Casa Susegad

Kids

Children are welcome at Casa Susegad, with its rambling gardens, 6 cats and 6 dogs and ancient doorway leading to a jungle filled with monkeys and birds. Carole and Norman love children and encourage a warm, family atmosphere in the house. The only drawback is the short drive to the beach, but the atmosphere and welcome are so warm and enticing here that it's worth it.

Parents of children of all ages from 6 months to 8 years have given it a big thumbs up; we think that it might be a bit quiet for older teens.

• Best for: Children (4-12 years)
• Family friendly accommodation: Families are usually encouraged to take the Sunshine Room (sleeping 4 if you add 2 beds) and you can also add a bed or cot to the Carnelian Room. If you book the whole house (5 rooms), you can also book the Host's Suite, which also sleeps 4 with 2 extra beds. All rooms have showers, not baths.
• Babysitting: Babysitting is available by arrangement.
• Baby listening: Baby listening and monitors are available on request.
• Baby equipment:
  • Cots

• Children's meals: The food here is mainly Goan fusion, which means lots of curries plus salads, fruit and fish. Communal dining is optional and you can arrange an early tea for kids, eating at their own table. It's a flexible set up: breakfast, lunch and dinner are served or you can eat out in a cafe nearby.
• Kids Activities on site:
  • Swimming pool
  • Magical gardens with tree swings and an ancient doorway leading to the jungle
  • 6 cats and 6 dogs
  • 2 bikes to borrow
  • Snooker table, DVDs and games
• Kids Activities nearby:
  • Explore the nearby village
  • Wander to temples with monkeys at play
  • Drive 20 minutes to the closest beach
  • Explore Old Goa
  • Visit the fish market with Carole
  • Visit the spice plantations near Ponda - Sakahari has a resident elephant
• Families Should Know: There are lots of stumbling hazards in the garden and a waterfall in the jungle part of the gardens. The pool is unfenced. There may be a lack of hot water at times as the tank is solar heated.