Villa Ray

Villa Ray rises three storeys up the green hills of Chaweng Noi, a crisp white home of glass and clean lines that looks straight out over the turquoise sweep of Chaweng Bay. It feels secluded and wonderfully quiet up here, yet Chaweng Beach is only a few minutes’ drive away, with Crystal Bay a little further along the coast. Bold contemporary art, sunny yellow sofas and walls of glass give the whole house a bright, playful energy that matches the view.

The thirteen-metre infinity pool is the moment everyone remembers. Its edge seems to dissolve into the bay, built-in seating lets you sit waist-deep and watch the boats, and loungers line the deck for long afternoons in the sun. Above it all, a hundred-square-metre rooftop terrace is made for sunrise yoga, a barbecue as the sky turns pink, or a quiet glass of wine under the stars. Inside, the living, dining and lounge spaces flow together beneath high ceilings, the sea framed in every window, with a sleek white kitchen, a cinema room for film nights and a pool table for friendly rivalries.

Four bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, keep everyone comfortable. The master suite has a spa-style bathroom, a large walk-in wardrobe and a private terrace for sunrise over the water. Families will love the fifty-square-metre family room, with a king bed and a custom-built bunk that sleeps up to three children. Breakfast is included, daily housekeeping and a villa manager are part of the stay, and an in-villa chef can cook to order.