Villa Maricel can be accessed from the public road or from the marina. The plot is roughly triangular, sloping down from road level to the waterfront, and has been terraced to give the best possible views while retaining privacy. It has many mature trees, and has been carefully planned to make best use of the site, with varying levels and styles of planting.

From the street, a wrought iron security gate opens onto steps down to a large walled courtyard, with mature trees, and a small fountain and fish pond. The front door and principal kitchen both open directly into the courtyard, and there is an outside dining table for about 8 people. A separate gate for vehicles slopes down to the garage which takes one car plus a large storage space. This entry is entirely sheltered by a car port for 2 or 3 cars, and firewood storage for the living room fireplace. There are also several exterior storage areas for garden and maintenance equipment. 

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A mature, low maintenance garden of about 1.300 sq.m. surrounds the villa. Large pine trees shade the courtyard and the greenery provides a noticeable cool and fresh microclimate in the summer. An automatic sprinkler system waters the garden. A professional gardener has always maintained the garden. The pool terrace has fine views over the marina, and another outdoor dining and barbecue area. A sundeck overlooks a lower lawn, where its is envisaged that a second pool could be located. There are steps down from here to a secure gate onto the waterfront, from which it is about 300 metres to the yacht club restaurant, cafe, etc.  A fish pond and small stream have been located in the planting along the lower perimeter fence: the fish are a natural prevention system against mosquitoes as they eat any mosquito larvae in the water. Clicking on any of the pictures below will open a gallery of larger images that you can scroll through.