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About this property

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Set high above sea level, Villa Kayola - Self Catering is set on Mahe Island, 15 minutes' walk from the beach at Anse aux Pins. Free private parking is available on site. All units feature a seating area. Some units have a terrace and/or balcony with sea or mountain views. There is also a dining area and a kitchenette equipped with a microwave, a toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a kettle. Every unit features a private bathroom with a shower and toilet. Towels and bed linen are featured. All rooms offer free WiFi and air conditioning. The nearest airport is Seychelles International Airport, 3.7 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Davey
    Germany Germany
    Great place, jimmy was a great host, they organised ferry pick up and airport drop off for us , so we didn’t need to worry about anything. Lots of cats and dogs around, all very friendly. Very comfy bed and amazing view over the ocean and the...
  • Erik
    United States United States
    The views from the guesthouse are wonderful! Also, the owners thought about the details very carefully in the room. There is everything you need to cook a meal, take a hot shower with clean towels and plenty of hooks, and a very comfortable clean...
  • Ashutosh
    India India
    The Room is at the Hill top with a really nice view to the whole city and the beach. The price of the room is also reasonable which is an added bonus. The host is really welcoming and helps with all the arrangements which are needed. The rooms...
  • Артем
    Russia Russia
    Absolutely wonderful stay. Jimmy, the host of Villa, showed me perfect beaches and gave papaya and avocado from his garden for back trip. Maya helped me to pay despite that my card stop working. I also recommend to book second floor room because...
  • Sylvain
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The down to earth nature of the guests. We had more of a father children time and we came back with a fruit basket. Mr Jimmy is an amazing man and he opted to be take us to the places we went, came back for pick up. Their place is so nature...
  • Sabir
    Morocco Morocco
    I had an amazing stay at this property! The cleanliness was impeccable, and all the amenities were in excellent condition. The mountain and beach view from my room and the balcony was truly breathtaking and incredibly relaxing. What made this...
  • Stavroula
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The friendly owner, the amazing local food, and the magical top hill view thank you Mr. Jimmy 😀
  • Simon
    Austria Austria
    excellent service, we were received directly at the ferry station, everything went very quickly. I would recommend to anyone! We were very satisfied. If you have the chance to eat with Jimmy, try his fish it was the best fish i have ever eaten.
  • Alex
    Romania Romania
    Jimmy the host, takes hospitality to the next level! Best meal we ate in entire holiday! Jimmy has Fabulous cooking skill! Outstanding value for money value! Allthough I usually enjoy seeing different places, definetlly a place to revisit!
  • Gjalt
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We had a wonderful stay at the apartments on top of Jimmy’s house. He is such a kind person that really elevated our stay in the Seychelles. The food he can cook for you is also amazing for a very fair price! If you don’t mind a appartement at a...

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Company review score: 9.8Based on 192 reviews from 1 property
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Company info

You will get to know us over dinner or BBQ.

Property info

We are located in a peaceful area, away from all activities, at Upper Cayole Estate, Anse Aux Pins. Anse Aux Pins is in the South Eastern part of the main island, Mahe. The property is spacious, air conditioned, modernly furnished with kitchenette (for light cooking) and all required amenities. We have panoramic view of the southern side of Mahe. We are 15 - 20 minutes walk, uphill, from the main road. Unless you intend to use this opportunity to do some physical fitness exercise, car rental is strongly advised. Free wi-fi is available in the apartments and on certain areas on the premises. We provide a communal kitchen (downstairs) for guests wishing to do some heavy (meat, fish) cooking.House cleaning services are available twice weekly with none on the weekends and public holidays. We have pets (dogs) living on the property. In addition to fresh beach towels all linens for apartments are provided. Check in/out time : 14:00hrs / 10:00hrs (Special times outside the normal are negotiated upon request.)

Neighborhood info

From the main road it is uphill all the way to the house. The neighbourhood is quiet and safe.

Languages Spoken

English,French

Area info

House rules

Villa Kayola - Self Catering takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 60 is required on arrival. That's about $69. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 15 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

15+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 60 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 AM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there a cat and dogs on the premises.

Please inform Villa Kayola - Self Catering of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.

Quiet hours are between 09:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

A damage deposit of € 60 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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