What Residence on the Rocks is all about

Residence on the Rocks is hidden amongst primary forest vegetation on a hill side between Anse Intendance and Taka Maka Bay (Intendance beach being a few minutes walk from the Residence). It overlooks the beaches of both of these bays. The privately owned property is managed by the Banyan Tree Resort and all the nearby resort’s services, including room service and access to  the resort’s spa facilities and restaurants are available to guests of the residence. A butler is also assigned to the residence. It  offers a hideaway type of setting which, in the Seychelles context,  is unmatched in terms of privacy and  exclusivity.

The individually designed and decorated rooms make for a distinctly different life style experience compared to what any  standardized hotel product can offer.  The colonial/creole style villa reflects the  splendor of a bygone era  with the furnishings and décor consisting of antique hand crafted products wherever possible. A yearning for the human touch and the history which comes with some of the recycled and hand crafted items was also  incorporated  in the overall design and construction process. To the owners luxury was not about merely a logo glued on a piece of brand name equipment, but finding a home for range of colonial furniture pieces and eclectic  objets d’art  collected over a life time of travel.  The end result is a product with a powerful and unique  emotional appeal .

Renewed appreciation for family and friends is, today, an important  incentive for upscale consumers. The residence with its four bedrooms,  of which two in  cottages with separate access pathways,  enhances family life and interaction and makes for a perfect  family retreat.

For any upscale group of travellers looking for a product offering the ultimate in privacy, exclusivity and luxury,  Residence on the Rocks is a one of a kind product.

Excursions and stays on outer islands can be easily booked and renting a car is recommended and can be arranged .  It provides the necessary  freedom as far as exploring the wide range of beaches along the main coastal roads of Mahe or to do some shopping and bring back some favorite food items or beverages for the butler to work with. There are a range of restaurants within easy driving distance of the residence which  make it possible to sample the local cuisine for casual luncheons or diners (breakfast is included at the main resort restaurant or on a room service basis).

The owners handle the marketing of the residence and are looking for only a limited number of guest stays per year.  They  welcome personal contact with any party looking for further information or wanting to book the residence.