Riad Fawakay

Riad Fawakay (meaning "house of fruit" in Moroccan Arabic), is an elegant, traditional Moroccan heaven, within the ancient walled city of Marrakech

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Riad Fawakay is a typical 300 year old Moroccan riad, built around a sunny central courtyard.In the heart of the old city (medina), down the cool Derbs of traditional Marrakech, this is real Morocco, seemingly unchanged for generations.

It is located only a few short minutes walk from the main square (Djemaa El Fna) and very close to the Marrakech Museum and Medersa, within one of the oldest quarters (Ben Sallah). This magical riad is owned by British couple, Dawn and Francis Boys-Stones, who live permanently in Marrakech, with their three children, and are on hand every day for any queries or information. They are also always contactable by telephone, day and night.

Riad Fawakay is very central for bargain hunting in the souks and the many historical sights that the medina has to offer. There are many excellent restaurants offering traditional Moroccan as well as modern international cuisine within the medina walls.

With 3 championship golf courses within 15 minutes drive, day trips to the surrounding countryside or coast, horseriding, and waterparks available, Marrakech offers its visitor a diverse and perfect holiday for children and adults alike.

Riad Fawakay is rented out as an entire property, offering you the freedom of a home away from home.

There are 2 double bedrooms and one twin, sleeping up to 6 people, all are furnished in Moroccan style, airconditioned and have ensuite shower rooms off the bedrooms.

Two of the 3 bedrooms are located on the ground floor off the large sunny courtyard, which houses a fountain and 12” plunge pool (1m deep in the middle with integral seating, all around just perfect for sipping a cool glass of wine after a hard days shopping!?).

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Click to see the view of Bedroom 1
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Click to see the view of Bedroom 3

The Pool can be securely covered if required and there is a 6 inch “lip” surrounding it. Both flights of stairs are enclosed on both sides.

On the second floor is a grand salon with safety glass, open fireplace and a Juliet balcony with 41” ironwork wall.

Dining facilities can be found in the salon, or in the open-air gallery adjacent to the third bedroom.

The sunny terraces are well-planted, secure, with 42” tall walls and sunbeds, additional seating and a traditional Berber tent on one side (The owners had the walls on the terraces and in the house made taller than the norm during renovations specifically with children in mind).

There is also a shaded pergola here with dining facilities for 6 people and wonderful views of the Medina rooftops and mosques. The riad's owners would be delighted to make any restaurant reservations for you prior to your arrival, should you require.

Click for more information on: Marrakech Riads, Essaouira, Morocco Holidays, Fes, Medina Holidays. Better still give us a call on 0207 112 0019 or email morocco@fleewinter.com for free independent advice on the best places to stay.

Notes
1. Price guide at high/peak times for indicative purposes only – please contact us for a specific quote.
2. Prices quoted “per night” are usually for one room based on 2 people sharing and breakfast is also often included
3. Prices “per week” are for entire property on a self-catering basis.  Extra days are charged at 1/7 th of the weekly rate.
4. All properties are fully equipped, including bath towels and bed linen.
5. Whilst every effort is made to keep details up to date individual owners may make alterations and improvements as they see fit. Clients are advised to seek confirmation for specific aspects that are particularly important to them.
6. All bookings made with Fleewinter are fully bonded under a UK Government approved scheme managed by the Association of British Travel Organisers Trust.  Our ABTOT membership is 5133 and more info can be found at www.abtot.com or by calling (UK) 0845 4504 618.