Africa Escapades Homestay | House in Miharati

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Aberdare National Park House | Africa Escapades Homestay

2 Bedroom House in Aberdare National Park, Miharati

Africa Escapades Homestay hugs the slopes of Aberdare ranges, near Aberdare National Park, accessible through Shamata or Mutombio gates, east of the Great Rift Valley. The area around Wanjohi is Bushi, Miharati, Ndemi, kariamu and Olkalou. The area around Naivasha was one of the first to be settled by white people and one of the hunting grounds of the hedonistic Happy Valley set. The area also includes Thomson's Falls. Geoffrey Buxton, the first colonial farmer in the area, had moved up from the dry arid Rift Valley with its meagre rivers and a relentless dusty wind that gave Gilgil its name. And so, after finding his ideal farming country, he called this new haven 'Happy Valley'. Happy Valley was the name given to the Wanjohi Valley in the Kenya Highlands, where a small community of affluent, hedonistic white expatriates settled between the wars. While Kenya's early colonial days have been immortalised by farming pioneers like Lord Delamere and Karen Blixen, and the pioneering aviator Beryl Markham, Happy Valley became infamous under the influence of troubled socialite, Lady Idina Sackville, whose life was told in Frances Osborne's bestselling The Bolter. The era culminated with the notorious murder of the Earl of Erroll in 1941, the investigation of which laid bare the Happy Valley set's decadence and irresponsibility, chronicled in another bestseller, James Fox's White Mischief. But what is left now? In a remarkable and indefatigable archaeological quest Juliet Barnes, who has lived in Kenya all her life and whose grandparents knew some of the Happy Valley characters, has set out to explore Happy Valley to find the former homes and haunts of this extraordinary and transient set of people. With the help of a remarkable African guide and further assisted by the memories of elderly former settlers, she finds the remains of grand residences tucked away beneath the mountains and speaks to local elders who share first-hand memories of these bygone times. Nowadays these old homes, she discovers, have become tumbledown dwellings for many African families, school buildings, or their ruins have almost disappeared without trace - a revelation of the state of modern Africa that makes the gilded era of the Happy Valley set even more fantastic. A book to set alongside such singular evocations of Africa’s strange colonial history as The Africa House, The Ghosts of Happy Valley is a mesmerizing blend of travel narrative, social history and personal quest. Depending on the season, you may participate in milking, planting, and weeding, harvesting or land preparation. Grazing and cooking are part of the shared responsibilities. Meals and accommodation provided at the host home. Spend afternoons doing village walks and visiting nearby shopping centers/ market. Enjoy evening at the fire place with a talk from the old village men narrating the good old days of Happy Valley, how the Wall Street recession of 1920’s led to decline of agri-tourism in this area and other mesmerizing village stories. ~Welcome to Africa Escapades Homestay Experience~

This 2 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Fireplace/Heating, Security/Safety, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. This House is less than 9 km from Aberdare National Park, and gives visitors the opportunity to explore it. The rental House has 2 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Aberdare National Park. Enjoy your stay in Aberdare National Park at this House.

Amenities

Security/Safety
Fireplace/Heating

Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm

Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am

Child Policy This property does not allow children.

Pet Policy Pets not allowed

Other Policy Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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FAQ's

Is this Africa Escapades Homestay pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Africa Escapades Homestay have a swimming pool?

No, this Africa Escapades Homestay does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Africa Escapades Homestay?

Best-rates for the Africa Escapades Homestay starts from $170 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Security/Safety with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Africa Escapades Homestay a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Africa Escapades Homestay wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Africa Escapades Homestay has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Africa Escapades Homestay?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Africa Escapades Homestay indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Africa Escapades Homestay?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Africa Escapades Homestay are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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US $170