Accommodation in Thailand: Green Gecko
Our Rating: First Class
Green Gecko
Udon Thani
Green Gecko is situated approximately 40 minutes from Udon Thani, the gateway to northern Isaan, in a region of Thailand where very few tourists ever venture. Traditional practices and the rhythms of daily life have remained unchanged from western influences. This is a unique spot to unwind in a rural setting with a backdrop of rice paddies and gentle rolling hills, and a delightful family on hand to look after you.
Your every need will be catered for by Ten, a local man who runs the villa on behalf of the owner, and Ten's family who all help out. Some of them speak little or no English but there are smiles all round and a great family atmosphere! This is a perfect place to learn more about the traditions and beliefs that of the local Isaan people.
The villa is set amongst fields of tapioca, eucalyptus and rubber trees and the herb garden kept provides many ingredients that are used in freshly prepared dishes. Quench your thirst with a freshly squeezed lime juice, sweet iced lemongrass tea or freshly blended chilled mango juice (knowing these have all been picked locally and prepared just for you). The local village is a five minute walk and the perfect silence is only broken by the dawn chorus and the evening calls of frogs and cicadas.