Charmed by the warmth and hospitality of the Irish on a visit to the Emerald Isle, the founder of Macushla House opened the doors to those seeking the natural joys of life.
Macushla House is a converted home situated in the leafy, quiet Langata area of southwest Nairobi. This residential suburb is about 18km from downtown Nairobi and 30km from the international airport.
Room
Macushla House is a delightful guest house which has been popular with our travellers over a number of years. It only has 6 rooms and because it is owner run, has a very personal and intimate feel to it.All the main areas of the house are ornately furnished - bright colours and patterns abound. A heavily African themed lounge with zebra print sofa, make for an interesting place to relax and read the small selection of books and magazines, or to have a game of chess. There is another small, cosy lounge with a fireplace and also a bar. The small restaurant has high backed, wrought iron chairs and serves excellent food.Outside there is a large covered veranda, with wicker, cushioned chairs and sofas in vivid colours, large, comfy seats and benches – it's a lovely area to sit and enjoy the peace and quite having afternoon tea. There is also a descent sized swimming pool set in amongst the lush gardens.
Dining
The small restaurant has high backed; wrought iron chairs and serves excellent food.The food at Macushla will leave you in no doubt that you are in a private home and not a hotel. Macushla House truly is an oasis and it feels like a private home; the walls are hung with an interesting eclectic mix of old African photographs, memorabilia, antique textiles and art.Guest can have snacks and drinks in the garden.They light fire for you then serve a delicious dinner in the candlelit dining room.
Machushla House Restaurant
Machushla House Bar
Machushla House Restaurant
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Recreation
There are many activities to do during a stay at Macushla House such as trips to Daphne Sheldrick's Elephant Orphanage, shopping excursions, Nairobi National Park and Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe centre also horseback riding through Karen Riding School followed by champagne garden brunch or sundowner.
Swimming Pool
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Giraffe Centre
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Daphne Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage
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Karen Blixen Museum
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Swimming Pool
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gina k
Lovely, unique accommodations with great dining
Beautiful, unique property with gardens, artwork and artifacts that make you feel like explorer as you wander around the grounds. The room was very comfortable and full of character. Peter and...
Mohanan P
Holiday in Kenya
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wpohley
Home away from home
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