Fast developing a reputation of being the “Thai Riviera”, Hua Hin takes its name from a providential bit of royal history when a 100 years ago, Prince Krom Phra Naresworarit became the first member of the royal family to build his palaces beside the beach, lending credence to its nascent reputation as a growingly luxurious waterfront escape.
Since then, Hua Hin’s natural beauty has attracted monarchs like King Prajadhipok (Rama VII) and other members of Thai aristocracy to embrace Hua Hin as their summer escape. In fact, right up to 2006, it was the full time residence of the much beloved King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX).
After the building of southern railway connected Hua Hin with Bangkok along with various destinations en route, many Bangkok natives are rediscovering Hua Hin as an elegant getaway from hectic Bangkok, in turn making it the most popular beach resort in the country. This rapid gentrification has led to investment and stay opportunities like La Villa Baan Ing Phu.
While the many attractive heritage summer palaces have become a tourist draw in recent history, La Villa Baan Ing Phu is situated in a secluded drive that is off the main road, cleverly avoiding the pitfalls of rapid gentrification while reaping the benefits of growing communal infrastructure like transport and retail experiences.
Nestled next to scenic landscapes like the lush green fairways of Black Mountain Golf Course and neighbouring a peaceful meditative retreat for monks; La Villa Baan Ing Phu sits in a prime location of stunning natural beauty which includes a giant park once reserved for the royal family. Located just 10-km from the centre of Hua Hin, it takes less than 15 minutes to access Hua Hin’s amenities like shops, banks and supermarkets.
La Villa Baan Ing Phu is a perfect getaway destination in one of the most beautiful valleys of Hua Hin. Only 3 hours from Bangkok, its location is ideal for both local and international travellers. In August 2018, the Department of Airports announced that it will spend 3.5 billion baht to upgrade Hua Hin Airport over the next five years with a projected tenfold increase of travellers using the airport to three million a year.
The upgrade is part of the “Riviera Thailand” and Southern Economic Corridor projects, opening up Hua Hin to international destinations including: Hong Kong, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Wuhan, Singapore, New Delhi and other ASEAN countries.
Baan Ing Phu is much more than a luxury private estate – it’s an extraordinary lifestyle that epitomises relaxation and refined living for the few. The resort also offers a diverse range of sports and leisure facilities that reflect its five-star environment such as fitness, tennis, paddle tennis, spa, restaurant and security.
Ultimately, La Villa Baan Ing Phu is a relaxed stress-free environment for people who expect exceptional living standards, in a locale which members of Thai Royalty once called home.
Prices from THB 60,000,000 (sixty million); USD 1,900,000 (one million, nine hundred thousand)