Bang Por / Ban Tai
A small, green corner with mountain views and almost no traffic.
Who it suits
Writers, retirees, people escaping noise.
Who it doesn't suit
Anyone who needs to walk to shops or schools.
Typical rent
12k to 35k THB for a house
Where it is
The north-west coast from Nathon's edge to Maenam, including Ban Tai.
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Beaches and swimming
Bang Por Beach
Shallow and calm, sandbanks at low tide
Daily life
- A handful of seafood restaurants on the beach
- Small local shops, big shopping in Maenam or Nathon
Getting around
Scooter or car.
Airport
About 25 min by car
Chaweng
About 30 min by car
Fisherman's Village
About 15 min by car
Internet
Fibre from AIS and True reaches most of this area. Ask the agency which provider reaches the house and what speed current tenants get.
The honest version
- Peaceful
- Mountain and sea views
- Seafood by the water
- Very few shops
- Scooter or car needed
- Not for nightlife
Good to know
- Some of the island's best value beachfront land is here, but check land titles carefully
Last updated October 2026
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