Villa Idrissi
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Overview
Style, charm and space come in lavish abundance at Villa Idrissi. This gorgeous villa is surrounded by glorious landscaped gardens in the heart of the Palmeraie of Marrakech. It enjoys a heated swimming pool and a tennis court as well as a fantastic team including a manager, cook, housekeeper and gardener. You will adore this dreamy villa and its magical ambience.
Villa Idrissi boasts four splendid bedrooms, a fabulous living room with an authentic Moroccan vibe, a dining room, a television room, a kitchen and gorgeous terraces and gardens. It invites relaxation, rejuvenation and is a special place to spend quality time with your family or favourite friends. You enter the villa through a large open courtyard with its Arab-Andalusian garden and attractive water feature. The living room boasts lavish sofas, a feature fireplace, vibrant contemporary artworks and gorgeous doors that lead to the terrace and drown this wonderful space in natural light. The television room is very cosy with another gorgeous fireplace, a comfy sofa and lovely shutters. The dining room also enjoys an oversized colourful painting and a welcome soft breeze when the floor-to-ceiling doors are opened. There is a delightful flow between these living spaces, with open arches leading you through these charming spaces.
Villa Idrissi’s four bedrooms are all found on the ground floor. They all enjoy air conditioning so that you can dive deep into slumber in sumptuous kingsize or queen-size beds. Each of the bedrooms opens directly to the beautiful gardens and offers an immaculate ensuite bathroom. The rooms are incredibly spacious and offer gorgeous traditional furnishings, all character and of high quality.
The villa is surrounded by a lush, dreamy garden which is liberally sprinkled with ancient olive trees, towering palms which rustle gently in the wind and plenty of vibrant colours. The swimming pool is surrounded by a pool house with a handy toilet and shower, loungers and parasols. Families enjoy the extensive lawns for family games. Beside the pool is a lovely alfresco lounge area and alfresco dining with gorgeous garden views. The upper floor of the villa is an enormous covered terrace with a fireplace, stylish outdoor furniture and superb sunset views of the garden and the Palmeraie.
What you should know…
- The villa rental includes a full staff, grocery shopping and delivery. There is a small charge for the cook each day, plus the cost of groceries and drinks should be settled during your stay
- There is an additional charge if you want the pool heated
- Please supervise children around the pool
- Please bear in mind that during Ramadan, the traditional month of fasting and purification, some restaurants and cafes close during the day and general business hours are reduced
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Large living room with various seating areas, fireplace and access to the garden
- Separated dining area for 10 people and access to the garden
- Media room with comfortable seating, TV and fireplace
- Professional kitchen for staff use (guests are not allowed)
- Bedroom with king size bed, access to the garden, air conditioning and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with king size bed, access to the garden, air conditioning and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with queen size bed, access to the garden, air conditioning and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with queen size bed, access to the garden, air conditioning and en-suite bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Private heated swimming pool
- Large terrace and garden area
- Various sun loungers
- Outdoor dining
- Covered terrace
- Garden furniture
- Private parking
- Tennis court
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi connection
- Air conditioning (only in bedrooms)
- Central heating
- DVD player
- Books
- Cards and board games
- Stereo sound system
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa IdrissiThe Palmeraie of Marrakech is a smart, attractive area sprinkled with landscaped gardens, upmarket villas and golf courses. It offers a good selection of entertainment options, including an equestrian centre, camel riding, quad bikes and hot air balloon rides with Marrakech Balloon. Villa Idrissi sits in the heart of this tranquil, smart area, only fifteen to twenty minutes from the city centre.
The city of Marrakech is a bustling, intoxicating, colourful place full of wonders and an inexhaustible source of surprises. It is Africa’s Capital of Culture, where everything is on the move. Finding out all of its secrets would take forever, but you can visit a handful of attractions in a few days to get a taste of its noble past and its frenetic present. Colourful spices, glistening lamps, colourful carpets and leather in every shade imaginable are combined with rich, ancient architecture to capture your heart and soul. Its souks are loud, thrilling and very exciting. You can shop for sweets, clothing, leather, spices, soap, perfume, rugs, lighting, musical instruments and much more. All prices are negotiable, and bargaining is a social art. You will discover snake charmers, storytellers and potion sellers. Dining in the Medina is an adventure and will set your tastebuds tingling. Smoke rises from barbecues which are enjoyed along with Gnawa musicians, acrobats and fortune tellers. The famous Patisserie des Princes is perfect for sweet treats and ice cream afterwards. Many of the riads boast exquisite restaurants for fine dining experiences where you will enjoy creative, spice-laced modern Moroccan menus, many of which are on rooftops with fabulous views. Your friendly staff at the riad can recommend and book tables for you. The wonderful Riad Yima Tea Room is the home and personal gallery of Hassan Hajjaj, the Andy Warhol of Marrakech and is filled with upcycled pop art. It is fun and a great place to grab a classic cup of mint tea. The Medina’s labyrinth of winding lanes and alleyways is best explored with a willingness to get lost and a sense of adventure. In 1985 the Medina was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hammams were introduced to the city by the Romans and adapted to fit Islamic ablution rituals. Visitors enjoy wonderful hammam experiences at Hammam de la Rose, the Farnatchi Spa, the deluxe Royal Mansour and many other spas.
This Moroccan city-break favourite is also home to a glossy modern quarter, the Gueliz. Beyond Marrakech’s ancient heart is this contemporary, manicured area full of funky cafes, chic shopping opportunities, upmarket restaurants and wonderful museums that are architectural statements. It is alive with artwork, with one of the most famous galleries being the Matisse Art Gallery, named after the 20th-century artist Henri Matisse. It draws some of the best artists from all over Morocco with inspirational exhibitions. You will also discover the Royal Tennis Club of Marrakech with its nine courts plus a stadium court. The club is the oldest and largest tennis club in Marrakech and is often used for sporting events.
The area around Marrakech’s Medina is sprinkled with magical gardens. Le Jardin Secret is one of Medina’s largest and most important gardens, with a Persian garden full of tufty grasses and olive, pomegranate, fig and date trees and a second smaller garden offering exotic plants. An elaborate irrigation system weaves its way through the gardens, part of an ancient network that once distributed water from artesian wells and fed by the mountains. When fashion icon Yves St Laurent arrived in the city in 1964, he was overwhelmed by the city and its vivacity. He lived in the Jardin Majorelle with his partner, a lush garden painted with an intense shade of ultramarine blue. It is full of giant cacti, palms and bamboo groves. The Berber Museum is filled with Yves St Laurent’s personal jewellery and fashion collection, and the Musee Yves St Laurent offers a stunning choreography presentation of the clothes in a dramatic black hall.
Marrakech boasts an outstanding collection of museums, including Maison de la Photographie, a three-storey riad-turned-gallery housing the vintage Moroccan photography collection of Patrick Menac’h and Marrakshi Hamid Mergani. Its rooftop cafe is one of the highest in Medina. The Musee Tiskiwin displays the history of Marrakech and the region in general. The Dar Si Said Museum is an exhibition of historic and contemporary Moroccan art, full of intricate Byzantine designs and colours. The Musee Boucharouite features stunning tapestries and another hidden rooftop cafe, while the Musee de Mouassine shows off the work of a local artist. The Music Museum is located in the Saadian quarter, built in the 16th and 17th centuries. The reception of the museum is a jewel of Arab-Andalusian architecture.
The Bahia Palace was built in the late 19th century and now forms the centre of the city’s culture. It boasts incredible decor along with high, gilded ceilings, mosaics, stuccos, paintings, the mesmerising quarters of Bou Ahmed’s favourite concubine, Lalla Zineb and an enormous landscaped garden.
Visitors to Marrakech usually enjoy combining trips to the Medina with excursions into the mountains and its mountain villages. It is the perfect contrast to the thrillingly frantic energy of the Medina and the buzz of its museums, palaces and gardens. After a delicious Moroccan feast around Djemaa El Fna, you can trek up Northern Africa’s highest peak, Mount Toubkal or enjoy a surprising experience of North African skiing at Oukaimeden. The Atlas Mountains are sprinkled with pretty villages, beautiful waterfalls and dramatic viewpoints. Imlil is a popular hub to start exploring, and the Bureau des Guides d’Imlil can arrange guides. You will enjoy unforgettable day trips, visit traditional villages, taste delicious food, and enjoy the fabulous scenery and a mesmerising mix of Berber, Arabian and European cultural influences. You will also discover some of the best golf courses in Marrakech, including the Amelkis Championship Golf Course and the Marrakech Royal Golf Club.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Marrakech Menara Airport
(15 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Annakhil
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Marrakech
(8 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
La Merche
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
BIM
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Palm Golf Marrakech
(7 km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Palm Tennis Club
(8 km) |
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| Sightseeing |
Quad Chameau Marrakech (tourist attraction)
(4 km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesVilla Idrissi is a wonderful choice for a family holiday. The villa enjoys a fabulous pool, a tennis court, a superb garden and a great selection of games. The Palmeraie is a wonderful, peaceful area just outside Marrakech’s city centre. There is a good array of entertainment, including camel rides, quad biking and hot-air ballooning.
Marrakech promises an endless list of entertainment and fascinating delights around every corner. The labyrinth of Marrakech casts a magical spell on children. Its palm-studded riad gardens, tinkling fountains, fairytale buildings, thrilling souks and street entertainers never fail to amuse children. When night falls, its main square comes alive in what will seem like the greatest show on Earth. Little ones will experience a dizzying array of dancers, storytellers, snake charmers, musicians, monkeys and food stall vendors. Families can enjoy mule rides, cooking lessons, bartering experiences and delicious meals. Marrakech enjoys many delightful gardens, including Harti Jardin and Cyper Park, that are great for good walks. There are two small amusement parks for younger children, Ludipark and Paloozaland. Ludipark offers bouncy castles, pony rides, a mini zoo and an aquapark. Paloozaland offers a dinosaur theme and enjoys several rides, a 6D cinema, a swimming pool and live shows. There are always camels near the Menara Gardens which kids can ride. If you want more of a desert camel ride, you can take a taxi or arrange a ride through your riad to the Palmeraie. Another popular trip is to the Moulay Hassan racetrack on the edge of Marrakech for some kart racing. Moroccans do tea very well, so you can arrange a wonderful afternoon tea at the Royal Mansour. Kids also enjoy getting a henna tattoo or seeing a Fantasia Show. Chez Ali is a show that has been going for years and includes dinner as well as performances with horse riders and music. You will see horse carriages everywhere though you might want to check if the horses look well cared for.
The thrilling Oasiria Waterpark, on the outskirts of Marrakech, offers eight swimming pools, twenty fabulous attractions and seventeen slides. One of the attractions, Aquaroc, is the first climbing wall in Africa. It is 25m long by 5m high and offers three courses, initiation, improvement and training. The waterpark sits in ten hectares of landscaped gardens sprinkled with ponds, paths, flowerbeds, century-old olive trees, desert crossings, palms, wooden pontoons, streams and colourful flowers, and there are five restaurants. There is even a kids club for six to nine-year-olds and nine to twelve-year-olds with meals and snacks included. These are run by experienced leads which offer supervised swimming, treasure hunts, fairs, toboggan competitions, climbing on the Aquaroc, beach soccer, water games, tug of war, football and more. The wonderful Eden Aquapark is another popular family pick. It boasts endless rides, slides, swimming pools, a river, a beach for little pirates, entertainment and a luxurious hotel attached to it. It is a giant aquapark that offers a world of water entertainment.
Terres d’Amanar is a zipline park roughly forty-five minutes outside of Marrakech. There are activities for all ages, with a pool and lunch included. Children love heading for the Atlas Mountains and enjoying stops at the village of Imlil, where they can enjoy mule rides and see the waterfalls. The Ourika Valley is another fabulous trip where kids can play in the shallow Ouritka River and hike to the waterfalls.
The Anima Gardens are delightful, with lots of sculptures as well as natural fauna. You can buy a timed ticket which helps to ensure that the gardens are not too crowded. There are shuttles to and from the city.
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Heated Pool
- Tennis Court
- DVD
Services Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Included
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Transfers Available
- Breakfast Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service 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 | €1,500 charged to client’s credit card by the owner before/upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4 pm |
| Departure time | 11 am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €1,500 charged to client’s credit card by the owner before/upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4 pm |
| Departure time | 11 am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| Pool towels included? | Yes, included in rental price. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. 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? | Wi-Fi internet access included. |
| Minimum stay | 3 - 5 nights depending on season. 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 of €30 per day (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 | Housekeeping grocery shopping and delivery service are included in the rental price. Please note that the kitchen is for staff usage only; guests are not allowed. The cost of food is NOT included in the rental price and will be billed to you at the end of your stay, payable locally in cash or by bank transfer. The chef/cook service will have an extra cost or €20 per day, to be paid directly to him in cash or bank transfer. |
| 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 | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 30th 2024 - Dec 17th 2024 | £4,959 | £6,943 |
| Dec 17th 2024 - Jan 5th 2025 | - | £10,762 |
| Jan 5th 2025 - Feb 16th 2025 | £5,202 | £7,283 |
| Feb 16th 2025 - Mar 16th 2025 | £6,086 | £8,521 |
| Mar 16th 2025 - Apr 16th 2025 | £5,202 | £7,283 |
| Apr 16th 2025 - Jul 2nd 2025 | £6,086 | £8,521 |
| Jul 2nd 2025 - Sep 1st 2025 | £5,202 | £7,283 |
| Sep 1st 2025 - Nov 13th 2025 | £6,086 | £8,521 |
| Nov 13th 2025 - Dec 17th 2025 | £5,202 | £7,283 |
| Dec 17th 2025 - Jun 3rd 2026 | - | £11,296 |
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
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Wonderful home
Youssef the house manager was absolutely incredible
Fabulous and attentive staff; cook and cleaning
Wonderful home and grounds and pool.
- Wireless speaker for music would be great
- Hammam was not in working order and we were unaware prior to arrival -
Le service impeccable
Le jardin, maintenu parfaitement et les terrasses.
L’architecture/ conception de la maison, Beldi. C’est un très bel objet.
Évidemment Le service impeccable et la gestion assurée par Yousef, qui a été formidable, tout autant que la cuisinière la femme de chambre.
Mathilde nous a également beaucoup assisté.
Un grand merci à l’équipe!
Une rénovation légère devrait être à prévoir, notamment au niveau des boiseries extérieures, des sanitaires et des climatisations. L’état général de la maison reste bon cependant. -
Fantastic staff
Especially the staff was fantastic! Yousef is the best! Please let the owner know how happy we were with the staff!
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Villa Idrissi
Youssef le majordome est absolument incroyable : attentionné, prévenant , d’une grande gentillesse. Les cuisinières sont également très bien. Les repas sont tout simplement excellents . Nous étions tristes de quitter cette maison mais nous reviendrons.
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