A study in laid-back modern-tropical luxury by architect David Clarke on a quiet Laem Sor beachfront — a grand double-storey pavilion above a T-shaped pool wrapped by pavilions and courtyards, with a sunken poolside dining sala, spa and home theatre.

Designed by renowned architect David Clarke, Ban Mekkala is a study in laid-back sophistication and modern tropical luxury. Every feature of this Laem Sor beachfront retreat has been considered — from the stunning entrance and the grand double-storey pavilion to the azure seascape framed beyond, the pavilion-wrapped T-shaped pool, a home theatre and six air-conditioned en-suite bedrooms dressed in three distinct styles. The main living space sits on the upper storey of the central pavilion as an all-in-one TV salon, dining room, gourmet kitchen and open-air balcony, while the ground floor reads as a cloistered sanctuary around the central pool and courtyard garden. Six bedrooms including two master suites each form a private haven with a king bed, entertainment system and en-suite bathroom — some with outdoor courtyards, others with walk-in showers and bathtubs, several with direct access to the pool or sea. A stone path leads to a sunken poolside pavilion for feasts whipped up by your personal Thai chef, set beside a 20-metre pool with a jacuzzi and shallow children's end. The single-level layout makes it ideal for families, and the quiet beachfront — steps from the sand, near Kamalaya — suits reunions, weddings and groups. A spa room with massage beds, a steam room, kayaks, paddleboards and bicycles complete the offering, with the villa fully staffed by a manager, private chef and housekeeper and a daily breakfast included.