Accommodation: The villa is extremely light thanks to its large windows which mainly overlook the sea.

There are 5 bedrooms of various sizes and contrasting designs. Most can accommodate an extra bed; four have a shower, one has a bath.

Location: 112 miles south of Agadir on the Atlantic coast, Mirleft offers a convenient stopping place on a tour of South West Morocco.

Services and other points to note: The owner, Sally, has a friendly small dog who sits on her corner of the vast living room settee and she prefers not to take children under 12 years of age. The accommodation has an open fire.

Meals: An excellent breakfast is included. Offerings include: home-made jams, a cooked English style breakfast, fruit salad, pancakes, real English tea, coffee and orange juice. Recommendations for evening meals are available at various eating houses in the village are offered.

Staff: Sally is an excellent host; she is great fun and very informative. She is supported by two delightful Moroccan staff.