The Olive Tree: Location and Description
The Olive Tree is a self-catering house on a beautiful plot on the hill of La Misère, on the main island of Mahé in the Seychelles. The airport is 7 km away (20 minutes' drive), and the centre of the capital, Victoria, is 15 minutes away. The Eden Island complex, 15 minutes' drive away, has numerous restaurants, a casino, shops and bars. The nearest restaurant is the Chilli Bar & Restaurant, 5 minutes' drive away.
We can offer our guests dinner, but only subject to the availability of our caterer, who cooks on the premises. Guests have use of a portable barbecue.
The property offers a view of the sea on one side and of the lush green mountains on the other. The building lies in a quiet and safe area of the island, surrounded by green forest. Only the chirping of wild birds can be heard, and occasionally the bells of the small Catholic chapel opposite, on some Sundays. The mountain location is generally cooler than the coast and very pleasant at night. The central position on the main island is also an advantage. Guests have access to various parts of the island, including the north with the busy beach of Beau Vallon, as well as the south and west with beautiful, quieter and more secluded beaches.
The beautiful beach of Grand Anse and the Avani Barbarons Beach Hotel are a 10-minute drive to the west. The spacious garden invites guests to take a stroll, and guests can visit the young giant tortoises in the garden of the main residence.
The complex includes a large two-bedroom deluxe villa, with each bedroom fitted with two king-size beds. It is on the first floor and has a private pool. The villa sleeps up to 5 adults and/or 2 children (sofa bed in the living room). There is also a spacious one-bedroom apartment on the ground floor. It has its own entrance and access from the street. The bedroom has 2 large single beds, which can be used as one bed or as 2 single beds. The apartment sleeps 2 adults and 1 child (sofa bed in the bedroom). It sits in a garden with several fruit trees and, thanks to the large albizia trees, has a view of the sea.
Children are welcome, and cots are available for babies as well as for older children. Children up to 10 years stay free of charge. A fee of 20 euros is charged for children over 10 and for young adults. The house is very good value, as at the same prices it is more spacious than the usual tourist accommodation on the island.
The friendly staff live on site, so guests' wishes can be met at any time without their privacy being affected. We have a special arrangement with a car hire company. The hire car is handed over to guests on arrival and taken to the guesthouse, and staff help carry any extra luggage. The vehicles can be returned at the harbour or at the airport. Choose The Olive Tree for your stay in the Seychelles!
Enquiry to the holiday accommodation The Olive Tree
- No commission. Portals and agencies often charge hosts 15 to 20 per cent commission. Booking direct keeps the money on the island.
- Often cheaper. Many guesthouses pass the savings on as a better price, breakfast or a pick-up.
- Direct line. You can sort out questions, special requests and arrival time straight away with the people you will be staying with.
- Licensed properties only. All accommodation listed here appears on the current list from the Seychelles Ministry of Tourism.
Write once. We send your enquiry to up to 10 hosts and collect their replies for you. You then book directly with the host, with no commission.
3 accommodations €9.90, up to 10 accommodations €19.90, one-off fee.
Beaches near The Olive Tree
Attractions near The Olive Tree
International Kreol Institute2,3 km
Egbert Marday - Kreadyon Beau-et-Mien2,3 km
Rock Pool / Roche Saudiere / Ros Sodyer2,3 km
Mission Lodge2,9 km
Bel Air Friedhof | Cemetery3,2 km
Tea Factory | Teefabrik3,4 kmThe Olive Tree: What's nearby?
Frequently asked questions about The Olive Tree
Where is The Olive Tree?
The Olive Tree is on the North-west coast of Mahé. The area is called La Misere. The nearest beach we describe is Anse Barbarons, approx. 2.7 km as the crow flies.
How far is The Olive Tree from the airport?
Mahé International Airport is approx. 6.0 km away as the crow flies (approx. 20 min by car).
How do you get around on Mahé?
The nearest bus stop is approx. 50 m (approx. 5 min on foot). Public buses run on Mahé, and many guests also hire a car.
Where can you shop near The Olive Tree?
The nearest shop is approx. 550 m (approx. 10 min on foot).
Which restaurants are near The Olive Tree?
From our directory: Nayopi (approx. 2.2 km), Breizh Café (approx. 2.7 km), Eden Restaurant-Bravo (approx. 2.8 km).
Is there a dive school near The Olive Tree?
The nearest is Dive Seychelles Underwater Centre, approx. 7.4 km (approx. 20 min by car).
Where are the nearest pharmacy and doctor to The Olive Tree?
Nearest pharmacy: Eden Pharmacy, approx. 2.9 km. Nearest clinic: Euromedical Family Clinic (Providence branch), approx. 2.4 km.
When is the sea calm at The Olive Tree?
On the North-west coast, the sea is usually calm: April to November. Rougher: December to March (north-west monsoon, occasional waves).
How do you book The Olive Tree?
Directly with the host, with no commission. Through our enquiry service, your enquiry is translated and sent to The Olive Tree, and the reply and offer come directly from the host.
