Ko Kaeo, Phuket

Ko Kaeo: a family area north of Phuket Town

Ko Kaeo lies on the east side of Phuket, north of Phuket Town along Thepkrasattri Road. It has no beaches, but it has two large marinas, an international school and quick access to town, which is why many families choose it for full-time island living.

There is no resort bustle here. Daily life revolves around school, work and drives around the island, and the sea starts at the marina piers.

Location and access

Phuket Town centre is about 15 minutes away, Central Phuket about 15–20 minutes, the airport about 25 minutes. West coast beaches such as Bang Tao or Kamala are 25–35 minutes depending on traffic.

The area sits on the island's main road, so junctions can get busy at rush hour.

What is nearby

Marinas

Boat Lagoon and Royal Phuket Marina are both in Ko Kaeo. They have restaurants, cafes, shops and yacht services, and boats leave from here for Phang Nga Bay and the Phi Phi islands.

Schools

British International School Phuket, one of the largest international schools on the island, is located here. For families this is the main reason to choose the area: the school run takes minutes rather than half an hour.

Shops and healthcare

Supermarkets, markets and restaurants line the road to town. The large private hospitals and malls of Phuket Town are 15–20 minutes away.

Property in Ko Kaeo

The main format is pool villas in gated estates. Plots are larger than near the western beaches and prices per square metre are lower. Buyers usually purchase a home to live in rather than for short-term lets.

Villas

Our catalogue includes Botanica Majestia, Mouana Residence Ko Kaeo, The Mera Villas, Zenithy La Ville and Spring by Season Luxury Villas: homes with three or more bedrooms and private pools, many designed for families with children.

Who Ko Kaeo suits

The area suits families whose children attend British International School or schools in town, people who work in Phuket Town and boat owners. If you want to live by the beach and rent to tourists, look at the west coast instead.

Renting in Ko Kaeo

Demand here is for long-term rentals: families rent houses for the school year or longer. Short-term tourist lets are weak, but tenants are more stable and stay longer.

What to check before buying

Test the school run at rush hour: junctions on the main road can be congested. Check the distance from the highway, which affects noise. Ask the developer about drainage, as parts of the area are low-lying near the mangrove shore.

FAQ

Is there a beach in Ko Kaeo?

There are no swimming beaches in the area. The nearest beaches are on the west coast, 25–35 minutes away.

How far is British International School?

From most villas in the area the school is 5–10 minutes by car.

Do you need a car?

Yes. The area stretches along the main road, and only the nearest shops are within walking distance.

Cover photo: Roma Neus, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0.

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