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Lovely suite with pool in the mountains
Come and discover a spacious and rejuvenating place! Your suite includes a bedroom, a bathroom and a kitchen-living room. It has direct access to the shared pool with views of the Indian Ocean. Private entrance. On the ground floor of our family home, bursts of laughter or voices may reach you. Pool reserved for the family 30 minutes per day. Airport 30 minutes, beaches 40 minutes, circuses 1 to 2 hours. Golf, restaurants, supermarket, pharmacy, greengrocer, fishmonger, church, park 5 minutes away.

Tranquil One Bedroom Apartment
This light-filled apartment is fully private with its own entrance, separate from the main house—perfect for peace and quiet. Inside, you’ll find a cozy bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, plus a spacious living area with a dining space and a kitchenette for your convenience. The apartment is powered by solar backup electricity and a solar geyser, so you can enjoy a comfortable stay without the hassle of load shedding. We share our home with two dogs and a cat—friendly family pets who love people

Karen Hardy Executive Homestay
Private & quiet executive, guest suite with outdoor garden in the heart of Karen. Wake up to the sound of birds & go to sleep to the sounds of the night, all while surrounded by restaurants, malls, & the National Park. A safe & serene area for those who enjoy: âś…Walks & Runs âś…Outdoor Yoga A 10-minute drive from: âś… The Giraffe center & Giraffe manor, âś… Karen Blixen Museum A15-minute drive from: âś… Sheldrick Elephant orphanage, âś… Nairobi National Park, âś… Galleria, Water-front & The Hub Mall.

VILLA FAMILIA Citron Vert ensuite double room
Welcome to the 'citron vert' room, that offers everything you need for a comfortable stay at La Digue. A fully air conditioned room with an ensuite bathroom, a private kitchenette and terrace, surrounded by a peaceful garden. the room apartment is completely private with own entrance Villa Familia is located at the heart of the island, 200 meters from the port and all facilities, shops, restaurants, beaches and parks. We have free WiFi on site which works in all the rooms and in the garden.

Cozy Bush Escape bordering Nairobi National Park
Tucked away along the border of Nairobi National Park, The Hide is perfect for couples or solo explorers. Wake up to wildlife glimpses, then set off on guided game drives, bush walks, cultural visits, or savour nearby fine dining. Though our cottage is self-catering, excellent restaurants and take-away options are close by. We can also arrange transfers from Rongai or wherever you’re coming from. And this season, enjoy complimentary firewood for crackling evening fires under the African sky.

Studio full privacy in shared villa+pool+jacuzzi
Design lovers, architecture enthusiasts, and tropical plant aficionados will adore this cozy, independent studio in a designer villa! With a private entrance, it combines comfort and intimacy. Equipped with aircon, Wi-Fi, a balcony, microwave, mini-fridge, 190x140 bed. Enjoy the shared spaces of the expansive villa: pool, kitchen, lounges, dining area, gym, and jacuzzi (heating at €10/session). Located in a non-touristy area, it’s close to the sea and central for exploring the island by car.

Vervet Suite - Diani, Monkey Suites
Nestled on a private property shaded by indigenous trees, Monkey Suites offers exclusive beach access just a one-minute walk away. The Vervet Suite is one of two self-catering residences, a serene one-bedroom retreat with a private plunge pool and garden. Inside, enjoy air-conditioned comfort; outside, relax under the trees, with ocean breezes and playful monkeys for company. Breakfast is available at an additional cost. A peaceful blend of privacy, comfort, and barefoot luxury.

The Barnstable Guest Suite - No loadshedding!
Enjoy a stylish experience in this centrally located space. Conveniently located 2 minutes from the highway and right next to Lynnwood Bridge and the CSIR. There is a queen sized bed, a small kitchen as well as an ensuite bathroom with a shower. The living area leads out onto a private patio with a weber. Bonus - Solar powered so no loadshedding! Come and enjoy our beautiful space and relax with your morning coffee under the trees as you listen to the birdsong around you.

Festina Lente | Chic Steampunk style Garden Suite!
Escape to Industria - a distinctive steampunk-inspired studio in peaceful Hurlingham, just 2 km from Sandton. ✳️Backup Power/uninterrupted Wi-Fi ✳️Unique, stylish design ✳️Secluded Garden ✳️Consistently raving reviews! ✳️Safety and convenience ✳️Close to Sandton & easy Uber access ✳️Secure on-site parking ✳️Ideal for business and leisure travelers Part of the award-winning Festina Lente guesthouse — explore our 6 other themed suites.

Tranquility near volcanoes and mountain gorillas
Our place is close to Volcanoes National Park, just on the outskirts of Musanze town about 3 km from the city center. You’ll love our place because of the beautiful views of the volcanoes, American mattresses, and stunning architecture built with local materials. Our two rooms are a part of a detached private bungalow with a bathroom and shower. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families (with kids).

Exclusive accommodation in scenic, secure estate
Delightful spacious 1 bedroom apartment set in a luscious garden with views of the dam. The apartment has a spacious lounge, Kitchen, dining room area and outside tanning deck with a private pool The Apartment has fast stable internet wifi ,netflix and DSTV and perfect if you need to get onto video conferencing or zoom meetings It is the perfect place for a romantic quiet weekend away or to use as a base to explore the lowveld from

studio with pool close to the city center
The studio with its independent entrance is adjacent to our house, in a quiet cul-de-sac very close to the city center. Guests can freely enjoy the swimming pool and terrace where we will be happy to meet you. You will have the essentials for breakfast (coffee, tea, sugar, jam, butter) and the essentials for cooking (oil, vinegar, salt, pepper...). Less than 100 m away you will find a bakery and a convenience store.
Popular amenities for East Africa Self-Contained Units
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Birdhouse Cottage.

Perfect contained room

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Allamanda Hibiscus Suite, Malindi - 2-4 pax

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Central Sandton: Cosy Cottage on Ninth

Renovated 2 Bedroom Flatlet on Secure Golf Course

Country feeling in the city. Enjoy a stylish room

Green Nest Studio - Black River

Seyrenity - Seychelles Your personal sanctuary.

Self-catering private apartment with Solar power.
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The Escape Suite in Sandton, Bryanston

Ar'Trouvailles

La Nie (The Nest) Room 3: your home away from home

Parkview - Tasteful, Spacious, Safe, Power backup

36 on 24: Studio Suite 3 of 3

pretty garden cottage

Au bon l' endroit

Nice cottage, Jacuzzi, pool
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