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West Sands May 2009

May 27, 2009
The May development photographs concentrate almost entirely on the amazing progress that is being made in the development of the Water Park. Several key attractions can now be seen taking shape and the pure scale of some of the rides can be appreciated. In addition to the water park there are several nice photographs of the beach area and a "spot the West Sands staff" picture!
May Development Photographs

The Lazy River Spot the West Sands girls! A birds eye view of the Water Park


Songkran Festival - Mai Khao Turtle Release

April 14, 2009

It's just been Thai New Year which is called the Songkran Festival . During this time there is a release of the turtles that use Mai Khao Beach as a nesting ground, it’s organized by the Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation who patrol the beach during nesting time (October- November). After finding the eggs they then (with the help of Marine Biological centre) hatch the turtles and look after them until their shells become hard enough for them to survive in the wild. At New Year they are released. The survival rate in doing this is a lot higher than if the Turtles were left alone and this year a magnificent 30 Green Sea Turtles were released, including a seven year old that was washed ashore entangled in fishing nets last year. There was some damage to her front flippers but after careful nursing she was strong enough to return to the sea. It takes 20 years for a turtle to become of nesting age and numbers are diminishing. Organisations like the Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation fully realise that every Turtle is precious and programs like this will go a long way to ensuring the survival of some of the oldest species on the planet.


I was lucky enough to be joined at the Turtle release by some of the property owners from West Sands, Mats & Rita from Sweden who were fortunate enough to release a Turtle and will no doubt be keeping a sharp eye out for her return from their beautiful Beach front Villa!


Pictures From The Turtle Release


Mix & Match Guaranteed Return Offer

March 17, 2009
We know that the type of people interested in buying property at West Sands varies greatly. For some your luxury property on Phuket will be seen as a great holiday home, for others perhaps it is seen as nothing more than an exceptional investment opportunity. It is with this in mind that we have come up with a new Guaranteed Return offer that offers a lot more flexibility than most. Welcome to the Mix & Match Guaranteed Return program.

For The Pure Investor

For those people interested in only using their West Sands property as an investment we can offer an impressive 7.5% guaranteed return.
For Those Looking For A Holiday Home

Mix & Match allows flexibility on a year by year basis. If you require 30 days per year usage then we will give you a 6% guaranteed return. If you drop that usage down to 14 days then you will receive a guaranteed return of 7%. You can adjust your usage requirements year on year as your lifestyle requirements change.

Mix & Match offers total flexibility to West Sands property owners. As your lifestyle changes and you wish to spend more or less time on Phuket your guaranteed return will alter accordingly. To find out more about the Mix & Match Guaranteed Return or to discuss your requirements with us please use the Contact Us page.


West Sands March 2009

March 17, 2009
March sees some finishing touches being applied to many of the properties and some moody weather closing in. Landscaping was always a very important part of the West Sands development and now that investment is paying dividends. The villas in particular look even more exceptional when surrounded by the greenery that abounds at West Sands.
March Development Photographs

Beach Villa surrounded in lush greenery. Weather closing in Condos nearing completion


Our Credit Crunch Beating 10% Guaranteed Return Offer Gets Extended

February 03, 2009
West Sands are very happy to announce that the 10% Rental Guarantee offer on all purchases of apartment and town home properties is now being extended to cover February, the offer will run up until the 28th of February 2009. We've made this decision due to an unprecedented demand for this credit crunch beating offer! Remember that this offer gives you a rental guarantee of 10% for the first FIVE YEARS! Combined with the expected appreciation in property value it makes West Sands property an investment not to be missed.

To date this offer has been especially welcomed by investors from Switzerland, Russia, China and Japan and we look forward to many more investors taking advantage of this extended offer period.


West Sands January 2009

January 19, 2009
Have you ever wondered what a Water Park looks like before it becomes a Water Park? Well, anyway, in the first set of development photographs taken in 2009 we get to see how work has been progressing at the various rides and attractions that will form Phuket's first water park. The Beach Villas also feature heavily in this latest set of pictures.
January Development Photographs

An overview of the water park View from the Beach Villas A big hole that will become a water park


West Sands December 2008

December 04, 2008
The Town Homes feature again in the December set of development photographs. Remember that if you purchase a Town Home from West Sands before the 31st of January 2009 we'll give you an unrivalled 10% rental guarantee for the first 5 years! Not only will you own an outstanding 3 bedroom property but you'll also be making a great investment for the future. Besides the Town Homes we've also took the chance to show off some of the progress that has been made on other parts of Phase 2, perhaps the most eagerly anticipated being the Water Park, a first for Phuket!
December Development Photographs

View down to the beach The Town Homes taking shape A big hole that will become a water park


WEST SANDS SCOOPS GREEN DEVELOPMENT AWARD, WINNER FOR SECOND YEAR RUNNING

November 06, 2008


Barry King, Sales Director at West Sands

West Sands, Phuket’s newest 5-star residential and resort development, is delighted to announce that West Sands has for the second consecutive year won the prestigious Green Development Award at the Thailand Property Awards.

Mr Barry King, property sales director of West Sands, was the representative who attended the awards ceremony and gala dinner, which were held on November 1 at the Conrad Hotel in Bangkok. The event was attended by more than 550 distinguished guests from a variety of sectors in the real estate industry, including developers, agents, architects, interior designers and real estate associations.

“From the beginning, our property has had an outstanding product and commitment to environmentally friendly methods. Half of the entire development has been dedicated to landscaping, enhancing the already superb natural surroundings with waterfalls, lakes and pools. We are environmentally sensitive, offering energyefficient water-conservation systems, solar energy, double glazing, biodegradable refuse plants and an organic vegetable garden, all of which are part of our effort to create a unique and sustainable holiday experience.” said Claude Baltes, Resort Director.

“This prestigious award shows our investors and guests that West Sands is engaged in green development and committed to transforming our built environment into a green environment. This is not just a trend: it is our responsibility for the world” added Mr. Baltes.

Further information on the awards and the judging process used can be found here.


West Sands October 2008

October 26, 2008
Work is continuing at rapid pace on multiple elements of the West Sands development. This latest set of development photographs gives a wider view of how some of the properties and facilities are located in relation to each other.
October Development Photographs

an overview of west sands


Special Offer On Phase 2 Condos and Townhomes

October 17, 2008
West Sands are very happy to announce an industry leading offer on all Phase 2 Condominium and Town Home purchases. Buy your Condo or Town Home from West Sands before the 31st of January 2009 and we'll give you a guaranteed return of 10% for the first 5 years!

To secure your property and find out more about this very special offer please contact us!



August Development Photographs

September 15, 2008
West Sands is a true beach side resort, no matter what type of property you buy or stay at you are within minutes of the beach and sea. This latest set of development photographs highlights this prefectly. Also look out for the very first signs of the water park!

Residence 3 Beach villas Location of the water park

August Development Photographs



Environmental Day

August 13, 2008
The 12th of August, besides being Mothers Day and the Queens Birthday in Thailand was also Environmental Day on Mai Khao beach. The idea is that different groups from within the local community sponsor a 3 metre by 3 metre plot of land in which trees indigenous to the area are then planted. The event was extremely well supported with over 700 trees being planted!

West Sands was well represented at the event, several staff members using their national holiday to go and do their bit for the environment. Although it must be said that some members of staff did a little more of the hard work than others (Mentioning no names, Barry!). A huge thank you goes to all the West Sands staff who took the time to plant trees, helping to ensure that Mai Khao looks as spectacular in a hundred years as it does now.

chief officers from local district council, Thalang The happy West Sands team First tree going into the ground

Mai Khao Environmental Day



July Development Photographs

July 30, 2008
We've concentrated on the building of the 2 bedroom lock-off apartments and the 3 storey town homes this month. Real progress has been made with these properties and we're sure that it will not be too long until we can take some photographs of these properties finished!

3 story town home from the front 2 bedroom lock-off kitchen town home pool

West Sands Construction - July 2008



Youth Of Thailand Boxing Championships 2008

July 28, 2008
West Sands General Manager Joe Mercer was present at the Youth of Thailand Boxing Championship finals in Bangkok on 10th July 08 to see three of the West Sands supported Phuket team win two bronze and one gold medal. West Sands has helped manage and sponsor the team of local youths since its inception eighteen months ago and the team coach 'Master Jay' is very hopeful of a future Thai Olympic Boxing team member being chosen from the boys.

Joe Mercer was the special guest of the President of Thailand Amateur Boxing Association General Taweep Jantararoj. West Sands also seeks to support other community based projects including the local Marine Turtle Foundation.

For the results and lots of pictures from the championships please follow the link :- Youth Of Thailand Boxing Championships



June Development Photographs

July 04, 2008
Several months have passed since our last set of development photographs and things have really moved along. Whilst the views always have and always will be stunning, we think the newly completed villa kitchens are also very nice!

Also in this latest set of pictures the landscaping around the West Sands Club House is evident giving a good indication of just how lush the flora around the whole development will be.

West Sands Construction - June 2008



Thinking Of Buying Your Phuket Villa At West Sands?

May 10, 2008
Buying any property abroad, whether it be for a home or an investment is always a daunting experience. Sometimes it's good to know that other people have already walked the path you are following, to know that you're not alone and that everything will go smoothly!

Mats and Rita Olsson from Gullholmen in Sweden have just enjoyed their first holiday in their new West Sands villa, find out what they thought about the whole property buying experience at West Sands by following this link.

If you are an owner at West Sands and would like to share your experience please send your testimonial to barry@west-sands.com



Property News - New E-mail Service

April 22, 2008
We've been experiencing some problems lately in getting the latest West Sands news to you via e-mail. In order to provide a better service we've decided to change our e-mail news provider, from now on not only will the service be much more reliable but you'll also receive updates on the day that news is posted!

To keep to the best possible anti-spam standards we'd kindly ask that anybody who subscribed to our old e-mail newsletter service who still wishes to receive our latest updates via e-mail please subscribe to the new service using the subscription box above. We look forward to delivering the latest West Sands development news to your inbox.



March Development Photographs

April 04, 2008
A Town Home at West Sands could very well change your opinion of what a Town Home is. Containing 3 bedrooms and built over 3 floors our town homes provide a new level in light, modern town home living.

You might also be able to spot our Sales and Marketing Director looking casually refined amongst the photographs. Of course if you're interested in purchasing any of the properties at the West Sands development you can give Barry a call on +66 (0) 87 8935052 and he'll be more than glad to help.

West Sands Construction - March 2008



January Development Photographs

February 26, 2008
The Penthouse Apartments at West Sands are one of our most popular property types, the combination of a double height ceiling with a roof top swimming pool is very hard to beat! Also, in this latest set of construction photographs some of the luscious landscaping can now be seen.
penthouse apartment penthouse bedroom green walkway

West Sands Construction - January 2008



December Development Photographs

January 17, 2008
It's nice to see the fitness centre with gym equipment in place. Also, finishing touches have now been applied to some of the villa properties, we hope you'll agree that the finished properties at West Sands are nothing less than stunning!
beach villa bed beach villa outside lbeach villa dining

West Sands Construction - December 2007



West Sands Construction Plan Available For Download

January 11, 2008
With the construction of the (award winning) West Sands development rolling on we thought it would be useful to provide any prospective purchasers with the latest construction plan. We have created a PDF file that contains the details of how many of each West Sands property type will be built at each phase and how many of each are still available. This document will continue to be updated on a regular basis.

West Sands Construction Plan (11th January 2008)



November Development Photographs

December 04, 2007
The November development pictures show work commencing on the Town Homes as well as the great progress being made on our new sales office!

West Sands Construction - November 2007



West Sands Wins The Green Development Award At The 2007 Thailand Property Awards

December 03, 2007
We are delighted to announce that the West Sands development has won the Thailand Property Awards Green Development Award for 2007. More information on the judging process and photographs from the award presentation night can be found here.



October Development Photographs

November 13, 2007
They say that a picture paints a thousand words, so here's a small selection of the West Sands development photographs from October.
beach view hotel villa pool lake view

West Sands Construction - October 2007



September Development Photographs

October 11, 2007
Some fantastic photographs this month, not only of the construction progress but also the amazing views that will be available when you buy your West Sands property.

West Sands Construction - September 2007



August Development Photographs

September 10, 2007
It has been a great month in terms of construction progress this month. Fixtures can now be seen in some of the Hotel Villa properties.

West Sands Construction - August 2007



Updated Availability Guide

August 24, 2007
An updated guide to the properties that are available and their prices for the first phase of the West Sands development is now available online. The guide is in PDF format and shows which West Sands properties are still available to buy.

Remember that if you're interested in purchasing your dream home on Phuket you can contact us via e-mail, our contact form or by direct telephone on +66 (0)7631 8121 / fax +66 (0)7631 8122

View Availability Guide



West Sands, Coming To An Expo Near You

August 15, 2007
West Sands will be represented at the following expos:-



Town Homes Now Available

August 13, 2007
We are very proud to introduce the Three Bedroom Town Home



July Development Photographs

July 18, 2007
As the first panes of glass go into place you can now get a real appreciation of just how high the ceilings are in our luxury villas. The first glimpses of the superior quality to the internal features can now also be seen.

West Sands Construction - 18th July 2007



The West Sands Master Plan

July 04, 2007
Did you know that you can access the master plan and construction phase details for West Sands online? Both documents are available as PDF downloads allowing you to get a great overview of what the development is going to look like.

Download the Master Plan

Download the Phase Plan



June Development Photographs

June 21, 2007
The Hotel Villas are looking great, condo blocks 5 and 6 really start to reach for the skies.

West Sands Photographs - 21st June 2007



May Development Photographs

May 07, 2007
A lot of the villa properties are now starting to take shape, these photographs concentrate mainly on the Hotel Villas and Lake View Villas. It's good to see the clubhouse making substantial progress as well.

West Sands Photographs - 07th May 2007



Phuket's First Water Park

April 09, 2007
Central & City Developments are happy to announce that it will build Phuket's first water Park at its prestigious West Sands Resort. The Water Park will take up 6400 sq.m ( 4 Rai ) and cost around 150 million Thai Baht (US$4 million ) it will have state of the art water rides, children’s area and many more features.

Water Park News



Late March Development Photographs

April 03, 2007
A new set of photographs are now available showing the progress that has been made on the development over the last month.

West Sands Photographs - 29th March 2007



West Sands Are Now Recruiting

April 02, 2007
With development in progress we are now looking to recruit staff to fill a number of vacancies. Jobs available range all the way from Resort Director to Housekeeper, for more details and to view the full list of vacancies please view the jobs page.



Changes To The Layout Of The 2 Bedroom Lock-Off Apartments

March 21, 2007
The layout of the 2 bedroom lock-off apartments that comprise condominium blocks 7 and 8 has changed slightly. You can view the new layout by following the link to the 2 bedroom apartments page.

These apartments offer the ultimate in flexibility, giving you a great investment opportunity as well as everything you need to maximise your rental income. Perhaps even more importantly they also offer stunning sea views, all this from just 9.5 million Baht!

2 Bedroom Lock-Off Apartments



New West Sands Development Photographs Available

March 14, 2007
Things are really moving along quickly now and we've got to say that some of the views are stunning!

West Sands Photographs - March 2007



View West Sands Taking Shape Before Your Eyes

February 09, 2007
View the latest photopraphs of the West Sands development site. Phase 1 of the project is due to be completed in November 2007.

West Sands Photographs - February 2007



West Sands Property Is Selling Fast

February 05, 2007
With Phase 1 of the West Sands development due for completion at the beginning of November 2007, West Sands residences are selling extremely quickly.

Phase 1 of the entire West Sands development is currently 32% sold out!



Get the latest West Sands property news via RSS

February 01, 2007
Why not keep up to date with what's new with the West Sands development the easy way?

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Once you've got your news reader it is very easy to subscribe to our West Sands news feed, any of the following will work:-

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