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Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep.

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Exterior, view of veranda
veranda lounge with Lake naivasha behind
Living room with comfy seating , fire place
Main bedroom , door to living room on the righht
main ensuite bathroom with Big bath tub

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
NZ$559
avg per night

Explore the area

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  • Place, Crescent Island Widlife Sanctuary
  • Place, Lake Naivasha
  • Place, Hell's Gate National Park - Elsa Gate

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Living room 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$559
avg per night

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About the area

Naivasha

Located in Naivasha, this farm stay is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Longonot Satellite Earth Station is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crescent Island Widlife Sanctuary and Hell's Gate National Park - Elsa Gate.
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What's nearby

  • Crescent Island Widlife Sanctuary - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Naivasha - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Kenya Wildlife Service Training Institute - 16 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Hell's Gate National Park - Elsa Gate - 20 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Hell's Gate National Park - 20 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rocky Resort - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sopa Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Leyian Grills - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Party Island Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mateo’s - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep.

Built in the 1920s, the Sanctuary Farm House is a gorgeous five-bedroom lodge with sweeping views of Lake Naivasha and the private wildlife conservancy at Sanctuary Farm. Designed for families and groups, it combines rustic charm with space to gather. A large kitchen, dining area, and lounge open onto a verandah perfect for sunsets, while wildlife grazes nearby. The property offers comfort and connection to nature in a unique conservancy setting.

We are a family-run conservancy and live on the farm, so one of us will always be around to help out. We share our phone number during check-in, and guests are welcome to call or send a message at any point of their stay with us.

Sanctuary Farm is located on the shores of Lake Naivasha, in the heart of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. Guests can explore:
🌊 Lake Naivasha — enjoy boat rides, birdwatching, and hippo sightings just minutes away
🦓 Sanctuary Farm Conservancy — zebras, giraffes, antelope, and more roam freely across 450 acres
🍴 Kijiko Restaurant — our on-site farm-to-table dining experience, serving fresh, seasonal meals made from locally sourced ingredients
🛶 Nearby activities — horseback safaris, night game drives, cycling, and more, all available to book at Sanctuary Farm
🌋 Hell’s Gate National Park (5-minute drive) — dramatic cliffs, gorges, hot springs, and cycling among wildlife
🏞️ Crescent Island (5-minute boat ride) — a walking safari where you can stroll alongside giraffes and gazelles
🗻 Mount Longonot (30-minute drive) — hike an extinct volcano with panoramic Rift Valley views

Guests enjoy full access to:
🏠 The entire Mabati House
🦓 The 450-acre private wildlife conservancy (daytime only; no walking at night due to hippos)
🚤 Lake Naivasha’s shoreline, just a 5-minute walk away with boat rides available

5 bedrooms, sleeping 8–10 guests
3 bathrooms
Fully equipped kitchen and dining room with fireplace
Spacious lounge and dining table opening to verandah
Outdoor seating with wildlife and lake views

The easiest way to reach Sanctuary Farm House is by car. Taxis and boda bodas (motorbike taxis) are available locally for shorter trips, but we recommend private transport for comfort and convenience.

As Sanctuary Farm is a private wildlife conservancy, a conservation fee of KES 1,000 per adult and 500 per child (free under 5) is charged upon arrival. This one-time fee supports our conservation efforts.

Please note that this is a family-run farm, not a hotel; we ask you to treat the house and grounds with respect.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks available at on-site restaurant, Kijiko.

Night guard closes the hippo gate at 6:45 pm, so please notify host for late returns.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Neighborhood quiet hours are strictly enforced from 10PM-8AM;
Parties / events, lack of decorum and disruptive noise will not be tolerated;
If the neighbors are disturbed, Kijiko Holdings reserves the right to ask the tenant to vacate the premises with no refund;

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep.?

As of 3 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep. on 4 November 2025 start from NZ$525.68, 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 Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this farm stay is steps from Crescent Island Widlife Sanctuary and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Naivasha and Naivasha District Hospital. Kenya Wildlife Service Training Institute and Hell's Gate National Park - Elsa Gate are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

Spacious 5-bedroom safari lodge with lake views and wildlife at your doorstep. Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

VarunA

Great stay, lovely hosts

We had a great stay, it was lovely to walk around during the day and be so close to the nature and the animals on the grounds. Great location, great house, great communication. We will be back again for sure
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

Mr

This was a very wonderful experience. From start to finish every need was met. The house was wonderful. Definitely gave an old Kenya experience. Loved all the animal visitors both domestic and wild. The night game drives were fun. Will definitely return hopefully next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Poa Place in the middle of Kenya

We had a wonderful time at Sanctuary Farm in Kenya. We are from the United States and our Kenyan friends joined us for 3 days in the beautiful Farm House. It was such a delight to wake up each morning seeing zebras and wildebeests right outside your house. We also took a boat ride to see the hippos and giraffe on Crescent Island. So many exotic birds, impalas and other deer. The house was spacious and clean and the beds are comfy. The staff is very friendly and accommodating to our needs. The only downside was the price of the food in the restaurant compared to the quality. We did not feel it was worth the cost. The remainder of our time, we fixed our own food. However, the amazing experience far, far outweighed the negative and I would say that spending time there was one of the best experiences we have had in Africa and we made wonderful memories with our friends, which will last a lifetime. Thank you so much.
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8/10 Good

EvelynB

Farm House Visit

We had such a wonderful stay at Sanctuary Farm, we all really enjoyed our time there. The activities were great and the vibe was absolutely amazing. What we felt could’ve been improved was the clarity of staff accommodation for our nannies. Maybe in an email during the booking process but we were happy to pay for the room that they stayed in but just have it clear in writing from the beginning would help budget wise for us. The waitresses and staff were very friendly and helpful at the restaurant and the food was very tasty.
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10/10 Excellent

ZahraZ

Stay last weekend

Absolutely loved the place...serene quiet peaceful and lovely staff quite helpful
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10/10 Excellent

AliceM

Fantastic stay!

Amazing long weekend at Sanctuary Farm- the Farm House is gorgeous and suited our group of 7 adults perfectly. Highly recommended to anyone looking to escape the city for a bit of peace!