We have just returned from 10 magnificent nights at the amazing Villa Samakee with extended family from all around the world (6 adults and 4 toddlers). Every aspect of our trip was incredible. The villa managers, Kat and Michael, went out of their way even prior to us arriving to ensure that everything was arranged including having dinner and food shopping ready for us on arrival and personally meeting us at the airport. All staff (who were really family to us after a few days - Watee, Nui, Mon, Jean and Preow) were amazing throughout and really made us feel relaxed and at ease for the whole holiday. Don't expect to go out to restaurants too much though as Nui's cooking is far superior - we still went out 4 nights to local restaurants which were all great but without Nui's love and care.

The villa itself is beautiful. Modern, clean, spacious with a great pool and well set out for groups (including families). It is only about an 800m walk from Layan Beach, which is a great...

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