Only accessible by sea or by the footpath that runs beside it, La Cabane du Lodu looks like mirage, set against the backdrop of the Désert des Agriates. This encampment, set in the middle of idyllic countryside, is the result of human endeavour and a family venture begun by Hervé Pagni, a Corsican native. It seems to be part of the landscape, in tune with the elements, much to the delight of those who manage to make the trip. La Cabane du Lodu is an experience that has to be earned. As much as the Saleccia beach that edges it and the fine sand and translucent water of which continue to haunt our imaginations once we’ve left them behind. An interior designer in another life, Hervé and his team have set up home in this little piece of heavenly coastline with its lush vegetation, and created a bubble of weightlessness. As in other places and yet on holiday, we enjoy sampling a minimalist menu where the freshness of the products doesn’t need to proven. Rewarded by the simultaneous smiles of this happy band of friends and tempted by a siesta in the shade in the high-slung hammocks provided, La Cabane du Lodu quickly earns a place is our hearts as an essential port of call on our Corsican journey.
La Cabane du Lodu, sentier du Littoral – 20246 Santo-Pietro-Di-Tenda. Reservations by telephone on 06.66.01.79.54 and at www.lacabanedulodu.com
Photography: Constance Gennari – Text: Caroline Balvay – Translation: TextMaster @thesocialitefamily
So charming! I love the little tables by the waterside!