Fes holiday house: Fez Medina Morocco

Traditional Moroccan home, terrace views of UNESCO Medina, organic Moroccan food

Fes house rental - Central courtyard, looking into Moroccan Salon
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Description House, 180 m²,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, 4 Bathrooms
Facilities mountain, town, daily maid service, terrace, air-conditioning, internet access
Rates per room
Set rates in Euros
€66 - €86/night 
€450 - €550/week 
GBP Conversion - Estimated
£59 - £77/night 
£405 - £495/week 
Josephine Kwan
+212 (0)535-635854
+212 (0)676-286584
Speaks: English
Contact the Owner

Photos and Description of this Fes holiday house 3 double Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms- best suited for 7 adults, or to rent per room.

Approximately 300 years old, this dar (house), has been lovingly restored, with the sensitive addition of modern conveniences such as a fully equipped kitchen & four bathrooms including a bathtub. The original wrought iron balconies & windows have been preserved, as have the cedar woodwork throughout, and the great doors, with doors within the doors, stand proudly at the entrances to salons on the ground floor of the courtyard which is open to the sky, & covered during inclement weather. The zelige, or mosaic tiles, are features in every room. From the furnished terrace and viewing platform, a full panorama of the medina and mountains beyond is yours to enjoy, The terrace garden is enhanced by welcome seating, shade in summer, winter breakfasts, moon or lantern light for those romantic dinners. Breakfasts include fresh orange juice, typical Moroccan pancakes/crumpet/breads yoghurts & jams, all organic and fresh fruit. Fatima's dinners are better than ever...try her tasty home recipes
Fes house rental - Central courtyard to Salon-photo Andrew Bott

Central courtyard to Salon-photo Andrew Bott
Fes house rental - Breakfast at Dar el Hana -courtesy Andrew Bott

Breakfast at Dar el Hana -courtesy Andrew Bott
Fes house rental - Hibiscus room - courtesy Andrew Bott

Hibiscus room - courtesy Andrew Bott
Fes house rental - Hibiscus bathroom - courtesy Andrew Bott

Hibiscus bathroom - courtesy Andrew Bott
Fes house rental - Jacaranda Suite

Jacaranda Suite
Fes house rental - Jacaranda bathroom; photo courtesy John Stone

Jacaranda bathroom; photo courtesy John Stone
Fes house rental - Jacaranda Suite - looking out into sitting room

Jacaranda Suite - looking out into sitting room
Fes house rental - Acacia Twin bedroom, overlooking courtyard

Acacia Twin bedroom, overlooking courtyard
Fes house rental - Moroccan Salon - photo courtesy Andrew Bott

Moroccan Salon - photo courtesy Andrew Bott
Fes house rental - Terrace views

Terrace views
Fes house rental - shaded areas on terrace

shaded areas on terrace
Fes house rental - views down to Karouine Mosque, from the terrace

views down to Karouine Mosque, from the terrace

Location: Fes in Morocco

Nearest Airport: Fes Sais at 20 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry: Tangier at 200 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Fes Train station at 7 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: signs to AncienMedinaMerinides Hotel/Sofitel Hotel at 1 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 130.0 Kilometres
Car: not necessary
Dar El Hana is situated deep in the ancient medina, just off main street Talaa K'Bira at landmark BESTPHONE sign, it is easily found, & is a short walk to all parts of the medina, all areas approximately 10 mins walking away: DOWN to Rcif & the Karouine Mosque, Attarine Medersa and Tanneries, or UP through food markets, past Medersa Bouanaia and Cafe Clock, to Bab Boujloud. Secure car parking and inexpensive 24hr guardian is available 5 mins away, at Ain Azliten, turn off the ring road which surrounds the medina & the Ancient walls of the city at Borj Nord, down the hill from Merenids Hotel, and the boys at the carpark know Dar El Hana. In all directions, souks are to be discovered, mint tea sipped, & engage with the locals for your best experience! Fresh, organic breakfasts are served daily...local store 1min, food markets 5 or 10mins away. Staff provide maps, pointing out landmarks to find your way HOME, and recommend good places for lunch and dinners; or ask for Fatima's cooking

Availability for this holiday house rental in Fes, Morocco

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Changeover Day: negotiable
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Rental Rates for this holiday house in Fes, Morocco

Rental Basis:
per room
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend
Night		 Minimum Stay
2009 normal rates 01 October 2009 - 22 December 2009 €450 €66 €66 2 Nights
Christmas/New Year 09/10 23 December 2009 - 06 January 2010 €550 €86 €86 2 Nights
07 January 2010 - 03 June 2010 €450 €66 €66 2 Nights

Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (Euros), before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.

Additional information about rental rates

  • The Guesthouse is available for rental of 1, 2 or 3 rooms....Hibiscus and Acacia rooms begin at 66 Euro before taxes. ..which are 3 Euro per person per night, that is 72 Euro for 2 persons. Jacaranda Suite and Hibiscus room have accommodation for a 3rd person for which there is an additional charge of 23 Euro. Negotiation of prices may be possible for the booking of the entire house, or for stays of a week or more; and during a Low season. 50% of the total accommodation cost will be requested as deposit, by arrangement with owner, and a cancellation policy is in place. ..contact Josephine, the owner
  • Breakfasts are included in the price.....guests have commented on the quality, variety and freshness of our breakfast, served by our staff, on Patio or terrace..weather permitting: freshly squeezed orange juice , together with Moroccan breads, some homemade, fresh fruit and local produce.... all organic. Special diets are catered for..please let us know in advance if possible. Tourist information will be provided and Guides for the Medina, or drivers and Guides for day trips out of Fes to Volubilis or Cedar Forests etc are all available, as well as shopping and local interest information...and maps.

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday house rental in Fes, Morocco

Property Type:
  • house (terraced)
Accommodation Type:
  • hotel
  • guest house
  • catered
  • bed & breakfast
Floor Area:
  • 180 m²
Location Type:
  • mountain
  • town
Theme:
  • tourist attractions
  • historic
General:
  • activities guide
  • safe
  • massage
  • private chef
  • concierge
  • local restaurant guide
  • shampoo
  • soap
  • staff
  • air-conditioning
  • towels provided
  • hair dryer
  • local maps
  • toilet paper
  • sunbed
  • paper towels
  • bottled water
  • local activities guide
  • telephone
  • linen provided
  • daily maid service
Kitchen:
  • coffee grinder
  • oven
  • fridge
  • stove top burners
  • clothes dryer
  • blender
  • mini-fridge
  • cooking utensils
  • washing machine
  • 4 ring stove
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • freezer
  • spices
  • grill
Living Room:
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 10 people
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 9 people
Bathrooms:
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Jacaranda - Shower Enclosure, Toilet, Private - hot and cold water
    Hibiscus - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Private - hot and cold water
    Acacia - Bath with Shower, Toilet, Private - hot and cold water
    Terrace - Outdoor Shower, Private - hot and cold water
    Bathroom 5 - Shower Enclosure, Toilet, Private - hot and cold water
Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 8 people
  • Jacaranda Suite - 1 Cot, 1 Large Double Bed, 1 Single Bed, Two rooms separated by archway
    Acacia - 2 Single Bed, extra length beds
    Hibiscus - 1 Large Double Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Cot
Entertainment:
  • stereo system
  • music library
  • radio
  • books
  • games - all ages
  • books - fiction/non-fiction
  • CD
  • DVD
  • game room
Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband
  • computer available
Outside:
  • patio
  • parking
  • barbecue
  • terrace
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 2 deck chairs
Suitability:
  • not suitable for elderly or infirm
  • long term rentals available
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • pets not allowed
Local Activities:
  • horse riding
  • walking
  • mountaineering
  • golf
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper included
Onsite Equipment:
  • deck chairs
Attractions:
  • eco tourism
  • groceries
  • library
  • caves
  • ATM/bank
  • laundrette - serviced
Leisure Activities:
  • caving
  • hiking
  • sight seeing
  • bird watching
  • mountain climbing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • waterfalls
  • ruins
  • winery tours
  • scenic drives
  • restaurants
Nearby Activities:
  • golf pass optional
Nearby Services:
  • medical services
  • massage therapist
Notes: Children of a reasonable age are welcome with parental supervision due to internal steps and balconies. Please let me know if waterproofing is required, as all mattresses are new and of the highest quality. A reasonable level of fitness is required for the steps to access the 180 Sq Metres which is over three levels....this applies also for the Medina, as all touring is on foot...and the incline can be taxing....go slowly and enjoy! As babies and some young children tend to cry during the night, we suggest your family take the entire house to feel comfortable about not disturbing other guests. WE do have a cot available upon request. Special diets and vegetarians are catered for..advance notice allows us to be prepared. The maid, Fatima, will prepare authentic Moroccan cuisine, if requested the day before at very reasonable rates. A selection of quality Moroccan wines will be available for your choice as well as beers, mixers and mini-bar items. Smoking is permitted on terrace.

Further details for this holiday house rental in Fes, Morocco

Cooking lessons- Moroccan home cooking, on-site: Fatima and her sister, Rajae, will give Moroccan home cooking lessons for guests, if requested, in our kitchen, including an informative trip to the markets of Fes, meat, vegetables and spices and preparation of a meal of your choice. You may wish to include sufficient ingredients for your whole party to share. ...and finish your day with a meal of your creation served on terrace or Patio by Ben Jebara. Talk over the Local Hamam experience with Josephine....go ahead...Surrender!!! OR go to the New Town for a couple or single Hammam, massage or best facial ever at Yuba-Cyn-Spa. Moulay Yacoub for thermal spring baths and excellent massage

Fes Festival of Sacred Music June 6th to June 14th: Annual Fes Festival is of world acclaim. Artists from all parts of the world are invited to perform each evening in the fabulous open air venue surrounded by the ancient walls....the last performance planned to coincide with full moon over the stage! Afternoon concerts are held under the great tree in Batha Museum garden, and late-at-night..sufi nights are held in Dar Tazi, yet another stunning venue. A spiritual experience...Fes is fully booked for this time, so book early......BOOK NOW World Sacred Music Festival Provisional Programme outline is available : see below

Sufi Festival is now held in April - fantastic!: Programme for June 2010 not available as yet. www.fesfestival.com Friday 6 June Jessye Norman (USA) with the Orchestre Lyrique Régional Avignon, Provence (France), directed by Racael Worby Saturday 7 June morning Songs of the Christian Churches of the East Ghada Shbéïr (Lebanon) (BBC World Music Award 2007) Saturday 7 June evening Night of Sacred Afro-American and Sufi Songs Spirituals/Hymns/Qawwali/Gospel (Pakistan/USA) Faiz Ali Faiz Ensemble and Bernice Johnson Reagon and the Sacred Sound Ensemble Sunday 8 June morning Sacred Songs of the Lapps from Northern Scandinavia Mari Boine (Norway) Sunday 8 June evening Peace Songs Joan Baez (USA) (to be confirmed) Monday 9 June morning Traditional Sacred Songs Huong Thanh (Vietnam) Monday 9 June evening (in the Merenides Quarry) Dibujos Flamenco Dance Creation Belen Maya (Spain) Tuesday 10 June morning Jesus Meine Freunde (JS Bach) Ensemble Cantus Cölln (Germany)

Other Activities: step back into medieval times, respond to cries of Balak! to avoid donkeys, mules carts, appreciate centuries old architecture and hand craftsmanship.

Reviews for this holiday house rental in Fes, Morocco

Rating
5 out of 5

Dar El Hana was a memorable holiday!

Bill and Anne Melbourne, Australia
Review Submitted: August 16, 2008 Date of Stay: January 2007
We stayed at Dar El Hana with our family - we were a party of 7 and occupied the entire house. We were there in January yet it was sunny and warm during the day. It was a most memorable holiday.

Josephine is a wonderful host and Dar El Hana is like something out of Vogue magazine yet located in the heart of the Fez medina. The house is a traditional Moroccan Dar replete with character and history. It is built in a square with 4 levels and a light well through the centre to the sky. It is full of beautiful Moroccan antiques, luxurious furnishings and high quality bedding and linen. Every bedroom has its own bathroom. It was like returning to an oasis after a day exploring the sights of the bustling medina.

We were offered Moroccan tea on the rooftop terrace soon after we arrived and Josephine's cook prepared a Moroccan chicken lunch for us on another day. She also organised a beautiful dinner for us at a traditional Fez restaurant set in a house nearby (and supplied us with a guide to find it!). Breakfasts were wonderful, prepared by Josephine and her cook. We were also free to cook for ourselves.

Josephine gave us lots of tips on where to go and what to see whenever we asked - but left us to ourselves to relax and absorb this amazing city. It made such a difference to our experience to be able to speak to an Australian who is a resident of Fez and ask her questions about what we saw during the day.

We have recommended Dar El Hana to many of our friends who have had the same wonderful experience. I could not imagine a better way to enjoy (and understand!) Fez than to stay at Dar El Hana.
Owner's Response: Thankyou for your comments, and for the many guests you have sent our way...I believe the house lends itself to families, or friends enjoying the entire house and terrace.
Though it must also be said that many lasting friendships have been made while sharing accommodation here. As there are many steps and no lifts, it could be tiring and difficult for the disabled.
All staff at Dar El Hana are committed to making your stay in Fez a memorable one.....
Address enquiries to Josephine
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 4/4
Rating
5 out of 5

Review of Dar El Hana, a winter break.

holiday mates Northampton, England
Review Submitted: October 14, 2008 Date of Stay: February 2008
What an amazing experience Josephine and friends provided.We were met at the Airport and transported to the house, even stopping at the bank on the way. Our taxidriver guided us to the house, for which we were grateful, as it was a secret hideaway. The house was a wonderful discovery, beautifully decorated and equiped, the roof terrace was great for it's views as well as a gathering place, even in February. The birds flying overhead at dawn are worth seeing.
The guided walking tour of the old town and the taxi tour around the rest of Fez was really worth doing, it really helped when we were out on our own.
We would recommend eating at least one of Fatimah's delicious meals. Both the recommended restaurants were good, the guided walk to one of them was a unique experience.
Josephine was a thoughtful hostess whose recommendations and ideas made our visit very special.
I would not hesitate to recommend this propery to a friend.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 3/3
Rating
5 out of 5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

HRGuestBook65313 HR GuestBook
Review Submitted: December 6, 2007 Date of Stay: December 2007
Walk out into the odiferous streets, past the camel's head on the butcher's stall; avoid being trampled by mules and donkeys; make good your escape from the wheedling salesman; after these attempts you breathe a sigh of relief having located once again 'Dar El Hana' where, in this tranquil environment it is possible to recharge the battery, then go out and experience the excitement all over again! RMcK
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