Villa Amareina

A PRIVATE ICON IN LA PALMERAIE

’Golden Triangle’ · Marrakech

There are some remarkable properties in Marrakech.

And then there are those that are part of the city’s history.

In the heart of the ”Golden Triangle of the Palmeraie”, this historic residence offers one of those experiences that have become almost impossible to find: that of a private home which has retained its soul, its intimacy and its authenticity, whilst preserving the memory of the artists and creators who shaped the legendary Marrakech of the 20th century.

Designed in the 1960s as a family home by the French interior designer Jacqueline Foissac and the Spanish painter Alejandro Reino, the property was born of a deeply personal vision of Marrakech: architecture inspired by the Moorish world, free in its expression, refined in its proportions and intimately linked to the Moroccan art of living.

It is this almost timeless quality that makes it so unique today.

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A HOME OF ARTISTS, A UNIQUE HISTORY

The main villa, covering approximately 600 m², is organised around a spacious central patio, the true heart of the residence.

Light floods through the spaces, highlighting the materials and enhancing a succession of volumes where high ceilings, arches, perspectives and remarkably balanced proportions interplay.

Here, luxury is never about ostentation.

It lies in the perfect balance.

Traditional zellige, tadelakt, painted joinery and Moroccan craftsmanship combine to create a highly cohesive aesthetic, whilst certain architectural elements bear witness to the ongoing dialogue between Marrakech and the Western artists who were its guests and admirers.

The property also bears the mark of the renowned designer Bill Willis, a key figure in the creative scene of Marrakech during that era.

His influence is particularly evident in a remarkable sculptural fireplace, certain arches in the garden and several architectural details that lend the residence an instantly recognisable character.

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THE ELEGANCE OF A PRIVATE RESIDENCE

The main house offers six en-suite bedrooms, designed in the spirit of a grand family home rather than that of a hotel.

On the upper floor, the master suite boasts its own private terrace, offering an intimate space suspended above the garden.

A traditional hammam completes this collection of spaces dedicated to well-being.

A separate guest house accommodates two further bedrooms, a lounge and an open-plan kitchen.

Several existing outbuildings also offer potential for development, allowing – subject to the project and the necessary planning permission – for a total capacity of around ten rooms.

The property as a whole, however, retains a distinctly residential scale, prioritising privacy, discretion and the quality of the experience.

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A 1.3-HECTARE ESTATE

The true magic of the property is revealed outdoors.

Spanning approximately 1.3 hectares, the garden is a landscape in its own right.

Majestic palm trees, centuries-old olive trees and remarkable mature trees form lush vegetation that gradually envelops the house and creates an exceptional sense of seclusion.

The garden is not merely a landscaped setting.

It is an integral part of the architecture.

The views, the shadows, the patios and the plants create a succession of atmospheres that change as the day progresses.

At the heart of this idyll lie a heated swimming pool and a pétanque court, evoking that relaxed yet sophisticated way of life which has always been the charm of Marrakech’s grand private residences.

Staff accommodation completes the property, along with a guest house.

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ABSOLUTE LUXURY: RARITY

In a Palmeraie that has now been profoundly transformed, grand historic residences that have retained their architecture, mature gardens and original identity have become exceptionally rare.

Some properties can be built.

Some can be restored.

But history cannot be built.

It is passed down.

This residence possesses precisely that quality which is difficult to define and impossible to replicate: a patina, a history and an atmosphere.

It belongs to that generation of houses which helped shape Marrakech’s international reputation as a destination for art, creativity and elegance.