The ultimate life of luxury might include lazing on a lounger, frozen drink in hand, and the calming sense that comes with a slice of private beach at a first-class resort. That’s exactly what you get at these 14 sandy nooks that spoil you with dedicated butlers, designer umbrellas, a variety of beach toys and calm waters … making you forget about all the years past of planning your own trip to the beach with overstuffed bags, sandy towels and snack packs. The best part? All these beaches lie within walking distance of your guestroom — no shuttles or unnecessary schlepping required.

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OCAMA BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Winding paths through verdant Dominican Republic jungle lead down to Ocama’s private beach from the resort’s hillside villa retreats. The hidden cove lined with beach loungers overlooks Rincón Bay and the virgin Parque Nacional Cabo Cabrón. Guests can tailor their experience here; whether they want a lunch or spa treatment, they can text the concierge to set up a table and chairs or a pop-up massage table.

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CAPE FAHN HOTEL
This 5-star private island resort off the coast of Koh Samui in Thailand features 24 stand-alone pool villas that all lead down to a guest-only, white-sand beach. Equipped with kayaks, snorkels and paddleboards, Cape Fahn makes it easy to explore the shallow, turquoise waters surrounding the island or to simply take in the postcard-worthy views with a local meal courtesy of the restaurant set right behind the proprietary strip of sand.

ROSEWOOD LITTLE DIX BAY
Primely positioned on 500 acres of Virgin Gorda’s coastal landscape, Rosewood Little Dix Bay’s crescent-shaped bay spans about half a mile of sparkling Caribbean waters turtles like to frequent. Beach facilities include padded loungers, umbrellas, towels, water toys including Hobie Cat sailing … and an attendant who will machete open a fresh coconut for you to enjoy as is or spiked with local rum.

CAMBRIDGE BEACHES RESORT & SPA
This authentic Bermudian cottage-style resort hugs a stretch of rosy-hued sand that matches its classic pink facade. Guests have unparalleled access to its beach and private coves lined with water hammocks and equipment rentals like paddleboards and kayaks. When it comes time to relax, the beach hut bar expertly serves up island favorites such as a Dark ‘n’ Stormy or rum swizzle.

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SEA ISLAND RESORT
The United States features some striking private beaches, including at this Georgia resort on the state’s south coast, boasting 5 exclusive miles along the Atlantic Ocean. There are various ways to immerse yourself in Sea Island’s beachfront, from the Beach Club with its three swimming pools, a water slide, splash pad, and variety of food and beverage options to a plush daybed rental. The latter includes your own private dwelling amidst the already private sands, with various seating options like two chaise lounges and a Yeti cooler stocked with refreshments.

GURNEY’S MONTAUK RESORT & SEAWATER SPA
In the Hamptons, Gurney’s Montauk offers coastal living at its finest, with direct water access and 2,000 feet of private sand composed of clear quartz, pink garnet and black magnetite. The resort’s premier offerings center around its globally revered Beach Club, which for three consecutive seasons has sported Dolce & Gabbana’s signature Blue Mediterraneo designs across its umbrellas, cabanas and lounge seating. Though it’s a year-round property, during summer the beach realizes a new energy with live DJs on weekends.

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VERDURA RESORT, A ROCCO FORTE HOTEL
With more than a mile of beachfront only a one-minute stroll from the breakfast area and lobby, Verdura Resort on the southwest coast of Sicily places the idea of a full beach day in seamless reach. The palm-shaded loungers and a granita-serving cabana set against the azure Mediterranean evoke a true sense of la dolce vita that makes you want to simply relax and unwind. More active beach goers can access a PADI scuba diving center, water bikes and flyboarding.

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D MARIS BAY
This Turkish Riviera retreat spoils guests with not just one but six private beaches to choose where they want to experience the meeting of the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. All of the beaches are walkable, with the two closest to the main property being Bay Beach, exuding a family-friendly atmosphere created with sands imported from Egypt, and Silence Beach, the adults-only cove that’s serious about uninterrupted relaxation (no phones or music). Hidden Beach might be the most unique offering, as V.I.P. guests can reserve it all to themselves to take the term “private beach” to a whole new level.

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NIHI SUMBA
This 28-villa hideaway on Indonesia’s Sumba Island features a private beach that’s social media-famous for its resident ponies and a surfer’s favorite for its exclusive Occy’s Left wave. The beach, Nihiwatu, limits surfers to 10 a day, while leisure beach goers can settle into a daybed on the calmer side of the 1.5-mile stretch or eat with their toes in the sand at the open-air pavilions of Nio Beach Club.

SMITHS BEACH RESORT
Tucked between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Leeuwin in Western Australia, Smiths Beach Resort sits adjacent to 2,000 feet of powdery white sands met by the aquamarine hues of the Indian Ocean. It’s both a surfers’ paradise and a treasure hunters’ delight for beachcombing. Whether or not you spend all day here, return for sunset as the sky brightens with almost neon oranges and fiery scarlet.

ONE&ONLY REETHI RAH
The Maldives may be renowned for overwater villas, but this luxury property in the North Malé Atoll makes an argument to leave those cocoon abodes for snow-white sands lapped by cyan waters. The palm-lined stretch, with ordered hammocks swaying between them, includes shaded cabanas with dedicated butler service, a sunken beachfront infinity pool and motorized water sports.

MADINAT JUMEIRAH
At this four-resort complex along the Arabian Gulf, guests gain access to its more than one mile of private beach, with some suites located mere steps from the fine, golden sands and calm cerulean waters. There’s always plenty of room for guests to stretch out and unwind thanks to the 7-star Middle Eastern hospitality ensuring private cabanas and umbrella-shaded loungers are meticulously laid out to avoid crowding.

NAYARA BOCAS DEL TORO
One of the most unique beaches in the world comes from the innovation at Nayara Bocas del Toro, a Leading Hotels of the World property. Here the world’s first aerial beach stands as a beach built on stilts over the water. The quaint beach is equipped with all the necessities, including soft Caribbean sand, a central bar, kayaks to explore nearby mangroves and chaise lounges to soak up the Panamá sun.