We spent a week at this property over Christmas. There were ten of us (two families). The sun shone every day. We loved the villa. We too chose the Housekeeping option and the housekeeper, Fatiha and cook, Souhaid looked after us beautifully. The swimming pool was cold (not heated) but the jacuzzi was warm and a couple of times we ordered wood (that costs extra) and we had a hamam. We also played a lot of tennis. There are rackets and balls but they're not in great condition and we were glad we brought our own. We also had wood fires every night in the sitting room. The villa is in a very good location - about 10/15 mins from Essaourira. It was peaceful, comfortable and we had a wonderful holiday.

We have just returned from a wonderful week's stay at Riad Dharma. The house is beyond beautiful with lots of space and seating areas inside and out. It was built about 5 years ago so is in great structural condition. A few odd jobs need doing internally but nothing that impacts your enjoyment of the property. The pool is not heated but that didn't stop the kids spending the whole week in it, but the adults certainly would have liked it a little warmer. The grounds are really beautiful and well cared for. The bedrooms are spacious and all have en-suite shower rooms. There are no baths in this house. There is a wonderful outside eating area which is under cover, and a hot tub / jacuzzi which was very popular. Every room has a TV, air conditioning and storage. Downstairs are three double bedrooms + ensuites and upstairs are a further two doubles and two twin rooms + ensuites which are separated by two more single rooms, so upstairs is great for families who want to stay in adjoining rooms. There's also an indoor breakfast room with small guest kitchen and a large catering kitchen where the AWESOME staff cook up wonderful meals. We chose the Housekeeping option and the housekeeper, Fatiha and cook, Souhaid looked after us so beautifully. They helped us draw up shopping lists and even came shopping with us, so that we could give them all the ingredients for our chosen meals. We tried to eat Moroccan food as much as possible though they also made pizzas and lasagna for us. We cannot speak highly enough of the staff who were so friendly and helpful and, beyond even the wonderful house, they are the reason we will be returning to Riad Dharma. P.s. it helps if someone in your party can speak french but not essential.