As you arrive by boat or helicopter, the sound of the waves on the beach, the birds and the palm trees instantly bathe you in a blanket of tranquillity. The atmosphere is magical and swiftly disconnects you from the working world and places you into the quietude of nature.
The main entrance to the villa is situated at the back; the architecture opens itself towards the front and out to the beach and blue beyond. Handmade terracotta tiles cover the steps and columns, and the roughly stripped timber roof over the front doors allows in dappled sunlight.
Situated in the heart of the home is the lounge, with a bar and teppanyaki style hob for occasions that require cooking alongside entertaining. A beautiful handcrafted dome with perfectly lined up clay bricks is the focal feature. All this reigning over a day bed, a perfect space for an afternoon nap.
The dining room that leads off this space also promotes a siesta air, with full height folding doors on both sides facing the sea and the tranquil courtyard.
The beautiful architecture leads us on to the four bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. Each room has a lounge seating area with Moroccan chairs, handmade rugs and side tables, while the bathrooms boast beautiful free-standing copper baths and mosaic outdoor showers.
Showering while looking out to sea is an experience not to be missed!
The inspiration behind the architecture and interior design of this five-star villa was Moroccan and East African... but the importance of the tranquility of the sea and white, sandy beaches,
was always remembered.
Pebbled steps lead us to the roof top which was inspired by a traditional Moroccan majlis. With canvas seats and awnings, this is the spot that allows 360 degree views of the breath-taking island of Benguerra. A magnificent setting for sundowners or watching the sun rise over the sea.
Features of the villa
Lounge with built in day-bed, bar area, dining room, guest WC, TV room with en-suite.
4 bedrooms all en-suite with built in cupboards.
Bedrooms are air conditioned.
Kitchen, scullery, laundry, large pantry, linen room and 3 store rooms.
Sala and rooftop seating area.
Rim flow pool.
Beach fire pit.
Yard with wash trough and garden storage cupboard.
Appliances include walk-in fridge, stand-alone fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer, industrial ice machine, gas braai, gas stove with extractor, wine cooler fridge, bar fridge and electric teppanyaki style hob.