; entertainment room with TV/DVD and video gaming systems; spa room; superbly equipped gym; pool terrace with sunbeds; entertainment terrace. Escape into the villa’s opulent spa room and choose from a comprehensive menu of relaxing treatments by professional beauty and wellness therapists (extra cost applies).

Villa M’s elegant dining pavilion is as delectable as its cuisine. In this elegant glass-sided room, you’ll be perfectly placed to enjoy the spectacular sea and sunset panoramas.