Marrakech Villa 20900 is a sumptuous riad in the heart of the ancient district of Marrakech.

Bringing together an exquisite blend of traditional Moorish and Oriental architecture with an elegant European romanticism.

An ancient riad that has been lovingly restored as a breathtakingly beautiful private guesthouse.

It is situated in the heart of the old medina in Marrakech, neighbouring the exotic Place des Epices (spice market) and less than five minutes walk from the world-renowned Jemaa el Fna Square.

Originally built as a fortress, the ancient walls are over a meter thick, so all sounds of the bustling medina are shut out as you enter a space of beauty and peace.

There is a wonderful choice of quiet areas around the house for reading, eating, drinking, sunbathing or snoozing.

The courtyard greenery attracts a mass of songbirds until dusk when the jasmine begins to fill the air with its delicate fragrance.

Hours melt away on the terrace high above the city, where you will be basking in the ever-present sunshine on comfortable loungers, talking under a soft shaded seating area, dipping into the plunge pool for refreshment…

When the day closes, hear the resounding call to prayer accompanied by the view of Marrakech’s Koutoubia Mosque set against a back-drop of palm trees and the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, whilst the city lights glow around you…

The villa is built around a central courtyard, in which palm trees are intertwined with bougainvillea which drape onto an antique marble fountain.

Each room has an individual style with furnishings and heirlooms sourced from all corners of the globe.

Offering four spacious ensuite bedrooms and one Royal Bedroom Suite, as well as three different salons and a large sun drenched roof terrace with a magnificent view over the city.

There is also a plunge pool set under the ancient carved woodwork and huge Syrian chandelier.

Each of the five stylish bedroom suites. has an individual style and charm, distinctive vintage color palettes and complementary furniture, textiles, heirlooms and antique ornaments. All suites are fully air conditioned and have ensuite bathrooms, and WIFI Internet access. Each has intricate sculpted plaster work, antique and silk textile cushions and Syrian hanging lights.

The bathrooms are decorated in sumptuous polished tadlekt, natural bejmat tile flooring, dual copper basins and exquisite brass lights.

Two of the suites have Grecian style columns set into the baths with steps rising to enter.

The Royal Suite Bedroom is a vast suite, perfectly suited for honeymooners and other special occasions. It has its own independent staircase and entrance hall. Its private Italian-style “Juliet” balcony looks over the gently flowing petal-filled fountain of the villa's courtyard and across to the breathtaking Syrian chandelier in the open salon. A king size four poster bed has been especially commissioned for this suite, as have the opulent jewel colored silk velvet curtains and cushions that adorn it.

For romantic winter nights, there is a beautiful fireplace at the center of the end wall, surrounded by original hand-carved plaster-work. Four state carver chairs. Two Victorian leather and two gilt and turquoise silk art deco. Sit proudly on the Georgian black and white floor tiling. The sculpted plaster-work framing the entire suite is over three hundred years old and magnificent in its detail and intricacy. These historic features are subtly lit by a magnificent 1800s French crystal chandelier.

The lavish State of Grace bathroom is in stylish black polished tadlekt. A huge freestanding copper bath sits at its center softly lit by two romantic hanging Syrian crystal lights.

The Peridot’s Powder Room is a pale Georgian green bedroom behind a pair of two meter tall cedar wood doors. Situated just by the beautiful villa's courtyard, Peridot’s Powder Room has a double bed and a pale cream high marble console table lit by beautiful copper cut-work lights.

The bathroom is in pale peridot tadlekt with Grecian columns at the entrance to a deep bath and a large shower. A Georgian mirror, a French Provencal tryptique and two large copper basins are lit by delicately sculpted brass lights.

The Damascan Blush is a rich ochre-colored bedroom suite with majestic heavy antique brass studded entrance doors. Set off the beautiful courtyard, Damascan Blush has a double bed (or optionally twin beds), a black ammonite marble console table, lavish silk cushions and exquisite pastel colored Syrian hanging lights.

The bathroom is in gun-metal grey polished tadlekt with a large tadlekt bath set between twin basins and a pair of tall brass mirrors.

The Babylonian Vamp is an alluringly exotic magenta bedroom with its own intimate entrance hall set off the peaceful open salon, behind a romantic archway on the first floor. Babylonian Vamp has a double bed with lavish silk cushions, a tall marble console table and exquisite Syrian crystal lights.

The bathroom is in a rich mahogany colored polished tadlekt with Grecian columns at the entrance to a deep bath and a large shower. It has two large twin copper basins.

The Gossamer Wings is a pale aquamarine first floor bedroom suite looking over the beautiful courtyard. Gossamer Wings has a double bed (or optionally twin beds) and exquisite Syrian hanging lights. It has five windows making it a wonderfully light and airy room. As it is near to the State of Grace suite and also accessed by an independent staircase, it is perfect as an adjoining family room for children.

The shower room is in pale blue tadlekt with a large copper basin and an exquisite carved half moon brass light.

Your reservation includes a full professional 5 star hotel style staff, available at guests’ disposal to personalize their stay and create an entirely individual itinerary catering for their every need. Whether travelling as a group of friends, as a family or couple or as a corporate or specialized trip, the staff can tailor-make the weekend, week or event. Chauffeurs, masseurs, beauty technicians, tour guides and personal shoppers can be arranged as requested.

The food is inspiringly prepared from fresh and simple produce by the talented chef. It has often been praised by guests as the best food they have eaten during their time in Marrakech! The food is seasonal, fragrant and delicious: freshly squeezed juices and smoothies of all varieties, delicious yoghurts, patisseries and eggs any way that they are requested for breakfast; inspired salads, fresh fish, grilled meats and soups for lunch; and traditional Moroccan feasts for dinner. All lunches and dinners are available on request. The staff will happily accommodate special dietary requirements and culinary requests.

Cooking lessons can also be arranged. The dedicated staff will guide guests through the souks of Marrakech to buy the raw ingredients at the local market, before providing hands-on guidance in the resident kitchen to prepare and cook Marrakech-style, including tagines, mint tea and fresh Moroccan bread. The price starts at 1500Dhms for two which will include a three course dinner cooked by the guests!

The estate also offers a special "boutique" that overlooks the courtyard in the closed salon. It offers: A capsule kaftan collection designed by the owner • Exclusive and Vintage jewellery • Exclusive home interior accessories, including many items that can be specially commissioned for home • Antique collectibles • Irresistible gifts inspired from local craftsmanship; such as perfume bottles, sculptures, stylish sandals and decorative embroidered cushions.

A large number of the interior furniture, soft furnishings and lighting pieces have been personally designed by the owner, and are available to order. Shipping abroad can be arranged as necessary.

Personalized Excursions in and beyond Marrakesh can be easily arranged for you during your stay here. These include: Marrakech City Tour – monuments, gardens, souk, personal shopper. Essaouira . Seaside Resorts – Oulidia and El Jadida. Ourika Valley – river and waterfalls. Ouzoud Waterfalls – swimming and seeing the monkeys. Imlil and Mount Toubkal – village, hike, national park. Lake Lalla Takerkoust – Lake, beach, watersports, hikes, quad bikes. Desert Excursion – Stay with the Bedouins

The official language in Morocco is Arabic but all of the staff at the villa are fluent in French and most speak very good English.

The weather in Marrakech has hot summers, gorgeous spring and autumn and mild winters. The hottest months are July and August where temperatures reach around 40 degrees centigrade, but the winter months are still enjoyable with temperatures reaching around 23 degrees centigrade. The season is good for about 10 months of the year.

Marrakech Menara Airport is within easy access from many airlines including BA, Easyjet, Ryanair, Iberia, Thomson, Air Europa and Luxair, and Atlas Blue. Flying time is around 3 hours and the villa's staff will meet guests at the airport for the easiest of transfers, if requested.

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