Thailand has its own system for measuring land size. The most common measurement you will encounter is the 'Rai'. One Rai is the equivalent of 1600 square metres – so 6.25 Rai is one hectare (10,000 square metres). There are also smaller units of measure: the 'Wah' - one square Wah = four square metres. 100 Wah makes a 'Ngan' (400 square metres or one quarter of a Rai). So 1 Rai = 4 Ngan. Easy....? A bit confusing at first, yes, but you will quickly get used to it. As a guide a compact mid size house with small garden would fit on a plot of 1 Ngan or one quarter Rai. So 1 full Rai gives you plenty of room for your sprawling tropical dream mansion or a multi home development.
Koh Samui has three categories of land: beach-side, mountain-side, and the narrow ribbon of flat land between. There is still vacant beach-side land available on Samui but very little is left in the main built up tourist areas. Water front properties are no longer cheap but to be able to step down from your balcony and walk just a few metres to the soft coral sands of Samui is rather tempting and for some worth the price. Mountain-side properties are also very popular – as they mostly provide outstanding vistas and views over the waters around Samui and the tropical bush clad hills. Some plots can have quite steep access and topography and are a challenge to build on – but the results and views can be spectacular. Flat land, easy to build on and more likely to already be connected to Koh Samui's roads and utilities, offers different opportunities and less pressure on the budget.
Land plots in gated communities and subdivisions are increasingly popular as a managed and cheaper alternative to individual or stand alone plots. Securing a plot in a complex where an experienced property developer manages the cost and difficulties of acquiring the land and can navigate the bureaucratic intricacies of connecting to the island's infrastructure and roads makes this an easier option than going it alone. As well, ongoing management of the property and security is usually handled by a professional property company such as SunWay Samui. Some of these developments have rules on building design and style but others are quite unencumbered. Our team of professionals can point you to a plot of land in a gated community or stand alone which will fit your needs to perfection.
Only Thai nationals can buy land freehold. So other options need to be considered. Owning a Thai registered company which purchases the land is one option. Long term renewable leases work for many foreigners. Owning a Condominium approved by the government for freehold purchase by foreign nationals is another way to own your slice of tropical paradise. Talk to us at SunWay Samui to get more detail on how each of these and other options work and which will be right for you.
2 000 000 ฿
The land plot has government electricity already provided on the land and has a deep well for water supply. To the land there is a road access and the land is already secured by a concrete fence on 3 sides of the land.
290 000 000 ฿
This piece of land is located in Koh Samui one of the most prestigious location with just a few minutes walk to the beach and surrounded with 5 Stars hotels like Ritz Carlton and Six Senses resort.
65 000 000 ฿
Very affordable piece of land at only 2.5 mln THB per Rai located at the beach front with good size and slope for developments.
Suitable for boutique spa resort similar to Sila Evason in Samui or for villa plots.
Set half way up the east coast of Koh Pha Ngan, the beach forms a natural clear water swimming bay.
8 000 000 ฿
This piece of 1,800 sq.m. land located in Bophut is with concrete road and underground electric.
The access to the land is easy and can be easily accessible with small cars and bikes.
4 000 000 ฿
This plot of 1,284 sq.m. land are within a complex which is is situated high on a coconut palm covered hill – with the shore-line of Bang Po just across the road at the bottom of the hill. This location enjoys marvelous views of the surroundings as well as splendid panoramas of the sea and Koh Pha Ngan Island on the horizon.
15 000 000 ฿
Land plot located in the Narayan Heights development Choeng Mon. The land is 1220 sq.m. and has stunning uninterrupted sea views. There is no possibility of the view being blocked as the front of the land is the road.
