For families or friends wanting a proper slice of Lewa to themselves, this three-bedroom private house delivers total independence without sacrificing intimacy. Set within the grounds of family-run Sirikoi - itself a multiple Condé Nast Gold List winner - the house operates as its own self-contained world, complete with dedicated chef, private guide, exclusive safari vehicle and that rather lovely heated pool. Two separate cottages (a master suite plus a twin-bedroom cottage) connect via a central living and dining space that's become quietly famous for its positioning and style. Your private deck with fire pit overlooks the wetlands where elephants regularly pass through, whilst Mount Kenya looms in the distance. You can dine privately or wander over to join the main lodge's deck when you fancy company.
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Each of the three bedrooms comes with Victorian bathtubs, rain showers and fireplaces that staff light each evening. The master suite adds an outdoor shower and feels deliberately secluded from the other two bedrooms, whilst the twin cottage's two rooms share their own entrance and sitting area. Décor channels understated safari elegance - handmade organic toiletries, wildlife sketches on walls, writing desks positioned to face the views. Large windows mean you're never far from whatever's happening outside, and the digital safes handle valuables whilst you're out tracking rhino. Bathrooms are unexpectedly spacious with twin washbasins and proper storage, recognising that families don't travel light. The whole setup acknowledges that sometimes people want proximity without being on top of each other.
The freedom to do absolutely everything on your own terms - early starts, lazy mornings, spontaneous game drives - whilst having expert staff anticipate your every need.
Don't miss the organic garden tour where you'll pick ingredients for that evening's meal.
The house requires exclusive booking for all three bedrooms even if you're a smaller group, though you could always invite friends to justify the cost.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Sirikoi Private House can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Kenya trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Kenya trips featuring Sirikoi Private House or get advice and suggestions from one of our Kenya specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Sirikoi Private House start from around $990, or US$990, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
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