Assagao, one of the 443 villages that make up Goa is one of the most peaceful villages of the Velhas Conquistas of Bardez, tucked into the corner of northern Goa, measuring about 7 kilometres in length and resting peacefully in verdant hills covered in caju groves.

This is where we have created The Village Sanctuary, a place where people can rediscover a sense of belonging, of being part of a real community.

Famous for the healing power of its spring water, its exquisite tropical gardens and gentle breezes from the Arabian Sea, Assagao remains relatively untouched by the growing tourism, despite being only 20 minutes from the famous Anjuna Beach and 5km from the very lively Baga Beach. Mapusa, the market town, is 4km away and, although hugely popular, has held onto its gloriously laid back Portuguese “sossegado” atmosphere.

In Assagao you have the best of both worlds: utter peace and tranquillity and yet a true sense of being in a community and being with the local people. Here you can become immersed in their world and the Goan way of living, and perhaps discover a part of yourself you never knew existed.

And this is what makes the Village Sanctuary so special for those who come to stay with us.