La Plaine St. André
Anse aux Pins
La Plaine St. André is a colonial-era sugarcane plantation located in the southeast of Mahé, Seychelles. The estate features distinctive Creole architecture with wide verandas and steep-pitched roofs, reflecting its colonial heritage. Originally established in the late 18th century, it was a major plantation supplying agricultural produce to the southern island areas during Seychelles' French colonial period. Today, it is notable for hosting the Trois Frères Distillery, the only commercial rum producer in Seychelles, which has been operating on site since 2002. The distillery was founded by the d’Offay brothers, who restored the national heritage estate to create a modern rum production facility while preserving its historical significance. The estate also includes an herbs and medicinal garden and a restaurant serving Creole cuisine, offering visitors a cultural and sensory experience. La Plaine St. André is linked to Seychelles' national identity, as the national anthem, "Koste Seselwa," was composed in an old house on the estate. The plantation house served as a meeting place for the local Masonic community in the 19th century, adding to its cultural heritage. The combination of historical architecture, cultural significance, and contemporary rum production makes La Plaine St. André a unique destination in Seychelles.
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Consejo: Visitors are advised to check the distillery's opening hours in advance and consider booking tours or tastings beforehand to ensure availability. The best time to visit is during the dry season for comfortable exploration of the estate's gardens and outdoor areas. Discounts may be available for group visits or during special events. The on-site restaurant offers authentic Creole cuisine, enhancing the cultural visit experience.
Datos interesantes
- •The Seychelles national anthem, "Koste Seselwa," was composed at La Plaine St. André in 1996.
- •The plantation house served as a meeting place for the Masonic community in the 19th century.
- •La Plaine St. André is home to the only commercial rum distillery in Seychelles, Trois Frères Distillery, founded in 2002.
- •The original masonry basement of the plantation house dates back to mid-19th century construction.
- •Residents of Seychelles have a tradition of making "rhum arrangé," a local rum infused with herbs and spices, often served as a digestif.
Historia
La Plaine St.
André traces its origins to 1792 when it was owned by Jean-Francois Marie Jorre de St.
Jorre, named after his birthplace in La Réunion.
The plantation was a key agricultural supplier during Seychelles' French colonial era.
The plantation house's masonry basement suggests construction between 1844 and 1860 under André Despilly Jorre de Saint Jorre, a notable Master Mason.
The estate was used as a meeting venue for the Masonic community in the 19th century.
In 1996, the Seychelles national anthem was composed at a house on the estate.
In 2007, the Trois Frères Distillery secured a long-term lease to manage the heritage site and established the rum distillery in 2002.
Guía del lugar
Plantation House1844-1860
The central building on the estate, showcasing colonial Creole architecture with wide verandas and steep roofs. It has historical significance as a Masonic meeting venue in the 19th century and features a masonry basement dating from 1844-1860.
Trois Frères Distillery2002
The only commercial rum distillery in Seychelles, established in 2002 by the d’Offay brothers. It produces Takamaka Rum, distilled, aged, and blended on site, preserving the island's rum-making heritage.
Herbs & Medicinal Garden
A garden on the estate featuring local herbs and medicinal plants, reflecting traditional Creole botanical knowledge and enhancing the visitor experience with scents and educational value.
Contacto
Teléfono: 4 283 737