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Ngong House |
Nairobi, Inland, Kenya |
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Famous for its tree houses on stilts with stunning views of the Ngong Hills, this intimate luxury lodge, set in 10 acres of private land, provides an idyllic retreat from which to explore Nairobi and the surrounding landscape. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Treehouse |
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Property Setting:
| Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / City Break / Family |
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Bedrooms:
| 1 |
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Guests:
| 2 |
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Catering:
| Hotel / B&B |
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General Info |
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Ngong House is a unique boutique hotel nestled in private land within the Karen/Langata suburb of Nairobi. The lodge overlooks the Ngong Hills, only a few minutes away from what used to be Karen Blixen’s coffee farm, and is surrounded by spectacular scenery and fascinating places to visit. The lodge accommodates up to 24 people in 6 tree houses, a private cottage facing the swimming pool, a log cabin which is perfect for families and a suite in the main house which suits elderly or disabled guests. This is not your average holiday in a treehouse - these luxurious tree houses have been designed with extreme comfort in mind. The furnishings are wooden throughout, from the bedframes to the walkways, and the effect is beautifully natural, yet the houses are stunningly lavish, from the vibrant carpets to the sumptuously draped beds and the robes in the bathrooms. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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This is a fantastic setting for a stay in a treehouse, and the lodge is perfectly located for guests to explore all the wonders that this part of the world has to offer. For a start, we are very close to the Nairobi National Park which is a place you must experience while you are here. You could also walk or drive to the Giraffe Centre, sanctuary to the endangered Rothschild giraffe, where you can enjoy feeding them in natural, peaceful surroundings. Just a short drive away is the Karen Blixen Museum where you can step back into the time of ‘Out of Africa’ and also the Elephant and Rhino Orphanage, set up by the world famous Daphine Sheldrick. The National Museum and Snake Park is nearby and is well worth a visit, or shopping excursions can be arranged to various locations if that’s what you’d prefer. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| The lodge is half an hour from the city centre, fifteen minutes from Wilson Airport and forty minutes from Jomo Kenyata International Airport. We can provide all your transfers to and from the airports. |
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Nearest airports:
| Wilson Airport 15 minutes |
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Nearest train station:
| Nairobi |
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Car Hire:
| Optional |
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Nearest restaurant:
| On site and in Nairobi |
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Nearest shop:
| On site and nearby |
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More info |
Enquiry info |
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Name |
Paul Verleysen |
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Contact Phone No. |
+254722434965 / 0733600184 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Birdwatching / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
Cot / Highchair / Internet Access / Linen provided / Log Fire / Maid Service
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Interior Details |
Treehouse 1 has 2 queen beds, Treehouse 2 has one king bed and Lamu furniture and Treehouse 3 has a king bed and Indian touches. They all sleep 2 and have spiral staircases leading to the living areas. Treehouse 4 is a family house, sleeping 4 in one king and 2 singles. The steps are not very high and the bedroom and bathroom are on the same level. Number 5 is the private cottage, with two king bedrooms and one bathroom. It has a spacious seating area with fireplace and has North African touches throughout. Treehouse 6 has one king bed and a bath transformed from a Swahili dugout canoe. Instead of steps it is accessed by a walking bridge. Treehouse 7 has one king bed (and an extra in the loft) and a Swahili canoe bath. Number 8 is an en-suite bedroom in the main house with one king size four poster bed and a private veranda and entrance. The log cabin sleeps up to 6 with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room, a bar, a dining room and a fireplace.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / Courtyard / Garden / Hot Tub / Parking / Swimming Pool / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
Some the tree houses are raised 15 feet from the ground to gain an uninterrupted view of the Ngong Hills over a stretch of untouched bush land. Breakfast and lunch are served in the garden under a canopy of acacia trees and dinner is served in a half open, majestic, thatched rondavel with a grand fireplace, or in another secluded area of the lodge. Guests are always seated in separate areas unless they choose otherwise, as there are a variety of seating options for meals, including a spacious lounge and a dining area for 10 people in the main house. Every night casual pre dinner drinks and "bitings" are served around the camp fire - a chance to meet other guests and to chat with your host. At the main house there is a veranda with a bar, comfortable seating and a backgammon table. There is also 10 acres of garden surrounding the property and a lovely swimming pool for cooling off in.
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Further Details |
Your host Paul Verleysen, a Belgian, moved to Africa in 1970. He has worked in Congo, Rwanda, Ivory Coast and finally Kenya where he opted to leave the diplomatic service, then bought a hunter’s home and transformed it into Ngong House. The House won Best Safari Hotel in the 2009 Good Safari Guide, an outstanding achievement in this industry. Dining at Ngong House is a delight. From fresh succulent Molo lamb to lake fish to seafood from the Indian Ocean, our meals are prepared and served accompanied by large varieties of fresh local vegetables. Our Kenyan chefs have been specially trained by several visiting chefs from Belgium. On site is also a superb clothing boutique, owned and run by Penny Winter, Paul’s wife. Using a variety of fabrics and getting inspiration from a diversity of periods and cultures, these outfits have graced the shoulders of many a celebrity and can be created bespoke for Ngong House’s guests. From sumptuous accommodation to mouthwatering cuisine, this treehouse holiday has it all.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Please contact the owner for the full terms and conditions of your treehouse holiday. All rooms have safes and fridges and there is a business centre for your use. The water here is perfectly safe to drink and should you have any medical issues there is a good clinic just 5 minutes away.
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Other Information |
Babysitting available / Child Friendly / Cook available / Ideal for honeymoons / Short breaks available / Wheelchair Friendly
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What visitors have said about Ngong House |
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We returned to this divine spot here in Ngong House. This time we brought our son and just like his sister, the surroundings make him speechless, much like his parents. We want to let you know what an amazing place and formula you have going here. It comes close to capturing the essence of what life is all about, the essence of what is really important....
This place conveys a feeling of a long lost "coming home" sensation and everthing feels as it should be, at last....
If one doesn't find "it" here, one will never find it everywhere.
In essence, we simply want to let you know that we treasured every second of our stay.
Family Jagers-Pijls, Belgium 
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You feel like King and Queen in the beautiful treehouses, every night dinner location is different and a surprise with a very high wow factor.
Trip Advisor review
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Unique experience in a most natural setting with outstanding attention to detail in the tree houses.
Chris and Alisson, Scotland
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The perfect way to begin and end our stay in Kenya. Food and hospitality amazing. Thank you for everything.
Jeff and Jerry, Indiana, USA
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A wonderful night's stay. So peaceful and excellent service.
Ryan loved the 3 dogs and Ali loved the food - vegetable soup was amazing and fruit platter for breakfast the best.
Ryan and Alison Turner
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Unique, stylish, comfortable and quite simply the perfect place for a honeymoon.
The Barons, Bermuda
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After three weeks on the road we stumbled on a heaven of peace, good food, great service and companionship. Thanks to you all.
Christopher and Preccilla Rodrigues
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