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Berber Lodge

Berber Lodge, Africa — Warm terracotta courtyard with olive tree, agave plants, and manicured shrubs casting soft shadows on clay ground.

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Nestled amongst centenary olive trees near the Village of Oumnas, Berber Lodge comprises nine individual lodges laid out in a Berber village feel.

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Just a twenty-minute drive to Marrakech and nearby Lake Takerkoust, this ideal location will lead you to discover the still unspoiled nature of the Moroccan countryside, between valleys and olive groves, ancient gardens, and traditional villages.

Berber Lodge, Africa — Rustic interior with woven pendant lights, terracotta walls, wooden counter, ceramic vessels, and wicker stool in minimalist earthen aesthetic.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Green wicker chairs beneath flowering tree canopy, water glasses on wooden table, dappled sunlight on stone terrace.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Herd of goats on ochre earth with mud-brick architecture and mountains under clouded sky.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Earthen-walled bedroom with exposed timber beams, vibrant striped textiles, woven pendant light, and traditional Berber furnishings.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Shaded olive grove courtyard with stone terrace, black metal chairs, and table beneath dappled golden light filtering through gnarled tree canopy.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Rectangular lap pool framed by mature olive trees, with turquoise water reflecting sky, lounge chairs, terracotta walls, and drought-resistant plantings.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Crème brûlée in white bowl on weathered green plate, caramelized sugar surface, ornate patterned textile backdrop, overhead view.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Earthy clay-walled bar interior with woven pendant lights, wooden bar stools, ceramic vessels, and rustic shelving in warm ochre tones.
Berber Lodge, Africa — intimate outdoor dining beneath olive trees with white linen tablecloth, green bistro chairs, candlelight, and manicured grounds at dusk.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Ochre-walled room with sheepskin chairs, brass candleholder, terracotta floors, and warm natural light through open wooden door.
Berber Lodge, Africa — hands holding fresh red peppers against linen fabric, warm natural light highlighting local produce and artisanal aesthetic
Berber Lodge, Africa — farmer harvesting melon in organic garden with forest backdrop, natural light, earthy tones, sustainable agriculture aesthetic
Berber Lodge, Africa — Terracotta mud-brick architecture with carved wooden doors, pampas grass, and minimalist desert courtyard in warm natural light.
Berber Lodge, Africa — Ochre-walled bedroom with exposed wooden beam ceiling, terracotta tile floors, cream upholstered daybed, and red textile room divider.

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The Details

What makes it Kobu

Traditional Berber building techniques — earth bricks, wooden beams of palm tree and eucalyptus, are tastefully combined with low essential country chic décor, rattan, vintage fabrics from Morocco and abroad, with tadelakt and marble bathrooms adding the requisite amount of luxury. The terra-cotta tiles were locally custom made in a neighbor village for Berber Lodge. The decoration is a mixed between local craftsmanship such as rattan furniture, local antics (bride’s chest) or pottery and a personal collection of 20th century design furniture found in Morocco or from Family.

The lodge is a love story between the owner and the village of Oumnass and it’s inhabitants. Romain Michel Meniere is a French-Swiss interior designer living in Morocco since 2002. He worked and participated in a number of projects such as Bab Ourika, Riad Mena And Beyond, Nomad Coffee and many other private projects. With his architect friends from Studio KO Karl Fournier and Olivier Marty and Landscape designer Arnaud Casaus, Romain opened his own place after having a great variety of experiences in hospitality and events industry. The goal was to discover the Berber culture, their customs, norms, craftsmanship and architecture.

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Directions

Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK)

30 min by car

The Destination

Africa

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From Marrakech to Cape Town, the African continent boasts a breadth of speeds and experiences for any type of traveller. Spectacular coastlines, nature and wildlife, meet traditional culture, craftsmanship and cuisine — all the ingredients of an unforgettable journey of a lifetime.

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