North Island is a private island retreat that epitomizes “barefoot luxury”. Just 15 minutes by helicopter from Mahe, the island’s majestic profile rises from the sea and beacons the lucky few who have chosen this island paradise for their vacation. Each of the 11 self-contained villas has two bedrooms, a main bedroom and a second bedroom. Whilst the villa is primarily occupied by one or two guests, you may use the second bedroom for children or friends and this is available at an additional cost. The villas have been individually handcrafted by Seychellois and African craftsmen on the Island from wood, local stone and glass with thatched roofs. A luxuriously proportioned master bedroom with change-room and writing area leads onto a large en-suite bathroom with marble bath and two showers, one indoor and one outdoor. The bedrooms are air-conditioned, and all rooms have overhead “punkah punkah” fans. The fully retracting sliding doors allow for uninterrupted views onto the lawns and the turquoise seas in front of each villa. There is satellite television, a DVD/CD system and Internet access. The kitchen leads off the lounge/dining area. A private plunge pool and sala are the finishing touches in this private sanctuary.