SOLE MIO Residences: Luxury 2BR Apartments 200m from Bang Tao Beach

There are very few condominium projects in Phuket that can genuinely claim to be within a two-minute walk of the beach. SOLE MIO Residences is one of them. Positioned just 200 metres from Bang Tao Beach — one of the island’s most sought-after stretches of sand — this boutique development brings 49 luxury 2-bedroom apartments across two mid-rise buildings, wrapped in a nautical-modern aesthetic inspired by the silhouette of a luxury cruise liner.

At prices starting from 16.3 million THB, SOLE MIO is not positioning itself as a mass-market investment play. This is a deliberate choice for buyers who want a significant property in one of Phuket’s premier beach corridors — either as a high-end second home, a luxury rental asset, or both. Completion is targeted for Q4 2027, giving buyers time to structure their purchase comfortably.

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SOLE MIO Residences exterior view from Bang Tao

Key Facts

Detail	Info
Project	SOLE MIO Residences
Developer tier	Luxury
Type	Condominium — Apartment
Location	Bang Tao Beach, Phuket
Distance to beach	200m (approx. 2-minute walk)
Total units	49 residences across 2 buildings
Unit types	2-bedroom apartments
Price range	16,315,200 – 40,398,930 THB
Status	Under construction
Completion	Q4 2027
Payment plan	35% / 30% / 30% / 5%

Location: 200 Metres That Make All the Difference

Bang Tao is Phuket’s most consistently in-demand beach corridor. It combines a long, clean beach with an established lifestyle ecosystem — Boat Avenue, Laguna Phuket, Porto de Phuket, and a dense network of restaurants, spas, and international schools. The area attracts long-stay visitors, permanent residents, and high-budget short-term renters in roughly equal measure.

What makes SOLE MIO’s positioning unusual is the 200-metre figure. Most Bang Tao condominiums are set back 500 metres to over a kilometre from the actual shoreline — land at this proximity is genuinely rare and commands a corresponding premium. For rental purposes, proximity to the beach is one of the strongest single determinants of nightly rate. For personal use, the ability to walk to the water in under three minutes is a lifestyle feature that simply cannot be replicated further inland.

The development sits in the northern section of Bang Tao, an area that has seen sustained infrastructure improvement and premium project launches over the past five years. Access to the Laguna complex means residents also benefit from resort-level amenities — golf course, beach clubs, wellness facilities — without being inside a gated resort community.

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SOLE MIO Residences interior living area

Units and Design: The Cruise Liner Concept

SOLE MIO offers exclusively 2-bedroom apartments — there are no studios or 1-bedroom units in this project. This is a deliberate positioning decision. The developer has built for a specific buyer profile: couples, families, and investors targeting the premium rental segment, not the entry-level market.

The design language is the project’s most distinctive feature. The exterior silhouette draws from the curves and layered decks of a luxury cruise liner — horizontal banding, sweeping balcony lines, and a sense of movement built into the facade. Inside, finishes sit firmly in the luxury tier: wide-format stone and timber surfaces, floor-to-ceiling glazing oriented toward sea or garden views, and kitchen and bathroom specifications you’d expect from a five-star resort property rather than a speculative condo development.

At 49 units total across two buildings, SOLE MIO is a boutique project by any measure. Small building populations translate to better-maintained common areas, quieter surroundings, and a more coherent community atmosphere. For short-term rental operators, smaller buildings often also mean more attentive management and higher average review scores — a detail that matters when competing for bookings on Airbnb or Booking.com.

The payment structure — 35% on booking, 30% at construction milestones, 30% nearing completion, and 5% on handover — is standard for Phuket off-plan and allows buyers to spread capital deployment across the construction period.

SOLE MIO Residences interior bedroom

Who Is This For?

SOLE MIO is not trying to be everything to everyone. The price floor of 16.3 million THB for a 2-bedroom unit immediately screens out the volume investor market. Buyers here tend to fall into one of three profiles:

The luxury second-home buyer. A European, Middle Eastern, or Russian buyer who wants a beach property they can use for four to six weeks a year and rent out the rest. The Bang Tao corridor has excellent international flight connections via Phuket International Airport (roughly 25 minutes), and the area has a deep pool of property management companies experienced with high-end short-term rentals.

The asset-focused investor. At 200 metres from Bang Tao Beach, the property sits in a segment of the market where well-managed 2-bedroom luxury units can command nightly rates of 8,000 to 15,000 THB or more during high season. Gross yields of 6–8% are realistic for actively managed properties in this location tier, though individual results depend on management quality and occupancy.

The permanent resident or lifestyle buyer. A small number of buyers at this price point are simply choosing a permanent or semi-permanent home in Phuket. Bang Tao’s infrastructure — schools, hospitals, international restaurants, co-working spaces — supports a full-time lifestyle far better than more remote beach locations.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

Genuinely rare proximity to Bang Tao Beach (200m is exceptional for a condo project)
Boutique scale (49 units) — better upkeep, stronger community
Distinctive architectural concept differentiates from generic condo stock
Exclusively 2BR = higher rental revenue per booking than studios or 1BR
Strong Bang Tao macro — consistent demand from international buyers and tenants

Cons:

Entry price of 16.3M THB rules out budget investors
Off-plan until Q4 2027 — capital locked during construction
Exclusively 2BR means no lower-priced entry point within the project
Premium positioning requires active, professional property management to deliver yield

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the starting price for SOLE MIO Residences?

Units start at 16,315,200 THB for a 2-bedroom apartment. The top of the range reaches 40,398,930 THB for the largest or best-positioned units. All units are 2-bedroom — there are no studio or 1-bedroom options in this project.

When will SOLE MIO Residences be completed?

The project is currently under construction with a targeted completion date of Q4 2027. The payment plan is structured accordingly: 35% on booking, 30% at mid-construction milestones, 30% nearing completion, and 5% on handover.

How close is SOLE MIO to Bang Tao Beach?

SOLE MIO is 200 metres from Bang Tao Beach — approximately a 2-minute walk. This makes it one of the closest condominium projects to the actual shoreline in the Bang Tao area, which is reflected in the pricing and the project's luxury positioning.

What rental yield can buyers expect?

For well-managed luxury 2-bedroom units this close to Bang Tao Beach, gross yields in the range of 6–8% per year are realistic during active rental management. Actual results depend on occupancy rates, property management quality, and nightly rate strategy. Our team can connect you with experienced local property managers.

Can foreigners buy at SOLE MIO Residences?

Yes. Foreign nationals can purchase condominium units in Thailand under the Foreign Freehold quota, which allows up to 49% of units in a building to be owned by non-Thai nationals. Our team can advise on current quota availability and the purchasing process.

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SOLE MIO Residences: Luxury Condo 200m from Bang Tao Beach