Le Jardin de Beau Vallon

Emerging from an inland thicket of trees and sky-scraping cane leaves, Beau Vallon is an enchanting colonial estate that has been lovingly refurbished over the last few decades. Romantic dark-wood panelling, flavourful island spices and the lazy spin of frond-shaped ceiling fans make for an atmospheric setting. Unfortunately, when we visited the staff weren't as charming as the surrounds…