Nomad issue #26

WEEKEND AWAY
OLEPANGI FARM
Timau
It has five cottages including the impressive
Round House with a bedroom on its upper
floor and an outdoor bathtub. The farm does
all of its own water harvesting and rooms are
solar powered. Each morning, step out onto
the wooden floorboards on the front porch of
your cottage to take in the sheer beauty of the
Lolldaigas. Food is organically grown in their
own garden. The decor was curated over the
years by the owners on their travels, and a
favourite spot is the grass thatched Party House
where bohemian maximalism is at play. Horse
riding is available. Resident rates from Ksh
13,500 on full board. www.olepangifarm.com
DIAMONDS DREAM OF AFRICA
Malindi
Thanks to their all inclusive formula, you will be able to
enjoy your holiday being pampered by the professional
staff at their luxury beachfront property. Here, the
enchanting force of nature blends with the exotic Indo-
Arabic architecture accented by Balinese armchairs to
create a hypnotic charm. Reach out via their website for
their exclusive Month of Love package which includes
a 30 minute couple’s massage, one day use of the
thalassotherapy salt water pools, room service breakfast,
romantic room set up during turn down a romantic dinner
under the stars and more.
www.dreamofafrica.diamondsresorts.com
SASAAB LODGE
Samburu
It is a place of rich natural diversity with an astounding
number of animals including the ‘Samburu Special Five’.
The architecture of Sasaab follows strong Moroccan
design principles, in which African heat is of primary
consideration. Each of the nine rooms is over 100m²
with an enormous open-air bathroom and private
plunge pool. From the veranda, guests can take in the
remarkable views across the Laikipia Plateau toward the
jagged peak of Mount Kenya. Its position on the river
naturally facilitates watching the herds of elephants that
come to bathe. www.thesafaricollection.com
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