Khanom is a nice place. I lived nearby for a few years and that was my weekend away destination. It was usually deserted, prices for bungalows were cheap, and there was great seafood. Usually went the entirety of the weekend without seeing another paleface.
It's definitely changed in the last few years. The beachfront land next to my old standby has been sold and is currently being developed for "houses for farang," according to the people to whom I talked. A lot of land has been sold, and a lot is still being sold. Farang-oriented restaurants, bars, and hotels are opening up, and someone told me there was even a Russian karaoke joint. Not sure about that one.
Nice pics, by the way.