Paradise Tranquil We spent 3 days at the Villa last week and had the most relaxing vacation in a long time. The host is amazingly helpful with tips on what to do (especially with two teens in tow) and where to go. She gave us contacts for boat rides, cab, food etc and it all worked out perfectly. The housekeeper is super efficient and super chirpy, cooking up the most delicious meals if given enough lead time to prepare. The ingredients are always sourced fresh from the market and she keeps the house extremely tidy and well stocked with essentials. The location is perfect at the road's end, tucked away from the crowds, with the french windows of the rooms on one the main side overlooking a little tropical garden and then the river. What better way to wake up than watching the river flow by while still in your bed! And the best part is the long verandah with relaxed seating for endless evenings watching birds and river life. It is a short walk from the beach. We spent a lovely morning boating on the river and another exploring an old fort called Cabo de Rama. The views from atop are breathtakingly beautiful. We shall surely return again. And again. And again since we are a car's drive away fro this hidden piece of paradise.

So, it's been a year exactly since we stayed at Riverview Villa in $ Rajbag for 2 glorious weeks, but I felt compelled to write this so long after our trip, as the memories of the holiday are still deeply imprinted on our minds, so lovely was the place. Chim the owner met us when we arrived in the middle of the night - she was really welcoming and full of lots of interesting info. The villa itself is so homely. It's not decadent luxury - just really comfortable. As soon as we arrived, we felt completely at home - it has a real relaxed vibe. There were three of us in the villa; myself, my partner and my mum and the space was perfectly adequate for us not to feel on top of each other. The villa is spotlessly clean and great touches such as large barrels of fresh drinking water in the kitchen make the villa so comfortable to live in. The villa is a 10 minute walk through the grounds of the Lalit Hotel to the beautiful quiet beach at Rajbag. While we were there, we almost had the beach to ourselves, so its a great place to relax. We avoided the beach bar (which is attached to the hotel) though as it is extremely overpriced - which is a shame as it would be a nice place to sit and have a cocktail. Patnem is only a 5 min tuktuk ride away for much more reasonably priced cocktails on the beach though... or you can even walk there along the beach at low tide. We enjoyed having dinner in Rajbag one night, or riding out to Patnem the next and Palolem the next etc, so convenient is the villas location. The location of the villa next to the large river is beautiful. The gazebo is a real highlight of spending time at the Villa. Its is one of the most calming places we have ever been to. You can literally spend hours watching the wildlife and fishing activity on the river, while catching the lovely cool breeze that comes of it. Heavenly. This would all be enough to make your holiday memorable, but what sets this villa apart from everywhere else is the staff! Nafisa and Nilima were absolutely amazing in keeping the villa and its garden spotless. They couldnt have been more courteous, friendly and helpful. They arrived every morning at 9am-1pm and helped us book taxis, did our laundry and did our shopping everyday for us to ensure we were fully stocked up with beer and G&T! They were never intrusive. We really enjoyed trying Nafisa's delicious cooking. It was great to try some different Indian breakfasts and she even cooked a couple of evening meals for us on request - which were both lovely. We were truly sad to say goodbye at the end of our holiday. We have been to different parts of Goa, staying in different kinds of accommodation but this villa, the location, the friendly staff and that gazebo on the river make this the best place we have ever stayed - bar none! Aaah that gazebo though!

a Home away from home. We've traveled with two girls to Goa for the first time and the place was just perfect. Its in Rajbag at the end of Tarir with an amazing view of the river. it takes few minutes by tooktook (100 rp) to get to patnem/colomb beach. get friendly with one of the drivers and just call him every time you need a ride, ours, Annand was part of the family. and on the rare times he didn't answer, a minute walk down the road and you can get a taxi. The house is just as in the pictures, and the best part is not in the picture, the housekeeper, she makes great breakfast and she'll cook anything you want for you or your guests (lunch/dinner) her Indian food is amazing, and just watching her cooking is like a cooking class. You have all things you want and more, from Yoga mats, beach towels and a cooler to take to the beach, to a hat in case you left yours at home. Chim is an amazing host, and she helped us with anything we needed. and as a bonus every few days a family of monkeys came to visit the house and they were playing with there youngsters on the trees around us. This place is expensive in Indian terms but for a reason, few families we know who lives in the area for long term said the place is a lot above standard for this area, and in western standards its not that expensive.

Idyllic location, perfect in every way! We couldn't recommend Riverview Villa more highly. The location is wonderful - right at the end of the village sitting on the river just five minutes walk to the beautiful local beach. We thought about staying in a resort or hotel and are so glad that we didn't as this matches the quality of a five star hotel but with the privacy and comfort of your own home. We also felt much more connected to the village and could watch the men land with the fish in the morning and a local spring festival celebrated just nearby. The property itself is beautiful, spacious and elegantly decorated and the garden ... Delicious breakfast served outside and the more perfect gazebo overlooking the river to escape the sun and catch the passing breeze - an ideal place to read with a glass of wine! This was the favourite place for our children. Chim was the most welcoming of hosts who helped us organise various trips including a yoga class and elephant rides. Nafisa and Namilla kept the house spotless and the garden luscious and Nafesa's butter chicken was sublime. We lovely our first visit to Goa and wouldn't think of staying anywhere else when we visit again.

I would highly recommend this wonderful house. We have been travelling for 7 weeks and this is just what my family needed to come too. The comfort of a house - home cooked meals, comfortable beds, safe space and the most amazing view out the back of the river, fishermen bring in their catch( which you can buy from) and the wildlife( monkeys, and eagles) This will be a highlight of our travels. I would high recommend this for a family or anyone that needs a cosy place to call home. The staff make this a home away from home. Thank you again.

La maison est magnifique et située dans un endroit calme et tranquille avec une magnifique vue sur la rivière. Nous avons été très bien accueillis. Nous recommandons cette maison.