PROJECT

Completed

Villa Medica

in Cape Yamu, Phuket

Answered by a Phuket expert

HOUSES & VILLAS

2015

COMPLETION

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Villa Medica is a completed luxury villa development on Cape Yamu (Laem Yamu), a quiet, exclusive headland on Phuket's north-east coast within the Pa Khlok (Paklok) area. It suits buyers who want space, privacy and Phang Nga Bay views rather than the crowds of the west-coast tourist strip. If you are exploring villas for sale in Cape Yamu, Villa Medica sits firmly at the private, low-density end of the island's property map.

The villas and who they suit

Villa Medica is built around detached houses with generous plots, private pools and open indoor-outdoor living designed to frame the calm-water and mangrove scenery of the bay. The product appeals to end-users seeking a permanent home or a spacious holiday base, as well as owners who plan to combine personal use with a rental model. Cape Yamu leans toward long-let and premium short-let holiday tenancy rather than high-turnover nightly rental, given its tranquil, residential character. Families, retirees and remote professionals who value quiet surroundings and yacht-oriented living are the natural fit here.

Location and access

Cape Yamu is a headland prized for calm water, sunsets and privacy, close to COMO Point Yamu resort, Ao Po Grand Marina and views toward Naka Island. Because it faces Phang Nga Bay, this is a yachting and island-hopping location, not a surf or swimming-beach one. The airport is roughly 25 to 30 minutes away and Phuket Town about 30 minutes, while the west-coast sandy swimming beaches, including Patong, are around 45 minutes by car. Golf, marinas and the island's international schools are within comfortable reach, keeping day-to-day life easy despite the secluded setting.

Ownership, lifestyle and buyer fit

As a landed villa development, Villa Medica sits on Thai land, so foreign buyers typically hold ownership through a registered 30-year leasehold or a Thai company structure rather than outright freehold, which under Thai law is reserved for the land itself. The building can be foreign-owned; the underlying land follows one of these routes, and a Thai property lawyer should confirm the exact arrangement per unit. Lifestyle here centres on the marina, boating, waterfront dining and the serenity of a low-density enclave. Villa Medica best fits a buyer prioritising privacy, bay views and a calm base over walkable beach nightlife.

COMPLEX FEATURES

Communal PoolClubhouseSpaCommunal GymHotel ManagedOn Site RestaurantCar ParkingReception / Lobby Area24H SecurityCCTV (Video Surveillance)

FEES & TAXES

Standard transaction fees in Thailand for a completed condominium under the ownership types listed below.

Freehold

Transfer fee — 2%
Specific Business Tax — 3.3%
Withholding tax — 1%
Stamp duty — 0.5%

Freehold (foreign quota): one-time transfer fee + tax obligations at closing. Annual common-area maintenance (CAM) separately.

Leasehold

Transfer fee — 1%
Stamp duty — 0.1%

Leasehold (30-year): registration fee 1% + 0.1% stamp duty on the lease value. No annual property tax for the lessee.

Buyer and seller usually split the transfer fee 50/50.

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LOCATION

Cape Yamucape-yamu·PhuketTap to open in Google Maps

NEARBY PLACES

Beaches

Thala Beach2.1 km

International Schools

Thalang International Language School Phuket4.8 km
UWC Thailand6.1 km
Finnway International School Phuket6.2 km
British International School, Phuket7.4 km

Iconic Landmarks

Ban Phraya Wichit Songkhram Ruins4.8 km
Wat Sri Sunthon5.1 km

Parks

Phuket Bualuang Fishing Park4.9 km
Ko Kaeo Lake Park7.1 km

Malls & Souks

Robinson Lifestyle Thalang5.0 km

Sports & Events Venues

ACG Phuket Sports Club (Alan Cooke Ground)5.6 km

Museums

Peranakan Phuket Museum6.0 km

DISTRICT

Cape Yamu

Phuket's coastline divides into fifteen distinct tourist zones, each with its own buyer profile, price band and rental cycle. The luxury west coast — Bang Tao, Layan, Surin, Kamala — runs Aman-tier resorts, golf, beach clubs and the highest absolute prices on the island. Drop south through Patong (the tourist…

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FREQUENTLY ASKED

Villa Medica — buyer FAQ

Can foreigners own a villa at Villa Medica in Cape Yamu?

Yes, but not as freehold land. Villa Medica is a landed villa development on Thai land, so foreign buyers usually hold ownership through a registered 30-year leasehold or a Thai company structure. The building itself can be foreign-owned. A Thai property lawyer should confirm the exact arrangement for each specific villa.

Where is Cape Yamu and what is the nearest beach?

Cape Yamu, or Laem Yamu, is a quiet headland on Phuket's north-east coast in the Pa Khlok area, facing calm Phang Nga Bay. It is a yachting spot, not a surf beach. The nearest west-coast sandy swimming beaches, including Patong, are around 45 minutes away by car.

How far is Villa Medica from the airport, golf and Phuket Town?

Villa Medica on Cape Yamu is roughly 25 to 30 minutes from Phuket International Airport and about 30 minutes from Phuket Town. Golf courses, marinas such as Ao Po Grand Marina, and international schools are within comfortable driving distance, so daily life stays convenient despite the secluded, low-density setting.

Is Villa Medica a completed development?

Yes, Villa Medica is a completed villa development on Cape Yamu, so it is a ready, standing project rather than an off-plan one. Buyers can view finished homes on site. Availability of individual resale villas varies over time, so check current listings for what is on the market now.

Who is Villa Medica best suited for?

Villa Medica suits buyers who value privacy, space and Phang Nga Bay views over walkable beach nightlife. Families, retirees and remote professionals drawn to yachting, sunsets and a calm, low-density enclave fit well here. It works both as a permanent home and as a spacious holiday base with a long-let or premium short-let rental option.

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