BACKWATERS OF MAPUSA RIVER
Villa Britona
Private, modern heritage villa overlooking the river
Staying in Villa Britona by The Férias House is like being in your own modern heritage villa overlooking the river. Whether it’s the casinos, an array of café and restaurants or the popular North Goa beaches, this 3 bedroom boutique stay offers you the best of both worlds.
The space
Beautifully renovated and reimagined, Villa Britona elegantly balances bold, artful aesthetics with old-world Goan charm. Ideally located yet with a desirable amount of exclusivity, the villa’s crystalline swimming pool and lush garden overlooks the pristine Mandovi River - which is surrounded by a high wall for perfect privacy, and offers up an attractive private veranda which skims the length of the house, optimal for peaceful sunbathing and socialising. This stunning villa boasts traditional Indo-Portuguese architecture, finished with fine furnishings, breathtaking artworks, and a blend of contemporary and classic styles, which creates a welcoming and relaxing ambience. Black and white marble floors in a myriad of patterns - flow through the whole villa, from the spacious veranda and open-plan living and dining area, to the three bedrooms and three bathrooms. An authentic living postcard, this sumptuous residence invites guests to revel in the many influences that make up this home. There are slices of history from across the globe - Oriental tables, a mix of Indo-Portuguese classic and modern furniture silhouettes, and Roman Tuscan columns. Modern, larger-than-life size Surreal abstract artwork share space with marble in a variety of geometric patterns, as well as carved woodwork and canework furniture pieces adorned with bespoke furnishings, which are a kaleidoscope of mix-and-match prints, light blue-greys and neutrals. Each of the three private bedrooms has its own unique features to enjoy. Wooden French doors open out towards the veranda, leading to the garden and pool - straight from the king-bedded rooms. Each of these is complete with outdoor veranda sitouts, ensuite bathroom and private indoor seating. Exquisite design details like an intricate, meticulously-carved mirrored wooden headboard in the master bedroom, a dreamy, plush canopy bed, decadent artworks and wall colours - sumptuously come together to coherently make a strong statement. Cocooned inside this peaceful premise, it’s easy to forget how close you are to the heart of the action. Full of unforgettable experiences, the tourist destination of Goa has it all – with its abundance of trendy restaurants, quaint little cafés, colourful Portuguese houses and boutique stores – as well as easy access from the property to the hip nearby villages and pristine beaches of North Goa.