VILLA COCO V I L A NC U L OS , MOZ A M BIQU E
There are countless blissful elements to Mozambique that make it one of the most desired destinations in Africa, to spend outlandish, adventurous family holidays beside the sea. The warm, tropical waters of the Indian Ocean and idyllic snorkelling, swimming, sailing and diving conditions. It’s a romantic, rugged pocket of paradise rooted in rich cultural diversity, with a history that makes it one of the most fascinating countries to explore. When the call comes for a seaside getaway, surrounded by coconut trees and paw-paw palms, with the whole clan, Vilanculos, ticks the barefoot, luxury checklist.
Simply
tropical
No more than a 10-minute drive from Vilanculos, overlooking the archipelago islands that scatter themselves around the eternal blanket of turquoise blue, Villa Coco settles on a beautiful stretch of beach and cushions itself into its tropical garden of lush green lawn, baobab, frangipani and cycad trees. Set on two levels, this fully exclusive villa, accommodates as many as ten of your most favourite people in its three gorgeous suites and an additional family bunk room. A lovely open plan living, dining and entertaining area sits at the helm of the hideaway, where large retractable doors slide away to allow the outside, in. Its spectacular view of the garden unravels all the way to the long, spacious deck, with its infinity swimming pool, almost spilling out onto the beach and into the ocean. A separate games room sits upstairs in the loft, for those moments of easy entertainment when the sun’s rays have gotten the better of your busy, bathing-suit bodies and windswept hair. A round of pool or darts, or perhaps a spot of bridge even, helps prepare the appetite for the delicious evening feasting that ensues.
The incredible, warm-hearted team of staff are there to ensure your vacation clock is ticking at the required pace, with a very little todo list. When you’re not active on the beach with the kite-surfers, swimmers and snorkellers, you’ll likely be lazing by the pool playing backgammon, or simply hanging out on the verandah, flipping through the villa’s bird book and identifying the plethora of species that flock to the garden. Purple crested louries, black head bull birds, woodland and brown-hooded kingfishers, African hoopoes and greyheaded bushshrike. Birders will be in bird paradise.
After that siesta and slow shower, scents of Chef Sergio’s menu will be occupying the open living spaces of the villa. As he cooks up a hearty traditional dinner for the family to enjoy on the patio, or on the swimming pool deck beside the beach. What’s not sourced from the vibrant and thriving vegetable gardens, will be sourced from local markets and fisheries, to suit every dietary requirement. Flame grilled wild Mozambican prawns and creamy crab linguini with dijon beef fillet and spatchcock chicken. Platters and platters of fruit, nuts and all things yummy. From that first morning brew at the swimming pool deck, watching the sunrise over the sea, to that lovely little picnic spot on the dunes as you salute the sun good night, Chef Sergio will cater to your every feasting need. Should you wish to be your own culinary kings and queens of your vacation, you can of course opt for this too. But you’re likely to be too busy out island hopping and boat cruising and surfing the endless tides. Or catching up on a juicy novel before exploring the town, perhaps. The activities are endless to keep you and your clan occupied.
A place like Villa Coco entices you to spend your time wisely, in the water, with your favourite people. Savouring those special moments of tropical seaside life, in the stillness and serenity of the beautiful Archipelago Islands.
A place like Villa Coco entices you to spend your time wisely, in the water, with your favourite people. Savouring those special moments of tropical seaside life, in the stillness and serenity of the beautiful Archipelago Islands.
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1 x bedroom (king, extra length) En-suite bathroom with bath & shower Aircon & ceiling fan Direct outside access 1 x bedroom (king, extra length) En-suite bathroom with shower Aircon & ceiling fan Direct outside access 1 x bedroom (king, extra length) En-suite bathroom with shower Aircon & ceiling fan Direct outside access 1 x bedroom (queen & double bunk can be added on request) En-suite bathroom with shower Aircon & ceiling fan Direct outside access All linen, beach & bath towels provided
Bluetooth speaker Ceiling fan WiFi Gas BBQ/Braai (built-in) Pool (no net) Outside shower
LIVING Dishwasher Stove (gas) Oven (gas) Fridge (large) Freezers (2 x chest freezers) Coffee plunger Toaster (4 slices) Microwave Washing machine Tumble dryer
THE NITTY GRITTY Hideaway Rules Smoking outside only No pets allowed Services Included Fully serviced daily, this includes laundry Private chef (guests to supply groceries) Houseman Garden and pool service Additional charge Fully catered can be offered at an additional charge per guest Check-in/Check-out Times Check-in 2 pm Check-out 10 am
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