Denis Private Island

Denis Private Island

Location

Denis Island is part of the Seychelles Inner Island Group, 95kms north of the main island of Mahé, accessible by light aircraft for a 30minutes journey. The Island is a destination for only the chosen few ... a private island

sanctuary where simplicity, comfort, pleasure and relaxation co-exist equally in perfect harmony. An exclusive paradise where tranquility prevails and men enjoys a unique opportunity to live once again, according to the timeless rhythms of nature.

Hotel Description

Share in an authentic private island experience in one of Denis Island’s 25 elegant cottages, and villas each with its own private beachfront with sun loungers and chairs. Decorated in a natural theme, the cottages are spread amidst casuarinas and coconut trees on either side of the main house, stone’s throw from the beach. Alongside are pathways and tracks that meander through the coconut groves and into the forested interior of the island.

Accommodation

Beach Cottage – 3 cottages; the air-conditioned cottages are 90 sq metres in size each offering a high standard of comfort within a tasteful surrounding. Cottages have their own private beachfront with sun loungers, furnished sea-facing verandahs  and private courtyard with separate entrance featuring Al Fresco Shower.

Amenities

Double-Bed, sitting area, IDD telephone, IPOD docking station, writing desk, tea and coffee making facilities, mini fridge, iron/ ironing board, dressing table, air conditioning and ceiling fan in bedroom. Open bathroom featuring a ceiling fan, shower, bath, double vanity, W.C, bidet and hairdryer and which lead into a private courtyard with al fresco shower.

Maximum occupancy; 2 adults and 2 children

Deluxe Beach Cottage – 10 cottages; the air-conditioned cottages are 130 sq metres in size with extended sea facing private deck with sala and daybed offering a high standard of comfort within a tasteful surrounding. Cottages have their own private beachfront with sun loungers, furnished sea-facing verandahs and private courtyard with separate entrance featuring Al Fresco Shower.

Amenities

Double-Bed, sitting area, IDD telephone, IPOD docking station, writing desk, tea and coffee making facilities, mini fridge, iron/ ironing board, dressing table, air conditioning and ceiling fan in bedroom. Open bathroom featuring a ceiling fan, shower, bath, double vanity, W.C, bidet and hairdryer and which lead into a private courtyard with al fresco shower.

Maximum occupancy; 2 adults and 2 children

Beachfront Spa Cottage – 10 cottages; the air-conditioned cottages are 150 sq metres in size with extended sea facing private deck Cottages have their own private beachfront with sun loungers, extended sea facing private deck with sala and daybed together with a Spa Pavillion. It also features private courtyard with separate entrance featuring Al Fresco Shower and Massage Zone.

Amenities

King-size Bed, sitting area, IDD telephone, IPOD docking station, writing desk, tea and coffee making facilities, mini fridge, iron/ ironing board, dressing table, air conditioning and ceiling fan in bedroom. Open bathroom featuring a ceiling fan, shower, bath, double vanity, W.C, bidet, comprehensive amenity kit, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer and which lead into a private courtyard with al fresco shower.

Maximum occupancy; 2 adults and 2 children

Family Villa – 1 villa; The spacious (169sqm) Family Villa has private beachfront with sun loungers; recommended for families, and offers a separate bedroom with King-size bed, furnished lounge with two permanent twin beds that can accommodate 2 children less than 12 years of age. On the exterior, there is a large sea-facing private deck with sitting and dining area. It also features a private courtyard with separate entrance featuring Al Fresco Shower.

Amenities

Master bedroom with king size bed, furnished lounge with two permanent twin beds, IDD telephone, IPOD docking station, sitting area,writing desk, tea and coffee making facilities, mini fridge, wine chiller, iron/ ironing board, dressing table, air conditioning and ceiling fan in bedroom and lounge. Bathroom opens onto private courtyard; features Double vanity, Shower, Bath, WC, Bidet and Hairdryer and which lead into a private courtyard with al fresco shower.

Maximum occupancy; 2 adults and 3 children

Beach Villa – 1 villa; The air conditioned Villa, with a generous 325 sq m of living space, features private beachfront with sun loungers, extended sea-facing private deck with outdoor sitting area and dining area, a dining pavilion and a barbeque area. The villa is also equipped with a plunge pool and a sala day bed. The Interior is fashioned with a king size bed, lounge area, writing desk and a wine chiller.

Amenities

King-size bed, lounge area, sitting area, IDD telephone, IPOD docking station, writing desk, tea and coffee making facilities, mini fridge, iron/ ironing board, dressing table, air conditioning and ceiling fan in bedroom, and on veranda. Open bathroom featuring a ceiling fan, shower, bath, double vanity, W.C, comprehensive amenity kit, bidet, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer and which lead into a private courtyard with al fresco shower.

Maximum occupancy: 2 adults and 2 children.

Restaurants & Bars

An imposing L-shaped building located on the seafront Island’s western promontory houses the bar, lounge on two levels with contemporary and comfortable furnishings, superb wine cellar (wine- tasting possibilities), boutique, library, lodge’s administration and also its spacious bar and restaurant areas that propose an inviting and authentic atmosphere of languid, island-style living.

The restaurant is already an enviable reputation for some of the finest cuisine in Seychelles. The outside terrace restaurant offers a diverse and refined culinary experience – a perfect marriage of home-grown fruits, vegetables and herbs along with poultry, eggs and milk  from the farm and fresh seafood from the surrounding waters.

The restaurant is opened from 07.30 – 10.00hrs for breakfast and offers clients a sumptuous breakfast buffet of local fruits, freshly squeezed juices, farm eggs, fresh croissants and Danish pastries.

Lunches present a choice of three buffets: Salad; a variety of hot dishes complemented by an open grill preparing fish or meat and, finally, a table of desserts. Opening hours is from 13.00 – 14.30hrs.

Dinner is served at 20.00 – 22.30hrs. Most nights guests are offered 5course menu, interrupted by theme evenings: Creole night (Creole Buffet served on Thursdays and Saturdays) including entertainment by the island dancers, Japanese night showcasing the Sushi Chef’s demonstration of live cooking using the freshest ingredients and al fresco dining under the stars.

Candle light dinners on the beach or at the deck of the villas may be organized upon request at a charge.

The bar is the natural place for a reunion after a fulfilling day, whether with friends or in intimate tête á tête over one of the island’s delicious cocktails.

Opening hours: 8.30hrs – midnight

Denis Island offers a variety of theme evenings and alternative dining experiences such as Seafood Night, Creole Nights, Grill Night or ‘Alfresco Dining Experiences’ Wine Cellar ‘Degustation’ and Dining is new to Denis, whereby a special ‘Menu Degustation’ is served in the Wine Cellar for an intimate evening. The atmosphere is enhanced by a comprehensively stocked cellar which stocks different wines stacked as per country of origin and label. A setting with a difference for a special evening.

Hotel Facilities

Island boutique that stocks casual wear, beachwear, toiletries, souvenirs and other useful items.

Baby Sitting: A baby sitter, who charges on an hourly basis, may be arranged through reception giving 24 hour advance notice.

Business assistance: with faxing, typing, duplicating or e-mail requirements and also with international phone calls is possible.

Library Tennis Court

Diving by On-Site Dive Center five-star PADI operator Snorkeling Excursions

Guided Nature Walks and Expeditions Windsurfing

Canoeing Fishing

Recreation, Leisure & Sport

Enjoy a read in the informal ‘Bigorno’ lounge that manages to capture a perfect atmosphere of island quiet or perhaps a game of billiards or one of the many board games available to guests. There is also a floodlit tennis court, a choice of non-motorized water sports and the delights of the nature or jogging trails to discover.

Wellness

A range of treatments and massages using natural products including island produced coconut oil is offered in the intimacy of the cottages or the dedicated massage sala in the courtyards of the Beachfront Spa Cottage.

Other

Dress Code: Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers after 19:30 hrs at the hotel lobby, bar and restaurant.

Communications: There is no signal for mobile phones on Denis Island. All the rooms are equipped with IDD telephones and the hotel receptionist will be pleased to help you with any local or international calls.