Situated on the tranquil southeastern coast of Phuket, the Sri Panwa luxury villa estate promises to attract discerning residents. Nestled against the hillsides on a seafront headland at Cape Panwa, most of the residences face east or west into Phang Nga Bay. A few are located in a truly enviable position atop the hill. Each villa has an infinity pool affording breathtaking views over the sea and beyond to pristine islands.

With from three to five bedrooms with ensuites, Sri Panwa homes are each exquisitely furnished to complement the natural wood and stone textures of the interiors. Built on plots ranging from 888 sqm to more than 4,000sqm, the rooms and terraces are spacious, with at least one bathroom in each residence having an outdoor shower or bath. The "Pool Villas" have the added indulgence of a swimming pool surrounding the master bedroom.

Khun Songkran Issara, managing director of Charn Issara Development, the company responsible for the creation of this exclusive headland project, is a self-proclaimed environmentalist. "We searched for the ideal situation for a long time," he says. "Now that we've found it, we're creating 24 villas, each custom-designed to blend in with the individual site. Minimal interference with nature was one of our prime aims."

The eastern side of the estate boasts a private sandy cove with deck pavilion, pool and small café tucked discreetly above on the forested hillside. This makes a shady and picturesque spot for tai chi before breakfast. (Tai chi and yoga classes will also be offered at the estate.)

Facilities at Sri Panwa will also include a restaurant and reception area with a coffee corner, library and Internet facilities. A boutique hotel will also be constructed. Located conveniently just outside Phuket City, Sri Panwa at Phuket offers truly spectacular tropical island living for permanent residents or as exquisite holiday villas.

Prices for the villas range from US$1-3 million.

For more information, please contact Charn Issara Residence Co. Ltd. in Bangkok, telephone 02 308-2020, or the Sri Panwa site on Phuket, telephone 076 371 000-3. Visit the website at www.sripanwa.com.