This Family Riad For Sale Marrakech is a real bargain at just 1.75m dirhams (E164K £138K). It is a titled 170m2 property with good access. It needs a refresh, as you can see in the photos, yet it’s in a very good nick. Five bedrooms (4 of which are en suites), a lovely pool, a spacious and bright patio courtyard with mature fruit trees, kitchen and dining room and terraces with great views of the Medina and the Atlas Mountains beyond. A great investment!
The entrance, which is in it’s own gated and covered derb, leads into the big, airy patio courtyard with the pool and the shady trees. The flooring here is in traditional bijmat tiling. Around the courtyard are set the kitchen and dining room, a visitors loo, a summer sitting area and one en suite bedroom. There is lots of space and light.
On the first floor you will find 3 en suite bedrooms (one of which has an adjacent dressing room) and one bedroom with a separate loo and shower. All the rooms look into the courtyard. The finishing in the bedrooms and en suites is in Tadalakt. The house is sold unfurnished – although there are some tables and chairs that are included.
The terrace of this lovely Family Riad For Sale Marrakech boasts wonderful views over the Medina roofscape and the Atlas Mountains beyond. There’s a basic summer kitchen installed for your barbecues.
The Riad was renovated a few years back and is in generally very good condition. It’s a fabulous investment opportunity as a family Riad. And it has great potential as a rental property. So call me now on 00212658025028 or mail colin@BosworthPropertyMarrakech.com to arrange a viewing.
The pool is big and has new pumps and filters. It was a bit of a mess today when I visited yet just needs a clean.
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With a light renovation you could get five en suite rooms and a decent sized pool into this titled Riad with a footprint of 202m2. It’s just 150m from the main Dar El Bacha street and in THE most fashionable Derb. It’s surrounded by boutique guesthouses and up-market private residences. It’s close to all the major attractions and just 5 minutes walk from Jemaa El Fna.
My visit to the UN Climate Change Conference being held in Marrakech right now was not quite what I expected. I expected COP22 Marrakech to be a vast hybrid event with impeccable organisation and a real feel-good atmosphere – and it was. What surprised me was the presence and active participation of hundreds, if not thousands, of young Moroccans.
School children examine a new generation of vehicles
Schools had obviously laid on day trips to the event. The children were avid consumers of the new technology on show. And they also showed keen interest in the more social aspects of environmental change. Not For Profit stands were dealing with the youngster’s questions and explaining the importance of quality environments for them and for their families.
Here a Moroccan NGO fields questions from local school children
I came across people from all over the world – either animating a stand or just visiting. And the heady mix of nationalities and ages was quite intoxicating. It’s true that Morocco still has a long way to go before it catches up with the Nordic reality of clean streets and clean air. Yet the recent ban on plastic bags is being well applied and the massive Nour solar plant near Ouzarzate is already online. The Government seems determined to make Morocco a leader in Africa when it comes to environmental progress. And the presence of so many young people today was heartening.
A view of one of the exhibition halls just outside Marrakech MedinaA Christian monk in full robes enjoys the Marrakech sunshine on a break from his conference work
As I wandered around the sprawling exhibition halls a thought struck me. It wasn’t the big, expensive stands run by multi-national corporations or governments that were attracting attention. It was the smaller and much more modest Not For Profit groups that had the most visitors. There were some astonishing audio-visual displays which were totally empty, while little hand-made stands were buzzing with people networking and chatting.
Here a government sponsored stand is practically deserted …While here a more informal NGO stand is buzzing
The organisation of the event has been top class, it’s fair to say. Many exhibition halls are open to the general public free of charge. There are restaurants and facilites in abundance. Public transport is plentiful … as are the carparks and bus parks. Security is very visible as you approach the event and yet once inside there isn’t a uniform in sight. COP22 Marrakech is a clear marker of Morocco’s capacity to organise large scale events to the highest international standards.
Another delegation arrives at COP22 Marrakech
The weather has come to the party too. It rained one day last week, yet otherwise we have enjoyed blue skies and temperatures in the mid twenties centigrade for the duration. As a member of the Congolese delegation told me – “COP22 has been much better organised than COP21 in Paris … and we’ve got amazing weather too!”
The Congolese delegation poses for the press in the public exhibition hall
I had a great time at COP22 Marrakech. To see the youth getting interested was new for me in Morocco. And it’s very refreshing, as the older generation are very stuck in their ways and very unaware of the challenges facing Morocco and Marrakech on an environmental level. Hopefully, the young ones will show them the way.
Some powerful graffiti on a stand at COP22 Marrakech
Marrakech activities are exciting and varied. Marrakech is a stunning city in it’s own right. The ancient Medina throbs to a Mediaeval beat and the souks hypnotise with their sensuality and exoticism. The new town is overflowing with restaurants and night spots that would be appreciated anywhere in the world. Perhaps less well known is that the area immediately around Marrakech is jam packed with fun things to do for all the family. As befits a world-class holiday destination, the area provides top quality days out … with a particularly Moroccan twist!
Riding a camel through the Palmeraie at sunset is an unforgettable experience
Get the hump on a Camel Ride in the Palmeraie, just a few minutes from the city centre! The Palmeraie is the oasis that lies just to the South East of the Medina and it’s a vast area of date palms and semi desert. There are a good few camel herders who offer rides on their impressive beasts. Most hotels and guesthouses have their favourite herder and taxi drivers will be happy to take you to their “brother” who has camels. Personally I only take short tours as it’s not the most comfortable way to travel. Yet it’s a must do on your stay in Marrakech.
Jet ski on the Lalla Takerkouste lake – fantastic scenery
Check out Jet Atlas for your Jet Ski rentals on Lalla Takerkoust Lake, just 20 miles South of the Medina. They have good equipment and are highly rated. The lake is huge and there is some amazing scenery. It’s a fun activity during the warmer seasons and spectacular in Spring with the snow on the nearby Atlas Mountains.
Cycling is increasingly popular with families and sporty folk alike, and it’s easy to see why. The terrain is varied and suits all levels. By far the best company to go with is Argan Sports. This family run concern offers everything from City tours to High Atlas off-roading and everything in between. They speak English and their equipment is top of the range. They can provide guides and are very knowledgeable of the area.
You can also now use ride and drop bicycles in Marrakech city. Some are provided by the local authorities and some are provided by the excellent Pikala Bikes not for profit organisation. Pikala contributes significantly to the local population through their workshops and training, so give them a go in the city.
Quads in the semi desert around Marrakech
There are many ways to get your dose of adrenaline by quadding in the Marrakech area. There are companies offering Palmeraie tours and many hotels have their dedicated fleets. For me though, it’s got to be out in the Agafay Desert only 20 miles from the Medina. It’s a surreal landscape and perfectly suited to Quads and Buggies. Quads Marrakech is a French run company specialised in the Agafay Desert. They can also organise multi day Raids into the Atlas Mountains for the more adventurous.
Dawn take-off over Agafay Desert
Ciel d’Afrique proposes incredible hot air ballooning in the Marrakech area. The company has been running here for more than 25 years and has a 100% safety record. And what a way to experience the Marrakech area! Dawn flights are truly spectacular and will make your visit to Marrakech an unforgettable one. They even do champagne flights! Friends have done this and absolutely loved it. However, now that vertigo is a part of my life I’ll leave this one to you.
This is just a little introduction to some of the incredible Marrakech activities on offer. There really is something for everyone. And the possibilities keep developing. Horse riding, water parks, guided nature walks, scooter hire, art galleries … the list of things to do in Marrakech is truly impressive. So whether you’re here for a short break or you live in this beautiful location you will never be short of fun things to do.
Successful British managed Running Guesthouse Riad For Sale Marrakech. 5 en suites. Lovely patio with a big pool. Amazing views from the high terraces. 180m2 of titled Riad could be yours for just 3.2m dirhams (E299K £266K).
Located in a quiet Derb in an authentic quarter of Marrakech Medina, this charming property has everything to make your guests feel at home. On the ground floor, the entrance hall leads into the spacious patio with it’s big plunge pool. Around the patio you will find a shady sitting area, the kitchen and 3 en suite bedrooms.
The harmonic patio courtyard seen from the terrace
On the first floor are 2 further en suite bedrooms and good public spaces around the coursives. On the second floor are two terraces – the high terrace has panoramic views all over the Medina, including an adjacent palm-filled park and the High Atlas Mountains beyond.
This running Guesthouse Riad For Sale Marrakech has an annual turnover of more than E60K, so it’s a very decent proposition for someone who wants to get their foot in the door in the Riad business in this thriving tourist location.
One of the bedrooms on the first floor
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A colonnaded internal facade seen from the patio courtyard
Drinking in Marrakech Medina is one of the great pleasures of visiting or living here. It runs contrary to accepted wisdom about life in a predominately Muslim society and surprises by the tolerance and openness shown by authorities and local inhabitants alike. In this blog I’ll look at the sale of alcohol in the supermarkets and specialist shops, as well as my favourite Medina hangouts. I’ll also take a brief glance at the local hooch – Mehia.
While there are no supermarkets selling alcohol within the Medina itself, there are a couple of strategically placed shops just outside the walls of the Old City. There are Carrefour and Champion supermarkets with an array of beers, wines and spirits within walking distance of Jemaa El Fna. Within a short taxi ride of the Medina you will find two big Carrefours with well stocked Caves – one in the new Menara Mall complex on Avenue Mohammed VI and the other at the Al Mazar Mall near the Agdal Gardens. The Atacadao Hypermarket on the Fez Road (previously known as Metro) is a great place to stock up as they do wholesale rates if you buy in quantity. In Gueliz there are a number of local shops where you can get your drinks – notably on the Avenue Mohammed V and in the Marche Central. During Ramadan, only a few outlets are open and only to non Muslims. You will need to take your passport along if you want to buy alcohol during the Holy month.
There is a big supermarket with a good selection of beers, wines and spirits in the Carre Eden Mall, Gueliz
Within the Medina there are numerous cool places to go for a drink. My local is Cafe Arabe in Mouassine, right opposite the Secret Garden. https://www.cafearabe.com/en/ It’s got a great terrace, best experienced at sunset, and the food is OK too. Another great sunset terrace is at KosyBar on the Place des Ferblantiers. http://www.kosybar.com/index_en.htm – I’m not enamoured of the food yet to sip a cold drink as the sun goes down behind the Kotoubia is a real spectacle. Just 100 yards away is the Tanjia – it too has good views and the occasional belly dancer.
The wonderful view from the KosyBar terrace in the Place des Ferblantiers
Around Jemaa El Fna square are a number of drinking spots. If you go the Marrakchi Restaurant, next to the Cafe de France – be sure to book a window table. There are fabulous views of the Kessabine end of the square. http://www.lemarrakchi.com/ – Just up the Rue des Banques from there is the newly refurbished Salama Restaurant. It’s got decent views and runs a happy hour. It’s run by the same people as the Tanjia. Possibly the oldest drinking spot in the Medina is the Tazi Hotel at the end of the Rue des Princes a couple of hundred yards from Jemaa El Fna. The atmosphere is one of decadent 1950’s Marrakech and the place has seen better days. It’s fun though.
I used to enjoy a drink in the Nomad Restaurant and Le Jardin Restaurant. They have recently had their alcohol licences revoked for an as yet undisclosed reason. Hopefully they’ll soon get them back. The Nomad on the Place des Epices has a particularly cool roof terrace and it would be great to be able to drop round for a drink again.
Looking forward to going back to Nomad for a cold beer
While all these, and other, restaurants sell good quality beers, wines and spirits (and the Moroccan wine and beer is surprisingly good), the local hooch known as Mehia (Mahia, Majia) can be a seriously dangerous road to travel. As it is technically illegal it’s production tends to escape normal quality controls. It is best avoided in anything but the smallest quantities. It is usually distilled from dates or figs, although other sugary fruit is sometimes employed. Personally I stay away from it.
In conclusion I would say that drinking alcohol in Marrakech Medina is generally a very pleasant experience. Whether it’s sat on the terrace of your Riad or in one of the numerous restaurants around the Old City, having a cool sundowner away from the hustle and bustle of the streets is a most relaxing pursuit. Try the Casablanca Beer. Have a sip of a great Moroccan red wine. Slurp on a cold Gin and Tonic or a minty Mojito. And enjoy everything that this marvellous city has to offer you.
The terrace of this lovely Family Riad For Sale Marrakech boasts wonderful views over the Medina roofscape and the Atlas Mountains beyond. There’s a basic summer kitchen installed for your barbecues.
The Riad was renovated a few years back and is in generally very good condition. It’s a fabulous investment opportunity as a family Riad. And it has great potential as a rental property. So call me now on 00212658025028 or mail colin@BosworthPropertyMarrakech.com to arrange a viewing. 
