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Olugulu Cottage — Enchanting Pallet-Themed

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Nairobi, Nairobi County
  • Place, Kazuri Beads Factory
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Karen Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Giraffe Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

Nairobi

With a stay at this cottage in Nairobi (Karen), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Nairobi National Park and Kazuri Beads Factory. .This cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from The Karen Hospital and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages.

What's nearby

  • Kazuri Beads Factory - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Karen Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Karen Blixen Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Nairobi National Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Giraffe Centre - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 36 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cultiva Farm Kenya - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mangrove Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Royal Palatial Gardens - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Karen Hunters One Stop Centre - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Haru - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Olugulu Cottage — Enchanting Pallet-Themed

The Olugulu Cottage, the first of the Makyo Cottages ensemble, is a modern-styled studio cottage situated within a private residential compound that is ideally located in the tranquil neighborhood of Karen, Nairobi. The Olugulu Cottage provides an escape from the fast-paced city life or from the restrictions of a hotel and/or resort daily routine.

Simply put, the Cottage - fitted with rustic undertones - is an exceptional getaway for weekenders or as a base for safari or business persons.

Get ready to relax in this 1-bedroom cottage in Nairobi. Nestled in a serene setting, this tremendous property offers a cozy atmosphere perfect for unwinding. With a full bed, WiFi, Kitchenette and patio, garden with fire pit provided, guests can enjoy a comfortable stay. The tranquil atmosphere makes it easy to see why you'll be able to unwind at our place.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include an electric kettle and an iron/ironing board.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Full-sized dogs on-site, discretion advised.

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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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