rideswings Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 I just got here and I will be here for 6 months on a retirement Visa. Im trying to decide where I want to stay. I would like to stay within a 10 minute walk or motorbike ride to a beach. I have visited and would consider Cha Am, Phuket, or Koh Samui. I have been living in Bangkok since last year, and i really dont like it because rents are high and quality of life for me is not what I would like it to be and it doenst have a beach. My considerations include: Within 10 minutes commute to beach by motorbike Rents lower than Bangkok for a 3 or 6 month lease Within 10 minutes to Lotus or Big C Can bring my own beach chair and not have to pay daily to rent one Can anyone shed some light as to what its like to live in these places and if you are happy living there? I have looked on the internet for condos for rent for 3 and 6 months in Samui and Cha AM but have not been able to find much. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seastallion Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 Sorry, I'm keeping quiet about the very long, very white sand, very quiet beach that I like. Maybe 15 minutes to Big C. Rents (no condos) perhaps 25% of BKK. Last time I swam there, my group were the only ones on the beach (not counting the som tam seller about 50m back towards the road. But good luck with your search. I reckon there is a sliding scale of "home comforts" vs tranquility vs price, and you may need to adjust to that. Having said that, the rent factor will be in your favour. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CharlieH Posted March 22, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted March 22, 2014 Here , this is where I would go, less than 10 minutes to the major town etc, low rents, great food. My own piece of paradise. From room to beach, just walk across the road ! No tourism, no commercialism, unspolit. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Popular Post beachproperty Posted March 22, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted March 22, 2014 DSC03377.JPG Here , this is where I would go, less than 10 minutes to the major town etc, low rents, great food. My own piece of paradise. From room to beach, just walk across the road ! No tourism, no commercialism, unspolit. I also know of such a beach!...best to just keep it a secret so it doesn't get ruined by the influx of farangs. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieH Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 DSC03377.JPG Here , this is where I would go, less than 10 minutes to the major town etc, low rents, great food. My own piece of paradise. From room to beach, just walk across the road ! No tourism, no commercialism, unspolit. I also know of such a beach!...best to just keep it a secret so it doesn't get ruined by the influx of farangs. Absolutely right !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Guy Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 DSC03377.JPG Here , this is where I would go, less than 10 minutes to the major town etc, low rents, great food. My own piece of paradise. From room to beach, just walk across the road ! No tourism, no commercialism, unspolit. Looks like where I live! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Noi657 Posted March 24, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted March 24, 2014 While the above certainly looks nice, it doesn't help the OP with his original question! Why post something if it's not relevant! 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wym Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Unless your definition of Paradise includes masses of foreigners and over-development, you'd be a fool to publicise your hidden treasure on the internet. It's bound to be ruined anyway, but why speed up the process? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhythmworx Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 <script type='text/javascript'>window.mod_pagespeed_start = Number(new Date());</script> Sorry, I'm keeping quiet about the very long, very white sand, very quiet beach that I like. Maybe 15 minutes to Big C. Rents (no condos) perhaps 25% of BKK. Last time I swam there, my group were the only ones on the beach (not counting the som tam seller about 50m back towards the road. But good luck with your search. I reckon there is a sliding scale of "home comforts" vs tranquility vs price, and you may need to adjust to that. Having said that, the rent factor will be in your favour. DSC03377.JPGHere , this is where I would go, less than 10 minutes to the major town etc, low rents, great food.My own piece of paradise.From room to beach, just walk across the road ! No tourism, no commercialism, unspolit. I also know of such a beach!...best to just keep it a secret so it doesn't get ruined by the influx of farangs. Why bother posting a reply then? Although TBH I know exactly what you mean I have found my quiet little gems and would never wish to share them on a forum. I don't want to return next trip and be surrounded by coach loads of tourists, even though I'm a tourist myself. Guess I shouldn't have posted this post either as it is no help to the original poster. Oh well, back to my cold bottle of Leo and shoulder massage. Sent form my Samsung Galaxy using a Nice Young Thai Girl to type my message. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 DSC03377.JPG Here , this is where I would go, less than 10 minutes to the major town etc, low rents, great food. My own piece of paradise. From room to beach, just walk across the road ! No tourism, no commercialism, unspolit. It is in the Hebrides, though, right? We're used to these Thai Tourism photos now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post StreetCowboy Posted March 24, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted March 24, 2014 Where? Anywhere in Fife, unless you want the weather. Stay close to the sea, and avoid the midges. Am I the only one posting helpful advice on this thread? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edwardandtubs Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Some posters are being a bit ridiculous. It's not as if a beach recommendation in this thread will lead to a flood of foreigners spoiling your "little gem". TBH, places that meet the OP's requirements are ten a penny in Thailand. Better to arrive and do some house hunting when you get there rather than waste money on a condo arranged online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MRTELLYOUSTRAIGHT Posted March 24, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted March 24, 2014 Who wants to live near the beach where the local foreigners are tossers? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post StreetCowboy Posted March 24, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted March 24, 2014 Who wants to live near the beach where the local foreigners are tossers? Pancake merchants 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Who could resist? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jip99 Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Unless your definition of Paradise includes masses of foreigners and over-development, you'd be a fool to publicise your hidden treasure on the internet. It's bound to be ruined anyway, but why speed up the process? The OP didn't ask for hidden gems, he had a very general request for beach area ideas against his specific requirements. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Unless your definition of Paradise includes masses of foreigners and over-development, you'd be a fool to publicise your hidden treasure on the internet. It's bound to be ruined anyway, but why speed up the process? The OP didn't ask for hidden gems, he had a very general request for beach area ideas against his specific requirements. Portobello meets most of his requirements, but he might have visa problems after secession 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skint Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Unless your definition of Paradise includes masses of foreigners and over-development, you'd be a fool to publicise your hidden treasure on the internet. It's bound to be ruined anyway, but why speed up the process? The OP didn't ask for hidden gems, he had a very general request for beach area ideas against his specific requirements. Portobello meets most of his requirements, but he might have visa problems after secessionI was thinking seaton sands doon by the pots and pans in a lovely static caravan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Patsycat Posted March 24, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted March 24, 2014 North Berwick and Dirleton are nice too. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertthebruce Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Phuket for me is nice, and if its off season i am sure you would pick up some type of Accommodation..., lots of nice beach resorts, busy or quiet, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeonjake Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 skegness, but im sure it dosnt have a bloody big-c Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metapod Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Just take a bus to a town on the coast and check out some of the smaller towns around the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maccaroni man Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 TBH I don't know what rent in Bkk is anymore last time I lived there it was a serviced apartment off s sathorn In 1996 I was paying around 10,000. As for everything else the OP listed on his want list, my vote is Samui. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveAustin Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 which beach would you stay for 6 months? None in Thailand. Actually, I hear HH is popular with old boys or perhaps more south in Prachuap. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Unless your definition of Paradise includes masses of foreigners and over-development, you'd be a fool to publicise your hidden treasure on the internet. It's bound to be ruined anyway, but why speed up the process? The OP didn't ask for hidden gems, he had a very general request for beach area ideas against his specific requirements. Portobello meets most of his requirements, but he might have visa problems after secession I was wondering how long before Portobello got a mention ... Do they have a '7's Team? Practice on the Beach? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asdecas Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 I wouldn't stay on a beach for six hours let alone six months. Still, different strokes.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camilla Conti Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Koh Phangan - for me the best island, I could stay there easily for six months... not too small, not too big! And nature is beautiful 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baneko Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Samui is nice... Sent from my GT-I9300T using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slipperylobster Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 koh chang or samui. koh chang is pretty close to the cambodian border, easy run. koh samui has alot more variety.....if you are definitely setting in for the long run...even a tesco lotus. I would be happy at samui, as i could take the ferry quickly to phangan as well. koh phayam is quiet and relaxing...perhaps boring after a week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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