Gîte Les Nautilus – A nature retreat in the heart of Moindou
Payment for your stay is made directly on site, in cash or by check (bank cards are not accepted).
Treat yourself to a break in the heart of the New Caledonian countryside at Gîte Les Nautilus , ideally located between La Foa and Bourail. Just 10 minutes from Fort Téremba and 15 minutes from Farino and its famous Parc des Grandes Fougères, it's the perfect starting point for exploring the region.
Mireille and Gina welcome you, by reservation , in a peaceful setting surrounded by mountains and hills, conducive to relaxation and a change of scenery.
Whether you choose a fully equipped bungalow, a family bungalow or a camping pitch, everything is in place for a pleasant stay: wooded garden, children's play area (sandbox, swings, wooden cabin), pétanque court, volleyball court, ping-pong table and barbecue area.
Home-style cooking with local flavors
Gîte Les Nautilus also offers a table d'hôte (set menu) and serves home-style cooking prepared over a wood fire using local produce. To guarantee the freshness of your meals, we encourage you to reserve your table at least 48 hours in advance .
An authentic experience
Extend your stay by exploring the family property on a 4x4 excursion: visit the aquaculture farm (shrimp farming) and discover the herds of deer roaming the estate.
Enjoy your stay to the fullest
The swimming pool is accessible to guests who have chosen the half-board package (accommodation, table d'hôte and breakfast).
Arrivals are possible from 3pm , and departures are before 10am , in order to allow for the preparation of accommodations in the best conditions.
Things to discover nearby
Numerous activities are available near the cottage:
- Fort Teremba
- The Moindou coal mine
- The Moindou Dam
- Tanghy beach (10 minutes away)
- Horseback riding tours with La Foa Randonnée and Pocquereux Randonnée
- The Great Ferns Park
Access
From Nouméa, allow approximately 1 hour 30 minutes drive towards La Foa, then continue to Moindou. Three kilometers past the village center, the gîte is located on your right, indicated by a sign.
From Tontouta airport, allow approximately 1 hour for the journey.
Practical information
- Check-in: from 3pm
- Check-out: before 10am
- The cottage is closed on Sunday evenings (except during school holidays).
- Unfortunately, electric vehicles cannot be recharged on site, as the facilities are not suitable for this use.
- The credit card requested during your booking serves only as a guarantee . No charge will be made before your arrival. Payment for your stay is made directly on site, in cash or by check.
For everyone's comfort
In order to preserve the electrical installations of the gîte and to guarantee the comfort of all our guests, we ask that you refrain from bringing personal high-consumption electrical appliances , such as:
- Raclette, hot stone grill or fondue set
- Coffee maker
- Rice pot
- hair dryer
- Auxiliary heating
- Or any other similar electrical appliance.
We thank you for your understanding and for your contribution to ensuring everyone has a pleasant stay.