Elevated even in name, these exclusive Maisons – villas or suites just wouldn’t do them justice – may be small in number but aren’t the slightest in stature. Hailing from the coveted LVMH collection, 52 luxurious lodgings begin with a dose of beachfront bliss (the largest in the Seychelles, no less), and climb into the quiet cushioning of a verdant green hillside. To the untrained eye, most would go unnoticed, save for each infinity pool lying in wait outside, between floor to ceiling windows and a stunning Seychellois view.
Like a dedication to the local way of life, everything from interior design to spa treatments takes inspiration from the island of Mahé; soft fair shades ranging from lily-white to stone are easy on the eye, recalling a laid-back lifestyle that leaves the landscape to impress. Effortlessly tied in is an unmistakable air of refinement, a telltale hallmark of French hospitality manifesting here as exquisite dining options and a perhaps unparalleled attention to detail.
Beach Villa
Spa Entrance
Ocean View
Beach Villa
Villa Interior
Panorama Hill Villa
It’s not often that the sights and sounds of the jungle sit side by side with the clean lines of polished luxury. And yet, Jean-Michel Garthy’s eye for design has created a kind of barefoot extravagance that doesn’t compromise on comfort.
Escaping into Mother Nature’s arms is all too easy when the destination moves from the whisper of waves and the hum of the wild to chic sophistication with a simple step indoors.
Purposely few and far between, the scattering of Maisons along the shoreline here has been designed with seclusion in mind. The sands of Anse Intendence may be open to all, though its cradling in a rocky landscape of luscious vegetation leaves this stretch largely to the resort alone. The result? Pristine white sands remaining undisturbed – save for your footsteps – and a calming quietude bettered only by retreating into the hillside for some spa-sought serenity.
Dining is nothing short of delightful across five distinct restaurants here. Of course, the culinary masterclass of Le 1947 features for a French fare of fine dining, accompanied by Creole classics taking on a Mediterranean twist at Sula. A traditional cottage beside a candlelit lake is the serene setting for Japanese gastronomy at Mizumi, where a handcrafted cocktail or two are an ideal accompaniment to any dish. Though to raise a glass at golden hour, be sure to pay a visit to poolside Vivamento. Specialists in Italian cuisine, theirs is the place to watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean.
Cheval Blanc may centre on relaxation, but when travellers in training are compelled to explore, there’s no way we’re going to stop them.
Whether they want to be swashbuckling pirates for the day, intent on exploration, or make a splash to swim like mermaids, Le Carrousel kid’s club has everything from creative team building quests to whimsical water play areas, complete with slides of course.
See the Seychelles from a new perspective in an exciting helicopter excursion to Cousin Island. Beginning from the moment you take to the skies, this experience is as much about the journey as the destination. Admire the tropical landscape as you soar above, on the lookout for wandering wildlife amidst spellbinding scenery. On arrival, you’ll be welcomed by the sights and sounds of exotic birdlife, and perhaps even the slow stroll of giant tortoises. Settle in for a fresh picnic of local favourites, enjoying the islands natural beauty utterly undisturbed.
A sleek hideaway that spills dramatically down a blissfully frangipani-scented, forested slope towards the ocean, Four Seasons has one of the island’s most swoon-worthy beach locations.
Untouched, lush jungles cover much of this conscious and considered private island; one that radiates supreme wellness and sustainability, and who’s on a mission to restore its natural ecology.
Seventy two coral islands so undisturbed that the oldest living creatures on earth call them home – these outermost islands of the Seychelles are deemed the untouched Edens of the world.
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