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Reviews of Effie Mountain View Gecko Villa

Old East Coast Road, Le Rocher, Mahe, Seychelles

#38 of 47 Holiday rentals in Mahe

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Review score

Based on 26 apartment reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    7.6

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    conveniant stay for one night after returning from Praslin and La Digue
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    located between Victoria centre and SEZ airport. Small Supermarket and Bus Station nearby. No restaurants or Takeaways within walking distance. We were allowed to leave the luggage until the afternoon as we had a late flight out of SEZ

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It is not about disliking (as we knew where we were going), but it is good to be aware of that the house location is close to industrial zone and water canal. That said we were ready for some moskitos, less glamorous disctrict compared to Eden island :) and meeting common people on the street while waiting for bus for example. We handled moskitos properly, accepted local atmosphere and were grateful for a few short street contacts with very friendly and polite local people who were all very helpful in assisting us moving around and finding direction.

    The host is very kind person. She helped us with all small things we asked for including orientation in the city, organizing our "unorthodox" arrvial and departure. The appartement is lovely, and originally styled reminiscent of Hindu and Budhist India. The private terrase is beautiful, full of flowers and also friendly to small animals including endemic Seychelle green gekko, and Seychelle scink!!! We also noticed Seychelle Kestrel flying over our heads just sitting there! We enjoyed breakfasts there very much and also early dinners before sunset. Airconditioning works perfectly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Busy business trip but awesome place to operate from
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights

    I am very happy with our decision to use this facility

    Self catering only

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    8.0
    Perfect for our occasion
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no restaurants around, so you have to order food (which costs 100rp) extra or cook something by ur self

    We stayed here for one night so we could catch out early flight the next day! The driver was perfectly reliable and for our occasion it was absolutely fine! The host was super kind!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    10
    Local vibes villa
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One of the bedroom ac was quite noisy

    Exellent location. Beautiful, clean comfortable place. We love the outside garden with big table. Hosts live just next door so it was very easy to contact them in case we needed anything. They are just amazing. Super friendly and helpful. Just around the corner there is a shop. Villa is located in the middle of the isnald so that its very close to all parts of the island. The best beaches within short driving distance

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice place to stay with a private patio and a lot of privacy. The host was extremely nice and helped us with booking the ferry at the last minute. Definitely recommended!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2023

    10
    Good value for money, nice host, spacious apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and spacious place! The host was very kind and helped us out for any inquiries. Enjoyed staying there and would recommend it!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only tiny issue I had is that I ran out of toilet paper in the early morning. I wish there was an extra paper roll in the bathroom.

    Many thanks to our dear host! She went out of her way to make sure our stay is perfect. A true model of hospitality! The villa itself was very nice: spacious, with a great bedroom, comfortable bed and powerful AC. We also had a huge private garden with a table and a set of soft chairs. I wish there was a hammock there, that would be absolutely fantastic.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - The main room smells a bit, but can be solved by switching AC on - AC can only be switched on when you are at home - No introduction to the flat or the island, but one can always ask - Difficult to find: Look for a sign "Mountain View Villas" on the main street - Not located at a view point, but rather on the main street

    - Both rooms had AC - Easy parking - A lot of space - Good value for money

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just the area wasn't my favorite.. because I did not rent a car. There are plenty of busses that drive by the villa though

    Very friendly & helpfull owner. Great accommodation. Loved the interior design and comfort. Had our own little appartement with big beautiful garden (even grill). They helped us get to the airport when we ran late and I'll be forever grateful!!

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 16 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We booked and stayed at the apartment for two weeks. It felt really homely and comfortable. It looks exactly like it appears in the photos and Shirley is the best host ever. She and her family went out of their way to make us feel very comfortable. From bringing us coconuts on the first and last days of our stay, to providing whatever we needed immediately. 100% will book this place again for our next holiday.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2022

    10
    Beautiful place with a great and kind host! ❤️
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place has an amazing host! Thanks you for your kindless!

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    It's the most beautiful villa we stayed at on Seychelles. The place is lovely decorated and the garden is amazing. The hosts are lovely people. We were quite problematic visitors, first our payment could not be processed, but there was no problem on paying later on the property. Then we arrived much later than we stated and we didn't have a possibility to let the hosts know. But we were still warmly welcomed. They also arranged a taxi for a us for our morning flight. I regret that we only spent one night there. The location is great, close to the airport.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have stayed only for the night, nothing big to point out.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2022

    10
    Ideal place who want an apartment to feel like home in the tropics.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was ready on time and the hosts where extremely kind and generous. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2022

    10
    Lovely place near the Eden Island and the Airport, but you really need a car if staying here
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My only nit is it is a bad hard to find as the address was not found on maps.me. I got close and then had to ask for help finding the property. The sign on the street is rather small and does not stand out.

    Very spacious and wonderful private back garden area

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Room and hause owner

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2021

    8.0
    Comfortable and cozy apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    we missed some kitchen towels

    nice outside area for eating, everything clean and very comfortable

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is awful , if you don’t have a car, you would spend all the time 300 for a taxi even 2 minute. And it’s not walkable area at all. We booked it by mistake and immediately asked to cancel a booking, but host refused, even that it’s was 2 weeks prior to arrival. Check out 10:00, we asked to go a bit later , she also refused. Even that there was empty rooms, so it wasn’t problem because someone waiting check in.

    The property itself very good. There is enough space, it’s clean and privat. There is a super small shop right on front of property one can buy water etc.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2022

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