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AJABU HOUSE
Overlooking the shimmering waters of Lake Naivasha, northwest of Nairobi, Ajabu house is a stunning family home and tranquil retreat. Its name means ‘a miracle’ in Kiswahili, and it certainly does feel like a magical place, nestled under majestic giant fig trees on the water’s edge. The house is located on Loldia Farm on the north side of the lake and has been a much-loved family home to the Hopcraft family for over a hundred years. Beautiful scenery, abundant bird life and a host of fabulous day trip destinations within easy reach make it a perfect escape for all the family.
ACCOMMODATION AND FACILITIES
The house can accommodate up to 18 guests and has a cosy, family home feel to it, with an open log fire, a deep veranda overlooking the lake and a lush garden full of trees and flowers. In the main house, the master bedroom has fabulous views across the lake to the conical, volcanic peak of Mount Longonot and the Aberdare Mountain Range. Adjoining this there is an enchanting twin ‘bird room’ which was hand-painted with East African birds for the Hopcraft children over 60 years ago. Siriane Guest Cottage on the lawn adjacent to the house has two en-suite doubles, again with fabulous views over the lake, and a second Muse Guest House at the back of the property has a family suite and two further rooms. The house has a clay tennis court for guest use and is ideally located for a host of water-sports.
GEOGRAPHY & LOGISTICS
Ajabu House is conveniently located within an easy two hour drive from Nairobi, with great scenic views over the Rift Valley along the way. For an even quicker transfer, there are daily scheduled flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport into Loldia airstrip, taking only 25 minutes.
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EXPERIENCE EAST AFRICA
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