Sunshine Residence – 4-star holiday home in Ban Tai

Description

Sunshine Residence is a 4-star holiday home in Ban Tai, Koh Phangan, with direct access to the beach. Its independent villas suit families and small groups, with two-bedroom layouts measuring 95 or 115 m² and capacity for up to six. Each has a kitchen, private bathroom, air conditioning and outdoor space; one villa includes a private pool, while the beachfront option has sea and lake views.

Shared facilities include a private beach area, garden, terrace and hot tub, as well as a swimming pool with a view. Free private parking and free WiFi are available. The property arranges a one-way transfer from Thong Sala Pier, free for stays of seven nights or more and available for a charge on shorter stays. Kitchens include refrigerators, microwaves, electric kettles and coffee machines. Guests often praise beach access and the helpful staff, while some raise concerns about the pool condition and bathrooms.

Rooms

3 room types · 95–115 m²

Sunshine Residence has three detached villa types, each with a kitchen, private bathroom, air conditioning and outdoor space. The Two-Bedroom Beachfront Villa and Two-Bedroom Pool Villa each measure 95 m² and accommodate up to four people. One has sea and lake views and a small outdoor spa pool; the other has a private pool with garden and pool views. Both include a balcony, patio and terrace, with space for shared meals.

The 115 m² Two-Bedroom Villa is the largest, accommodating up to six across two bedrooms and a living room with sofa beds. Its garden and inner-courtyard outlook, outdoor pavilion and dining area distinguish it from the other options. The first two villas have a microwave, stovetop, toaster and electric kettle; the largest also has an oven. All three have a coffee machine and refrigerator.

Two-Bedroom Beachfront Villa

95 m² Max. 5 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 2 Single bed

Sea viewBalconyPatio

At 95 m², this beachfront villa has two bedrooms, a kitchen, lounge area and small outdoor spa pool. Its balcony and terrace look towards the sea, lake, garden and local landmarks, while a patio adds another outdoor space. A coffee machine and kitchen equipment support self-catering.

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Two-Bedroom Pool Villa

95 m² Max. 5 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 1 Double bed

Private poolPool viewBalcony

This 95 m² villa also has two bedrooms, but its defining feature is a private pool. It has sea, garden and pool views, with a balcony, patio and terrace around the living space. A kitchen and dining table provide room to prepare and share meals.

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Two-Bedroom Villa

115 m² Max. 6 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 2 Sofa bed

Garden viewInner courtyard viewOven

At 115 m², this is the largest villa and accommodates up to six people. Its two bedrooms are complemented by a living room with two sofa beds, while an outdoor pavilion and dining area distinguish it from the other options. Garden and inner-courtyard views, a terrace and a patio complete the layout; the kitchen includes an oven.

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Facilities

46 facilities

Parking

Balcony

Private bathroom

Air conditioning

View

Free WiFi

Family rooms

Kitchen

Shuttle service

Terrace

Sunshine Residence combines beachfront access and a private beach area with a garden, patio, balcony and terrace. Outdoor furniture and an outdoor dining area provide seating outside, and a hot tub adds another leisure feature. Cooking classes, snorkelling, diving, hiking, canoeing and bicycle rental are available, alongside mini golf and a water park.

All villas have kitchens and a coffee machine; appliances include a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, stovetop and electric kettle. A flat-screen TV and DVD player are provided, with free WiFi throughout. Free private parking is possible on site without reservation, and a shuttle service, car hire and concierge service are available. Family rooms, private check-in/check-out, air conditioning and non-smoking rooms are among the other facilities. Rooms also have towels, linen, free toiletries and hairdryers.

General

Beachfront
Outdoor dining area
Outdoor furniture
Private beach area
Patio
Balcony
Terrace
Garden
Hot tub
Cooking class
Snorkelling
Diving
Hiking
Canoeing
Bicycle rental

Food & drink

Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

Dining table
Coffee machine
Toaster
Stovetop
Kitchenware
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
Linen
Towels
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Seating area

Media & technology

Internet services
Flat-screen TV
DVD player
TV

Parking

Street parking

Location

Hotels in Ban Tai

Sunshine Residence faces the Gulf on the Ban Tai coast of Koh Phangan, with direct beach access and a private beach area. Baan Tai Beach is 100 m away. Guests praise the quiet setting and mention shops, bars and restaurants nearby. Thong Sala, the island's port town with its night market, banks and hospitals, is 2.5 km away; Baan Tai village is 1.2 km from the villa. Ban Tai is the long southern coastal strip, between Thong Sala and the southern end of the island. The south-coast road links this beach stretch with the port and the route towards Haad Rin.

Ferries from Koh Samui and the mainland arrive at Thong Sala Pier, 2.7 km from the property. The holiday home provides a one-way transfer from the pier, free for stays of at least seven nights; shorter stays can use the service for an additional charge. Give the manager your boat company and estimated arrival time at least 24 hours before arrival. Free private parking is possible on site, with no reservation needed. From Koh Samui, boat services cross from piers at Bangrak and Maenam; mainland journeys connect by minivan to Donsak before the ferry crossing.

Wat Khao Tham is 900 m away, while the Night Market in Thong Sala is 1.9 km from the property. Phaeng Waterfall lies 3.5 km inland, and Jungle Flight Adventure Park is 4.3 km away. Activity options at the holiday home include snorkelling, diving, canoeing and windsurfing. The island's drier, calmer season runs from February to April; June to September brings short storms. October to December is the wettest period, with rougher seas on the east coast in November and December.

Baan Tai Beach
White-sand shoreline beside the resort, with swimming and sunset views.100 m
Wat Khao Tham
A Buddhist temple set close to the Ban Tai coast.900 m
Baan Tai
Local settlement with shops, places to eat and island road access.1.2 km
Night Market
Evening market for street food and everyday shopping in Thong Sala.1.9 km
Phaeng Waterfall
Waterfall in Koh Phangan's forested interior, reached from island roads.3.5 km
Ko Pha-ngan Pier
Island ferry arrival point, with onward songthaew and taxi connections.2.7 km

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Is it for you?

Yes, if…

✓you want a beachfront stay: the holiday home has direct access and a private beach area.
✓you need space for a group: the villas range from 95 to 115 m² and accommodate up to six people.
✓you prefer to cook: every villa has a kitchen with appliances including a microwave, stovetop and refrigerator.
✓you want a private pool: the Two-Bedroom Pool Villa has one, alongside the swimming pool with a view.
✓you plan to arrive by ferry: a one-way transfer from Thong Sala Pier is free for stays of seven nights or longer.

Maybe not, if…

✕you expect consistently clear pool water: some guests found the pool cloudy or dirty at times.
✕you are sensitive to bathroom condition: some guests noted mould, wet floors, weak water pressure and limited hot water.
✕you need to pay entirely on arrival: payment before arrival by bank transfer is required.
✕you need a free pier transfer for a shorter stay: the complimentary one-way service applies only to stays of at least seven nights.

What guests say

84 verified reviews

7.4

Guests often praise the direct beach access, quiet setting near shops and restaurants, and the friendly, helpful team. Some found the pool small, cloudy or dirty at times. Others noted dated bathrooms, mould, wet floors, weak water pressure and limited hot water.

Staff8.2

Location8.2

Cleanliness7.6

Comfort7.2

Facilities7.0

Value for money6.9

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Sunshine Residence cost?

Rates at Sunshine Residence vary by season, villa type and dates. For your stay, view current rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Sunshine Residence?

Thong Sala Pier is 2.7 km from Sunshine Residence. The property can arrange a one-way transfer from the pier; it is free for stays of seven nights or more and carries an additional charge for shorter stays. Send the manager your boat company and estimated arrival time at least 24 hours in advance. Free private parking is available on site, with no reservation possible.

What is near Sunshine Residence?

Baan Tai Beach is 100 m from Sunshine Residence, and Baan Tai village is 1.2 km away. Wat Khao Tham is 900 m away; Thong Sala's Night Market is 1.9 km away. Phaeng Waterfall is 3.5 km inland, while Jungle Flight Adventure Park is 4.3 km away. Ko Pha-ngan Pier is 2.7 km from the holiday home.

What payment and deposit rules apply at Sunshine Residence?

Sunshine Residence requires payment by bank transfer before arrival; the property sends instructions after booking. A THB 6,000 damage deposit is collected in cash on arrival and refunded at check-out after an inspection.

What kitchen equipment is available at Sunshine Residence?

Each villa at Sunshine Residence has a kitchen. The 95 m² villas include a microwave, stovetop, refrigerator, electric kettle and toaster; the 115 m² villa also has an oven. Coffee machines and kitchenware are available across all three layouts.

Are the villas at Sunshine Residence suitable for families?

Sunshine Residence has family rooms, and its villas provide two-bedroom layouts with capacity for up to six. The 115 m² Two-Bedroom Villa has a living room with sofa beds; the two 95 m² villas accommodate up to four people each.

Does Sunshine Residence have a private pool?

Only the Two-Bedroom Pool Villa at Sunshine Residence has its own private pool. The holiday home also has a swimming pool with a view; the beachfront villa has a small outdoor spa pool and sea, lake and garden views.