Villa Albizia, Chiang Mai

Words cannot describe the innate beauty of Villa Albizia. Nestled between rice fields and hills, it’s the perfect oasis. We spent four wonderful nights at Jim’s place. And whilst we wanted to explore the neighbouring area and Chiang Mai (and we did) we found ourselves drawn to staying at the Villa. The garden is beautiful and perfectly tended. The pool is gorgeous, the perfect temperature and as there are only 4 rooms, always quiet. The house itself; designed with utmost taste by Jim, is comforting, clean and incredibly chic. The features and details of the breakfast, cooked freshly every morning by Jim, were perfect. Amazing coffee. The view of the sunset from the upstairs is mesmerising. The rooms are perfectly equipped, spacious, clean and full of amenities that are replenished. The shower pressure is fantastic, and the bed is extremely comfortable. We didn’t sleep better in our whole three weeks in Thailand. Jim has bikes on the property that we made use of during our time to explore the local area (lots of wonderful cafes and restaurants and 711 close by) which was very generous. He also helps with all other transport needs, including airport pick up, helping you hire a moped, etc. Immensely generous in dropping us off to Chiang Mai (30 mins by car) when he was himself going to the city. The best thing about Villa Albizia is undoubtably Jim himself. He is not like many people we have met in this industry. He is kind, generous, attentive, full of wonderful and insightful information, and strikes the perfect balance between being a fantastic host and knowing when to take a step back. The best thing about Jim though, is his sense of humour, which is why me and my partner would find ourselves wanting to spend time with him in his beautiful home! He has two lovely and very friendly dogs, which just add charm to his space. What Jim has created and curated at Villa Albizia is unlike anything we have experienced, and my partner and I have travelled extensively.

Jim is a remarkable host who ensured our needs were met throughout our stay with him. The house and gardens are incredible spaces. So much consideration has been given to their design — everything works so well that it is possible to gain an inner peace here that is normally so hard to find. It's in a beautiful location, with much to see and do in the local area. Only a twenty minute drive from Chiang Mai yet the tranquility makes the busy world feel a million miles away...

Ja, kan niks bedenken wat er niet beviel! Wat een heerlijke plek, mooie omgeving en wat een gastheer Jim! Alles tip top geregeld zo fantastisch! Mooie kamers, prachtige tuin! Hulp bij tips wat te doen in de omgeving en zelfs toen bleek dat de scooterverhuur geen scooter meer had, werd het toch geregeld! Het ontbijt, zo met zorg afgestemd. Helemaal top! Mooi zwembad. Villa is tot in de puntjes onderhouden! Je kijkt uit over de rijstvelden!

Niets! tip: laat Jim optijd weten als je daar een scooter wil huren.

The beautiful surroundings in the middle of rice fields. The sound of the frogs at night, birds when the sun is out. And the buzz of Chiang Mai only a drive away. The room itself: spacious, well decorated, great shower and a big comfy bed. The healthy and tasty breakfast. And most of all: the host Jim himself: the personal and warm touch he gave to our stay: helpful, knowledgeable about Thai culture, people and the surroundings of the accommodation and an eye for detail.

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Séjour absolument parfait ! Jim est un hôte exceptionnel, d’une gentillesse et d’un accueil rares. Toujours aux petits soins, il partage avec passion d’excellents conseils et de très bonnes adresses qui rendent le séjour encore plus agréable. Le petit-déjeuner est tout simplement extraordinaire, un vrai moment de plaisir. La chambre est parfaite, confortable et impeccablement propre. La piscine est très grande et le jardin est magnifique, très bien entretenu, un véritable havre de paix. Une expérience inoubliable, nous recommandons cet hébergement les yeux fermés. Merci infiniment Jim !

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Vi älskade allt med boendet! Jim är en otroligt varm och hjälpsam värd som verkligen vill göra det lilla extra för sina gäster, och huset är fantastiskt! Stor grönskande trädgård, härlig pool, superfina rum med exklusiva material. Läget är bra för dig som vill uppleva det lugnare ”landsbygdslivet” i norra Thailand, men med Chiang Mai inom räckhåll. Finns många lokala restauranger i närheten där vi fick mycket god mat. Jim hjälpte oss med skjuts, mopedhyra, med mera - servicen och det fina boendet gjorde det väl värt priset. Rekommenderar starkt att hyra moto/moped (Jim visade oss den lokala uthyraren) för att kunna njuta av närområdet ordentligt. Vi var här i två nätter men hade gärna haft en dag till.

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三組限定の、とても静かで素敵な宿でした。本当に評判通りです。ホストのジムさんは親切であたたかく、２匹の犬にもとても癒されました。🐕🐕❤︎ 敷地内には手入れの行き届いた花や木が沢山ありどこを見ても美しい庭です。 到着してすぐ評判のプールでくつろぎましたが、そこから見える景色が本当に素晴らしかったです。 水面に反射する光、鳥の声、そして目の前に広がる緑の庭。こんなにくつろげる場所は初めてでした。 🇯🇵英語が得意ではない私たちに対しても、ジムさんは工夫をしながら丁寧にコミュニケーションを取ってくださいました。 宿があまりにも心地よくて外に出たくなくなってしまい、夕食を宿で食べたいという我が儘もジムさんがわざわざレストランまで料理を受け取りに行ってくださり、綺麗に盛り付けまでしてくれました。 宿の美しさだけでなく、細やかな気遣いと温かさがとても印象に残る滞在でした。 次のチェンマイ旅行もここに来たいです。

This villa is truly a paradise for my husband and me. We stayed for two nights and cherished every single minute. It is an exquisitely designed home — not just a place to stay, but a real home filled with style, taste, and thoughtful details. Surrounded by nature, the setting is simply breathtaking. The garden is brilliant, with trees, flowers, birds, and life all around you. It genuinely feels as if you are living in a small paradise, completely peaceful and harmonious. You can immediately sense that the owner has an exceptional lifestyle and refined taste, and more importantly, that he generously shares this with his guests. Jim has a true heart for hospitality. He genuinely wants his guests to have the best possible experience and goes above and beyond — helping us find a motorbike, arranging drivers when possible, and always being attentive without ever being intrusive. We also had some truly interesting and meaningful conversations with him. He is incredibly elegant, thoughtful, and inspiring. His personal style and way of living are reflected in every corner of the villa. The breakfast deserves a special mention — it was absolutely wonderful. Fresh, top-quality, and prepared with so much care. As Jim says, he only shares with guests what he truly enjoys himself. From the homemade jams and butter to the fresh fruit, everything was exceptional. I have traveled extensively around the world, and honestly, this was one of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had — perfectly aligned with my taste and lifestyle. Adding to the magic, he has two lovely dogs who make the place feel even more like home. This is the kind of place where you could stay for days, even weeks — and still not want to leave. I truly didn’t want to go. Thank you so much, Jim, for such a wonderful experience. We had an unforgettable time and sincerely hope to come back one day to see you again. Take care.

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