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Exclusive 3BR Villa - 2hrs from Nairobi - Pool
Private Bush Escape Near Nairobi & Amboseli โข Views โข Sleeps 6 Wake up to birdsong and sweeping views across the Pelewa Hills in your own secluded bush home, just 1h45 from Nairobi Perfect for families and groups, Little Tandala blends remote wilderness with relaxed comfort, featuring a bright open plan living space, cozy log fire and a pool seamlessly blended into the heart of the home Spend your days by the pool, your evenings around the fire and your nights under the stars in total privacy
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews
Kimakia Tea Cottages 1 , Aberdare Mountain Range
Overlooking the Aberdare Forest Reserve and Chania River, this house is built in pact with nature.The cottage lies on a peaceful and secluded tea farm and has extensive river frontage.A spacious kitchen, and 2 bathrooms provide functionality and privacy. Guests will find many spots for exploration along the river.The location is ideal for relaxation and outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, birding and forest exploration. The cottage is self catering, but a cook can be booked to prepare meals
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
Bush Willow - dappled light in a hidden glade.
Idyllic bedsit, en-suite bathroom built around an indigenous African Bushwillow tree (Combretum Molle). Complete with chattering hoopoes, killer fire for Nairobi nights, wifi, electric fence, backup inverter & generator, two verandas, drinkable borehole water, mature garden & trees. 5min walk from the Kitengela Glass studio, the iconic Kenyan recycled glassblowers famed for their vibrant chunky artistic glass pieces. On the outskirts of Nairobi, 50min from Karen & 70min from Nairobi center.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews
Sanjarah Cottage Delightful Private Pool
Sanjarah Cottage is a delight. It is a wonderfully designed space set in a lush garden, with two en-suite double bedrooms, a gorgeous swimming pool and a long veranda with dreamy day beds. The open plan living room and very well equipped kitchen, offers a great place to chill and the cottage is fully staffed. Itโs an easy 15 min walk to the beach and a few minutes to the creek. Watamu truly is a paradise with one of the most beautiful beaches in Africa. We look forward to welcoming you soon ๐
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
Your Romantic, Pet friendly, Private getaway
Olurur House is a cozy romantic getaway with amazing views of the Great Rift Valley on Champagne Ridge. The house is fully equipped with fridge, gas two piece cooker and all utensils. The kitchen has views overlooking the valley. There is a fire place in the living room which also has sprawling views. The upstairs is the master bedroom with a double bed and its own private deck. Connected to the bedroom is the bathroom with an instant gas hot water shower and flushing toilet. Its pet friendly.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews
Cottage with tennis facing Mt Kenya & Ngare Ndare
The cottage is situated on a farm in Laikipia, 32km from Nanyuki. It is near Borana and Ngare Ndare with stunning panoramic views of Mt. Kenya. It has large terraces providing comfy outdoor lounge areas. The farm is rich in bird species. Perfect getaway to relax in a beautiful landscape with a wild feel. It is a sustainable home designed to minimize your footprint on the environment with solar panels and rain water collection. Our cottage won the 2023 Airbnb Africa Award for Sustainability.
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews
The Cave on Champagne Ridge, Romantic, Views
The Cave at The Castle on Champagne Ridge is a comfortable cottage only 1 hour from Karen. Nestled against natural rock with floor to ceiling windows it offers stunning infinity views across the Great Rift Valley toward Lake Magadi and Tanzania. The Cave offers the ultimate feel in warmth and coziness, the perfect place to spend quality time with your loved one or as a solo traveler or creative writer looking for a safe retreat. The Cave is another marvel at The Castle on Champagne Ridge.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 332 reviews
Get Close to Nature - Bushbaby Cottage
A gorgeous 2 bedroom self contained garden cottage located in the corner of our 28 acre property situated in a Golf and Wildlife gated estate. 30 min from Kilimanjaro Airport & 45 from Arusha Town. Stunning, peaceful & secure location from which to unwind. Walk amongst wildlife & natural fauna, incredible birdlife as well as resident bushbabies which come for feeding each evening, watch polo or play a round of golf. Spectacular views of both Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru from the property.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 262 reviews
Inshallah Beach Cottage Diani (Beach front)
Set within our 3-acre beachfront property at Inshallah Kenya, The Beach Cottage is tucked into a tropical garden just steps from the beach. Surrounded by Baobab trees with glimpses of the ocean, it offers a peaceful sense of place. The breezy design, private pool, and waterfall create a tranquil space to unwind. Perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking a quiet, beachside retreat where you enjoy the beauty of the coast, tropical gardens and the pleasure of the beach on your doorstep.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 308 reviews
Explorers Paradise at Lake Kivu, Kibuye
The cottage is recently renovated and provides 2 lovely bedrooms and a modern bathroom with bathtub and shower cabin. A glass front sliding door gives direct access from the sitting room to a spacy veranda with a beautiful view over the lake, islands and peninsula. The kitchen building next door faces the lake and is fully equipped. Breakfast, lunch or dinner can be taken on another veranda next to the kitchen. It has the most stunning view over the lake and some of its beautiful islands.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews
Banana House at Lake Ruhondo
The ๐Banana House๐ sits just above the shore of Lake Ruhondo in Rwanda's beautiful Twin Lakes and Volcanoes Region. A cosy interior, a coffee and tea station, a banana book library, a bath room tiled with local volcano stones, a solar heated hot shower and quality mattresses are some of the features you will love. The Banana House is great for families (with kids) or a small group of friends. Couples or solotravellers are also very welcome and will enjoy the space and comfort.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews
Honeymoon Hut - Romantic Rustic Luxury!
The Romantic Honeymoon Hut is Rustic-Luxury at its finest! A fully furnished cottage with full kitchen and required appliances for self-catering. Sense the quiet stillness and release worry and tension. Gaze at the Malewa river below and the vast skies above from the beautiful verandah looking directly down onto the river.. Enjoy an exquisite experience with a canopy bed with overhead, secret mirror, a jacuzzi tub and intimate fireplace for!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviewsPopular amenities for cottage rentals in Great Rift Valley
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Jungle Oasis Duplex, heated pool, pickleball
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviews
Forest Loft | Hot Tub + Trails | Couples Retreat
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews
Kiira Cottage, Kedong, Naivasha
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews
Nature Home
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews
Cozy cottage in the bush - Nairobi National Park
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
Cottage in Nanyuki, Maiyan; Swara Ranch #29
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews
CAPITAL BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTAITA
4.5 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews
King's High speed Wi-Fi, Hot Tab, 24โฐ Security.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsPet-friendly cottage rentals

Longonot Loft | Naivasha
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews
Jambo House
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Serene & romantic with a view, north lake Naivasha
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews
Johari Ndogo: Serene Wildlife Retreat Near Nairobi
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 42 reviews
Marula Cottage On The Beach, Diani - Ukunda - 2BD
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews
Barnhouse Cottage | Sauna | Steam bath in Tigoni
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews
Kembu Cottages โ Acacia Cottage
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews
Swahili Cottage by the quiet beach
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviewsPrivate cottage rentals

Charming Cottage With Views Of Lake Naivasha.
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews
Panoramic Rift Valley Views ยท 4BR Resort Cottage
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews
Francolin Cottage at GRVL & Golf Resort Naivasha
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews
The A-Frame | Windy Ridge, Karen
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 356 reviews
Tiwani Sunset |Tropical Pool Cottage by Tiwi Beach
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
The Pool House at Lucita Farm | Lakeside Retreat
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews
Tandala Cottage
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews
Kesho Kutwa* | Diani Beach
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviewsDestinations to explore
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