Balenbouche EstatevsFond Doux Eco Resort
Both Balenbouche Estate and Fond Doux Plantation & Resort are praised by travel writers. Overall, Fond Doux Plantation & Resort scores significantly better than Balenbouche Estate. Fond Doux Plantation & Resort is ranked #11 in St. Lucia with approval from 6 reviews including Frommer's, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Balenbouche Estate
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
P.O. Box VF 707, Saint Lucia, Laborie, St. Lucia
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
- Free Parking
Travel + Leisure "-year-old wood from two houses in the nearby community of Fond St.-Jacques and has French doors framed by organza curtains, a veranda, and a shower made of river stones." Full review
Frommer's "One of the best lodging deals on the island is also one of its choicest, especially for those who want a full-throttle immersion in the lush life of a St. Lucian plantation." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Between Choiseul and Laborie you'll find this tranquil 18th-century estate home with an eco-bent, comprising four simple yet delightful all-wood garden cottages." Full review
Fond Doux Eco Resort
Oyster Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Fodor's Frommer's Lonely Planet
PO Box 250, Soufriere 250, St. Lucia
From $207/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Oyster3.0
"The rustic experience won't appeal to everyone... but adventurous travelers on a budget will surely appreciate the gorgeous authentic surroundings and affordable rates." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Overnight guests can choose between simple bungalows or one of several 19th-century cottages, which Lyton relocated from far-flung corners of the island and restored himself." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Of the number of places on St Lucia where you can stay on a working plantation, Fond Doux is the most scenic." Full review
Fodor's "It's a completely different type of vacation experience that allows you to soak up the environment, engage local culture, and feel part of history." Full review
Frommer's "Fond Doux's 135-acre organic plantation has been an active agricultural farm...the12 simple gingerbread cottages were moved from Castries to the rainforest gardens here, all uniquely different" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This 250-year-old working cocoa plantation is a great place to unwind...some boast private plunge pools. There is also a fine split-level communal pool with great views" Full review
