North Island - Seychelles

The villas capture the essence of North Island - They provide a private sanctuary within a sanctuary!

Location

North Island is most northerly of the inner granitic islands of the Seychelles archipelago. It is located approximately 32 km northwest of the main island, Mahé and five km north of its nearest neighbour Silhouette. The island is about 2.5 km long by 1 km wide - an area of around 210 hectares

Accommodation
12 Luxury Villa with Private Pool - Full Butler Service Catering
The villas capture the essence of North Island - they provide a private sanctuary within a sanctuary.
Up to 4 adults
The 12 guest villas have been lovingly handcrafted on the island from wood, local stone and glass with thatched "ylang-ylang" roofs. With a footprint of over 450 square metres, each villa is completely self-contained and comprises a luxuriously proportioned bedroom; a writing and change- room area with a huge en-suite bathroom with a Balinese marble bath and an outside shower for these who enjoy showering under the stars. Air-conditioning, overhead "punkah punkah" fans and fully retracting sliding windows (for 270 degree views) and mosquite nets provide a cosseting environment for the enjoyment of balmy ocean breezes. An additional study or bedroom is equipped with a DVD/CD system, internet access and can be rearranged to serve as accommodation for children.
The kitchen leads off the expansive sun-deck and covered lounge area. Guests can elect to enjoy their meals in their villa or in our main dining room.
A private plunge poll and sala finishes off your private sanctuary.
A full butler service catering for your every need include in-villa meals or delicious picnics on secluded beaches.

Recreation
There are 3 main beaches on the island- at any time one of these beaches will sheltered from the prevailing winds.
Swimming Pool
he activities offered on North Island reflect the ethos of rehabilitation and preservation that drives North island. Only activities that have minimal impact on the environment and on other guests are available

Walking: a network of paths will link the western and eastern sides of the island. These permit residents to explore the island by climbing the granite outcrops and crossing the saddle linking the eastern and western plateaux

Snorkelling: good snorkelling sites have been identified around the island. Masks and fins are available at the dive centre if you wish to explore these sites, either on your own or in the company of a staff member (depending on your familiarity with snorkelling).
Scuba Diving: the Seychelles is part of the world's longest coral reef system (the Mascarene Plateau) and has some of the world's best scuba diving sites. Numerous dive sites have been identified around North Island and its nearest neighbour Silhouette Island.
Sea Kayaking: those who wish to explore the island from the sea will be able to do so using sea kayaks. Tuition and guidance will be provided.
Fly Fishing- Deep Sea Fishing
Health Spa: a state of the art spa, salon and gym offers you the opportunity to enjoy exercise, massages, facials, body wraps, spa baths. The spa and salon feature marine-based products and therapy. The location of the centre on a granite promontory just above the ocean offers those using the centre with the added dimension of spectacular views of the sea

Turtles: depending on the time of the year guests may be lucky enough to witness the Hawksbill and Green turtles laying their eggs on the eastern and western beaches of North Island
Trips to Silhouette Island: located some five kilometres to the south, Silhouette is a soaring granite island, whose peaks are constantly enveloped in clouds. The granite mainly drops sharply into the sea and Silhouette has few beaches and is only accessible through a recently constructed breakwater harbour or by helicopter. Silhouette's attractions include an excellent example of a Seychelles plantation house (built in 1850) and now a museum and the remains of its once thriving copra processing plant. Ron Gerlach is the resident ecologist and runs a breeding programme for the highly endangered Seychelles giant tortoises and terrapin. His immaculate research centre is worth a visit and depending on the time of the year you may see turtle eggs (Hawksbill ad Green turtles) being incubated. For the energetic and fit, Silhouette has some challenging hiking trails.

Restaurants and Bars

Restaurant
Sunset Bar
This simple, rustic bar, located just above the high water mark on the northern end of Grande Anse provides the most spectacular view down the length of the beach to Silhouette in the distance - it will have you emptying your camera! When the weather permits, dinner will be served at Sunset Bar
The Sunset Bar is located next to one of the best snorkelling and swimming spots on North Island and provides drinks and light snacks for those wanting to enjoy this beach