Balenbouche Estate

Cottages

Our family owned St. Lucia Guest house and Eco resort offers four guest cottages created from historic wooden structures. The 70 acre Heritage site includes an original Plantation House, 18th century sugar mill, fruit and flower gardens, lily ponds, nature trails and secluded beaches.

 

Weddings and Retreats

Balenbouche is the perfect location for weddings and holiday retreats, including yoga and wellness, artist and family retreats. We offer everything to make your marriage in St Lucia intimate and unforgettable, including many stunning wedding photo opportunities.

 

Restaurants & Attractions

Balenbouche is a great starting point for getting around St Lucia by bus, taxi or rental car. Many of St. Lucia’s best activities and attractions, as well as several local restaurants are within a 5-30 minute drive.

 

 

History

Balenbouche Estate chronicles St. Lucia’s history for over 2000 years. Our Self-guided and Guided plantation tours include local St Lucia plant and wildlife, Amerindian tools and pottery, an 18th century sugar mill, and the antique furnished 180-year old Plantation House.

 

Mission

Balenbouche is a  unique  heritage site, family home and Guesthouse, which pioneered ecotourism in St. Lucia over 20 years ago. An old property requires a large commitment, and much of the maintenance is done ourselves. Our holistic approach seeks to nurture and preserve Balenbouche for many future generations.

 

What you can expect whilst staying at our Guesthouse

Seclusion: The closest town, supermarket & ATM are a 15 min. drive. A few local restaurants are within 5 – 15 minutes.

Animals: Horses, cows, dogs, cats, and many useful and harmless creatures such as ants, spiders, lizards, bugs, frogs, crickets, bats. Against mosquitoes, we use repellant, protective clothing, nets and incense coils.

Tropical design: All cottages and structures are designed for outdoor living. There are no screens, only mosquito nets over the beds. The bedrooms are lockable (and a safe is available).

Antiquity: Almost everything at Balenbouche is aged or recycled, giving the place its unique character.

Low technology: No A/C, TV or phone (standing fans, free wireless and central phone are provided).

Energy conservation: We compost and recycle, use solar heating and rain water, and ask guests to conserve energy.

Beaches: We do not have a pool. Several charming natural beaches (partly rocky, partly sandy, with fairly strong surf) are within a 5 – 15 minute walk.

For more details on staying at the Balenbouche Estate Guest house, please see our printable Balenbouche visitor’s guide