TGR Group Asia, the visionary developer behind Jumeirah Private Island Phuket, has broken ground this week on the 80 acre exclusive island resort which is scheduled for completion in late 2009/2010 and set to offer levels of luxury, privacy and security as yet unseen in Asia Pacific.

 

The island, set to be managed by Dubai based luxury international hospitality group Jumeirah, is located less than 500 metres off Phuket in the Southern Gateway of Phang Nga Bay and will encompass exclusive residential villas, resort, super yacht marina and yacht club.

 

Jumeirah Private Island Phuket will provide the ultimate lifestyle in sumptuous surroundings, housing 48 residential villas and 105 suite and pool villas set amongst tropical gardens and a 101 berth deep water marina.

 

Starting at US$2.8 million, 60% of the development has already been purchased by individuals looking to take up residence on the island.

 

A number of the villas and their private surroundings can be customised according to the taste of the individual buyer. Buyers can specify a 40m infinity swimming pool, 200sqm master suite, cinema room, spa and sauna facilities, games room, wine and cigar room, study and library as well as many other benefits.

 

The hotel pool villas and hotel rooms face straight onto the beach or have views of scattered islands and the ocean and allow for direct beach access. All properties enjoy full access to a number of luxurious Jumeirah managed facilities including a super yacht marina capable of accommodating yachts of up to 70m with 24-hour access.

 

Facilities will include four restaurants and bars as well as extensive leisure and fitness facilities including a large free form swimming pool, tennis court and Jumeirah’s signature Talise Wellness Spa. In addition, the Island will offer a private yacht club, boutiques, a business centre and a library with dedicated reading room.

 

Partner and Managing Director for TGR Group – Asia, Mr. Dilokpol Sundaravej, commented:  The ground breaking is a major milestone in our development plan and we look forward to bringing the project to fruition in late 2009.”

 

Serge Zaloof, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, Jumeirah also commented: 
“This development is not just breaking ground, it is groundbreaking. Jumeirah is extremely proud to be managing the most exclusive private island in Asia Pacific”.

 

Jumeirah Private Island Phuket will offer spectacular views of the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay to the north, views of the beaches of Ao Po Bay to the west and two 450 metre white sand beaches with views of both Naka Yai and Naka Noi. 

 

The greatest care has been taken to protect the ecology of the island. Only 25% of the island will be built on, an integrated rainwater collection scheme will be in operation, thermal insulation in all roof structures will reduce air conditioning energy consumption, double block cavity wall and double glazed windows and patio doors will encourage thermal efficiency.

 

The resort can be reached by a seven minute helicopter rise or by a 15 minute car journey to Phuket followed by a four minute private motor yacht ride. Transport on the island itself will be by electric car only.