Dar Bassou

From the moment you step into Dar Bassou, there’s an easy, welcoming warmth to its “beldi chic” style, textured stone walls, earthy tones, and sunlight spilling through tall glass doors. The spacious living room, centred around a modern fireplace, invites you to sink into its soft seating, while the open-plan kitchen and dining area call for long, sociable meals. A separate TV lounge offers a quieter retreat, perfect for a film or a book. Four serene suites, each with its own bathroom, create restful havens, with the upstairs room opening onto a private roof terrace and sweeping views of the grounds. Outside, life unfolds around the wide terrace shaded by a pergola, a natural gathering place with a dining table, lounge area, and barbecue. The heated pool glistens alongside sun loungers and a neatly kept garden dotted with olive trees and flowering borders. There’s even a pétanque court for late-afternoon games. All of this lies just ten minutes from Essaouira’s Medina and close to both golden beaches and the local golf course, a perfect balance of seclusion and connection. Please note that the kitchen is for staff usage only; guests are not allowed to cook or prepare any meal. Usage of the kitchen for nibbles (tea, coffee, sandwich, etc.) might be allowed prior to agreement with the owner/property manager. Features: Ground Floor - Large living room with fireplace - Dining area - Fully equipped, open plan kitchen - Separate TV lounge - Bedroom 1: 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also safe - Bedroom 2: 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with shower. WC in the bathroom - Bedroom 3: 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with shower. WC in the bathroom First Floor - Bedroom 4: 1 double bed 180 cm. Bathroom private, with shower. WC in the bathroom Exterior Grounds - 80 m² Terrace under a pergola - Large table for 10 to 12 people, outdoor lounge, barbecue and plancha - Private swimming pool (9 x 4m - depth: 0.9 to 1.5m) - Sun loungers - Gardens - Pétanque court - Roof terrace Additional Facilities - On-site parking for up to 4 vehicles - Cards and board games Location: Set in the peaceful village of Ghazoua, Dar Bassou enjoys a location that blends tranquillity with easy access to Essaouira’s charm. Within a short drive, you can wander the Medina’s maze of narrow lanes, browse vibrant souks, and enjoy fresh seafood at harbour-side cafés. The wide sandy beach is a haven for kite surfers, horse riders, and walkers, while Sidi Kaouki, just fifteen minutes away, offers a more rugged stretch of Atlantic coast. Nearby, you’ll find a championship golf course and traditional markets selling local produce, spices, and handmade crafts. Ghazoua itself has a slower, more rural pace, surrounded by argan and olive groves. This is a place where you can move effortlessly between the bustle of Essaouira and the calm of the countryside. Terms & Conditions: ? €500 charged to client’s credit card by the owner before/upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. 3 pm 11 am Yes, included in rental price. Yes, included in rental price. Not allowed. Your stay is facilitated by a discreet and attentive team, consisting of a housekeeper/cook and a caretaker/pool attendant/driver. They work from 9am to 5pm (excluding Sundays). The caretaker, a former cab driver, looks after the house and can take care of your errands or travel needs (on request and at extra charge). Please note that the kitchen is for staff usage only; guests are not allowed. A non-refundable 40% deposit is required to confirm a booking at this property (or full payment if booking within 12 weeks of departure). Flexible. Smoking & Vaping are not permitted. 4 nights. All other durations on request. Not available on this property. Not included in the rental price, extra cost starting from €10 per day + pre heating cost staring from €60, to be paid locally. Tourist Taxes are not included in the rental price and are to be paid locally in cash on arrival (the correct total per person per night will be sent to you after booking confirmation). Wi-Fi internet access included. Yes, included in rental price.