The owners are passionate about Creole culture and have renovated this mansion with a happy respect for the spirit of the place. Curl up with your sweetie in one of the three rooms complete with period furniture, Creole ceilings and rich fabrics. Best is the vast garden, with ocean views and a superb swimming pool. A great place to decompress.
One minus: bathrooms are not en suite. It's in La Montagne, about 10km from St-Denis (10 to 15 minutes by car) – you'll need a vehicle.