Riyad Edward

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Riyad Edward is situated in the Zaouia quarter of the Medina, north of Marrakech's main square, the Djema el Fna. It is a large traditional house and is one of the principal Riyads in Zaouia, formerly the home of the Alaoui family, relatives of the country's ruling family. The Mosque of Sidi Bel Abbes and a charming square, easily accessible by car, taxi or even horse carriage, adjoin the property. The entrance to the house is by a typical Medina alley which contrasts strikingly with the interior of the house. A strong Moroccan influence runs throughout the property with stunning tile-work, carved cedar ceilings and doors, and various local artefacts and rugs scattered around the rooms.
The terraces and interiors have been lovingly and authentically restored from former neglect using tadillac (tadelakt), a marble type material unique to Morocco. A grand entrance leads into a pretty courtyard dominated by a tall cypress tree that was planted over 300 years ago. A swimming pool (7m x 3m, unheated) runs between the courtyards' central arches with a traditional Moroccan Hammam next to it. Traditional Moroccan doors open onto the courtyard from a large sitting room and dining room and the master bedroom and bathroom.
The first floor contains the remaining 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, sitting room and two large terraces. The Blue & Stripe bedrooms form part of the private Douriya Suite linked by a sitting room with spectacular ceilings and ensuite bathrooms. There are a number of fireplaces around the house.
The top floor terraces have magnificent views of the town, the Mosques and in winter the distant snow-capped Atlas Mountains. There are a further 3 rooms on these terraces.