Akuvara, in the ancient Sanskrit language, means “The Sea” and this absolute beachfront Samui villa has as much sea as anyone could wish for. Akuvara lounges next to the island’s most delightful yet quietest beach, Lipa Noi. With its ultra-modern design featuring huge expanses of glass to make the most of the view, the villa can sleep up to eight people in four pavilions. It’s perfect for families or for groups of friends intent on a lazy tropical beach holiday, with five-star meals made to order and every whim met by the superbly trained staff with their big welcoming smiles. INDOOR LIVING - Poolside lounge and TV room, dining room, upstairs glass-fronted relaxation room, all with wide sea views - Children’s entertainment room with all the right electronics - Minimalist modern glass, steel and concrete architecture, yet in colours that complement the tropical surroundings - Huge areas of glass bring the fabulous sea view right inside - Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout OUTDOOR LIVING - Lipa Noi Beach one step beyond the garden - Spacious wood-floored sala with two large comfortable day beds looking out over the water - Deck in front of the lounge with 4 sun loungers, alfresco dining and barbecue area - Large pool looking out across the sea to the horizon - Intimate winding garden dotted with whimsical statues MASTER - King-size bed with sea views, just steps from the sala, pool and beach - Veranda with large sofa and armchair - Large wardrobe with safe - TV and DVD player; iPod/iPhone dock - Ensuite bathroom with rain shower and twin vanities - Large outdoor bathtub - Fan and air conditioning UPSTAIRS SUITE - King-size bed with sea views from spacious balcony with armchairs and table - iPod/iPhone docking system; TV; CD/DVD player - Large wardrobe with safe - Kitchenette with breakfast bar, fridge, microwave and twin electric hotplates - Ensuite bathroom with rain shower, stand-alone bathtub under glass roof, and twin vanities - Fan and air conditioning ROOM 2 - King-size bed with garden views - Large wardrobe with safe - Ensuite bathroom with shower - Fan and air conditioning ROOM 3 - Twin beds with garden views - Large wardrobe with safe - Ensuite bathroom with shower - Fan and air conditioning