When looking for a condo to invest in, there are a million and one things for you to think about. Do you want to live in Bangkok? Or would you prefer to be by the sea? What size condo do you need? Are you living alone or do you have family? Is this a property that you plan to live in for good or do you intend to flip it for profit in a few years? What local amenities are a must-have? Are there any specific in-house facilities that you cannot live without? These are just a handful of the considerations, but to us, we believe that one of the most important of all is the swimming pool. Shared or private? Here’s our take on it…
Here’s why you should buy a condo with a private swimming pool
Remember, buying a condo with a private swimming pool is vastly different to buying a house with a private swimming pool. And one of the first things that people think about when it comes to buying a property with a pool is – whose responsibility is to look after it? Which takes us to our first point…
Your private pool will be maintained for you
Buying a house with a private pool means having to either manage the pH levels and maintain it yourself, or hire third-party professionals to take care of it for you – which can be expensive. However, with a luxury condo and a private pool, the building management will take care of this for you (the shared pool in a condo will be regularly maintained and yours will receive the same treatment). Yes, this will likely be reflected in your maintenance costs, but at least it’s something that you do not have to worry about or arrange by yourself.
You don’t have to share it with anyone
Whether they admit it or not, the number of people who urinate in swimming pools far outweighs those who don’t – particularly children. Do you really want to share a swimming pool with a building full of strangers?
- Private pools are cleaner: no swimming around in other people’s wee or finding Band-Aids floating around.
- It’s always available to you: whether you like to swim first thing in the morning, late at night, or whenever you darn feel like it: having a private swimming pool means that you can swim whenever the feeling takes you. Shared pools in large condo developments can get busy at random times which means it can interfere with your routine.
- You can swim naked: the ultimate benefit of never having to share your swimming pool with anyone is the fact that you can swim naked. This is the most freeing experience and when you are on the uppermost floor of a building overlooking a dazzling city-scape like Bangkok, nothing compares.
Peace and quiet: if you want to float around on a lilo, read a book, or perhaps drift off and have a nap in the sun, a private pool can afford you exactly that. In a shared pool on the other hand, you have no control over noise pollution.
You’ll get more exercise
Sometimes, the thought of going down to a shared pool and the possibility of interacting with others can be off-putting. However, when you have your own private pool that is always available, you’ll be far more likely to use it.
You can easily make swimming a daily activity for you, getting plenty of exercise and thus enjoying a healthier lifestyle.
It’s on your doorstep
The Le Raffine Sukhumvit 39 penthouse is a prime example of having a swimming pool mere feet away from where you sleep! Imagine waking up one morning, throwing back the duvet, sliding back the door onto your private terrace and diving straight into your own private swimming pool? It’s unbeatable!
Add your own poolside decorations
When you own a condo with a private swimming pool, you can decorate it as you wish. Want some fairy lights outside? Perhaps some lavish plants? You can quite literally do what you like! Check out the wonderful wall-planters in the Beatniq Sukhumvit 32 penthouse for some inspiration…
The ultimate water feature
A swimming pool isn’t just for swimming. In fact, often, the mere act of sitting out on your pool terrace in the evening and enjoying the ambiance of your own swimming pool and mood-lighting is beneficial enough! When you’re not swimming in it you need only look at it!
Leave your possessions lying around
With a shared pool you’ll have to lug your lilo and other pool accessories up and down with you whenever you use it. However, with your own private pool, you can keep all of your possessions beside the pool at your leisure…
Private saunas and Jacuzzis
Many luxury condos that come with their own private pools often boast additional features such as a private sauna or Jacuzzi (see Marque Sukhumvit as an example). Can you imagine anything more wonderful than being able to come home from a hard day at work and hop into your very own private Jacuzzi to enjoy a nice bottle of wine?
Here’s a list of other benefits that come from owning your own private swimming pool…
- More sun = more serotonin: great for improving mood!
- Stress relief: swimming is relaxing and the perfect way to unwind.
- Cheap entertainment: whether doing laps or playing silly games with friends, pools are cheap entertainment.
- Host the best parties: booze, music, and everyone in their smalls splashing around under the stars – not a bad way to celebrate!
- Sleep better: more exercise = easier sleep.
- Adds value and re-sale value to your home: condos with private pools have increased ‘buyability’.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are so many unbeatable benefits that come with owning your very own private condo and swimming pool! If you like what you read and would like to try and find a luxury condo with a private pool for sale, then please do not hesitate to contact us. We will gladly answer any questions you may have and help you on your search to find the property of your dreams!
