Thanks for the reply. We've been to Pattaya several times since 1981, and have a good understanding of locations, and we have our own transport, so anywhere within 10km of the sea would be considered. However, knowing a place from holidays is totally different from living there. With inflation to think of, our basic starting ceiling would be around 20,000 per month (without add-ons for water & electricity). We are past the age for regular nightlife, but a stroll to a local bar or restaurant would be a bonus. We also don't rule out a 2 bedroom property, but we don't want a 2 storey house, we've had enough of climbing stairs.