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PICS: Peek into Soneva's Eco-Luxe Water Villas in The Maldives

  • Dotted along a sinuous jetty, the water retreats are carefully planned to ensure both, privacy and accessibility to the Indian Ocean.
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    Dotted along a sinuous jetty, the water retreats are carefully planned to ensure both, privacy and accessibility to the Indian Ocean.
    Courtesy Soneva
  • The outdoor area on the lower level includes a swimming pool with lounge spots aplenty and a bathroom replete with an alfresco, sunken bathtub. The water slide can be accessed via the first level, which also holds a dining sala with a roof deck.
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    The outdoor area on the lower level includes a swimming pool with lounge spots aplenty and a bathroom replete with an alfresco, sunken bathtub. The water slide can be accessed via the first level, which also holds a dining sala with a roof deck.
    Courtesy Soneva
  • Inspired by the idyllic location, the interiors exude a ‘castaway chic’ aesthetic with a sustainably sourced material palette.
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    Inspired by the idyllic location, the interiors exude a ‘castaway chic’ aesthetic with a sustainably sourced material palette.
    Courtesy Soneva
  • A study area is subtly sectioned off for solitary work. Although. ocean views ensure you have plenty reason to procrastinate.
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    Soneva Water Villa

    A study area is subtly sectioned off for solitary work. Although. ocean views ensure you have plenty reason to procrastinate.
    Courtesy Soneva
  • Azure blue pops amidst the neutral palette of the glassed-in interiors.
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    Azure blue pops amidst the neutral palette of the glassed-in interiors.
    Courtesy Soneva
  • The first level includes the third bedroom with a lounge cum study area.
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    The first level includes the third bedroom with a lounge cum study area.
    Courtesy Soneva
  • The lounge cum study area offers a bird’s-eye view of the seascape.
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    The lounge cum study area offers a bird’s-eye view of the seascape.
    Courtesy Soneva
Dotted along a sinuous jetty, the water retreats are carefully planned to ensure both, privacy and accessibility to the Indian Ocean.
The outdoor area on the lower level includes a swimming pool with lounge spots aplenty and a bathroom replete with an alfresco, sunken bathtub. The water slide can be accessed via the first level, which also holds a dining sala with a roof deck.
Inspired by the idyllic location, the interiors exude a ‘castaway chic’ aesthetic with a sustainably sourced material palette.
A study area is subtly sectioned off for solitary work. Although. ocean views ensure you have plenty reason to procrastinate.
Azure blue pops amidst the neutral palette of the glassed-in interiors.
The first level includes the third bedroom with a lounge cum study area.
The lounge cum study area offers a bird’s-eye view of the seascape.
Gretchen Ferrao-Walker

Luxury eco-resort operator, Soneva, recently announced a collection of eight overwater retreats at its Fushi property in The Maldives. Scheduled to open to guests around April 2020, the two- and three-bedroom villas vary between 5,630 sqft and 8,181 sqft in area. Their design and location are the result of a comprehensive environmental assessment aimed at safeguarding the region's ecosystems.

Created by Soneva's in-house team of designers and craftspeople, the villas are built to blend into the surroundings. Design elements like floor-to-ceiling windows offer a visual connection between the interiors and tranquil seascape; while features like water slides and retractable ceilings allow residents to physically engage with the great outdoors. The material palette includes sustainable materials such as plantation-grown wood, recycled wood and glass, and driftwood. The cotton furnishings, mainly sourced from Sri Lanka, are handwoven by the country’s local women.

The over-water retreats are modelled along the lines of those at the neighbouring Soneva Jani resort. A range of over-water and island villas at Soneva Jani and Soneva Fushi are available for sale at www.sonevavillaownership.com. Take a look at one such three-bedroom villa.

Images: Courtesy Soneva