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Jasmine Valley - Kep, Cambodia
Welcome to Jasmine Valley, nestled just below the national park in the beautiful jungle-covered mountains of the seaside Cambodian town of Kep. Jasmine and Owen Beck opened what might best be described as an eco-resort, in December 2009; offering accommodation, healthy, home-grown foods, the sound of the Cambodian Jungle, magnificent views across islands to Vietnam and the sweet fragrance of Jasmine and jungle blossom.
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Six solar-powered mud-brick and thatch bungalows are currently available, overlooking the rainy-season creek, deep in the valley. During the 2010 wet season, a number of sitting pools should be incorporated into the creek.
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One 'tree-house' was completed late 2009 and the first guest booked for two nights, but stayed for 20. The second 'tree-house' is is now complete, with a natural bathrooom downstairs, a big open bedroom and a large, semi-detached terrace.
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The treehouses have wonderful views across the bay to Vietnam as well as a spectacular panorama of the jungle and mountain across the valley. The cafe/bar/restaurant, sits by the stream-fed (during the rainy season) natural swimming pool. You can spot for Monkeys in their natural habitat in amongst the trees on the mountain - you may even be lucky enough to spot a Gibbon or Hornbill - right from your own veranda.
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Learning Together
Jasmine Valley Eco-Resort had its beginnings early in 2009. Through the initial stages, only hand tools were used, in keeping with the valley's peaceful ambience. Picks and shovels, hammers and chisels were used, even when digging the driveway.
The early part of the construction was very much a learning process, as Owen, a filmmaker from Australia, and the Cambodian builders got to know each other, and how the other worked. By the time the house was built, the Khmer team had built with mud-bricks, constructed a pizza over and created beautiful tile mosaic.
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The next phase, was to make lots of mud bricks, organise bamboo and thatch, and begin construction in earnest. It was important to Owen and Jasmine that the buildings were created in response to, and in harmony with, the natural beauty already present. As a filmmaker, it was also important to Owen that creative license was given to those working in each area of construction.
For those interested in the building process, here are some photos available of the very early stages of the building process as well as some pics around the valley.
International callers most reliable number is +855 (0)77 599 248 Otherwise Call +855 (0)977 917 636 or +855 (0)977 917 635
email info@jasminevalley.com