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The Nelson cottage

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A large, two-story house with a red-tiled roof, a balcony, and a well-maintained lawn.
A gated entrance with a brick wall and a white building in the background.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a beige ottoman, and a television on a wooden stand.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden herringbone floor, and a curved ceiling.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a brown leather sofa, a wooden entertainment unit, and a large mirror.
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Kerugoya, Kirinyaga
  • Place, Kerugoya Stadium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Embu College Campus
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

About this property

The Nelson cottage

The Nelson's Cottage is a particularly neat, clean,
luxurious and charming hideout away from home.
Carefully tucked away in the cool highlands on the
slopes of Mount Kenya. (Highest Mountain in Kenya)
We provide a delicately balanced urban comfort and
convenience within a countryside setup where cool
and fresh mountain breezes fill and cool your mind,
body and soul.
We have amazing facilities under our sleeve.
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Only 8 guests allowed in the villa, extra guests
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Trained pets only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11034634
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Only 8 guests allowed in the villa, extra guests
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

About the area

Kerugoya

Kerugoya is home to this villa. Kerugoya Stadium and Kobil Embu Stadium are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kerugoya Urban Forest.
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Kerugoya, Kirinyaga

What's nearby

  • Kerugoya Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Embu College Campus - 37 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Rapids Camp - 48 min drive - 42.5 km
  • St. Peter's Anglican Church - 52 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Dedan Kimathi University of Technology - 59 min drive - 65.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Roswam Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cliffneck - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rose Purple Eating Place - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kibera Kuku Joint - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Nelson cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nelson cottage?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nelson cottage on 26 August 2026 start from NZ$404, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Nelson cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Nelson cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Nelson cottage located?

Situated in Kerugoya, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Kerugoya Stadium, Kerugoya Urban Forest and Kerugoya District Hospital. Kobil Embu Stadium and Embu College Campus are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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