House in Marrakesh-Safi
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
On the edge of the Toubkal National Park, a gorgeous restored, ecological and super stylish 19th Century Berber house in its own lovely plant filled garden, at the end of a private path - private yet not at all remote and only one hour from Marrakech!
A very rare opportunity to experience rural life in very comfortable surroundings.
A short stroll will plunge you in fields and on rural paths, where a centuries old life style still carries on. The views as you wander further up the village are stunning. Groves of almond, olive and pomegranate are present with blossom and scent filling the air for a significant period of the year.
A perfect base to explore the region, where history and nature combine to enrich your trip, or to simply relax.
FOOD AND DINING:
Half board (breakfast and one other meal) is available as room service. 150 Dh per person per day (Children aged 7-12 100 Dh). Delicious Berber and Moroccan food using mostly home grown organic ingredients.
Well equipped kitchen for your cooking needs.
Food is also available locally in hotel restaurants, as well a bar at La Roseraie, a luxury hotel and a wonderful place to have an aperitif in the afternoon and make the most of its stunning setting. It is approximately 5 minutes walk away.
EXPLORING ON FOOT:
An excellent guide is available there at short notice, the cost for this guide is 100 Dh per hour with a minimum of two hours. Mules can also be hired.
Swimming is usually available in hotel pools nearby, for a charge or if you have lunch depending on the establishment.
General Information : Marrakech Airport 37 miles (1 hour by taxi). Taxis can be arranged in advance for 600 Dh one way. This is much cheaper than at the airport. Car hire is available at the airport. The journey is for the most part spectacular as you head southwards towards the Atlas and then wind your way up to Ouirgane, which lies at 1000 metres above sea level. Private taxis can easily be arranged in house to go to Marrakech, for day trips in the region or elsewhere.
Asni 8 miles. Marigha 2 miles. Marrakech 40 miles. Tin Mal mosque (1 hour). Taroudant (4 hours) through the Tizn Test mountain pass, the highest in Morocco. Stunning scenery all the way!
Day trips can be arranged in house to all these locations and many more, including Oukaimeden. Treks can also be arranged as well, as and when.
Food and Dining: Well equipped kitchen for your cooking needs. Meals are available in local cafes and restaurants, also a bar at La Roseraie, a luxury hotel that is five minutes away on foot, a wonderful place to have an aperitif in the afternoon and make the most of its stunning setting.
More developed amenities and banks are available in Asni or Tahanaoute, both within a half hour drive. Asni, the main village in the area, leads to Imlil, which lies at the end of a stunning road, which also passes Richard Branson's luxurious Kasbah Tamadot, the drive is stunning.
Climate in Ouirgane: The climate in Ouirgane is ideal from early spring to late autumn. The Summers are much more gentle than in Marrakech and the plains, and although it can get hot in July and August, it is rare for it to become uncomfortable. The Winters are gentle in the day when the sun is shining but can be cold in the mornings and evening. In December and January the nights can be very cold. There are electric radiators in the main rooms to fight the winter. It must be noted that due to the Moroccan design of houses there is an internal courtyard that is open to the sky and therefore the heating is not like in centrally heated properties In the UK and Europe. If you are adverse to some chill then December and January are best avoided although the house is still very cosy.
The night skies can be stunning, with very little light pollution. Shooting stars are a regular occurrence!
The house is perfect for those who want to experience a different side to Morocco without being isolated while staying in a fully refurbished Berber house with exceptional style, and for those who love to wander in nature and admire a centuries old social and agricultural landscape. It is an ideal base to explore the varied surroundings and to combine it with a stay in Marrakech.
Free WiFi is provided.
A very rare opportunity to experience rural life in very comfortable surroundings.
A short stroll will plunge you in fields and on rural paths, where a centuries old life style still carries on. The views as you wander further up the village are stunning. Groves of almond, olive and pomegranate are present with blossom and scent filling the air for a significant period of the year.
A perfect base to explore the region, where history and nature combine to enrich your trip, or to simply relax.
FOOD AND DINING:
Half board (breakfast and one other meal) is available as room service. 150 Dh per person per day (Children aged 7-12 100 Dh). Delicious Berber and Moroccan food using mostly home grown organic ingredients.
Well equipped kitchen for your cooking needs.
Food is also available locally in hotel restaurants, as well a bar at La Roseraie, a luxury hotel and a wonderful place to have an aperitif in the afternoon and make the most of its stunning setting. It is approximately 5 minutes walk away.
EXPLORING ON FOOT:
An excellent guide is available there at short notice, the cost for this guide is 100 Dh per hour with a minimum of two hours. Mules can also be hired.
Swimming is usually available in hotel pools nearby, for a charge or if you have lunch depending on the establishment.
General Information : Marrakech Airport 37 miles (1 hour by taxi). Taxis can be arranged in advance for 600 Dh one way. This is much cheaper than at the airport. Car hire is available at the airport. The journey is for the most part spectacular as you head southwards towards the Atlas and then wind your way up to Ouirgane, which lies at 1000 metres above sea level. Private taxis can easily be arranged in house to go to Marrakech, for day trips in the region or elsewhere.
Asni 8 miles. Marigha 2 miles. Marrakech 40 miles. Tin Mal mosque (1 hour). Taroudant (4 hours) through the Tizn Test mountain pass, the highest in Morocco. Stunning scenery all the way!
Day trips can be arranged in house to all these locations and many more, including Oukaimeden. Treks can also be arranged as well, as and when.
Food and Dining: Well equipped kitchen for your cooking needs. Meals are available in local cafes and restaurants, also a bar at La Roseraie, a luxury hotel that is five minutes away on foot, a wonderful place to have an aperitif in the afternoon and make the most of its stunning setting.
More developed amenities and banks are available in Asni or Tahanaoute, both within a half hour drive. Asni, the main village in the area, leads to Imlil, which lies at the end of a stunning road, which also passes Richard Branson's luxurious Kasbah Tamadot, the drive is stunning.
Climate in Ouirgane: The climate in Ouirgane is ideal from early spring to late autumn. The Summers are much more gentle than in Marrakech and the plains, and although it can get hot in July and August, it is rare for it to become uncomfortable. The Winters are gentle in the day when the sun is shining but can be cold in the mornings and evening. In December and January the nights can be very cold. There are electric radiators in the main rooms to fight the winter. It must be noted that due to the Moroccan design of houses there is an internal courtyard that is open to the sky and therefore the heating is not like in centrally heated properties In the UK and Europe. If you are adverse to some chill then December and January are best avoided although the house is still very cosy.
The night skies can be stunning, with very little light pollution. Shooting stars are a regular occurrence!
The house is perfect for those who want to experience a different side to Morocco without being isolated while staying in a fully refurbished Berber house with exceptional style, and for those who love to wander in nature and admire a centuries old social and agricultural landscape. It is an ideal base to explore the varied surroundings and to combine it with a stay in Marrakech.
Free WiFi is provided.
Amenities at Gorgeous Bohemian village retreat in fabulous spot just one hour from Marrakech
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsDelightful hosts Mohammed and Rashid provided excellent service and delicious meals. The house offers a charming and peaceful retreat with beautiful surroundings. Highly recommended!
8 / 10Excellent·Dec 2019
Wir waren Ende November 5 Tage in der Wohnung und hatten am ersten Tag leider Regen. Die Wohnung ist aber auf gutes Wetter angewiesen, sonst ist es feucht im Hof und auch ein Wohnzimmer ohne Fenster eher ungemütlich. Die Versorgung von Rachid und seiner Frau war ausgezeichnet und auch die geführten Ausflüge. Wichtiger Hinweis: bei einer Privat-Wanderung ab Imlil hatten wir keine Pässe dabei und durften den Weg zum 4.000er nicht fortsetzen.
Die Kommunikation mit Peter war vorzüglich! Danke!
8 / 10Excellent·Mar 2019
We enjoyed Ouirgane and the situation . It is ideal having a bit of private garden around the house. We used the roof most of the time in the day, as it was warm and sunny and the trees full of birdsong. It was however cold at night , to be expected in March. We did have to use the electric radiators.
Mohammed and Rashid were delightful hosts as were the rest of the family. We enjoyed several home cooked evening meals and a breakfast. We were also provided with fresh milk, oranges and nuts as an extra!
We went on an excursion with Rashid to local hilltop village where we were treated to local tagine in villager's house. Another day we were driven by Mohammed to the famous Tin Mal temple and the spectacular Tizi n' Test pass that crosses the Atlas and connects to Taroudant.
We highly recommend the local Souk on a Thursday, and a visit to the local blacksmith who only works on a Thursday when all the mules/donkeys arrive in the village for the Souk.
All in all a very relaxing week with brilliant weather and friendly hospitality.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2018
We loved this little home... simple and private...the scent of orange blossom...the full moon on the rooftop at night...Mohammed and his care, bees, sweet honey and smiles...the surrounding nature full of winding pathways, waving barley and poppy fields, of olive tree orchards, splashing mountain streams, and terracotta Berber villages. We will be returning very soon!
5 / 10·Oct 2014
When we were searching for holiday accomodation in the area of Marrakech we kept finding ourselves returning to the prospect of the private and shaded gardens featured at Maison Shayne. We wondered if the location might be limiting but so glad we took the chance. Perfectly in between many options of things to do and ideally located for the days doing nothing at all or exploring local life, the olive groves or surrounds. Mohammed and his family looked after us splendidly with fresh local produce, superbly prepared.We chose not to hire a car but instead were able to enjoy the experience as passengers and take in the views.Maison Shayne has a wonderful character and everything we needed to immerse ourselves in our first visit to Morocco.We arrived as guests and left feeling very much as if we were leaving new friends behind.
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Top rated by guests
9.3Outstanding
(21 Ratings)
Delightful hosts Mohammed and Rashid provided excellent service and delicious meals. The house offers a charming and peaceful retreat with beautiful surroundings. Highly recommended!
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