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The Story of Sophima

Sophima began with a charming holiday apartment in Allensbach, a picturesque village nestled on the shores of Lake Constance, along the German-Swiss border. It was here, in the 1980s, that my parents, Heinz and Waltraud, first established a holiday retreat in a truly unique location—right on the lakeshore. This prime spot has become even more exceptional over the years, as the municipal administration has since restricted any new holiday rentals directly on the lakeshore.

Due to my parents’ advancing age, the apartment remained inactive for several years. However, in 2020, during the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic, I decided to breathe new life into it. After a complete renovation, the apartment now offers a truly special experience where guests can step directly from their bedroom onto the lawn and into the lake, enjoying an array of water sports just a few steps away.

A few years later, when I relocated to Morocco, I expanded Sophima by adding another holiday apartment in La Herradura, a breathtaking location in southern Spain. Nestled next to a natural reserve and just an hour’s flight from Rabat, this apartment, fully renovated and inaugurated in 2023, was equipped with state-of-the-art wellness amenities from the start.

My passion then led me to acquire a little Riad—a traditional Moroccan house—in the heart of Marrakech’s old town, a renowned tourist destination. Similar to the apartment in Spain, the historic Riad, opened to guests in 2024, features luxurious amenities, including a jacuzzi and an oriental-style bath (a hammam) with a steam sauna, blending the charm of Moroccan tradition with modern comfort.

And here’s a little secret about Sophima… The name is a playful combination of the first names of our daughter, Maiara Sophia, capturing the essence of family and the love that has gone into creating these exceptional holiday experiences.

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La Herradura - Spain
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Lake Constance - Germany
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Riad Kiwi - Marrakech

Each of our holiday rentals offers you something special, be it a private lakeside access with view over the Swiss mountains, an entire spa experience with view over the Spanish Mediterranean or an adventure into the heart of ancient Morocco.
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