Fern Paradise

73/1 Moo 5 Sansai, Chiang Mai, Thailand 50210

   

 

Fern Paradise is a family-run resort on the outskirts of Chiang Mai (15-20 mins from the Chiang Mai City) offering unique spacious 9 tree villas surrounded by more than 300 types of Fern. All staff including the owners aim to provide all guests truly experienced, honest and warm hospitality services to ensure your pleasant time while staying with us.

Fern Paradise

To be in touch with the shady of nature.
To live with Thai Rice Culture through Authentic Lanna Architecture.
To meet the hundred of rare ferns.
To be away from crowded city and to stay in a peaceful oasis.

The Touch of Nature

F - friendly E - enjoyable R - relaxing N - nice people P - peaceful A - architectural R - restful A - artistic D - delightful
I - interesting S - superb surroundings E - enthusiastic
 
"Rice"
 
Rice has been the most valuable staple in Siam and the Lanna Kingdom since ancient times. The Lanna people, who mostly live in the 8 Northern provinces of the country, have a similar rice culture. They grow a glutinous type of rice with entire families helping in planting, harvesting, and loading the rice on to oxcarts to be stored in their home rice storage sheds called “Lhong-Khao” or “Rice Barn”.
 
"Lhong Khao" or "Rice Barn"
 
The rice barn is widely known among Lanna people for it's many uses. It has become one of the famous architectural styles which have evolved to serve the Lanna’s people lifestyle. There are various forms of rice barn depending on the locality. Most importantly, the rice barn was designed to show the wealth and economic stability of the owners. Size was determined by the number of people in each house. Smaller families owned smaller rice fields and therefore had a smaller rice barn of 4 to 6 support columns. The bigger rice barns might have as many as 8 to12 columns.
 
In the past farmers hired daily workers to harvest the crops which were then sold in big lots to agents who would transport and resell the rice. The farmer would retain enough rice to last the family throughout the following year. This surplus was stored in the rice barn. Now the role of the rice barn to store the grain has disappeared. Farmers sell their entire crops to agents and buy rice as they need it. Many rice barns have been demolished or sold for scrap lumber as they were no longer used by the farmers. Sadly, the “Lhong Khao” is disappearing in the Lanna Kingdom and Chiang Mai. Fern Paradise is proud to be able to preserve examples of this unique architectural heritage.
 
"Fern"
The fern is one of the oldest plants having survived for over 405 million years. People all over the world grow ferns and there are many organizations and associations set up to study ferns. There are numerous websites which present articles about ferns. People who like or grow ferns exchange experiences and knowledge about ferns regularly. In addition, there are exhibitions and fern competitions at the local, national, and international levels.
 
With a strong attachment to both the “rice barn” and the “fern”, as well as a desire to preserve and to popularize both, Baan Suan San Sai has united the two into one place. Hopefully this combination will pass on the spirit of Lanna architecture and the beauty of the fern from Thailand to our international visitors. With a visit to “Baan Suan San Sai” they can share ideas, buy or trade ferns, and relax in the comfort of our restored “rice barns” knowing that they are connected with the timeless traditions of the past.
 
River Barn : The ground floor is a reception.The upper floor has internet connections for guests.
River Sitting Area : The place is on open area for having breakfast and dinner. It is by a stream where you can enjoy boat padding.
Fern House : A big house of 14 x 20 meters exhibits all kinds of ferns.
Green House : A house of 4.50 x 9 meters for growing young ferns from spores.
Parking : A paved road at the front part of the compound is a 20 car parking lot under the big mango tree.
Compound Road : A paved road which can be used as a morning , evening jogging or walk with the length of 500 meters.
Connecting Walking : The walkway is laterite and gravels. Different types of ferns are decorated through this walkway.

 

Accommodation

ASPLENIUM BARN (SUPERIOR VILLA)

A two-storied authentic rice barn (120 sq.m) with outdoor living area on a lower floor offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's wealthy people lifestyle

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Double Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Private Jacuzzi
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Coffee/Tea Maker
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Chairs, a Stretcher and a Swing 
  • on the ground floor

ADIANTUM BARN (JACUZZI SUITE VILLA)

A two-storied authentic rice barn (50 sq.m) with outdoor living area on a lower floor offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's wealthy people lifestyle.

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Double Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Chairs, a Stretcher and a Swing
  • on the ground floor
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Coffee/Tea Maker

DAVALIA BARN (SUPERIOR VILLA)

A two-storied authentic rice barn (50 sq.m) with outdoor living area on a lower floor offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's wealthy people lifestyle.

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Double Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Private Jacuzzi
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Coffee/Tea Maker
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Chairs, a Stretcher and a Swing 
  • on the ground floor

NEPHROLEPIS BARN (SUPERIOR VILLA)

A two-storied authentic rice barn (50 sq.m) with outdoor living area on a lower floor offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's wealthy people lifestyle.

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Double Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Chairs, a Stretcher and a Swing 
  • on the ground floor
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Coffee/Tea Maker

PLATYCERIUM BARN (SUPERIOR VILLA)

A two-storied authentic rice barn (50 sq.m) with outdoor living area on a lower floor offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's wealthy people lifestyle

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Double Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Coffee/Tea Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Chairs, a Stretcher and a Swing 
  • on the ground floor

CIBOTIUM BAROMETZ BARN (STANDARD VILLA)

An authentic rice barn (35 sq.m) offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's people lifestyle.

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Twin Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Coffee/Tea Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Shared terrace with other 2 standard villas

LYCOPODIUM BARN (STANDARD VILLA)

An authentic rice barn (35 sq.m) offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's people lifestyle.

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Double Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Coffee/Tea Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Shared terrace with other 2 standard villas

DICKSONIA BARN (DELUXE VILLA)

A two-storied authentic rice barn (85 sq.m) with outdoor living area on a lower floor offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villaa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's wealthy people lifestyle.

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Double Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Chairs, a Stretcher and a Swing 
  • on the ground floor
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Coffee/Tea Maker

CYATHEA BARN (STANDARD VILLA)

An authentic rice barn (35 sq.m) offers its guest a famous architectural Chiang Mai Villa style which have evolved to serve the traditional Lanna's people lifestyle.

VILLA AMENITIES
  • Double Bed
  • Television with Cable TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private Bathroom with shower
  • Mini Bar
  • DVD/CD Player
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hot Shower
  • Chairs, a Stretcher and a Swing
  • on the ground floor
  • Refrigerator
  • Free Wireless Internet Access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Coffee/Tea Maker

 

Facilities

  • 24 hours Front Desk
  • Restaurant
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Airconditioning
  • Hot Shower
  • Library
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness
  • Fern Show Room
  • Car Park
  • DVD Player
  • Boat Padding
  • Daily housekeeping
  • All day resturant

 

Location & Map

   

Rooms \ Seasons High Season
(1 January - 30 April)		 Green Season
(1 June - 31 August)		 High Season
(1 October - 31 December)
Standard 2,820 Baht 2,600 Baht 2,820 Baht
Superior 3,550 Baht 3,280 Baht 3,550 Baht
Deluxe 4,200 Baht 4,000 Baht 4,200 Baht
Suite 6,550 Baht 6,050 Baht 6,550 Baht

Remark

** The above rates include breakfast.
** 150 baht for transfer from/to Chiang Mai International Airport. (1 Person/1 way)
** 500 baht for extra mattress include ABF.
** Optional ABF 250. 
 
Child’s policy: Child 4 - 10 years sharing room with parent without extra bed will be free of charge, maximum 1 child in room.