La Maisonette – Garden Suite

Escape the crowds of Marrakech and Fez, and come chill out overlooking the oasis of Todgha. La Maisonnette is perched cliffside on the largest oasis in the south of Morocco, with sweeping views of the fields, surrounding mountains and desert. It is a peaceful retreat for relaxation, long walks soaking up the local beauty, and can offer a wonderful introduction to the Berber culture and village life. The space THE SPACE: Surrounded by High Atlas Mountains and Djebel Sagho hills, our traditional rammed earth house was built in 1920. With a true passion for Berber culture and architecture, we restored our home with traditional methods and local materials, decorating each room with love and simplicity. Patrons to a back-to-basics form of tourism, and convinced that the heart of traveling is to understand our world and its people better, we treat our guests like family. Each of our 4 cozy rooms have private bathrooms en suite, access to the garden or terraces, and spectacular views of the oasis. Guests also enjoy the fresh local cuisine we cook, the warm child friendly environment, and the direct access to the oasis, fields, and local trekking. The Garden Suite consists of 1 double room and 1 triple room connected to each other through a shared door. Each room has a private bathroom en suite, with views of the garden, oasis and village. The decor is simple and unique, designed with comfort in mind, and exhibits personal treasures that have been collected from our years of travel and adventure. It is possible to book these 2 rooms together, as a group or family, for 90€/ night, or independently for 45€/night. We can accommodate from 1 to 3 people in each room. Add 20€/night for a third guest. If you need a baby bed, just ask!   Contact us for availability, special requests, or please consult our other listings, Garden View Chambre and Rooftop View Chambre. We have 4 rooms available for guests. We offer a 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more, as well as, weekly and monthly discounted rates. Please inquire for details. —————————— We also lovingly prepare delicious home cooked meals for 15€/pp (payable at home), which includes a salad (or soup), a main dish, and dessert. We can accommodate vegetarian, gluten free requests, and any allergy restrictions. Beer and wine is available at an additional cost.  -------------------- THE PLACE: The Todgha oasis, the largest in the south of Morocco, extends over 30 km from the gorges of the same name to the Sahara. The lush palmeraie is bordered by Berber villages whose mud houses, between pale yellow and ochre, blend into the surrounding mountain and desert landscape. The city of Tinghir is 15 km from the Todgha Gorges, and our home sits on a cliff overhanging the oasis, just in front of the city centre. Our neighborhood is called « Tidrine », which means « little house » in Berber. We enjoy a peaceful atmosphere in nature in the heart of Berber culture, only 1.5 km from the city centre and markets. You can reach the city center easily in just 15 minutes, walking through the lush oasis. Or by car, it is a 5 minute drive. If you do not have vehicle, there are plenty of collective and private taxis available for transport. Guest access THINGS TO DO IN THE SURROUNDING AREA: Hiking in the Todgha and Dadès gorges, bike or horseback riding, climbing, bivouac in the desert, camel ride, cooking class, introduction to weaving, discovery of local architecture and crafts, reading under a fig tree, or simply relaxing. BEST SEASONS In February, the almond trees are in bloom, the days are sunny, the evenings cool. In March and April, apricot, peach and pomegranate trees are in bloom, it is the season of beans and peas in the vegetable garden. The days are very sunny, the evenings mild. In May, do whatever you like. Strawberries appear on the market. June, July, August: it's hot, hot, hot but in the house it's cool. It's the season for naps, and nights under the stars on the terrace. At the market, figs, melons and watermelons are on display. September, October, November: the sweetness returns, we harvest dates, pomegranates and olives, in the evening we make a fire on the terrace. December, January: sunshine and clear skies during the day, in the evening a big sweater and good socks and you're done! During your stay We are happy to interact with our guests, offer advice about things to discover in the region, or share our perspectives of Berber culture and the place over a glass of tea (or wine) and conversation. We are available for any request, and will be respectful of your privacy and space. Other things to note RATE DETAILS Breakfast is included. If you wish, we will gladly prepare lunch or dinner for you. Let us know if you are vegetarian or allergic to certain ingredients. Meals (excluding drinks) payable on site. €15 per person €8 per child between 6 and 12 years old Free for children up to 5 years old sleeping in their parents' room RENTAL OF THE ENTIRE HOUSE With cook and/or housekeeper Discounted rate depending on the duration of your stay, contact us.