I consider myself a world traveler, and I was very very pleased overall with the Villa. The pool and view were a large draw for us. Kuhn May was always there at the right time to serve up something special or take care of transportation. We opted to stay at the Villa for the majority of two out of three days. The weather was stunning. Imagine that during the rainy season. We had a great boat outing to the Koh Phi Phi's. Kata was a great beautiful beach.

Right from your arrival you are made to feel welcome by the warm greeting from the staff.  The food is 5 Star and there is no need to have dinner anywhere else.  The flexibility and assistance of the staff in particular May made this a very relaxing vacation.  Without a doubt the best family vacation in years.

Sept 2007 - John Madsen (Hong Kong) wrote:

I consider myself a world traveler, and I was very very pleased overall with the Villa. The pool and view were a large draw for us. Kuhn May was always there at the right time to serve up something special or take care of transportation. We opted to stay at the Villa for the majority of two out of three days. The weather was stunning. Imagine that during the rainy season. We had a great boat outing to the Koh Phi Phi's. Kata was a great beautiful beach.

July 2007 - David Nicholson ( Dubai, U.A.E) wrote:

Thank you, home safe and had a very relaxing time even if too short. Your Villa is very comfortable and I can't think of anything to improve it at all. The girls were great, fantastic cooks and so very friendly and helpful. I hope we didn't over impose on them.
Many thanks.

July 2007 - Anne-Louise Hayden (SYDNEY) wrote:

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Villa Jasmine, what a beautiful part of the world! Our journey to Phuket had been so stressful but as soon as we arrived May and the staff made us feel right at home and we settled into Kata Beach life instantly. I cannot say enough wonderful things about May and the girls, they truly are a fabulous asset to you. I did not have to lift a finger, and May was always there for us when we needed her, and the kids just adored her and Baa. So much so, that my youngest, Charlotte, thought that Baa was coming home with us! (wishful thinking!). All in all an absolutely fabulous, relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable stay!

Speaking of which, we would like to come back again in 2008!

May 2007 - Lisa (AUSTRALIA) wrote:

"WOW!!! What a fantastic holiday we had in Villa Malee.. we could have quite easily never left the house for the whole 7 days!! Khun May is without a doubt THE BEST Thai cook in the whole of Phuket.

We went out to dinner a couple of times (even to the highly recommended restaurants and although they were lovely) the food was never as good as our “home cooked” meals. All the staff, went out of their way to make our stay one to remember. They were friendly and attentive without being at all intrusive.

My Friends all commented that Villa Malee was one the best accommodations they’ve stayed in, particularly for a group. Most of these ladies have travelled extensively throughout the world so that is a great compliment. I’m so glad we found and booked Villa Malee and I’m quite sure you will hear from some, if not all of us again!

May 2007 - Fi Murray (ENGLAND) wrote:

"We had a fantastic time at the villa, we loved the pool and saw some beautfiul sunsets. There was plenty of space for our two families and the villa had everything we could need. May and her team were lovely and couldn't have been more helpful, plus Mae's her cooking was sublime. To have the independence of a villa combined with the luxury of being looked after, made for a heavenly holiday."

March 2007 - Pamela & Bruce Tustin (SYDNEY) wrote:

We arrived safely home about midday after a wonderful stay at Villa Malee. As advised, May and Baa are absolutely delightful and a pleasure to be around. They are efficient without being obviously “present” for those of us unused to house staff. The house is gorgeous and totally suited all of us. We all had a wonderful relaxing holiday helped greatly by May and Baa.

March 2007 - Vicki (CANADA) wrote:

We had a fantastic time in Thailand. Your villa was the perfect base for our family to get to the pier and the beach. The staff was everything and more that anyone could expect. You are fortunate to have them. It was great to put a face to your name, and we would certainly stay again and hope to in the not too distant future.

 January 2007 - Anne Fraser (SCOTLAND) wrote:

Just back this afternoon. We spent a wonderful 2 weeks in Villa Jasmine  - thank you for making the arrangements to ensure a great holiday.  Khun May and staff attended to our every wish and we were spoiled with delicious meals prepared for us.  This has been a very important trip for all the family.  Thanking you again.

 January 2007 - Ron Butler (AUSTRALIA) wrote:

We had a wonderful time at Villa Malee.  Your house is beautiful and very well equipped .  May,  Baa and Moo are outstanding.  You are very fortunate to have them as well as Khun Noi your manager. 

November 2006 - Joanna Katory (SINGAPORE) wrote:

Thank you for letting us rent your villa. We all had a fantastic time over the 6 days. May is a brilliant housekeeper and cook and the other staff are great as well. We will def return if coming back to Phuket which we hope to do.

October 2006 - Keri Pennebaker (JAPAN) wrote:

On behalf of all nine of us, I wish to thank you and your wonderful staff for such an excellent holiday. We loved every minute of our time in Phuket relaxing with the massages, exploring islands and forests, swimming in the pool, and devouring Khun May's delicious meals. None of us wanted to leave your little piece of paradise and truly hope we can arrange another escape back to Villa Jasmine. We will recommend your villa to our friends.

September 2006 - Greg Young (Melbourne, AUSTRALIA) wrote:

We still think about Villa Jasmine with fond memories every day - please send our regards to May and the others, they were fantastic.

August 2006 - Sandra wrote:

What can I say it was without question one of the best holidays we've been on (and we've been on quite a few!). It was absolutely brilliant! It was perfectly chilled and stress-free. Just what we needed. We have no complaints or suggestions to make it better - we just had such a great time that we didn't want to come back.

May 2006 - Narelle (SINGAPORE) wrote:

We had a fantastic time, the vila is gorgeous and Mai and the girls were absolutely brilliant, you're definately onto a winner there with them. Mai's cooking was magnificent. I can't think of anything to suggest to improve it, it all worked so smoothly. Thank you for having us.

April 2006 - Rob Cox (LONDON) wrote:

Just got back from Kuala Lumpur last night. We had a fantastic holiday . the Villa and May and team exceeded our expectations! She is a credit to you and we would love to go back. Rooms are all excellent and great pool and other facilities .Everything was splendid! It is a five star experience.

9th March 2006 - James Lisle wrote:

The Villa was superb as was May and her team. Some of the best Thai food I have eaten in 24 years in Asia. I have forwarded details of the villas throughout my company and to my friends. I am confident you will get bookings from them in due course. Certainly my family and our friends the Berlin’s will visit again.

9th March 2006 - Martin Berlin wrote:

My family and I had a wonderful holiday in the Villa Jasmine together with the Lisles. Fantastic service and cooking by May and her team. I will definitely stay there again and recommend it to my friends.

8th March 2006 - Hugh and Jean Michelmore Wrote:

We had such a wonderful fortnight there - I still miss Khun May!
If you can actually drag yourself away from the lovely infinity pool, here are a few suggestions of things to do and places to see:

PHUKET TROPICAL MARINE COMPANY tel: 076273404

We had a great trip to the islands of Phi Phi , Maya and Khai in a speedboat supplied by the above company. We stopped off at Maya initially (also known as Monkey Island) for reasons which soon become obvious. Then on to Phi Phi for lunch after some wonderful snorkelling in beautiful crystal clear waters and passing many wonderful sights. The afternoon was spent on the island of Khai where again the snorkelling is great - right from the shore!!A wonderful day.

PHANG NGA BAY COMPANY for sea cave canoeing Tel: (66) 076210434

This company will take you by air-conditioned coach to the North of the island where you transfer to a large boat. This takes you to the sea caves where trained staff paddle you in canoes in and around this wonderful area the scenery is truly spectacular and the staff great fun.

A splendid lunch is laid out for you on the main boat which then takes you to another island for a spot of sunbathing and swimming etc before taking you back
to the coach for transfer home. This was a very special day and certainly one that we would recommend to anyone.

SIAM SAFARI NATURE TOURS Tel: (66) 762801167

My sister and I did this trip whilst our husbands played golf!!

You are transported by air-conditioned coach to a Nature Reserve on the mainland about 11/2 - 2 hours drive north of the bridge, passing through the most stunning countryside. On arrival at the camp and after refreshments, you either go on a river canoe trip or an elephant ride through the rainforest. The canoe trip is a delight, very peaceful and a chance to catch a glimpse of a lovely variety of bird life and other
exotic animals - stopping halfway for an interesting cup of tea/coffee around a bush fire. Back to the camp for lunch in a most delightful setting before being transferred to the elephant camp where you are introduced to the elephants and their mahoots and are then taken into the forest on these wonderful beasts before returning and feeding them some well earned bananas! Transfer back by coach.

A long day, but well worth the early start.

FISHING

There are many deep sea fishing trips to book and Khun May is quite happy cooking your catch –boats of all sizes can be booked at the information centre at Chalong Marina where we also hired a small speedboat to take just the four of us out for the day to various islands for some more great snorkelling and sightseeing. If you fancy a change of scenery from the wonderful beaches near the villa, try driving to the north end of the island just short of the bridge to the mainland. The road bears round to the left and you will see the sea on the left - pull in anywhere along this wooded area and you will discover a brilliant white sanded beach - we went up there twice and each time there were only a couple of locals on the beach which is miles long! There are also a handful of 'restaurants' with wonderful bamboo shaded seating areas where they serve brilliant fresh fish and cold beer - then just fall into the sparkling sea for a refreshing swim - pure heaven!!

All this and then you return to the joys of Khun May's wonderful cooking!!

Khun May very kindly booked most of the above trips for us and ensured that we were to be collected from the villa etc. She is also very happy to arrange restaurant reservations, taxis etc.

28th January 2006 - James Pelham wrote:

Just a quick note to let you know the holiday was a great success. You have an absolutely fantastic villa there and the girls were great. Thanks for all your help in the organizing Brian and I will hopefully speak to you again soon with regards to my next trip. Many thanks James Pelham.