Description
Ngong House is a private homestead stay situated in the Langata area of Nairobi, only a few minutes away from the house where Karen Blixen once had her coffee farm. Situated in 10 acres of private land with stunning bush views, out to the Ngong Hills.
Ngong House provides a unique experience where guests stay in utterly luxurious wooden ’treehouses’. Made entirely of wood and grass, the tree-houses, built 15ft above the ground, are on two levels, with a separate bedroom and living area, and large terraces offering uninterrupted views of the Ngong Hills. The interiors are designed with extreme comfort in mind, and have a decidedly rustic feel, with the talents of regional artists adding many of the finishing touches. Original, stylish accommodation, exquisite, gourmet food, and warm hospitality ensure a fantastically memorable stay in Kenya’s capital city.
Guide price
£335
per person
£335 Per person for 3 nights, based on 2 people sharing a treehouse, on a fully inclusive basis, including transfer from Nairobi.
Accommodation
The accommodation at Ngong House comprises 6 luxurious tree houses, one private cottage facing the swimming pool, a log cabin perfect for families (sleeps up to 6 people) and a suite in the main house, ideal for elderly and disabled people.
Childcare
Although there are no specific childcare facilities, children are very welcome at Ngong House where meal times can be adjusted to suit young guests. Babysitting can be arranged on request for those that need it.
Facilities
There is a delightful swimming pool in the gardens of Ngong House for guest to use as they please. The owner of the House is Penny Winter who designs beautiful clothes which are for sale in the boutique. Dinner is served in a half open, majestic, thatched rondavel wIth a grand fireplace, or in another secluded area of the lodge. 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 Paul Verleysen.
Activities
There are many activities to do during a stay at Ngong House such as trips to Daphne Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage, shopping excursions, Nairobi National Park and Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe centre also horseback riding through Karen Riding School followed by champagne garden brunch or sundowner.
When to travel
Although Nairobi is situated in the middle of East Africa, its high altitude—about a mile above sea level—means that the city's climate is mild year-round. Summer months in Nairobi are December through March, Winter months, June through to September. The wettest months are in the Autumn, from March through June. April sees upwards of 8 inches of rain on average. Cloudy, rainy days are common in the Autumn. October through December is the region's second rainy season, where "short rains" bring about 5 inches of rain to the area in November. Otherwise rainfall is pretty scarce, about two inches a month. February sees the most sunshine in Nairobi, with about ten hours of daylight.
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Location and directions
Nairobi, Kenya
Ngong House is a private, serene and luxurious home stay situated in Karen / Langata area of Nairobi. The lodge overlooks the Ngong Hills, only a few minutes away from what used to be Karen Blixen’s coffee farm. Ngong House Hotel is secluded in 10 acres of private land, close to Nairobi National Park.
How to get there
8.5-hour international flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. It is then a 40-minute drive to Ngong House. Alternatively, Ngong House is 15-minutes from Wilson airport and 20-minutes from the city centre.
