Mrs. Sylvania Ernesta

This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.

Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:  

Bernique guest house used to be the Creole style house with wooden windows and doors, the natural ventilation was cool enough and a ceiling fan was then adequate...

Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative: 

... to keep the temperature down especially at night. The trend has changed, the climate is getting warmer and humidity is on the rise. The conventional ceiling fans can no longer maintain a low temperature. You told us that we need air-conditioning. Therefore, we are changing all the wooden windows to install insulated ones. We are increasing our power demand and by the end of May to the beginning of June all our rooms will be air-conditioned. There is very little trade-off that we can do on this project when it comes to our environment.

Breathe easy in the midst of nature at the Bernique Guesthouse, located on La Digue Island. This small establishment is well-known for its unique Creole decor, like the exceptional thatched leaf palm roof and the locally made Takamaka furniture used throughout the premises. For electricity, they use half-energy bulbs and solar panels to save maximum energy in the guesthouse. The Bernique Guesthouse boasts of a nice Creole style restaurant where mouth-watering traditional dishes are served.