Since 2014 it has been possible to stay in the Ilet Cimendal, also known as Ilet Cerneau, just minutes north of New Mafate.
Marie-Hélène Cernot, whose ancestors settled there in the early twentieth century, has decided to open the Gite Cimendal, and offer a table d’hote.

GITE CIMENDAL - Accomodation in ilet Cimendal, La Nouvelle Mafate

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At the end of the plateau of La Nouvelle, walkers from the village will walk between 15 and 30 minutes to reach the pretty hamlet of Ilet Cimendal, named after a chief of runaway slaves who sought refuge in this spot.
Ms. Cernot reserves walkers a warm welcome and even offers hikers who wish it to pitch their tents in her meticulously maintained garden.

2 wooden bungalows accommodate between 5 and 8 people.

Bungalow 1 (5 places):
• 1 triple bed (double bed + single bunk bed)
• 2 bunk beds
• A cot

Bungalow 2 (8 places):
• 8 bunk beds

Possibility to pitch your tent.

Each bungalow has a bathroom with shower, toilet and sink, and a small veranda for a warm and invigorating welcome.
Another bungalow is dedicated to the table d’hote. Local cuisine is made from home-grown vegetables and poultry (ducks, roosters, chickens ...).