TRAVEL GUIDE
Saint-François and Guadeloupe
Our concierge’s selection of what to do, where to eat, and how to make the most of the archipelago. All activities can be organised on your behalf.
Saint-François & the estate vicinity
Anse Champagne beach
A five-minute walk from the estate. White sand, calm water, natural shade. The right beach for a morning swim.
Kitesurfing & wing foil
Saint-François is one of the top spots in the Caribbean for wind sports. Several schools operate from the lagoon shore.
Marina
The marina is 5 minutes from the estate. Boat hire, catamaran day trips, fishing charters — all available directly from the pontoon.
Golf, 18 holes
The Robert Trent Jones course borders the lagoon, 5 minutes away. Permanent trade winds, open views. Golf carts available.
Town centre
Market, bakeries, local restaurants, supermarket. Everything within walking distance of the estate gate.
Restaurants
Le Colombo
Saint-FrançoisThe most reliable address in town. Creole cuisine, fresh fish, covered terrace. Book ahead in season.
Le Zagaya
Saint-FrançoisInventive local cooking in a relaxed setting. Good for a long lunch.
Le Mabouya
Saint-FrançoisFamily-run, straightforward menu, grilled fish and accras. A local favourite.
L'Autre Version
Saint-FrançoisMore refined than the others, slightly higher prices, worth it for a special evening.
Le Balaou
Saint-François marinaOn the waterfront, seafood-focused, relaxed atmosphere. Good choice after a boat trip.
Grande-Terre
La Désirade
An hour by catamaran. One of the last preserved islands of Guadeloupe — iguanas, deserted beaches, the end of the world feeling.
Pointe des Châteaux
20 minutes east. The easternmost tip of the archipelago, rocky coastline, Atlantic swell. Dramatic landscape.
Saint-François market (Saturday)
The best local market in Grande-Terre. Fish, spices, rum, tropical fruit.
Basse-Terre
Guadeloupe National Park
Rainforest, volcanic trails, waterfalls. La Soufrière volcano (1,467 m) is accessible from Basse-Basse-Terre. 1.5 hours by road.
Chutes du Carbet
Three cascading waterfalls in the heart of the forest. One of the most visited natural sites in the Caribbean.
Grande Anse beach
A broad arc of golden sand on the west coast. Protected from the trade winds, sheltered swimming.
The outer islands
Les Saintes
A 1.5-hour catamaran from Saint-François. Two islands, a colonial-era fort, turquoise lagoon. Day trips available from the marina.
Marie-Galante
Flat, green, authentic. Sugar mills, rum distilleries, deserted beaches. A slower pace than the main island.
Petite-Terre
A nature reserve 30 minutes offshore. Sea turtles, iguanas, pristine reef. Day trips with licensed guides only.
Organise your programme
Our concierge arranges activities, restaurants, transfers, and excursions — before and during your stay. Contact us with your preferences.
Contact the concierge