Longanis Lodge

The East


The Longanis stuns with its modern architecture and bucolic setting by a river shaded by majestic longani trees. The villa can accommodate up to six people, so it's a fantastic deal for friends or families. There's no restaurant nearby, but the owner can prepare meals on request (€25). It's possible to reserve for a night or two, but longer stays are preferred.

If you stay three nights or more, add a flat fee of €40 for housekeeping. It's in Abondance, about 5km from St-Benoît (take the road to Takamaka).


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