Name: Green Gecko
Address: 126 Moo 13 Baan Um Jaan, Um Chan, Um Chan, Um Chan, 41110, Thailand
Rating: 10

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Staying at this fantastic villa was really a great experience. Almost 14 years ago we stayed in the sister villa, Gecko Villa. It was great to be there again.

Ten and Dip are really fantastic hosts. Whatever you need, just ask. The food is delicious, three healthy meals a day. Our favorite was the BBQ fish. Our sons also enjoyed it.

The villa itself is very comfortable and spacious. We used the swimming pool every day. Showering outside was a nice experience.

Ten took us to several places in the surrounding area. The pink lake, an archaeological museum and a local boatrace. It doesn’t seem to matter to Ten how long a visit takes, he is always happy to assist.

We look forward to our next visit!

The must go place in Udon Thani Thailand

While you can find 5-star luxury villas that look similar around the world, you can hardly find an authentic experience just like staying in the private villa Green Gecko. 

Green Gecko is run and built by locals in Udon Thani. The experience is totally authentic: eat the rice grown here with local cuisine freshly and deliciously prepared by the host Ten, visit their fresh market, rice paddies, bamboo path. Besides I could swim in the private pool anytime I want, and also tried the "room service" Thai massage in the villa.

Ten is a helpful and kind man. He speaks English so there is no communication problem. He prepared everything to let us stay as we wish, from all rides to all meals and even special requests. He also left us plenty of privacy. We just needed to stay relax and enjoy the time as we wish. Without pressure and worries. Thanks Ten!

Another reason why I choose Green Gecko is because it help locals to get jobs in Udon Thani --- one of the poorest places in Thailand --- so that they can stay here with their families. Guests can request to visit their school and meet their children to understand more about this place. This is another kind of travel experience that other accommodations would not provide.

For the province Udon Thani, I think it is an unveiled gem awaiting to be discovered. Besides the best known Red Lotus lake (Green Gecko is just 15mins ride from there. I could go there in the early morning before the crowd), there are many temples and mountains with nice views. I went to the Lotus Temple in Banchiang. It was impressive and unlike most of the temples. Next time I wish I could see the Wat Pa-Phu-Kon with blue fluorescent lights on in the night time.

Lastly, I want to thank Charles, who writes fluent English (are you native English speaker?), answered all my emails and questions promptly before and after my reservation. He made the planning process smooth and relaxing.

The exclusive place to rest as the way you want

Our family (2 adults/3kids) spent a week here over New Year and it was blissful. We've been living in Bangkok and wanted to get away from it all and just unwind. This place was perfect. It is in the middle of the countryside surrounded by small villages and rice fields. We spent our days on bikes that were provided for us just cycling around and soaking up the peace and quiet. We loved laying around the salt water pool reading and taking the odd dip to cool off. The host was Ten , an incredibly helpful guy who not only came to cook breakfast, lunch and dinner each day (and I have to say it was some of the best Thai food we've had in the 6 months we've been here) but also sorted out any problems (including a flat car battery) and generally made things run smoothly. The fridge was also continually stocked with water and beer . I honestly think that for the price this is a bargain. If you want a few days to completely relax , eat good food and see some of what rural Thailand is like I would absolutely recommend this place.

Relaxing place off the beaten track to unwind

It took us a long time to get to Gecko Villa, having first found it about six years ago online.  Finally, this summer, we made it and perhaps the best indicator of how much we loved our stay is the degree to which we miss being there.  We miss the relaxed atmosphere, Ten's kindness and fantastic cuisine - and it is cuisine rather than just cooking! We miss the joy of leaping in the pool and the butterflies and dragonflies.  We miss the trips to the lotus lake, the local school and the monkey town - just some of the many outings and adventures Ten can organise for visitors.  It was a fantastic part of our trip to Thailand.  Thank you to Ten and his 'helpers'.  Thank you to Charles for your company too.

A wonderful, restful base from which to explore a lesser-known part of Thailand

We visited this beautiful place on a family holiday. We felt so lucky to be there. The villa itself is just as pictured, with a super pool. It is hidden away surrounded by trees on a private estate. All around are emerald green rice paddies complete with wallowing water-buffalo! Ten is not only a kind and attentive host, but also a fabulous cook (who even shares his secrets)- the food we had here was the best in Thailand. I'd have been happy just enjoying the peace and quiet of the villa itself, but there was lots to do; we were able to visit the archaeological site at Ban Chiang, browse local markets for delicacies, cycle to the red lotus lake for a boat trip, drive our own yuk-tuk, help out with rice-planting, and after all that, relax with a well-earned massage. We can't wait to go back.

oasis

I booked this place as I was travelling with friends to see the red lotus lake. The villa is only 5 minutes away so avoided us having to wake up too early in Udon Thani.

The owner was very helpful and friendly, and drove us to the lake free of charge, helping us to organize a boat. The visit was excellent. Food at the villa was exceptional, and the property itself was truly unique. We would have stayed longer had we not booked onward flights.

Not a place for nightlife, but if you want quiet and privacy it is perfect.

Enjoyable stay. Very quick access to lotus lake.

writing this review after moving on to Cambodia I realise how much this place spoils you. not five star luxury but offers lovely accommodation in a quiet and rural setting. having been here many times we asked for a Thai blessing to be organised for our marriage which Ten sorted with wonderful efficiency.  the day was better than we could have imagined and will stay in our memories for ever.

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