Hua Hin is a tranquil sea side town located just 200 kilometres from the south of Bangkok of the East side of the Malay Peninsula. It's a pretty easy drive from Bangkok to Hua Hin - rarely taking more than 2 and a half hours. It's close proximity to Bangkok city is one of the many reasons why more and more home buyers are looking to invest here. With the new highway almost completed, Hua Hin real estate future looks brighter than ever.



Hua Hin extends further than most would care to find out. Most travel books do not tell you much about the surrounding villages which are considered very much a part of Hua Hin by those who live there. Here is a breakdown of the areas:

Bor Fai : North of Hua Hin City; and known for its scenic mountain views and amazing sunsets.

Hua Hin Center: This area is rapidly changing with a major facelift so to speak. New shops, restaurants and services are opening on a monthly basis. If you enjoy the convenience of the city yet crave for something more peaceful and tranquil, then this is the place for you.

Hua Hin West: This area is well known for its calm mountainous living surroundings and Sea Views.

Khao Takiab: This Quaint Fishing Village is 5km south of Hua Hin's town center. This area offers many new condominium choices, restaurants, and boutique resorts on a long stretch of white sandy beach.

Khao Tao: This area is 10km from the center of Hua Hin and is quickly becoming a major area for foreigners when it comes to exciting new developments. I especially like that it has both lakes and the sea.

In the last few months, we have seen an increase of foreigners moving to Hua Hin, Thailand as the financial crisis escalates back home for many in the West. The substantially lower cost of living in Thailand, and the housing offers in Hua Hin are the main attraction. For a fraction of what it costs in the West, one is still able to enjoy a comfortable and even luxurious lifestyle in this beach town.

More newcomers to Hua Hin are turning to long term rentals as a means of getting acquainted with living in Hua Hin before making a bigger financial committment, which has contributed to the recent surge in the residential leasing market. In response to this demand, developments with unsold finished homes are furnishing and making them available as rentals. This is good news as it offers clients more choices; and newly furnished homes at reasonable prices.