Balenbouche Estate
Balenbouche Estate, Laborie, Saint Lucia – Great location - show map
- Houses
- View
- Garden
- BBQ facilities
- Washing machine
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Free parking
- Bath
With its two secret beaches, on-site trails and tropical gardens, Balenbouche Estate is a renowned natural heritage site that offers vacations and retreats off the beaten path yet within 20–30 minutes of most of the island’s popular attractions. Six eco-friendly cottages (Calabash, Waterlily, Frangipani, Almond, Banyan and Moringa) are shaded by trees and cooled by the tropical breeze. Each cottage includes Wi-Fi and a kitchenette (equipped with a small fridge, kettle, stove, French press and basic cooking utensils), solar-powered hot showers, mosquito nets, standing fans, bed linen, towels and a private outdoor seating area. Guests can enjoy personal tours of the property and discover all that this officially designated natural heritage site has to offer, including an 18th-century sugar mill, nature trails and beaches, a river, pastures and organic vegetable gardens. Animals include cows, horses, cats, dogs, tortoises, many bird species, bees and other wildlife. Families, couples and single travellers who love the outdoors and are seeking an alternative to the typical resort environment will find themselves quickly feeling relaxed and at home. For meals, there are several options. We offer a daily breakfast, a dinner on the day of arrival (please let us know in advance), and a weekly buffet-style dinner in our historic, 180-year-old plantation house. All meals are freshly prepared using largely local ingredients. A rustic barn has been converted into a yoga studio and is free for guests to use. Private yoga classes can be arranged, as well as massages, meditation and other healing therapies. Many come to the estate to relax, reconnect and simply enjoy being present again. Balenbouche is a great starting point for exploring the peaceful and authentic South of the island. Public transport is available right in front of the property, and taxis and car rentals can be arranged. A village with a beach, fruit stand, small convenience store, bar and BBQ is within walking distance. The two fishing villages of Laborie and Choiseul are within an 8-minute drive, offering supermarkets, hardware store, ATM, bakery, bars, street food and restaurants. The driving time to Soufriere is 30 minutes; to the UVF airport 20 minutes; and to Castries 90 minutes.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
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- ZsuzsannaUnited Kingdom“The cottage was a beautiful little rural shack in the jungle like estate, absolutely perfect for us. As cat lovers we very much appreciated the friendly resident cat and farmyard life in general. The breakfasts were very good and the hostess was...”
- MichaelUnited Kingdom“Six of us stayed in Banyon cottage, which is a lovely location on the estate, with lots of animals and things to do for the kids. Amazing welcome, and hospitality from Uta and Verena, Balenbouche is truly a fusion of nature, history, and charm and...”
- GrantoineUnited Kingdom“Peace and quite. Felt isolated , but it was in walking distance to lots of things. Breakfast was good.”
Managed by Uta Lawaetz
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German,English,FrenchProperty surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
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Facilities of Balenbouche EstateGreat facilities! Review score, 8.5
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Mosquito net
- Private entrance
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- MassageAdditional charge
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Packed lunches
- Breakfast in the room
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Temporary art galleriesOff-site
- Beach
- SnorkellingOff-site
- Horse ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Hiking
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Wake-up service
- Landmark view
- Garden view
- View
- Detached
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Car hire
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
- German
- English
- French
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cash Balenbouche Estate accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Balenbouche Estate in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
FAQs about Balenbouche Estate
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Balenbouche Estate is 2.2 miles from the centre of Laborie. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Balenbouche Estate offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Massage
- Hiking
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Windsurfing
- Fitness classes
- Temporary art galleries
- Private beach area
- Tour or class about local culture
- Horse riding
- Walking tours
- Yoga classes
- Beach
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The nearest beach is just 450 yards from Balenbouche Estate. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, Balenbouche Estate is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Balenbouche Estate has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Balenbouche Estate on this page.
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Check-in at Balenbouche Estate is from 15:00, and check-out is until 13:00.
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You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Balenbouche Estate (subject to availability). These have:
- 1 bedroom
- 2 bedrooms
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Balenbouche Estate (subject to availability). These can accommodate:
- 2 guests
- 4 guests
- 5 guests
- 6 guests
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
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The prices at Balenbouche Estate may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Balenbouche Estate on this page.