Howie's HomeStay
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Howie's HomeStay

75/1 Moo 1, Ban Mai, Mae Ram, Mae Rim 50180 Thailand
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#1 of 23 hotels in Mae Rim
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Your own Private Luxury Hotel Resort Chiang Mai, Thailand We only take one booking at a time guaranteeing that you and your party will be the ONLY guests at the property throughout your stay. Our ALL-INCLUSIVE rates provide 3 daily home cooked meals, airport transfers, mini bar and more included in the price. A modern interpretation of Thai Lanna beauty, everything about this Luxury Boutique hotel Chiang Mai represents a higher level of luxury. This Thai villa and holiday resort is an exclusive sanctuary of complete serenity, striking beauty and gracious service. This private luxury villa outside Chiang Mai gives a whole new meaning to the private boutique hotel concept. Every day you will wake up among the lush green foothills of the Himalayas outside Chiang Mai and appreciate staying in the magnificent surroundings of your own Chiang Mai Thai Villa. We specialize in impeccable service, spectacular gardens, award winning architecture and delicious authentic homemade Thai food.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Bicycle tours
Airport transportation
Massage
BBQ facilities
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Outdoor pool
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Sun terrace
Laundry service
Room features
Air conditioning
Safe
Bottled water
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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Languages Spoken
English, Thai

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75/1 Moo 1, Ban Mai, Mae Ram, Mae Rim 50180 Thailand
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Chiang Mai Intl Airport
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APMNYC wrote a review Jan 2024
NYC
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Staying at Howie’s Homestay was one of the highlights of our recent 10-day trip to Thailand and Laos. We weren’t entirely sure what to expect staying at Howie’s instead of a traditional hotel, but it turned out to be the perfect place to stay. The guest rooms are lovely and very comfortable, and the public spaces are equally beautiful, including the gorgeous pool with great views. My three kids (high school and college age) particularly appreciated having their own rooms for a few nights, as well as space to spread out and relax around the pool. It is the perfect combination of complete privacy, yet with the benefit of wonderful hosts in Howie and Jerri. We greatly appreciated Howie’s knowledge and activity suggestions – and Jerri’s truly fantastic cooking! Not only did she cook six different delicious dishes each night (plus soup and dessert), but she was able to accommodate my food allergies. We briefly considered going into Chiang Mai for dinner and to go to the night market one evening, but that idea was quickly voted down – no one wanted to miss a night of Jerri’s cooking! I highly recommend Howie’s and hope to get back there someday.
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Date of stay: January 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Howie F, General Manager at Howie's HomeStay
Responded 29 Jan 2024
Dear A&M It was a breath of fresh air to have you all here and it was a wonderful group to share New Years with! Howie & Jerri
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LisaKnoxville wrote a review Nov 2023
Knoxville
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Howie has created his own category of accommodation. There is nothing else like it. It’s not a luxury hotel, because at a luxury hotel you will see other guests. It’s not a Homestay because it is way too opulent. It is unique in the world.

Howie worked with Bill Bensley, the famous creative genius behind some of best hotels in Asia, to build this sublime compound.

We stay here with our daughter and son-in-law for three days, and should have stayed longer. Howie and his charming wife Jerri fed us some of the best food we had in southeast Asia, arranged insider tours that only the locals know, and made sure our time as a family was memorable.

When we checked in and toured the property in wonder, our kids asked how many other guests would be staying there. When we told them it was just us, their jaws dropped.

Thank you so much Howie and Jerri. We’ll see you again soon.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Relax and let Howie do his magic planning your stay.
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Response from Howie F, General Manager at Howie's HomeStay
Responded 9 Nov 2023
Dear L&D It was a fun week and a great pleasure for both Jerri and myself to host you! Thank you for your kind words and looking forward to your return visit. Stay healthy and safe. Howie & Jerri
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HeSaysSheSays wrote a review Nov 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
In a class of its own! We visited Howie and Jerri with our young children and another family in October 2023 and had an absolutely brilliant time. Howie was responsive, flexible and accommodating from very first contact and sorted out a fabulous stay, several fun and age appropriate outings and every other detail (small and large) throughout. Everything was relaxed and seamless - just what you want on holiday.

The accommodation and setting is absolutely beautiful. Photos cannot do it justice. No detail is overlooked and to have such a special space entirely to yourselves is the ultimate luxury. The guest rooms are stunning and spacious and really well laid out. Howie was very accommodating as we mixed and matched across the rooms available to fit our children!

Jerri’s cooking is top class. The variety of flavours and beautiful presentation of every dish were extraordinary. We could feel the love and care that went in to every meal and were thoroughly spoiled. Jerri’s special meals for the children were also very much appreciated - a perfect mix of classic favourites and new tastes and flavours. The special after dinner treats created fans for life. “Can we have every holiday at Howie’s?!”

We were bowled over by how much the children loved the grounds. They melted off to explore the extensive and beautifully designed gardens and paths, build dens, keep an eye on the geese, pat the dogs, admire the flowers - it was such bliss to know they were having the time of their lives but were perfectly safe. Nothing better for a parent on holiday!

Needless to say, we cannot recommend Howie’s Homestay enough.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Howie F, General Manager at Howie's HomeStay
Responded 26 Nov 2023
Dear S&A It was an absolute pleasure to have you all stay with us and the children were amazing and fun!! Thank you for your wonderful comments and tell the kids, yes they have every holiday @Howie's. Jerri loves to feed people who appreciate the experience, kids included!!! Howie&Jerri
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KimWBL wrote a review Jan 2025
New York City
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Howie and Jerri have the most gorgeous property we have ever seen. This is the kind of property that deserves to be featured on the cover of Architectural Digest along with at least a ten page spread inside. The quality of design, workmanship and overall attention to detail is beyond compare. We felt so privileged to be able to stay there for five glorious nights. Initially, we imagined feeling ill at ease as the only guests in such a large property. That was not the case at all. Howie always found the perfect level of making himself available but yet providing us with complete privacy during our stay. Howie would join us briefly during breakfast and dinner to answer any questions we might have and to confirm our plans for the upcoming days. We found his suggestions to be excellent and appreciated his willingness to find a way to make things happen. We were met at the Chiang Mai airport by Addy who along with a van and driver facilitated our various different activities while in Chiang Mai and continuing on to Chiang Rai and ultimately to the airport for our return to Bangkok.

We had been told by a friend who had stayed there a year previous to us that it was worth staying there just to eat the amazing food. Therefore, we were anticipating good food but we could never have imagined the meals that Jerri prepared for us during our stay. Each night the table was laden with five scrumptious main course dishes. The quantity of food was staggering but more so was the quality of the dishes. We live in NYC and are accustomed to amazing meals but nothing compared to Jerri’s masterpieces. Her dishes included traditional thai dishes but always with her special signature twist. Our meals were worthy of a multiple Michelin star establishment. Any thoughts we had of not trying everything in front of us were discarded after our first bites. These meals were meant to be relished and lingered over.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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jodiepoppy wrote a review Nov 2022
Lincoln, United Kingdom
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
From my initial enquiry through to our transportation to our next location (and recommendations beyond) I cannot fault the service. Everything was as smooth and stress free as we have ever experienced.
This gem of a place is a stunning oasis with outstanding customer service.
The Teak suite is beautiful, the bed as comfortable as you will ever find, a stunning silk daybed to relax, wonderful bathroom with everything you could need, loungers outside, at the other side a full fridge and chairs in the shade, stunning gardens and complete privacy- if you require.
The day room had a wonderful collection of books and great shaded area to while away a day. The pool is fabulous with loungers, chairs and tables everywhere.
It would be easy to make this review all about the hosts but there is so much more to this place. The setting and gardens are unparalleled, the ambiance just heavenly, it’s a retreat if that’s what you require- we had massages without having to leave the premises. Howie is like a genie in a bottle, he can muster up just about anything! Jerri who is the understated star is just the most gifted chef! Every day she did her magic and completely overwhelmed us with the most delicious meals. Everything was fresh and so much choice, there was enough food for 10. She tweaked a lot of dishes as I prefer fish and veggies but she took it all in her stride and served the best food I’ve had in Thailand.
We left to experience the city and it was the worst decision of our trip. We just pined to go back. We missed our oasis and our baby BamBam (resident baby golden retriever) and of course Howie, Jerri, all the wonderful staff and not forgetting GiGi, BamBam’s friend.
We will return!!!!!!!
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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KS Jones wrote a review Nov 2024
Zug, Switzerland
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Had a fabulous weekend with friends at Howie and Jerri’s amazing HomeStay.
It’s a Bill Bensley designed home so truly gorgeous, with the most beautiful grounds and cool discoveries to be made around every corner. So fantastic to have the whole place to ourselves. Very private and very beautiful. Howie will help arrange whatever you want to do in the area but definitely make time to just hang out in the stunning pool, walk the grounds and enjoy the quiet.
And while the home and the grounds are all gorgeous, the real star of the show is the super talented Jerri - we loved every single dish that came out of her kitchen. Stunning and creative and beyond delicious. Incredibly generous in the servings so that you get to try so many different dishes and no doubt, Jerri’s creations will be a most memorable part of your time in the region.
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Howie F, General Manager at Howie's HomeStay
Responded 29 Nov 2024
Hi K It was a pleasure to meet you and have you stay with us at Howie's HomeStay. Thank you for your kind words and look forward to meeting up again!
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Orissa C wrote a review July 2023
Paris, France
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We booked 4 bedrooms as we were staying for 4 nights with friends to celebrate our wedding at Howie's. Howie arranged every detail from A to Z for our wedding celebration and I never thought it would be this perfect!
For the wedding day, he arranged everything from the monk ceremony in the morning to the aperitif in the evening by the pool, buffet dinner, cake cutting, and a dancefloor with DJ and a photographer for the whole day. I also had a make-up and hair artist for the day! We even had a live show with dancers in the swimming pool, it was absolutely magical! I can't describe that day as it surpassed everything I had imagined, it was definitely a perfect wedding.
The rest of the stay was stunning, the rooms are very large with beautiful bathrooms, outdoor showers and spa and the food was incredible. He organized activities throughout our stay and we didn't have to lift a finger. I have never seen such a massive swimming pool! All the staff were very friendly and discreet. The whole area is very private as nobody can see from the outside thanks to the huge garden surrounding the property.
It was truly a once in a lifetime experience and I can't stop thinking about the house and the garden and I cannot wait to go back. Howie and his wife know how to take care of their guests and out of all our travels, this was our number 1.
We will never forget our stay there, it was stress-free and worry-free and we cannot thank Howie enough for his hospitality. If you are looking for a venue for an extraordinary wedding or just to relax for a few days, this is definitely the place! We will be back but next time for a longer stay :)
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Date of stay: July 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Howie F, General Manager at Howie's HomeStay
Responded 12 Oct 2023
Dear O & J It was wonderful to be a part of this new journey you are both taking and yes the experience was magical all around. Jerri and I wish you many years of happiness! See you again! Howie & Jerri
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atwood2017 wrote a review Dec 2024
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Howie and Jeri’s home stay is Is the most amazing property we have ever stayed at. While the property itself is probably the most private, well-designed, architecturally significant and overall mind blowing place, the real gems were Howie and Jeri themselves. We felt like we made new friends in Thailand and having coffee and chatting with Howie every morning was so interesting and insightful.

It’s difficult to describe the quality of Jeri’s food, if this home was open to the public for dining, it would have three Michelin stars.

Her flavors, presentations, the sheer variety of the dishes that we were served every night and the beautiful breakfast with so many delicious tropical fresh fruits was mind blowing.

If you’re looking for a superlative experience like none you’ve ever had before, Howie’s Homestay is for you. 10 stars, we will be back.
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Date of stay: December 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Howie F, General Manager at Howie's HomeStay
Responded 10 Dec 2024
Hi Mr A Amazing review and it was truly fun, as opposed to work, hosting you both! Thank you fo your patronage Howie & Jerri
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Merryhan wrote a review Jan 2024
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Our family spent Christmas at Howie's Home Stay and the experience was definitely one of a kind! We watched a ton of YouTube videos of the place before we went and hoped it was as "nice" as the videos but I must say it was 100 times better in real life! The place is like a piece of heaven, you cannot imagine the beauty and the calm energy you instantly feel as soon as you step into Howie's, it's true luxury I would say. But Howie's wouldn't be what it is without its amazing hosts who just made the experience not only memorable to us but to our 7 year old daughter who cried as we were leaving because she was going to miss Uncle Howie and Auntie Jery. We also had our 11 months old baby with us who loved her morning walks around the lake and was mesmerized by the ducks, birds and squirrels in the beautiful trees that surrounded the property and dipping her feet in the pool. And as I've been saving the best to last I have to thank the Amazing Chef Jery for making our dining experience the highlight of our whole Thailand trip! We've never had Thai food this good in our lives and that was our 3rd visit to Thailand.... the food was delicious and her desserts were heavinly! We also had a vegetarian friend with us and a friend with nut allergies and everyone had the same amazing food experience! But again it's not just the food, Jery is just the sweetest... our kids absolutely loved her! Her happy, loving evergy is infectious. We will definitely go back to Howie's because we feel like 4 nights were not enough!
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Howie F, General Manager at Howie's HomeStay
Responded 6 Feb 2024
Dear M&M Really nice to meet you all and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your wonderful review..... Greatly appreciated! Howie & Jerri
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Angela wrote a review July 2023
Miami, Florida
+1
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Most amazing experience at Howie’s HomeStay

From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by Howie and Jerri with warm smiles and genuine hospitality that made us feel instantly at home. Howie and his team have created an oasis of tranquillity and charm, ensuring that every aspect of my stay was perfect.

It was like staying with family, but better. Howie and his wife Jerri are the perfect hosts, they made us feel welcome and pampered from the moment we arrived. The villa is stunning, spacious and comfortable, with a spectacularly beautiful garden and pool. The food was delicious, authentic and varied, Jerri’s Tom Yum Goong and Gaeng Hang Lay Moo were real treats and she catered to my dietary preferences. I enjoyed the activities that Howie arranged for us, such as visiting an elephant sanctuary, a Thai cooking class and an amazing temple tour of Wat Ban Den. The menagerie of ducks, turtles and sweet dogs, especially CoCo was just another reason to make us feel at home. We are a family of 5 and this place was perfect for it’s privacy and ambiance that allowed us all to connect with each other.

We also loved relaxing in the pool and the pool gazebo, reading books from their library and chatting with Howie and Jerri. They are so knowledgeable and friendly they gave us great tips and insights about Thailand and its culture. Our guide, Mr. Addy and all the staff were perfect as well. I can’t recommend Howie’s HomeStay enough it was the highlight of our long-awaited trip and for sure we will come back again.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Howie F, General Manager at Howie's HomeStay
Responded 27 July 2023
Hi T & A Thank you for your lovely comments and we thoroughly enjoyed your visit. Our dinners together, enjoying Jerri's cuisine were crazy good fun. See you again and Thank you again as well! Jerri & Howie
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JOHN C wrote a tip May 2024
Delray Beach, Florida15 contributions20 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Relax and enjoy!"
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supersar100 wrote a tip Apr 2024
Hong Kong, China10 contributions21 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Just go!!"
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Salesman177 wrote a tip Jan 2024
Arlington, VA2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The place is perfect. "
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LisaKnoxville wrote a tip Nov 2023
Knoxville211 contributions192 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Relax and let Howie do his magic planning your stay."
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K C wrote a tip June 2023
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"Once in a lifetime experience"
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PRICE RANGE
AU$1,399 - AU$1,698 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
ThailandChiang Mai ProvinceMae Rim
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Howie's HomeStay
Which popular attractions are close to Howie's HomeStay?
Nearby attractions include Elephant POOPOOPAPER Park (2.3 km), Siam Insect Zoo (0.5 km), and Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden (6.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Howie's HomeStay?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Howie's HomeStay?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Howie's HomeStay?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, barbeque facilities, and a snack bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Howie's HomeStay?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Howie's HomeStay?
Conveniently located restaurants include Steak Of The Day, Sala Cafe, and Pansawan Boutique Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Howie's HomeStay?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Howie's HomeStay have airport transportation?
Yes, Howie's HomeStay offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Howie's HomeStay?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Thai.
Are there any historical sites close to Howie's HomeStay?
Many travellers enjoy visiting The Dara Pirom Palace (3.5 km).
Does Howie's HomeStay have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
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