Villa Laraiche
Like it? Add to favourites to compare and share
Overview
With plenty of traditional Moroccan charm, gorgeous views, a beautiful swimming pool, elegant living and sleeping spaces and a huge four thousand square metre walled garden brimming with fragrant jasmine, vibrant bougainvillaea and prickly cacti, Villa Laraiche is a laid-back property ideal for a holiday with friends or family. It boasts four bedrooms, all with private living spaces, delightful communal living spaces and a wonderful team who will look after you and the property brilliantly.
The villa is surrounded by a very generous garden full of jasmine, olive trees, eucalyptus, argan trees, bougainvillaea and cacti. It is a haven of nature and calm where you will enjoy total privacy as you relax in the Moroccan sunshine. The villa is built around three patios which are connected. From the patios, you will discover three lounges, a kitchen and four suites which all enjoy their own bedroom, living room and bathroom. The rooms are minimalist in design, with gorgeous textiles, traditional plaster finishes and comfortable furnishings. The villa enjoys its own water and electric supply with a high-performance solar power system. Eight adults can comfortably sleep in the villa, with up to four children on extra beds.
Within the villa, you will discover a dining room, a main living room and a quiet living or reading room. There are beautiful fireplaces that are pure heaven if rural chill sets in and for a crackling atmosphere. There are lovely beams, comfy sofas and delightful seating arrangements that are built-in and covered with colourful cushions. These are sociable spaces where you can get together, but you will always find somewhere peaceful and calm to enjoy a quiet read or for contemplation.
The four suites enjoy bedrooms with comfy beds dressed with quality linens and delightful soft furnishings, living spaces with fireplaces where you can sleep additional children on single beds and traditional bathrooms, mostly with showers but one with a bathtub where you can soak your stresses away. There are two baby cots available too.
Villa Laraiche’s large pool is surrounded by loungers and parasols where you can relax with your holiday books. Near the pool, you will find a shaded alfresco lounge and dining areas and a barbecue. The gardens are beautiful and fragrant.
What you should know…
- Breakfast is included in the villa rental. You can decide to pay a small fee per guest for additional delicious freshly cooked lunches and dinners
- There will be extra fees for additional services, including laundry, plus a small fee for villa cleaning at the end of your stay
- Tips at the end of your stay are very much appreciated by the staff
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Ample living room with comfortable seating area, fireplace and TV
- Chill out area with comfortable seating, fireplace and access to a terrace
- Separated dining area for 8 people
- Professional kitchen for staff use (guests are not allowed)
- Bedroom with double bed, a single bed, living room area, access to a terrace and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with double bed, a single bed, living room area, access to a terrace and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with double bed, a single bed, living room area, access to a terrace and en-suite shower room
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed, a single bed, living room area, access to a terrace and en-suite shower room
Exterior Grounds
- Private heated swimming pool (10 x 4 m)
- Large terrace and garden area
- Various sun loungers
- Outdoor dining
- Covered terrace
- Garden furniture
- Private parking
Additional Facilities
- Sound system
- Hair dryer
- DVD player
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa LaraicheVilla Laraiche enjoys a wonderful, tranquil location close to the sea and Essaouira. The very popular resort of Essaouira boasts stunning beaches, thrilling watersports, delicious fresh seafood and a buzzing Medina. The town is very much a working port and fishing town as well as a beautiful tourist hub. It is known for its coastal wind, beautifully named the Alizee, giving the town the name of the ‘Wind City of Africa’.
Compared to the frenzied Medina of Marrakech, you will enjoy a relaxed shopping experience in the Medina of Essaouira. There are five main gates and a laid-back, car-free pedestrian area sprinkled with souks that you can explore at your own pace. You will discover palm-lined avenues lined with art galleries and boutiques. You will enjoy the gorgeous white and blue facades and the striking ramparts. Dating from the late 18th century and added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2001, it is a lovely place to stroll. It was famously used in the opening scene of Orson Wells’ 1951 film Othello and Game of Thrones. The Medina is surrounded by dramatic, wave-lashed ramparts which offer spectacular sunset views. The Slala de la Ville 18th-century ramparts protect the Medina and its row of nineteen bronze cannons from the crashing waves and seafaring marauders.
Essaouira’s busy port is filled with colourful fishing boats. There is a large fish auction in the market hall by the port gates every Saturday, plus you can watch the daily catch being sold every afternoon to the restaurants around the harbour. You will see the sea-blue wooden boats arriving and departing and nets being repaired.
The beaches are great fun for windsurfing and kite surfing though the water is pretty cold. The beach runs for approximately six miles and is popular for walking, football and other sports. Swimming is best in the town stretch as Safi Beach to the north has a strong current. Camel owners are founds on the sands to the south. You can head south across the Ksob River to see the ruins of the Borj El Berod, an old fortress and pavilion at low tide. From here, you can walk inland to the village of Diabat or continue to the sand dunes of Cap Sim.
The Gnaoua World Music Festival is held in June for three days. It is Essaouira’s biggest annual event. The Gnaoua people are descendants of slaves that originated from Black Africa and established brotherhoods throughout Morocco. They are made up of master musicians, metal castanet players, clairvoyants, mediums and their followers. The festival showcases their talents with music and mysticism.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Essaouira Airport
(28 km) |
||
| Nearest Village |
Afrate Haissoun
(6 km) |
||
| Nearest Town/City |
Essaouira
(14 km) |
||
| Nearest Restaurant |
Le Fromagerie
(5 km) |
||
| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Bar Amarg
(15 km) |
||
| Nearest Supermarket |
Carrefour
(12 km) |
||
| Nearest Beach |
Essaouira Beach
(5 km) |
||
| Nearest Golf |
Mogador Golf Course
(22 km) |
||
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesFamilies very much enjoy staying at Villa Laraiche. It enjoys four spacious bedroom suites with bedrooms, living spaces with an extra single bed and bathrooms. You are welcome to use the single living room beds for extra children, so in total, the villa can sleep eight adults and four children. There are several living spaces, so there is plenty of space for little ones to relax with a movie or game while adults enjoy planning their Moroccan adventures and a delicious meal.
Essaouira is great for adventurous families. Children adore the freedom of running in the Medina without any traffic, camel riding over the sand dunes, enjoying the waves, surfing and quad biking. Teenagers can try their hand at kite surfing. You can head to Safi Beach at the northern end of Essaouira or Diabat Beach south of the town. Children enjoy taking a horse and carriage to get to Safi Beach from outside Bab Doukkala, and the driver will wait while you explore the beach. There are large sand dunes and excellent rock pools to play in.
Children enjoy bartering in the souks, where the stall sellers are much less pushy than in Marrakech. Game of Thrones fans enjoy looking out for locations from the films. They love walking along the fortified walls and enjoying the views. Children are fascinated with the fishermen and the fish market. They will see sardines, pilchards, hake, sole, crab, lobster, octopus, eels and other fish. They can pick their choice of fish and have it cooked at one of the open restaurants at the port.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- <1hr to Airport
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Heated Pool
Services Available
- Maid Service Included
- Breakfast Included
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Included
- Breakfast Included
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport transfers
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
| Security deposit | €500 charged to client’s credit card by the owner before/upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 3 pm |
| Departure time | 10 am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €500 charged to client’s credit card by the owner before/upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 3 pm |
| Departure time | 10 am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| Heating costs included? | Not available on this property. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Not included in the rental price, extra €30 to be paid in cash upon departure. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or garbage disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Internet access? | Not available on this property. |
| Minimum stay | 3 nights. All other durations on request. |
| Changeover day | Flexible. |
| Pets welcome? | Not allowed. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking & Vaping are not permitted. |
| Pool heating charge? | For those who require pool heating, there will be an additional charge, please enquire (to be paid locally on arrival). Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. |
| Tax | Tourist Taxes are not included in the rental price and are to be paid locally in cash on arrival (the correct total per person per night will be sent to you after booking confirmation). |
| Other Ts and Cs | Daily house cleaning and breakfast are included in the rental price. Please note that the kitchen is for staff usage only; guests are not allowed. The following services are available at an extra cost to be paid locally by cash or bank transfer - Lunch: starting from €7 per guest - Dinner: starting from €12 per guest - Laundry service: please enquire - Beverages: according to consumption |
| Other Ts and Cs | A non-refundable 40% deposit is required to confirm a booking at this property (or full payment if booking within 12 weeks of departure). |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29th 2024 - Apr 1st 2025 | £1,649 | £2,198 | £2,748 | £3,847 |
| Apr 1st 2025 - Oct 2nd 2025 | £1,389 | £1,851 | £2,314 | £3,240 |
| Oct 2nd 2025 - Jun 2nd 2026 | £1,649 | £2,198 | £2,748 | £3,847 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
-
Il pourrait être meilleur
Extérieur parfait et patio très agréable
Chambre du haut , salle de bains avec robinet qui a fui tout le séjour avec un bruit continuel la nuit.Chambres du bas, problème écoulement dans les salles de bain, odeur de canalisation dans une des chambres.Linge de toilette pas changé une seule fois pendant 10 jours et anormal de faire payer 8 € pour faire une machine -
Villa Laraiche
+ Très bien
- Absence de volet dans la suite
- Literie pourrait être améliorée -
Nous avons adoré cette maison et notre séjour
L'accueil et l'attention permanante apporté par Ouda, Salah et Malika nous ont permis de passer une semaine de rêve.
Nos enfants ont été littéralement adoptés et ne rêve que d'une chose... y retourner.
La décoration et l'architecture de cette maison nous ont énormément plus. Le nombre de possibilité de s'isoler pour lire ou se reposer sont très appréciables.
La proximité d'Essaouria et des plages dessertes allentours rendent les expéditions faciles avec des enfants... meme petit.
Peut-être qu'une literie de meilleure qualité aurait été mieux. Et un wifi à meilleur débit et plus grande couverture aurait été appréciable...
mais cela relève du détail.
Don't miss out! Reserve now and get a full refund if you change your mind within 48hrs.
