excerpt from the article "Fit For A President" in Tropical LIVING magazine:
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... and we bought it", Eric reminisces. Villa 1 at Laem Son (Cape Son) is the part-time home of gallery owners Eric and Elisabeth Smulders who divide their time between Phuket and Hong Kong. The Smulders are the proprietors of "Soul of Asia ... Almost a Museum" whose antique treasures embellish every room, nook and cranny of this spectacular estate.
One enters the regal compound through impressive 18th century Chinese doors. Once inside you are greeted by antique Burmese and Chinese statues, ornately carved wooden gables and magnificent views of the glittering Andaman Sea. A sense of serenity envelops you, the only sounds being the crashing waves, singing birds and cicadas. This is a true tropical oasis.
This house consists of 4 double bedrooms with bathroom and 2 double bedrooms sharing one bathroom for children and a nanny room all of which can comfortably be used by adults as well.] This grand home boasts ... an inviting infinity pool, a gym complete with TV and DVD player, a computer and movie room with a large pull-down screen, wireless internet connection (wi-fi) throughout, servants' quarters and beautifully refined landscaping. Each main bedroom is housed in separate 72 square metre Thai pavilions and decorated with antiques and a collection of Ong Vietduong paintings, a prominent artist from Vietnam. Bathrooms are spacious with sunken stone bath tubs built-for-two in the master suites.
The Smulders spent six years furnishing their home before moving in two years ago. The estate is adorned with predominately Asian antiques and furniture from Hong Kong ... The Smulders were the first to buy into the Laem Son project. Having been friends with the architect, Elisabeth had the advantage of being able to design some of the well-planned finishing touches. For instance, all electrical outlets are hidden inside drawers and the control panels for the bedrooms' lights and air conditioning are conveniently tucked inside the headboards which double as long black granite desks housing a safe and mini refrigerator.
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The estate employs four full-time staff. The Head of the House speaks English and is also the head chef versed in both Thai and Western cuisine. Seeing that Elisabeth is French and Eric is Dutch, there's a good chance that your culinary cravings will be met. Also on hand are a driver-cum-garderner and two maids. The modern, fully-equipped kitchen is judiciously positioned behind the wall of the servant's quarter and provides a large wine fridge and dehumidifier in the pantry. Elisabeth has also taken great care to train the staff on how to properly clean the antiques.
... elegance, sophistication and tranquility ... an unforgettable experience.
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