Villa Cocos Maldives
Holiday Home Rental Description
Romantic getaways do not get much better than a trip to Villa Cocos in the beautiful, prestigious Anantara Veli Maldives Resort. You can enjoy spacious, over water living at its very best and the epitome of luxury. Not only can you plunge directly into the azure Indian Ocean, you also have your very own and very private plunge pool. The panorama is magnificent and enhances the contentment you will feel at this special villa. The Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is situated 21 km south of Male International airport on a stunning private island which can be reached in just 30 minutes by speedboat. The resort shares this astounding turquoise lagoon with its two sister islands Anantara Dhigu Resort and Naladhu Maldives. The Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is absolutely perfect for idyllic island romantic breaks, honeymoons or even weddings or renewal of vows. The resort is one of the few resorts in the Maldives that caters for adults only. It is tranquil, stunningly beautiful and boasts wonderful relaxation facilities. Villa Cocos is one of 67 over water and ocean view villas. The Concierge and Wellness teams are extremely professional and are dedicated to ensuring guests receive the very best experience. They can assist with fabulous dining options, arrange excursions including romantic sunset cruises and snorkelling, kayaking or driving trips to the stunning corals and watch manta, whale sharks, dolphins and turtles, arrange watersports courses and lessons and arrange beauty and wellness programmes. The facilities are the resort fabulous and include the wonderful Balance Wellness luxury spa, diving and watersports facilities, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, tennis courts, yoga and meditation in a pavilion by the sparkling ocean, cooking classes, beach games, table tennis, chess, petanque, numerous dining options and a gorgeous infinity beachfront swimming pool. Villa Cocos is heavenly. It is contemporary, deluxe and brimming with special touches so that you feel thoroughly pampered. Your plush kingsize bed looks out to the dreamy waters just like the modern freestanding bath in the luxury bathroom. The villa is totally private, so you will feel indulged and comfortable lazing in the bath with a glass of champagne. There is a separate, powerful rain shower and, of course, deluxe toiletries in the sleek, pristine bathroom. Contemporary lounge furniture in the open plan living and the sleeping area blends brilliantly with the carved wooden doors and cool decor. Vibrant artworks decorate the walls. The main room opens directly to a gorgeous split level deck and plunge pool. The views are absolutely stunning, and the added luxury of a Villa Host service makes it just perfect. The villa boasts an iPod docking station, private wine selection and a minibar, an espresso machine and yoga mats and a fitness kit for your enjoyment. In-villa dining can be arranged through the Concierge team. You will find it so hard to leave this blissful, dreamy, private villa! Villa Cocos is located at the spectacular Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, nestled amongst a group of stunning tropical islands, just south of Male’s International airport. The 30-minute speedboat journey operates 24 hours a day, so in no time at all, you will be relaxing at this very special resort. The sensational lagoon is also home to Anantara Veli Maldives Resort’s sister islands, Anantara Dhigu Resort and Naladhu Maldives. You can take a boat from the pontoon to enjoy the facilities at Anantara Dhigu, a slightly larger resort with a fantastic watersports centre and incredible dining experiences. The lagoon is an extraordinary, wondrous diving destination with fabulous coral reefs and an astounding array of colourful tropical fish, crustaceans and molluscs. You can dive, snorkel, kayak or swim to enjoy the crystal clear waters and underwater life. You should look out for large-mouthed groupers, vivid parrotfish, moray eel, eagle rays, giant clams, anemones, starfish, sea urchins, damselfish and butterflyfish. The resorts have a professional team offering PADI diving courses and various watersports lessons using their fabulous Gulfcraft Swan 20 speedboats. The resident surf gurus can cater to any level from beginners to advanced surfers. The resort took the regeneration and strengthening of the surrounding reef ecosystem very seriously and introduced the Coral Adoption Programme where guests can plant coral in the resort’s reef nursery and follow its growth with photo updates or return visits. Anantara Veli’s luxury spa Balance Wellness boasts five treatment rooms, manicure and pedicure rooms, indoor and outdoor showers, a steam room and sauna and hot and cold plunge pools in the lush relaxation garden. The spa offers blissful rejuvenation, and relaxation Ayurvedic inspired treatments including warm oil massages, invigorating scrubs and enriching body envelopments. What a treat! As well as in-villa dining with private chefs, there are various restaurants within the resort. Baan Huraa offers delicious Thai feasts over the lagoon, 73 Degrees offers casual oceanfront dining, Origami offers Japanese delicacies, and the atmospheric Dhoni Bar offers delicious poolside cocktails and snacks. There is also the option for romantic ‘Dining by Design’ where you choose the most romantic, special setting. It may be torch-lit path leading to dinner for two underneath a canopy of stars or an in a private, candlelit faree tent. You could set sail to a deserted island with your private chef or else you could enjoy a wine tasting. There are many amazing and memorable options. The Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is a supreme wedding destination. You can exchange vows under a floral arch as the sun sets with waves lapping the shore and enjoy celebrations with family and friends in a candlelit faree tent facing the azure ocean. The team are dedicated, professional and very eager to assist. At Excellence Luxury Villaswe pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the
concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport transfers- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
The Resort
To maintain the serenity of this island, Anantara Veli caters exclusively to adults, one of the Maldives’ few adults-only Maldives resorts. Escape to a hideaway island fringed by a turquoise lagoon.
Activities & Facilities
• Anantara Veli Spa At the heart of the island lies tranquil Balance Wellness by Anantara, a luxury spa in the Maldives. Thatched treatment suites with intricate paintwork dot an expanse of tropical green.• Balance Wellness by Anantara Salute the sun. Meditate before the ocean. Indulge in soothing Ayurvedic therapies and holistic treatments tailored to your needs. At Anantara Veli, a Maldives wellness resort, we invite you to be as relaxed or revved up as you please.• Meetings Whisk the team to an island paradise. Located only 30 minutes from Velana International Airport and accessible 24 hours a day, Anantara Veli offers a cosy atmosphere for high-powered retreats, launch events and team building.• Infinity Pool Dive into a brilliant blue. Lie back on a sun lounger. Refresh with a cold drink and float blissfully throught the day.• Water Skiing, Wake & Kneeboarding Rip through the waves with some help from our twins, WET and WILD. This pair of Gulfcraft Swan 20 speedboats will propel you swiftly across the lagoon with their powerful 150-horsepower engines.• Sunset Cruise Drift across the Indian Ocean in the perfect end to yet another day in paradise. Relax in the deck, enjoying champagne and canapes and gazing at the endless ocean.• Snorkelling Explore the turquoise lagoon and the colorful reef life surrounding the resort. From August to December, seize the opportunity to dance with manta rays. Whale sharks play year-around near Ari Atoll, and come very close to the surface.• Cooking classes Recreate authentic flavours by hand at a private cooking class.
Restaurants & Bars
• 73 Degrees Indulge in an extensive a la carte selection of international breakfast classics. Kickstart your day with a freshly brewed coffee or refreshing juice.• Baan Huraa With dishes designed to be shared as in Thailand, choose from an array of delicacies from across the kingdom – sour spicy salads from the Northeast, hot coconut curries from the South, beloved dishes from the Central Plains accompanied by fragrant jasmine rice.• Origami Enjoy the dazzle of live teppanyaki chefs at our Japanese restaurant.• Dhoni Bar Stay refreshed by the pool with a selection of iced coffees, smoothies and mocktails coupled with an array of gourmet sandwiches, paninis and wood-fired pizzas.• Dining by Desing Follow the torches to a setting for two underneath a canopy of stars or a private faree tent. Dig your toes into the sand, as fresh grilled lobster is served on your dugout table by your private chef.• In-Villa Dining Enjoy luxury dining in Maldives with an array of cuisines from around the world.• Sea.Fire.Salt Greet the morning with an international a la carte breakfast over the crystal waters of the turquoise lagoon. • Terrazzo Sample fresh seafood cooked in traditional Italian flavours – line-caught tuna carpaccio drizzled in extra virgin olive oil, handmade lobster ravioli with a lemon butter sauce.• Aqua Bar Soak up the sun, cool off in the shade, or swim up to the bar for chilled refreshment. Enjoy a light lunch, small bites throughout the afternoon, and drinks all the way through twilight.