Cohiba Villas Phuket
LUXURY TROPICAL LIVING AT ITS BEST
Luxury two-story stylish tropical villas with private pools and gardens in a secure gated community on an elevated hillside conveniently located in vibrant Layan, close to all facilities in Cherng Talay, Bang Tao. The dominating position ensures both breezes and privacy and because of the environmental restrictions at this location, views cannot be obstructed by other projects. Villas can be customized for room and floor layout and personalized for materials, colors and kitchens. Established
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- Mountain View
- Sea view
- Tropical garden
- Private pool
Infrastructure
- 2 beaches
- Golf course
- 5* hotel
- Beach
- Restaurant
- SPA
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Buying in Phuket as a Foreign National
A focused legal, tax, visa and lifestyle briefing tailored to this property and its location. Information is general guidance — InDreams Phuket recommends consulting a Thai-licensed lawyer before signing any reservation agreement.
Property Ownership Rules
Foreign ownership in Thailand depends on the asset class. Condominium units may be purchased freehold (within the 49% foreign quota). Villas and houses are typically structured via long-term registered leasehold (30+30+30) or a Thai limited company. Our legal partners will recommend the optimal structure for this property.
Investment Returns
Net rental yields in Phuket\'s prime west-coast areas typically range from 5% to 8%, depending on location, building age, management quality and seasonal occupancy. Capital appreciation in the same areas has historically averaged 5–7% per annum.
Tax & Fees for Foreign Buyers
Total combined closing costs for a foreign buyer typically fall in the 3–5% range of the purchase price, depending on the deal structure and how transfer fees are split. InDreams Phuket can request a written closing-cost estimate from our partner law firm before you commit.
Visa Pathways for Property Owners
The flagship visa for foreign investors and high-income professionals. Four eligibility tracks: Wealthy Global Citizen (USD 1M+ in assets & USD 80K income), Wealthy Pensioner (age 50+, USD 80K pension/year), Work-from-Thailand Professional, and Highly Skilled Professional. Tax incentives include a flat 17% rate for HSP and no taxation on foreign-source income brought in.
The fastest and most popular route for property buyers who do not qualify for LTR. No income, age, or investment requirements beyond the one-time membership fee. Includes airport fast-track, dedicated concierge, and 90-day reporting handled by the program.
Available to foreigners who invest at least 10,000,000 THB in qualifying assets, including condominium units registered as freehold to the applicant. Renewable indefinitely while the investment is maintained. Suitable for buyers acquiring premium units in this price range.
Long-established option for buyers aged 50 and above. Requires either 800,000 THB on a Thai bank deposit or a monthly income of 65,000 THB. O-X variant grants a 5-year stay for nationals of selected countries.
Lifestyle for Expats in Layan Beach
Layan is the northern continuation of Bang Tao Beach, separated by a small canal and a forested headland. The character changes immediately. Where Bang Tao has beach clubs and a busy main road, Layan is residential, low density and dominated by the Anantara Layan resort, a handful of branded villa estates and large private homes hidden behind walls in the hills. Foreign residents here tend to be at the higher end of the market and lean towards families with school-age children who want UWC or BISP within a ten minute drive but prefer not to live on top of Boat Avenue. The beach itself is short, shaded by casuarina trees, and has a fishing community at the canal mouth that keeps the atmosphere local rather than resort-styled. There are no large nightclubs and only a few restaurants directly on the sand, with the Beach House at Anantara as the main beachfront option. For daily errands most Layan residents drive south to Cherngtalay and Boat Avenue, which puts groceries, clinics, cafes and the Friday night market within four kilometres. Healthcare follows the same pattern as Bang Tao, with Bangkok Hospital Phuket the main private facility in town. Layan suits buyers who want green surroundings, larger plots, beach access without crowds, and the lifestyle of the Cherngtalay corridor with one extra layer of quiet.
- UWC Thailand International School 3 km
- HeadStart International School (Cherngtalay campus) 5 km
- British International School Phuket (BISP) 7 km
- Berda Claude International School 4 km
Boat Avenue (about 4 km south in Cherngtalay); Porto de Phuket (4 km south); Laguna Phuket complex (3 km, golf, lagoons, spas); Layan village small strip with local restaurants and marts.
Bangkok Hospital Phuket (23 km); Thalang Hospital — public (8 km); Bangkok Hospital Siriroj (25 km).
Beach House at Anantara Layan, Breeze Bar at Anantara Layan, Jampa Restaurant at Tri Vananda, Project Artisan Phuket (Cherngtalay), Trisara private beach dining (north of Layan).