Villa Lhotse

Villa Lhotse dominates the shores of Bin el Ouidane lake at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. The villa was co-designed by an architect and a reknowned garden designer. The house enjoys uninterrupted views of the lake and the Atlas Mountains. The surrounding landscape is stunning with the blue lake standing out from the red earth and green shades of flora.

Villa Lhotse is a private property of 7 hectares of land which have been fully landscaped and planted with olive trees. The grounds surrounding the property are in strking contrast to the modern comforts of a villa and the refined interior decoration.

Interior
– Large living room with open fireplace, stereo music, bar, open study room. Great views of the garden, lake and mountains
– Dining room opening onto the patio
– Cinema lounge with satellite and DVD library
– Library with mezzanine
– Open patio with dining table for al fresco lunch and dinner

Bedrooms
– 1 master double bedroom, bathroom (bathtub) and WC
– 1 large double bedroom, bathroom (shower) and WC
– 1 large double bedroom, bathroom (shower) and WC
– 1 small double bedroom, bathroom (shower) and WC
– 1 small double bedroom, bathroom (shower) and WC
– 1 “dormitory” for children or teenagers (up to 6 mattresses can be arranged), bathroom (showers)

Exterior
– Infinity pool (18m) next to a sun lounging terrace and a covered terrace, a few sun loungers, large lawn area with trampoline for the children
– Indoor terrace (patio) with dining table
– Lighted tennis court (clay)
– Petanque
– Path to lake shore
– Mountain bike trail around the property

Equipment
– The villa is not air conditioned. Underfloor heating and cooling system
– Movie projector with projection screen
– Trampoline
– Mountain bikes available
– Kayaks available
– Stand up paddle available
– Motor barge for excursions and picnics on the lake (gas not included)

House staff
8 people work in the house. Daily cleaning. An experienced cook prepares all meals.
Prices include full board for all occupants (10 adults – 6 children). Alcoholic beverages are not included but can be made available to guests on request.

Location
Bin el Ouidane is about three hours drive from Marrakech or Casablanca. The villages of Bin el Ouidane (by the dam) and Ouaouizerth are 10 minutes drive from the villa. The two closest larger cities where pharmacies and doctors can be found are Azilal (about 30 minutes drive) and Beni Mellal (about 1 hour drive). A pharmacy can also be found in Ouaouizerth.
Morocco’s most beautiful mountain scenery is visible from the house. Within 1 to 3 hours drive you will access outstanding mountain landscapes such as the Cathedral, Ait Bougmes valley…

Activities
The activities are numerous and varied: tennis, bowling, walks and excursions, boat trips, biking, fishing, water skiing, sailing, kayaking, swimming in the pool or in the lake below.

Dogs
A few dogs live permanently on the property. They are not allowed in the house.

Children

Baby cot
Child’s trampoline
Children welcome
Extra bed for child available on request
Highchair

Entertainment, well-being & sports

DVD library
DVD player
Hi-fi sound system
Internet access (dialup)
Outdoor swimming pool
Petanque area
Private pier for boat
Private tennis court
Projector screen
Trampoline
TV

Equipment, facilities, events

Bikes
Canoé / kayak
Motorboat
Sail boat

For your comfort and convenience

Central heating
Cinema room
Dining room
Fireplace in living room
Hair dryer
Large interior courtyard
Living room
Terraces

Kitchen & Appliances

Fully equipped kitchen

Outside

Barbecue
Direct access to the lake
Lounge area on the terrace
Outdoor dining areas
Parking
Pool lounge chairs
Terrace(s)
Vegetable garden