Tuesday, May 18, 2010

I know, I'm a bad blogger

Things have been stressful! I'm working on it.
Anyway, to lift your (and my) spirits, here is an amazing villa for rent on the island of Koh Samui as pointed out by my roommate Ms R. She has plans to visit there this time next year (and didn't invite me!) and I'm trying to talk the boy into a visit with his mates. You'll understand why when you see the photos, I promise!

Villa Facilities:

Sleeps 10, 3 master bedrooms with ensuite Jacuzzis, 2 double rooms with ensuite bathrooms.

78 meter long double loop Slide from the top balcony to the Swimming pool built by Pool&Spa (www.poolspa.co.th), Amusement park standard as seen at water park projects: Ayuthaya water-park, Castle-hill water-park amongst others.

Fully fitted functional kitchen

Laundry room with Washer & dryer

Digital safe in master bedroom suite.

Remote control air conditioning in all rooms.

Large screen satellite TV and DVD player in living area with the most comfortable U shape Sofa you will ever experience!

An Office room with computer & printer / scanner. Internet Wifi access through out the Villa.

A playroom with an 8’’ Pool Table & a Fuss ball Table as well as many board games.

Ping-pong table.

Barbecue.

Jacuzzi

Our holiday retreat is 600 square meters (6460 Square feet) of luxury living-space set in a 3045m2 (7.5 acres) landscaped property in a tropical forest just south of the northwestern tip of Koh Samui. Beautiful local beaches, golf course, restaurants and shopping are a few minutes away by car.

It has five elegantly appointed bedrooms that can sleep up to 10 peoples, each with its own bathroom. Three of these bathrooms have large Jacuzzis and picture windows to enjoy the gorgeous sunsets. The ultra comfortable living area contains an enormous u-shaped sofa, 52” LCD TV, with surround sound system and the True Vision satellite service. The adjacent dining room sits up to 14 persons. The games room contains an 8ft. pool table, fussball table, and a variety of other popular games. There is also an outdoor ping-pong table. For those who wish to stay connected, we provide a fully equipped office and ADSL wifi access.
The villa is fully air-conditioned throughout.

The stunning 92 square meter infinity pool and Jacuzzi is complemented by an amazing 78 meter long double loop slide plunging directly from the top-floor balcony to the pool. The poolside terrace is fully furnished for outdoor dining and lounging.

Cooking (breakfast included), cleaning and maintenance are provided by our permanent staff.

The tropical forest setting enhances one's sense of peace and tranquility for a calm, stress free, and truly unforgettable vacation.

~From the website













Amazing, right?! How great would a week spent with 9 of your nearest and dearest be?
Rates are from $US700 per night in the low season, up to $US1200 a night during peak season. That's between $70 and $120 per person per night!
Oh how I dream...

~Images via luluholidays

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

The Swing of Things

Stunning! Inspired by the falling leaves of Autumn, MutDesign's Leaf Swing is a beautiful mix of adult and child, innocence and fragility and steel. It's made from a laminated material, and is now also available in a hammock and self standing swing version.






 Beautiful.

Images via MutDesign