An Lam Ninh Van Villas by Epikurean, Vietnam

Simply adorned in timber, stone, woven bamboo and a good measure of inviting white linen, these hideout villas overlooking South China Sea offer understated luxury in quiet serene surroundings; forested tropical mountains, calm waters, white sand and 24/7 intuitive Vietnamese butler attentiveness raises the eco-chic-retreat-bar

Located 300 km east of Ho Chi Minh City, An Lam Villas is a 45 minute drive followed by a 10 minute boat ride from Nha Trang airport.

The beach is quiet, unhurried and unsullied; it boasts white sand and calm waters; there is plenty of space and seclusion to capture the Crusoe experience.  If you’re quick, pinch the floating pontoon for two, but you’ll have to swim out to it.

It must be hard to compete with the stunning white sandy beach and the spectacular lush mountainous backdrop but the infinity edged pool studded with giant granite boulders, comfy loungers and hammocks holds its own.

Spa, gym, yoga platform, kayak, mountain bikes, scuba diving, library with games and pool table

A total of 35 villas (14 Hill Rock Villas, 14 Lagoon Villas, 3 Two Bedroom An Lam Lagoon Villas, 8 Two Bedroom An Lam Beach Villas)

In all villas: air-conditioning, rain-shower, in-villa bar, private plunge pool, flat screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, iPod with preloaded music, free WiFi, hairdryer, in-villa safe, mosquito netted bed, rechargeable torch, espresso machine with Illy coffee pods, fully stocked wine fridge and mini bar (charges apply)

0200PM / 1100AM

Terrace Restaurant – is a la carte all the way; emphasis is on simple fresh produce and uncomplicated flavours like local Nha Trang catch-of-the-day barbequed and served with lemongrass, ginger and lime dressing
Private Dining – ranges from a gourmet picnic hamper to private chef cooking a feast for you in your villa

Around the clock Butler service

Set amongst tropical forest and perched above a fresh water stream below, the new spa facility is due to open in late September 2011. That’s not to say there are no spa treatments on offer now; there are 2 treatment rooms located on the lagoon to look after all your massage and beauty needs

Designed with couples in mind is perfectly suited as a romantic getaway

Available on request

The resort is more of a grown-up only establishment and whilst it will accommodate younger guests it discourages children under 12.  There are no facilities for children