Villas in Goa

Well known for its beaches, this western state of India was a Portuguese colony for years. Here you can find stunning villas to enjoy a great time with the family. Find your villa near Anjuna, Vagator, Candolim or Baga. The areas of Ashvem and Arambol also have splendid properties close to beautiful beaches lined with lots of palm trees. Find your villa and plan your trip to Goa.

Stay in a cosy and luxury villa by a river or by the sea with stunning views of mangroves and beautiful landscapes. Find spacious villas with large rooms to enjoy with the family or groups of friends. Villas are equipped with all sorts of amenities including A/C and fully equipped kitchens. In addition you can also choose the services of a housekeeper who will take care of cleaning, laundry and food shopping. The outdoors are authentic playgrounds to enjoy fun games with the children, a lazy afternoon by the pool or a great dining al fresco.

From the Anjuna in North Goa to Palolem Beach in the south, you will be in love with the neatly lined palm trees and the pristine beaches along the coast. The extensive coastline is dotted with stunning beaches,with activities ranging from yoga to kayaking while others are known for their beauty and serenity. Calangute and Baga are considered as the best beaches but those of Patnem, Cavelossim, Palolem and Arambol also offer great stretches of sand for a great beach day. Prepare your flip flops, your hat and your umbrella and hit the beach!

The capital of Old Goa, known as “Rome of the East” rivalled once Lisbon and London in terms of importance and size. To this day, we can still contemplate the remains of well-preserved buildings and some of the oldest churches and cathedrals. The Basilica of Bom Jesus, India’s first basilica, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it contains the body of St Francis Xavier. On a Sunday morning stop for a service at Se Cathedral, the largest in Asia. Another popular fort is Cabo de Rama, a former prison, that consists of hundreds of stories, disputes and battles.

Enjoy the scents, spices and flavours of Goa’s cuisine. Let the flavours tantalise your senses with a classic fish curry rice, a morning curry named bhali-pau, a piquant vindalho, infused in wine vinegar and garlic or a spicy xacuti sauce. Give your taste buds a treat to remember!

The festival calendar in Goa is packed with events, parades and music festivals. Along with Christmas, Easter and New Year, the Hindu Diwali and Shantadurga festivals are also major celebrations. There are also Catholic festivals including the Feast of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Panaji’s Carnival and St Francis Xavier.

A pleasant and relaxed tour on two wheels is a must. Rent a moped or a bike and experience the countryside life cruising through the villages of Chandor, Quepem and Netravali woods. See how life goes at a different pace in this beautiful setting and fall in love with the different landscapes.

Maybe you need a silk scarf or you are looking for a great souvenir for your dearest ones. Goa’s markets are lively hubs of local life where traders sell their produce, crafts, textiles, spices and souvenirs to locals and tourists. Head to Anjuna’s flea market on Wednesdays or Mapusa on Fridays.

When Portuguese arrived in India, they were captivated by the exotic spices of southern India. Nowaday you can take a day trip from the beach, and visit the spice plantations around Ponda, such as Tanshikar Spice Farm where you can smell the essence of black pepper, cloves, tamarind and cardamom. You can either buy some spices and plantation produce or try them enjoying the delicious buffet lunch.

If you are an animal and nature lover, you will enjoy the wildlife in Goa’s woods. Stay overnight at Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary and spot some deer, monkeys or even leopards in the early morning. Dr Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary instead is an ideal spot for birdwatchers. The rivers are home to crocodiles and some dolphins offshore. Enjoy the wildlife of India!

Getting on a train in India is an unforgettable experience all travellers should have. The Konkan Railway linking Mumbai and Mangalore and it goes through Goa. This is a fantastic chance to take in the views of rivers, valleys and pure nature while crossing bridges and tunnels along the way. Take your seat by the window and watch the best natural show ever!