30 m² House ∙ 1 bedroom ∙ 2 guests | House in Langata with Pool
1 Bedroom House in Langata
Centrally located close to the giraffe centre , the Elephant Orphange, the Karen Blixen Museum, shopping malls, and hip restaurants, this charming cottage provides all the necessary amenities one needs for a comfortable stay. The cottage is most suitable for couples looking for a getaway within the city without feeling like they are in the city or for business travellers.
Guests have access to the 18 metre swimming pool, hot tub (still to be heated) garden, and pool house.
A cozy private charming cottage set in a lush, tranquil environment.
The cottage has one ensuite bedroom, a kitchen, verandah and walled garden. The 18 metre swimming pool, garden and outdoor pool house area are shared spaces.
Other areas that can be used if discussed include the trampoline, tennis wall and veggie garden.
The main house, Ol Losowan, is in the same property (where Julie and Otto live) and the Blue Cottage which retains its privacy.
In walking distance are the Giraffe Centre, Matt Bronze, Boho Restaurant, Langata Link and Hardy Post stores and shops. The Elephant Orphanage, the Karen Blixen Museum, and the Galleria and Hub shopping malls are withinmins. Wilson Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport are withinmins, and 45 minshours respectively.
This charming cottage is set apart by the wilderness where monkeys and warthogs occasionally come to visit, and the garden is filled with butterflies and variety of birds.
The 18 metre swimming pool, garden and outdoor pool house area are shared spaces.
Other areas that can be used if discussed include the trampoline, tennis wall and veggie garden.
Available to assist any time during your stay - and give me 24 hours notice to respond to anything on email/airbnb.
Wonderful neighbourhood of Karen, close to the giraffe sanctuary, good walking, cycling and shopping.
Moses - our taxi friend - will be available to assist for any transfers, please ask for further details.
There is also good uber service in Nairobi, though it is important to be sure or the address to avoid confusion.
Laundry Services:
We have laundry services for guests who may have laundry needs. Our cleaners will collect them and return them freshly cleaned, ironed and folded at a reasonable cost.
Driver services:
We have a reliable and trustworthy driver who will be happy to pick you up and drop you off at the airport and drive you anywhere else you may need at normal taxi rates.
Chef:
Upon request, we can arrange for Janet, our chef to cook for you on special occasions.
Safaris:
If you are interested in safaris, I can advise. Seas4Life ( (Website hidden by Airbnb) offers bespoke marine guided safaris in the Indian Ocean and Red Sea; Bespoke Luxury locations, and can connect you to hotels, dive schools, fishing agents along the East African Coast.,
My family and close friends are in the Safari industry: The Safari Collection - Giraffe Manor, Sala's Camp, Solio, Sasaab; Safaris Unlimited - Horse back and personally guided safaris in the Masai Mara and elsewhere; Karisia Walking Safaris in Laikipia; the Elephant Watch Collection; Lake Naivasha resorts including Ajabu House and many more.
Fitness:
We have contacts for those interested in Yoga, Off road cycling, running, wildfitness, kick-boxing; horse riding and sailing.
Beauty
We can advise regarding manicures, pedicures, hair-cuts and much more.
Centrally located close to the giraffe centre , the Elephant Orphange, the Karen Blixen Museum, shopping malls, and hip restaurants, this charming cottage provides all the necessary amenities one needs for a comfortable stay. The cottage is most suitable for couples looking for a getaway within the
Not suitable for infants (under 2 years)
No pets
Check-in is anytime after 12pm (noon)
Please be so kind to leave 'tips'/'a 'thank you' for the house support team. Best in an envelope for me to circulate as there is often more than one person behind the scenes. Thank you so much.
There is a day rate charge of Usd 45 for one guest, and Usd 55 for two guests if you extend you stay and don't check out before 10 am. With this you are welcome to relax at the pool, leave your bags and use the pool bathroom and shower. The house team will also look after you.
Pet(s) live on property - There are 2 dogs - Sabuk and Sidai - that look after the property. The chickens provide us eggs..
Some spaces are shared - Pool, pool house and garden.
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