Mount Kenya's Top Three Holiday Homes.

Mt Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa and regarded by the Kikuyu as the realm of Ngai, God.

May 1, 2021 - 22:05

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It has a designated world heritage site together with a pristine wilderness not just the turns, glaciers, dense forest, mineral springs, some of the rare endangered species of animals, unique montane and the alpine vegetation.

Sure, scaling Mt Kenya is on the bucket list of many people who have the spirit of adventure. The fit can't miss visiting the place without hiking on the mountain, but depending on how fit you actually are, it can take about three to seven days to get to its peak. It's a worry no more for those who can't hike and camp on the mountain as there are beautiful homes and hotels that provide the best accommodation but here the topmost holiday homes

Bessotted Farmstay

It is just 39km away from mount Kenya national park and 32km away from mount Kenya wildlife conservancy while 47km away from Ol Pejeta dam. The nearest accessible airport from this farmhouse is Nanyuki, which is 32km away though, the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

The property offers a continental breakfast, free bike, with a shared lounge, a bar, restaurant, free private parking, terrace and free wifi. There is also a barbecue and guests can get a place to hike and cycle just nearby the property.

The Wonky House.

Its located 31km away from Nanyuki and 14km away from Ngare Ndare forest. It is set in Timau just 9km from the main road off Timau town, a serene secure farming village overlooking Mt.kenya it is a 30-minute drive by car from Naromaro. Its nearest accessible airport is Nanyuki airport.

It offers complimentary private parking, homey accommodation with a fully equipped kitchen. A three guest accommodation at the farmhouse consists of a one-bedroom unit with two bathrooms and a kitchen.

Ngomongo.

Located in Nanyuki, a 1.8km distance from Mount Kenya wildlife conservancy and 30km from Mount Kenya national park while it is 33km away from Ol dejeta dam. With its nearest airport at Nanyuki just 11km away from the property.

It offers a full English or Irish breakfast each morning and also providing an extra charge for extra towels and bed linen. It's equipped with a children's playground making it convenient to host families. This home also has a bar, free wifi connectivity, a 24-hour front desk service, a garden, free parking and a bicycle rental service at a pocket-friendly fee.