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Fregate Island Private Seychelles
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Bill and Melinda Gates and Jennifer and Brad Pitt all chose to stay at Fregate Island on their trips to the Seychelles, for good reason. Maybe it was the idyllic beaches, luxurious villas or the privacy of this hideaway situated one and a half hours by boat or 15 minutes by helicopter from the capital (not forgetting the fast track lane through the immigration). No-one lands on this island unannounced and for landing rights you’ll need to book a minimum of three nights at this barefoot luxury resort, more during peak season.
The sixteen Balinese-inspired villas, each one meauring a generous 185 sqm in size, provide ample indoor living space with some home comforts: tea and espresso, fruits, biscuits and flowers as standard. Sliding french doors and panoramic glass frontage provides unobstructed views of the ocean.
Oddly there is no beach access from the villas, although the nine beaches on the island provide year round swimming options. A 25metre infinity lap rock pool built into the rocks near to Frégate House will offer guests an alternative to swimming in the sea. The pool’s infinity edge spills into a waterfall, which cascades down the rocks towards the ocean. Surrounded by timber decking, full waiter service for food & drinks is available for guests as they relax on day beds on the sun deck by the gazebo. A plunge pool & two showers will also be in close vicinity & direct access to the beach is available.
The villas are spacious and with marvellous views of the stunning sea. The toiletries, in keeping with the environmental focus of both Fregate and the Seychelles are locally brewed from locally grown produce. Despite their traditional appearance and supremely laid-back ambiance, the climate controlled villas come well equipped with DVD machines and CD players. Prices at this luxe resort include full board.
For those romantic nights under the stars, enjoy the sala bed by the Jacuzzi
The island itself is a demonstration of the awesome beauty of nature. Majestic granite boulders stand amidst powdery white beaches and blue turquoise waters, andad contrast to the landscaped gardens, dense jungle and island peaks. Drive yourself the vantage points in your personal golf buggy for those scenic and romantic sunsets and sunrises.
Nine beaches are shared amongst sixteen villas and some beaches can be reserved on a first come, first serve basis. If the “Beach Occupied†sign is up, you’ll have to wait your turn for the chance of uninterrupted skinny tanning and dipping.Â
 A passionate team of ecologists guide visitors along attention-grabbing walks, pointing out bugs, endangered birds and historical blunders, as well as discussing their conservation and management of this island ecosystem.
Admirably Fregate produces the overwhelming majority of its vegetables and fruits. Chef Kurt Berman has implemented a new menu based on personal consultations with guests. The Fregate philosophy is to involve each guest in the entire process of choosing the fresh “garden” products themselves from the Hydroponic and organic plantation fields, to enjoying the presented dish at the dining table.
Located on one of the peaks of the island, guests will approach the spa through a natural rock archway under the roots of banyan trees. Incorporating nature’s elements: air, earth, water and fire (at night) the spa has various pools and rocks situated around the buildings that echo the natural local Creole architecture. The terraces have open-air stone baths and massage tables to enable treatments to be administered outdoors. An apothecary will make many of the remedial therapies on location from native ingredients and allow guests to choose their preferred treatment, seeing for themselves exactly how it is produced. Oils will also be imported from India and traditional therapies for ailments, detoxification, rejuvenation and revitalisation will be available.
Prices are a little steep, but for unrivalled luxury with nature at your doorstep, we say, well worth it.
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