Samut Prakan · Thailand

Where the river
slows to a gentle pace

dokmilae is a residential home for elderly residents near Bangkok — a quiet place set among gardens at the Chao Phraya delta, thoughtfully run by a team that genuinely cares.

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+66 2 384 7619

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45 min from Bangkok

Our Rooms & Residence Plans

A home to suit every need

Whether your family is looking for a comfortable shared arrangement or a private suite with full daily support, dokmilae offers three residence options — each with the same warmth at the centre.

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Shared Room

River Garden Room

A clean, well-kept shared room for two residents with garden and river views. Personal sleeping areas, individual wardrobes, and three daily meals prepared from fresh Pak Nam market produce. The shared verandah looks out over the garden — a favourite place for residents in the quiet of the evening.

Three meals daily, Thai home cooking
Daily housekeeping, twice-weekly linen
Shared garden verandah
Easy access from Bangkok by road

฿13,500/month Enquire

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Private Suite

Private Garden Suite

A private room with a garden-facing window, en-suite bathroom, double bed, personal reading corner, and soft lighting. Meals, housekeeping, and laundry included. Residents join the house programme of activities: cultural outings, river morning walks, Thai craft afternoons, and film evenings.

En-suite bathroom, hot shower
All meals, daily housekeeping & laundry
Cultural outings & river walks
30 min from central Bangkok

฿29,000/month Enquire

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Full Residence

Bangkok Metro Residence

A spacious private suite with personal garden terrace, king-sized bed, sitting room, and full en-suite. Meals, afternoon tea, personal laundry, daily housekeeping, all activities, and dedicated non-medical daily assistance included. The house team maintains warm, active communication with families — by call, message, or in person.

Personal garden terrace & sitting room
Dedicated daily assistance (non-medical)
Afternoon tea & all activities
Active family communication

฿48,000/month Enquire

A quiet place, close to home

Is dokmilae the right home
for your family member?

We welcome families to visit the property, meet the team, and see the rooms at their own pace. There is no pressure — simply an open door and a cup of tea.

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Why dokmilae

What families value most

Every quality here has developed gradually, from years of quiet attention to what residents and their families actually need.

Close to Bangkok families

Samut Prakan sits just 30–45 minutes from central Bangkok. Weekend visits are easy — no long journeys, no arrangements that strain a family's schedule.

Garden and river setting

The property is set among garden trees near the Chao Phraya delta. Mornings are calm, the air is clear, and the rhythm of the day is shaped by nature rather than traffic.

Home-cooked daily meals

Three meals a day prepared from fresh produce bought at the Pak Nam morning market. Genuine central Thai home cooking — the kind that residents remember from their own kitchens.

Non-medical daily care

We are a residential home, not a medical facility — and that matters. Our team provides attentive daily support while residents keep their sense of independence and ordinary life.

Warm family communication

Families coordinating from Bangkok or from overseas find that the dokmilae team is easy to reach — by telephone, message, or in person. We keep families genuinely informed.

Meaningful activities

Cultural outings to the Erawan Museum and Ancient City, morning walks along the waterfront, Thai craft afternoons, and quiet film evenings — a programme shaped by what residents enjoy.

Common Questions

Questions families ask

Is dokmilae a medical or nursing care facility?

No — dokmilae is a residential home, not a medical or nursing facility. We provide non-medical daily assistance: help with daily routines, meals, activities, housekeeping, and personal support. Families who need medical care coordination are welcome to discuss whether dokmilae can work alongside a separate arrangement.

How far is dokmilae from Bangkok?

The property is on Sukhumvit Road in Pak Nam, Samut Prakan — approximately 30 to 45 minutes from central Bangkok by car, depending on traffic. Many families find it straightforward for regular weekend visits. The route is direct and well-served.

What does the monthly fee include?

All residence plans include three daily meals, housekeeping, and use of all shared areas. The Private Garden Suite adds daily laundry and access to the full activities programme. The Bangkok Metro Residence Package includes afternoon tea, personal laundry, all activities, and dedicated daily non-medical assistance. Specific details for each room type are listed on our Solutions page.

Can families visit whenever they like?

Families are welcome to visit during daytime hours without prior arrangement, and for longer visits, a short message ahead of time helps us prepare properly. We actively encourage family involvement — regular visits and open communication with families are part of how we work.

What activities are available for residents?

The activities programme changes by season but regularly includes cultural outings to the Erawan Museum and the Ancient City, river morning walks along the nearby waterfront, Thai craft afternoons, and film evenings in the common sitting room. Residents who prefer quieter time in the garden are of course equally welcome to do so.

How does dokmilae communicate with families living abroad?

We maintain regular communication by telephone, message (LINE and WhatsApp are both available), and email. For the Bangkok Metro Residence plan, the dedicated staff member works closely with families to ensure they feel genuinely informed about their relative's day-to-day life, regardless of distance.

What is the process for arranging a place?

We begin with a conversation — by telephone or at the property — to understand what your family is looking for. If the home feels like a good fit, we arrange a visit at a time convenient for you. We do not require anything before that visit, and there is no obligation attached to looking around.

Our Location

Find dokmilae

39/5 Sukhumvit Road, Pak Nam, Mueang Samut Prakan, Samut Prakan 10280

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