Photos: Mariateresa Peluso on Google Maps
- Rooms
- 10 rooms, 20 beds
- Where
- Baie Sainte Anne, Praslin
- Beach
- 4 min by car
- Airport
- 15 min by car
The Old School sits right by the ferry port at Baie Sainte Anne on the east side of Praslin, and the name fits, this is a converted schoolhouse turned into large self-catering apartments. Guests are struck by how spacious and how new everything feels, apartments described as huge, brand new, spotless and fully equipped, with a washing machine and everything you need for a self-catering stay. Several mention a stunning view over the port and the boats coming and going.
- Licence
- Self Catering
- Status
- Operational
- Register number
- No. 715
- Manager
- Mrs Jeannie Pomeroy
- Rooms
- 10
- Beds
- 20
- Address
- Baie Sainte Anne, Praslin
- Telephone
- Show number +2 more
- Show email
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About The Old School
The hosting earns a lot of the praise. The landlady is called kind and attentive, staff give a warm welcome, and there are stories of the team going well beyond the basics, arranging car hire and a Curieuse Island boat trip, even quietly doing guests' dishes, and in one case helping a guest recover a lost phone.
The location is practical for arrivals and island trips. It is about a ten minute walk from the main ferry terminal, roughly three kilometres from the palm forest of the Vallée de Mai, with a grocery just around the corner and the Côte d'Or beaches and restaurants a short drive north. For anyone island-hopping or planning day trips to Curieuse and La Digue, being this close to the jetty is a real convenience.
The honest note, made plainly by a few guests, is that this is not a beach location. The nearest good beaches need a drive or a bus, the immediate area is quiet and can be dark at night, and shops and restaurants are a little way off.
What Guests Say
Nestled next to the picturesque Perry Port of Praslin, Old School Self Catering offers a truly delightful stay with a stunning view of the port. Its prime location makes it convenient for exploring nearby attractions such as the serene Cote D'Or Beach and the iconic Vallée de Mai, adding a touch of nature’s splendor to
Our days in Old School Self Catering apartment have been fantastic. The apartment has all the facilities and is very clean. Besides, the jetty is very close. The staff is super kind, nice and attentive. They arranged the car hiring and the Curieuse Island trip with boat and made our stay very comfortable. We recommend
Such a great little place! The apartment was huge, brand new, spotless and had absolutely everything you need. The surroundings were quiet during the night and the landlady was kind enough to help with whatever inquiry we had for them. They even did our dishes which we didn't expect them to do. Downstairs there was thi
We had a fabulous time at the Old School, the place is only a 10-minute walk from the main ferry terminal, 3 km from the Vallée de Mai and grocery stores are just around the corner. The rooms are spacious, very comfortable, the kitchen is fully equipped, and the staff is extremely helpful. Elca gave us a warm welcome o
Where It Is
| Airport | Praslin Island Airport | 15 min by car10.1 km |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry jetty | Baie Sainte Anne ferry jetty | 10 min on foot0.7 km |
| Beach | 1Anse Marie-Louise | 4 min by car2.5 km |
| Beach | 2Petit Anse | 3 min by car1.7 km |
| Beach | 3Anse Consolation | 5 min by car3.3 km |
Times are for a normal day on the local roads and paths, worked out from OpenStreetMap.
The Area
Baie Sainte Anne is Praslin's main ferry gateway, on the island's east coast, where the boats from Mahé and La Digue dock. It is a working village and transport hub rather than a beach resort, which makes it a handy base for island-hopping and day trips to Curieuse and Cousin. The palm forest of the Vallée de Mai is a short drive inland, and the beaches and restaurants of the Côte d'Or line the north coast a little further on. A hire car or the island bus makes reaching Praslin's famous beaches straightforward from here.
Questions People Ask
How many rooms does The Old School have?
10 rooms and 20 beds, as listed on the Seychelles Tourism Department register.
Is The Old School licensed?
Yes. It is licensed as a self-catering establishment by the Seychelles Tourism Department, register number 715, with the status operational. The registered manager is Mrs Jeannie Pomeroy.
Where is The Old School?
In Baie Ste Anne, on Praslin, Seychelles.
How is The Old School rated?
4.8 out of 5 from over 94 Google reviews.
Can I book The Old School online?
Yes. The listing links to its live booking page with rates and availability.
How far is The Old School from the airport?
Praslin Island Airport is 10.1 km away, about 15 minutes by car.
How far is The Old School from the ferry jetty?
The Baie Sainte Anne ferry jetty is 0.7 km away, about 10 min on foot.
What is the nearest beach to The Old School?
Anse Marie-Louise, 2.5 km away, about 4 min by car.
Where this information comes fromEvery fact on this page has a source
Licence, category and location: Seychelles Tourism Department, Directory of Tourism Products (June 2026).
Photos, rating and guest reviews: the property's Google Maps listing.
Map and distances: OpenStreetMap contributors (coastline, roads, beaches, jetties), road and walking routes from routing.openstreetmap.de.
