Charming even from its origins, the legacy of extravagant artist Antonia Fiermonte – grandmother to owners Fouad-Giacomo and Antonia-Yasmina Filali – lives on here, in a quiet celebration of the cultural cornucopia that comprises Morocco. Seen most clearly when sitting down to dine, fresh farm-to-table cuisine takes on traditional Moroccan and Italian flavours, framed by a mesmeric panorama of patchwork green that cascades toward the shoreline. For a setting that centres on seclusion, Ocean Restaurant is the anomaly; between its open kitchen, inviting fireplace and sweeping sun-soaked terrace, there’s more than a glimmer of connection. A hub where cooking classes gladly share the secrets behind chef Antonio Gianfreda’s artistry, ingredients from the Andalusian Garden are elevated into regional delights. Though the true essence of community is found in a particularly noteworthy breakfast offering.

Over in the villages of Dchier and Mezgalef, newcomers are welcomed into family homes as old friends, starting the day in the company of those who know the Larache coast best. A feast for the senses, the most important meal of the day opens the door to the heart of a rich culture, remaining so to those that choose the village as the place to rest their head. Four stone houses show their ancestral colours, where guests can unwind amid vaulted ceilings, woven rugs and antique windows. Of course, suites scattered across the hillside have their own hints of character too. Cubist in style with contemporary interiors, expect to feel on top of the world and undisturbed, as a wall of glass reveals only a private pool and garden outside, with the glistening blue hues of the Atlantic Ocean beyond.