Dream holiday homes in the tropical paradises of Cha-am and Hua Hin
24 Mar 2025
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Despite being dreaded by Thais as a curse, the scorching sun of Thailand’s infamous summer is increasingly being hailed an unbeatable attraction, even a blessing to hordes of foreign tourists fleeing the harsh winter in the northern hemisphere.
They flock to the white sandy beaches in Thai resorts in droves in the Thai summer, even more so than in any other season for the ultimate holiday in the sun. These travelers hope to visit these tropical paradises once in their lives as the perfect antidote to a long cold winter in their homeland.
When it comes to vacationing in Thai resorts, there’s no shortage of holiday accommodations that are not limited to hotels or resorts. There’s a growing trend toward foreign and local holidaymakers opting to kick back in the comfort of their own holiday home or condominium unit in some of these resort towns in Thailand.
Holiday home ownership is no longer a distant hope that years ago seemed out of reach. At present, many condominium projects are offering rooms in sizes that are increasingly affordable to potential buyers.
Those starting out in search of holiday accommodations in resort towns might want to consider condominiums in the holiday destinations that are not so far away from Bangkok as their first choice. Places like Cha-am and Hua-Hin in Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan, respectively, naturally come to mind.
Just a few hours’ drive from Bangkok, these popular seaside destinations invariably have the potential to satisfy the lifestyle needs of travelers thanks to their natural beauty and modern and traditional attractions. There’s timeless architecture dating back to the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V), too. Both destinations are still able to retain a lot of their old-world charm with a scattering of quaint fishing villages and the fishermen’s traditional way of life remaining largely intact, all adding to the nostalgic allure of a bygone era.
Against this rustic backdrop, there’s plenty of functional modernity to be found in the two bustling resort towns, with large modern shopping centers, high-standard hospitals, swanky five-star hotels – all capable of meeting the needs of local and foreign travelers.
These factors have helped broaden the appeal of condominiums in Hua Hin in particular, at least in the eyes of tourists. Condominiums there have been so well developed, built and exceptionally designed that they look so safe, highly livable and extremely attractive like fine hotels. These condos have common areas for recreational purposes like big swimming pools plus all the essential facilities and amenities for the sheer convenience of residents.
Owning a holiday home in a popular resort town has its advantages. Firstly, you can have unlimited stays without the fuss associated with making advance arrangements such as an online booking. Secondly, should you wish, your property can be turned into a holiday rental or sold at a profit in the future given that land prices in Hua Hin [and Cha-am] continue to rise eight to 20 percent annually. Land appraisal prices grow between seven and 15 percent per year.
However, owning a condominium unit in a resort town can be a real worry for owners especially when it comes to maintenance. However, this issue can be easily resolved: just buy a unit from the condominium projects that have a professional property management team in place and that provide exceptional after-sales service.
This can remove your concern about the upkeep of your property. Besides, having a professional property management team in charge helps keep the condo in good condition. This can add value to your condo in case you plan to sell it in the future and make a healthy profit along the way.
If a trip to the seaside is your thing, then having one’s own condominium unit as a holiday home translates into even more efficient holiday planning as far as accommodation is concerned. It’s a good investment, too, as these holiday homes create a high rate of return over the longer term.
So, your next summer holiday won’t be the same again. It’ll be a time of peace and privacy as much as it’s a time of great happiness when you’re able to recharge your batteries.
For you can relax in the comfort of your own abode. If you like, you can always let out your room to foreign tourists for a long-term rent during the high season as well.
Well, there’s no better time to plan a holiday in the sun in places like Hua Hin or Cha-am. Have fun!
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