Dar Zemora

Paul and Lindsay Kentish's discreet boutique villa is a perfect retreat from the dust and hustle. Dar Zemora sits among 1.2 hectares (3 acres) of palms, roses, citrus trees, jasmine, and bougainvillea, and consists of a main five-bedroom house, a separate pavilion, and a 25m-long (82-ft.) heated outdoor pool. The bedrooms are finished in smooth earth-color tadelakt walls, hand-painted ceilings, bejmat flooring covered with large rugs, and traditional and modern furnishings. The two suites also come with a fireplace, four-poster bed, and private terrace. The pavilion -- a minihouse with two en suite bedrooms, two outside terraces, and a private swimming pool -- is perfect for two couples traveling together or for families, although they're not keen on accommodating tots due to the unsupervised pools.

What makes Dar Zemora special are the reception areas. Two large, indoor salons, where aperitifs are taken each night, have comfortable sofas, big armchairs, plenty of coffee-table books, and smooth background music. Both lead outside to the open-side Fan Room, with tall white, floaty drapes, colorful floor cushions, and Moroccan lanterns. There's also a cozy library with leather armchairs, a fireplace, and free Wi-Fi. A separate hammam and massage room, available to guests only, are located within the gardens. Concierge Youssef and his team are always on hand should you need something, and in-house cooks Jamila and Rachida work from a home-style kitchen serving decadent breakfasts and gourmet six-course international or Moroccan dinners; ingredients are regularly picked fresh from Dar Zemora's own herb, fruit, and vegetable garden. For those looking to book an entire riad for a special occasion, Dar Zemora is the perfect place.

Facilities:
Restaurant; hammam; pool; free Wi-Fi

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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