Tradition and modernity blend seamlessly in Eveline Donnez's quietly stylish dar (traditional house), where a thoughtful approach to luxury eschews glitzy frippery. There's a traditional hammam, a sun-lounger-speckled roof terrace, a secret courtyard with a generous plunge pool, and a lounge with open fire for winters with a glass of wine. The spacious rooms feature artworks and buffed tadelakt (waterproof plaster) bathrooms.

For friends, or a family travelling together, the riad's self-contained douiria (guest apartment) with its own lounging salon and terrace, is a suitably suave choice.


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