Riverview Villa (Boutique Villa) | Paradise River & Beach | Stunning Views - Palolem

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4969 sq ft

Popular amenities

Beach view
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Canacona, Goa

Patnem Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Colomb Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Palolem Beach
‪9 min drive‬
Goa (GOI-Dabolim)
‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Riverview Villa (Boutique Villa) | Paradise River & Beach | Stunning Views

Nestled on the banks of the Talpona River, this luxurious villa offers a front-row seat to breathtaking nature. Wake up to birdsong, sip morning coffee on your private riverside deck, and let tranquility surround you.

Just minutes from Patnem Beach (6 min drive) and Palolem Beach (13 min drive), it blends secluded retreat with vibrant beach access.

Enjoy daily housekeeping, premium comfort, and serenity.

★ "Spotless, thoughtfully designed, and incredibly comfortable. Our favorite Airbnb stay yet!"

🌟 Welcome to Your Riverside Retreat

Perched right on the Talpona River, this villa is a rare gem offering an unparalleled blend of nature, comfort, and thoughtful design. Here’s what makes this property exceptional:

🛋️ Elegant Interiors & Thoughtful Design:

• Spacious living room with panoramic river views.
• Stylish decor combining modern elegance with Goan charm.
• Well-equipped kitchen with premium appliances for effortless cooking.
• Comfortable bedrooms with luxurious linens and blackout curtains.
• Spacious bathrooms with premium fittings and hot water.

🌴 Stunning Outdoor Spaces:

• Private riverside deck for morning coffees and sunset gazing.
• Lush garden surrounded by tropical greenery.
• Outdoor dining area for al fresco meals by the river.
• Sun loungers and hammocks for ultimate relaxation.

📍 Unbeatable Location:

• Right on the Talpona River with uninterrupted water views.
• Minutes from Patnem Beach (6 min) and Palolem Beach (13 min).
• Easy access to local markets, restaurants, and activities.
• Free parking on-site for added convenience.

🛡️ Premium Amenities for a Perfect Stay:

• Air conditioning throughout the villa.
• High-speed WiFi for seamless connectivity.
• Smart TV for entertainment.
• Daily housekeeping ensuring spotless cleanliness.
• Fully fenced garden for privacy and security.
• Private entrance for complete exclusivity.

🧘 Relax, Recharge & Reconnect:

• This villa is not just a place to stay—it’s an experience.
• Unwind on the riverside deck with stunning views.
• Enjoy a peaceful yoga session in the garden.
• Explore the nearby pristine beaches and local attractions.

🗝️ Guest Access

• Guests have exclusive access to the entire villa, ensuring complete privacy and comfort throughout their stay.

• Enjoy full use of the spacious living areas, perfect for relaxing or spending quality time with loved ones.

• Cook your favorite meals in the well-equipped gourmet kitchen, stocked with premium appliances and essentials.

• Step out onto your private riverside deck, a serene spot for morning coffee, sunset views, or stargazing at night.

• Relax in the lush private garden surrounded by tropical greenery, with outdoor dining areas, hammocks, and sun loungers for ultimate comfort.

• Take advantage of free on-site parking for a stress-free arrival and departure experience.

• Access to high-speed WiFi and Smart TV ensures entertainment and connectivity whenever you need it.

Whether you’re lounging indoors, enjoying outdoor spaces, or simply soaking in the stunning riverside views, every corner of this villa is yours to enjoy.

• Guests will have complete privacy throughout their stay, with the entire villa and its outdoor spaces exclusively theirs to enjoy.

• A dedicated housekeeper is available daily to ensure the villa remains spotlessly clean and comfortable.

• Our team is available via phone or messaging to assist with any questions, recommendations, or special requests.

• Whether it’s local tips, restaurant recommendations, or organizing activities, we’re here to make your stay seamless and memorable.

• While we respect your privacy, rest assured that help is just a message away whenever you need it.

Experience the perfect balance of attentive service and personal space, ensuring your stay is as relaxing and stress-free as possible.

• While the villa is not suitable for children under 7 due to the proximity to the river, it’s perfect for families with older children, couples, and small groups.

• Daily housekeeping ensures the villa remains spotlessly clean and welcoming throughout your stay.

• Breakfast can be arranged upon request for an additional fee.

• The villa offers an ideal blend of privacy and convenience, with beaches, cafes, and local attractions just minutes away.

• Enjoy the serenity of the riverside deck and lush garden, surrounded by nature's beauty.

• Please respect the peaceful ambiance of the area and neighboring properties.

This villa is designed to offer a comfortable, luxurious, and family-friendly retreat, where every detail has been thoughtfully considered to ensure an unforgettable experience for all guests.

Property manager

Katja Voss

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Hosting possible for ages 7 and up.

Any breakage or damages to the property or the villa or it's contents will be charged at cost price of the repair or replacement of the property/item.

In the interest of the environment we request that guests switch off the air-conditioners & fans etc. when they leave the villa or are outdoors.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property Registration Number HOTS002014

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palolem

Located in Canacona, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Palolem Beach and Agonda Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Canacona, Goa

What's nearby

Patnem Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Colomb Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Galgibaga Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Rajbag Beach - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
Palolem Beach - 9 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

Canacona Station - 9 min drive
Dabolim Airport (GOI) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kala Bahia - ‬3 min drive
‪Karma cafe + bakery - ‬4 min drive
‪Nada Brahma - ‬3 min drive
‪Deepiksha Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
‪Temple Cafe - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverview Villa (Boutique Villa) | Paradise River & Beach | Stunning Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverview Villa (Boutique Villa) | Paradise River & Beach | Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverview Villa (Boutique Villa) | Paradise River & Beach | Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverview Villa (Boutique Villa) | Paradise River & Beach | Stunning Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Rajbag Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Palolem Beach. Patnem Beach and Colomb Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Malavika T.

15 Apr, 2019

Peaceful and Tranquil

Hospitality par excellence. We were very well looked after. Beautifully appointed and seamless check in, with every detail in place. Best was the rooms were beautifully cool when we arrived after our car drive. Nafisa the house keepers killer prawn curry. Magnificent view and we spent most of our time watching the tides change in the river in the comfort of the gazebo.Tranquil, peaceful and a perfect haven. Thankyou Chim, we'll be back again and again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

claire k.

9 Jan, 2019

Paradise

We enjoyed our stay so much! Nafisa and ashraf who look after the house make their guests feel very welcome, nafisa’s cooking is delicious, esp her Goan prawn curry! The views from the deck of the river are really beautiful and miraculously it’s the only house I’ve ever stayed in where you can see the sun rise and set... the sunset scene is incredibly theatrical, an hour of murmurations and birds coming home to roost... chim is a very helpful host, and responds immediately to any issues. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will certainly be back!

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

20 Dec, 2017

Amazing

This house is perfect everytime . This is second time in the property and already looking to re book for March .. Chim is amazing and very helpful. And the maid is perfect! Every morning I would wake to delicious breakfast and fresh coffee. Highly suggest asking her too cook you an authentic Indian lunch, it’s incredible ... If you want a get away, here is perfect , sit overlooking the river and relax... it’s perfect

Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

15 Sept, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic little villa in South Goa

We stayed one week in August at River View Villa. What a pleasant, relaxing home to be in during late monsoon season. The view of the river was amazing and constantly changing with the different light of the day and changing tides. It definitely felt like home away from home. We received a message from Shefali upon arrival at the airport to let us know our driver would be waiting for us and provided his phone number. Shefali was waiting for us when we arrived at the villa to show us around. The housekeeper, Nafisa, and her husband, Ashraf, totally spoiled us. Waking up every day to the perfect cup of coffee or masala chai was such a treat.. Nafisa is an excellent cook, her breakfasts were delicious and filling and her dinners rival the best restaurant. We requested paratha for breakfast one morning and even though she had never made them before, Nafisa turned out some of the best I have ever had. She took such great care of us during our stay and we will miss her very much. Life was very pleasant at River View Villa. We certainly plan to return, hopefully in the very near future. Thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anja S.

2 May, 2019

A wonderful holiday

This was our first visit to India. Riverview Villa is a wonderful and relaxing place. The house keepers made this holiday something very special. Many thanks for everything. We can only recommend going there.

Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan Coulthard

2 Feb, 2019

Doesn't get better than this, paradise.

This is our 4th visit to Riverview. As always the house is spotless and the garden beautiful and are both looked after by Nafisa and Ashraf. They are a wonderful couple who can't do enough for you and are great company. Nafisa cooks breakfast and meals on request. Her butter chicken and masala omelettes are fabulous and better than any restaurant. There is a new bar around the corner called Varandas which is worth a visit for the views at sunset. The house is well situated and handy for taxis rickshaw etc. Patnam is 5 minutes away with great beach bars. We spent most of our time in the garden watching the river go by with the fabulous wildlife and peace and quiet. Cannot fault this holiday, house is superb, tastefully furnished, all mod cons and Nafisa and Ashraf make the stay perfect.

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian F.

3 Sept, 2018

Perfektes Haus mit einzigartigem Service

Wir sind sehr froh, dass wir uns für dieses Haus entschieden haben und konnten den Urlaub in vollen Zügen genießen. Die Einrichtung und Ausstattung lässt keine Wünsche offen. Ganz besonders möchte ich auf die wirklich außerordentliche Sauberkeit des Objektes hinweisen. Das Klima im Haus lässt sich wunderbar regulieren und die Mücken bleiben aufgrund der Mückenstecker auch während der Monsunzeit fern. Vom Garten aus kann man den Fischern bei der täglichen Arbeit zusehen und entspannen. Die Kommunikation mit der Hauseigentümerin und die Abwicklung des Buchungsvorganges war stets seriös und sehr angenehm. Die kurz vor der Anreise zur Vergügung gestellten Informationen über lokale (seriöse) Taxi- und Rikschafahrer, Strände, Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants u.s.w. waren äußerst hilfreich. Einzigartig ist der Service der Haushälterin, die täglich einige Zeit im Haus ist (außer Sonntags, da wird das Frühstück geliefert), um das Frühstück frisch zuzubereiten und das Haus zu pflegen. Wir konnten am Palolem Beach, Rajbag Beach und Galgibag Beach(dieser ist währen der Saison wegen der Eiablage der Schildkröten gesperrt) prima am Wasser wandern, schwimmen oder in der Sonne liegen. An allen Stränden waren Rettungsschwimmer. Unsere Reisezeit war Anfang September, also während des Ausklangs der Monsunzeit. Es hat ca. 30 min pro Tag geregnet. Dafür waren die Strände fast leer und die Sonne hat uns ebenfalls beglückt. Das tropische Klima führte bei uns dazu, alles etwas gemütlicher anzugehen, was im Urlaub nicht wirklich stört ... Danke für diesen tollen Ort, wir kommen gerne wieder!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pratik P.

10 May, 2017

A perfect place to laze and enjoy goa

We all loved the villa...the wonderful stay arrangements and the warm hospitality. To come to Goa and not want to get out of the house...is a rare thing but the villa is such that you just end up being a part of this dream world and don't wanna step out of it. Loved every bit of interior design and landscaping and enjoyed our stay thoroughly. Nafisa the housekeeper is a delightful and very genuine person to chat with, excellent cook and took very good care of us.its a pleasure to meet such caring people. Overall the stay was too good and i would recommend this villa to anyone who would want to relax in Goa.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

3 Jan, 2017

Beautiful Location, Fantastic Villa

Riverview is a well appointed and perfectly positioned house with a pretty garden and lovely views of the river. It is located on the edge of a small unspoilt village where, most mornings, the fishermen bring in their catch. The deck and patio afford great views of the wide river which teams with bird life ranging from great flocks of house crows to kites, egrets, herons, kingfishers and eagles. You can watch the sun rise to the east and set over the palms and the beach to the west and every evening the light is different and makes the perfect accompaniment to the local beverages. Breakfast was always delicious and served with a smile, the housekeeper will prepare lunch or dinner on request and if you want to eat in you won't be disappointed. The house has everything you need for a two week stay and is very clean and comfortable, the owner is charming and helpful and made us feel very welcome. It is a five minute walk to Rajbag beach which is quiet but if you want more beach action walk to Patnem which is a bit busier and then onto Palolem which is busier still. To the south Galgibag is also very quiet but has some interesting restaurants and bars hidden away in the trees at the back of the beach. You will be spoilt for choice as far as eating out. We ate at two of the three restaurants in the village and the food was superb but for more choice Patnem and Palolem are a cheap taxi ride away. Seafood is surprisingly good value and of a very high standard and the curries are fantastic. This is a quiet corner of Goa and it did feel a bit of an effort to visit the "sights" but a trip up river with one of the local fisherman is a pleasant way to end a day; Chaudi the nearest town is small but frenetic with a colourful fruit and veg market a few days a week and the Tanshikar farm is well worth a visit. We had a wonderful and very relaxing fortnight and would defiantly recommend Riverview Villa, Rajbag and Southern Goa.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alan Coulthard

25 Nov, 2015

Another brilliant holiday

Back for our second stay this year. Again it was excellent. The house is spotless and well appointed and Nafisa and Nilima were on hand to look after us. They work hard and Nafisa is the best cook in Goa, tried the butter chicken this time, better than a restaurant. Nilima looks after the gardens, which are beautiful and both girls and the owner Chim are fantastic hostesses and can sort out anything you need from a rickshaw to lunch in an old Portuguese house. They are lovely people and very friendly.This really is a spectacular location with great views. You can watch the fisherman bring in the catch and the women take it to market, see the Kingfishers, eagles, heron and monkeys and all from the patio where the excellent breakfast is served. Plenty of restaurants nearby in Patnem and Palolem but if you feel lazy Nafisa will cook for you and it is well worth it. 10 minutes walk to Rajbag beach and 15 to Patnem beach. Plenty of taxis and rickshaws and the girls will also sort out a driver for any trips you want. We had the Diwali celebrations whilst we were there which are great fun and everyone is so generous.Best holiday we have had x

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alan Coulthard

23 Mar, 2015

Paradise

If you want to get away from the big hotel resort formula and see the real side of Goa this is perfect. The house is well equipped, stylish and has incredible views of the river. It is an oasis away from tourists but near enough to jump a taxi to the restaurants and bars. There are two girls who come for a few hours in the morning and look after things, make breakfast or evening meals if you wish. The food is better than the restaurants (which are exceptional) and the omelettes and sheeha in the morning are fantastic. Try Nafisa's prawn curry for dinner, best in Goa.The girls are unobtrusive, very helpful and accomodating and keep the place spotlessly clean.There is a wonderful decked area on the banks of the river from which you can watch the world go by and get some shade and a nice breeze.The gardens get the sun all day and dawn and dusk are spectacular. The garden is visited by some lovely birds. Kingfishers etc and you can watch the river birds hunting for fish. If you don't do crowds of people Rajbag beach is ideal and in the evening the bar/restaurant shacks on Patnem (a five minute taxi ride) are perfect.The owner is Chim who is on hand should you need anything and is very helpful, friendly and nothing is a problem to her.We have had two wonderful weeks of lazing around and enjoying the house and the local area. Highly recommended and would go back.

About the host

Hosted by Katja Voss

I live near Riverview Villa and have a boutique in Patnem called 'Chim' which sells designer clothes, bikinis, jewellery and Pop Art. I've explored the surrounding areas over the years and can give you lots of great recommendations on places to go, eating, activities and so on to help you get the most out of your holiday. I've also collated this information into a welcome pack which you can peruse at your leisure. I'm also happy to show you around and familiarize you with the nearby places.

Why they chose this property

I've lived in this area since 2002 and always found this riverside perfect because it's close to the beach and all the restaurants, entertainment etc. yet feels like an oasis of calm ...the best of both worlds.

What makes this property unique

Riverview Villa is just a 7 minute walk from Rajbag beach which connects to Patnem beach. For those who enjoy a more active holiday, you can take advantage of the nearby golf course & also go cycling or kayaking. If you are looking for great food in the comfort of home, the Housekeeper who comes daily is a brilliant cook and can cook you wonderful Indian food or help you in your prep. Many of our guests have said that the best food they had on their holiday was at Villa.
Other amenities included in the tariff are : breakfast, mineral water, housekeeping/cooking service, laundry, wi-fi, sky TV & a land line for local calls.