Argent & payments
The local currency is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD / EC $). Visa and Mastercard are accepted at the plantation. Carry some small notes for local shops and arrange cash before reaching La Plaine.
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Avant votre arrivéeA few things
A few things
to know
Your guide to arriving, settling in and making the most of the plantation.
South east coastLa Plaine, la Dominique
Local timeUTC−4 · year-round
LanguagesAnglais & Creole
The journey is part of it
Arrive at your own pace
We are on Dominica’s east coast, just north of La Plaine, beside the Taberi river and opposite Bout Sable beach. Send us your arrival details so we can help with the last part of your journey.
Airport & ferry arrivals
Confirm your arrival airport or ferry port before arranging your transfer. Douglas-Charles Airport (ARRÊT) handles most commercial flights; ferry services arrive in Roseau.
Check current travel connectionsDriving & location de voitures
Driving is on the left. Confirm the local driving permit and insurance with your rental company. Ask us which vehicle suits your cottage: some access tracks require a 4WD.
Arrange a transferDirections for your arrival
Ask us for current directions before setting off. Road conditions can change after heavy rain; allow time for mountain roads and aim to arrive in daylight.
Request directions
Settle into the plantationA slower kind
A slower kind
of everyday life
A cottage of your own, the river nearby and time to make the day yours.
Your kitchen & breakfast
Every cottage has a kitchen. Ask us to arrange breakfast supplies or groceries before you arrive. Basic shopping is available in La Plaine; plan larger grocery stops in Roseau.
Dîner au Riverside Café
Le diner est servi à 7 PM by reservation. Let us know before noon if you would like to dine with us, and ask about meal plans when booking.
Discover the restaurantSolar power & staying connected
The plantation runs on solar energy and has fibre internet with satellite backup. Use what you need and avoid waste.
The practical details
Small details, easier days
Power & phone
Bring a UK-style three-pin adapter and check that your devices support 220–240 V, 50 Hz. The international dialling code is +1 767. Check roaming charges with your mobile provider.
Around the river & trails
Wear suitable shoes, ask about current conditions before swimming or hiking, and follow local guidance. Take care on wet rocks and paths, and leave wildlife undisturbed.
Island travel information
Check current entry requirements, transport schedules and travel advice before departure.
Un peu de préparation
Pack for the outdoors
Tick off your essentials as you get ready.
Beyond your cottage
Let the island surprise you
Ask us about Sari Sari Falls, Victoria Falls and other walks around the east coast. We can help you choose an outing and arrange a local guide.
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