Find a Property in the “Real Thailand”, Khanom
Situated on the northern tip of Nakhon Si Thammarat, one of Thailand’s southern-most provinces and also one of the least touristy parts of the whole country, Khanom was originally founded as the town of Tranom in 1365. The town may be long-established, but has yet to feel the heavy effects of tourism. If you are looking to buy a property with the elusive feeling of “real Thailand”, or are interested in purchasing Thai real estate in a place that will allow you to easily avoid the millions of beach-obsessed farangs who flock to Thailand every year, Khanom is where you should start your home-search.
Why buy property in Khanom over somewhere else in Thailand?
One of the best things about buying property in Thailand in general is that it provides residents the ability to be constantly surrounded by beautiful nature, however not all areas of Thailand offer that “untouched” natural beauty like they once did decades ago. Khanom is still known for its extraordinarily natural and beautiful setting (even by Thai standards) with a great selection of unspoiled beaches, towering limestone and shale mountains on the northern part of the Nakhon Si Thammarat mountain range. It’s the place to be if you’re looking to move to Thailand for that quintessential seaside escape.
Those moving to Khanom can prepare to regularly enjoy eight miles of pristine beachfront property, as well as dramatic waterfalls and caves to swim in, mountains to hike and offshore waters to spot the rare pink dolphin in.
Investing in Beachfront Property: Khanom and Beyond
Those looking to invest in a beachfront property should remember that just because a place in Thailand is currently untouched, there’s no guarentee that it will remain that way. Khanom is still a solid investment for these niche property seekers though for several reasons. Large parts of the coastline are now protected by the government, preserved as The Hat Khanom – Mu Ko Thale Tai National Park. Because of this movement, the landscape will remain as unique and beautiful as it is today for many generations to enjoy.
Not only will the coastline be protected for generations, but there are other reasons why this area is a good investment for property seekers. For example, this “hidden gem” at the southern end of the Gulf of Thailand provides a very desirable combination of small-town atmosphere and Thai culture, perfect for an expat family with children.
Single or more active, outdoor-oriented people will appreciate the outdoor adventures that the location offers as well as the peace, tranquillity and natural beauty that is generally imagined by those looking to move to Thailand. The best part about investing in Khanom now though is that it’s generally very inexpensive, especially compared to other beach front locations. You can start your search for property in Southern Thailand here on the Khanom real estate page.