Overview
Property
Riad, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4, sauna, 2 terraces, courtyard
Three minutes from the souks and five minutes from Essaouira’s beach and fishing port is Dar Rondé, a riad townhouse with rounded walls, Berber doorways, vibrantly coloured stone floors and fireplaces set deep in to soaring white walls. Designed by Maria Pergay, the house is spread over three floors with two large en-suite bedrooms, one kingsize, one twin, a private sauna and two secluded terraces (one in the middle, one on the roof). A garden of palms fills the tiled courtyard as you enter the house, circled by glass walls, there is an entertainment room with traditional beldi ceiling and a salon with long sofas and spacious dining area.
Private cook: On your first evening, house chef, Yusef will prepare a welcoming, complimentary tagine to restore you after your long journey here. Every morning, breakfast will be provided (included in the price) ranging from breads, omelettes and fruit salad to yoghurts and traditional Moroccan style delights.
Should you wish to dine-in on other days, Yusef will prepare meals for you at additional cost.
Dar Rondé - as featured on Good Morning, ITV, Sunday Telegraph; Home and Living, Concept for Living; Spring Issue, Red magazine and Living Abroad.
Top Traveller Review
Perfect property for a memorable family holiday.
About the Owner
Guestbook comments from the owner
Thanks for a lovely time at Dar Ronde, we really enjoyed ourselves.
We were really lucky with the weather, food great and how lovely is Kama!
Guestbook comments from the owner
Thanks for a lovely time at Dar Ronde, we really enjoyed ourselves.
We were really lucky with the weather, food great and how lovely is Kama!
26 Reviews
Excellent!
4.6/5 -
(26 traveller reviews)
Perfect property for a memorable family holiday.
Absolutely loved our one week stay in Dar Ronde. Comfortable and clean it's perfectly located for exploring Essaouira. Everyone we met was friendly and welcoming. Our house keeper was absolutely brilliant; we could not have hoped for a nicer host to prepare breakfast and help us get the most from our holiday including a memorable visit to a hammam for my wife and daughter. Highly recommended for families who want some Easter sun (it wasn't too windy during our stay), to explore different cultures and like a bit of adventure during their vacations. The horse riding at Ranch de Diabat was particularly cool.
Enjoy!
We had a great time at the Dar Ronde in the middle of the medina. We truly enjoyed Kamar, her stories, her support and her cooking. The children loved to visit the souk and once or twice we ended a tiring day in the hamman on the top floor. We've recommended your house to some friends already so maybe one day Kamar will welcome some of them.
Unwinding in comfort
We had such a relaxing stay in Abby's cool & welcoming house, escaping the English winter and finding warmth & sunshine in this fascinating town. The connections worked a treat and Kamar, the house keeper, was there to meet the taxi from the airport at the little gate to the Medina. Then we entered a different world, grateful that Kamar showed us the way through the maze of alleyways. It's amazing! Like stepping back 4 centuries with all the attendant sights, sounds and smells - hot baking bread among them. Opening the thick wooden door to the house leads at once into the contrasting calm, clean, comfortable and colourful heart of the home. A true haven the privacy of which we enjoyed enormously as a base to explore the historic town. Having Kabira making breakfast for us every morning was pure holiday indulgence and, yes, taking coffee or mint tea up to the roof terrace the start to another relaxing day. Writing about this makes me want to fly back immediately. Thank you Abby, Kamar and Kabira.
Brilliant time!
We had a delightful time in Dar Ronde. Kamar was a wonderful host - making sure all was fine and helping us with any directions, amenities and anything we suggested. Anna was also a lovely house keeper and made us breakfast on the terrace which was a treat. The house is beautifully designed to incorporate Moroccan features and very relaxing to be in. We also enjoyed the Medina and the seaside - very relaxing to stroll along the beaches, dip in the sea and consider camel rides ( we intend to do next time). The people of Essaouira were diverse, friendly and playful with their bargaining - one or two a little forceful but we gradually learnt there are no hard feelings and it is just good to exchange ideas about prices and possibilities. the bazaar is full of exotic clothes, food, spices and smells and the restaurants great. It is also peaceful to be in the Medina area without motor cars but just the odd scooter and cyclist. Finally Abby the owner was really welcoming and helpful.
Stunning medina riad
Uniquely Moroccan. Very attractive, spacious and clean. The staff running it are delightful. All I would ask for is improved heating during the coolest months. Even so I would recommend it whole heartedly
Great recreation for all of us
Nearly everything is sayed in the other reviews, we agree with. Even so Yusuf is no longer here, we were looked after in a very personal and attentiv way by Kamar and Abdulah, yet keeping the privacy this wonderful house offers. Occuring technical problems, which for shure are exceptionell, like a power breakdown have been solved immediately as well as a grating door we didn`t even take notice of. We can recommend the Dar Ronde for two grown ups with two almost grown up children (like in our case two girls 17 and 18) but can imagine that the place works very well for four people in other constellations.
Location
Activity and Interests
Essaouira is world renowned for its arts and Gnawa music. Its 200-year-old medina is a maze of arches and alleyways interspersed with piazzas and café-lined streets. Fruit, vegetables, meats, spices and fish fill the souks, while a vast range of little stores sell china, wood and antiques. Outside the city walls is a lively port where fresh fish is caught daily. The sea offers one of the world’s best spots for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Other activities include quad biking, camel rides, horse riding, sailing, bike hire.
Other Activities: Camel riding, kite surfing, 4x4 off roading, historic sites, lively fishing port, quad biking, trekking, artisanal shopping, hammam
Golf: Mogador Golf resort is a 10 minute taxi ride away. A Gary Player designed, 18 hole course with views over the Atlantic Ocean. Length of the course is 6558m par 72. See:
www.morocco4golf.com/Essaouira_Mogador_Golf_Resort.html
Prices and Availability
Rental rates
| Rental Period | Minimum Price | Additional Nights | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly * | Event Price | |||
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Standard Rate
14 Aug 2016 -
31 Dec 2017
2 night minimum stay
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£156
for 2 nights
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From
£78
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£495
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£1,480
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* Approximate monthly price. Actual pricing will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Additional pricing information
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
The rate is negotiable for stays longer than 2 weeks.
The price includes breakfast everyday, complimentary tagine on arrival and maid service everyday
PayPal, Cheque, Bank Transfer all accepted
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 12
- Available
- 12
- Unavailable
Facilities
Property Type
- house
Accommodation Type
- Bed & Breakfast
Theme
- Adventure
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
General
- Activities Guide
- Basic Soaps
- Bottled Water
- Fireplace
- Firewood
- Hair Dryer
- Internet
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internet
Kitchen
- 4 Ring Stove
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Freezer
- Grill
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hob ...
Dining
- Dining Area
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- Stereo
- Television
- Video Library ...
Pool / Spa
- Sauna ...
Onsite Services
- Daily Maid Service
- Private Chef
- Staff
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- wheelchair inaccessible
Location Type
- beach
- near the sea
- town
Attractions
- bay
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- ruins
Leisure Activities
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- horse riding
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- groceries
- hospital
- laundrette - serviced
- massage therapist
Sports & Adventure Activities
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- hiking
- mountain biking
- sailing
- bay fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- tennis
- wind-surfing
Floor Area
- 170 m²
Bathrooms
- Bathroom - Toilet
- Bathroom - Toilet
- Bathroom - Toilet
- Bathroom - Shower Enclosure
- Bathroom - Shower Enclosure
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
- Master Bedroom - 1 Large Double Bed, 1 Cot
- Twin Bedroom - 2 Single Bed
- 1 double, 1 twin both with en-suite bathrooms and separate loos.
Outside
- Beach Towels
- Terrace ...
- Golf ...
- Patio
- Terrace
- 4 garden chairs
Meals
- Self-catering
House Rules
- Max. occupancy: 4
- children welcome
- non smoking only
Notes:
- Smoking in outside areas only.