Lengishu Laikipia
Perched at 6,300ft on the foothills of Mt Kenya, Lengishu is a six bedroom, exclusive use house accommodating up to 12 adults, with additional space for a guide or pilot. Overlooking the 32,000 acre Borana Conservancy - a renowned rhino sanctuary - you have stunning, unobstructed views of Laikipia.
Overview
The main area of the house opens with a large entrance hall which leads into a study and sitting and dining room which feature two large and warming fireplaces, as well as incredible views across the conservancy. Wooden beams and panels have been made from teak and gum poles while the floors are stone and wood to create an unfussy and stylish interior to offer the feel of a home-away-from-home. The main areas lead out to a large covered veranda…
The main area of the house opens with a large entrance hall which leads into a study and sitting and dining room which feature two large and warming fireplaces, as well as incredible views across the conservancy. Wooden beams and panels have been made from teak and gum poles while the floors are stone and wood to create an unfussy and stylish interior to offer the feel of a home-away-from-home. The main areas lead out to a large covered veranda with stunning views across the conservancy which houses a pizza oven for delicious lunches and dinners.
Accommodation spans six beautifully appointed rooms across four cottages and the main house. Each features floor-to-ceiling windows, deep copper bathtubs, open fireplaces and private terraces. The property also includes a heated infinity pool, gym, games room, pétanque pitch and a tranquil massage treatment room.
The Ushaped pool area includes a pool house, gym, games room, outdoor shower and a sunsoaked pétanque pitch, plus Sonos sound, WiFi, satellite TVs with Netflix and YouTube.
A full team of discreet staff ensures a seamless stay, including a private chef, in-house masseuse and dedicated safari guides. The house operates with minimal environmental impact, featuring solar power, plastic-free amenities and an on-site water purification system. Sustainability here is not a concept – it’s a way of life.
Accommodation
Bedrooms 1-2
- Fish Eagle - Master bedroom in stand alone cottage. Ensuite bedroom with rainshower and free standing copper bathtub
- Goshawk - Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with rain shower and free standing copper bath tub
- Gosling is a discreet children's bedroom with ensuite shower room and 2 sets of bunk beds. Next to Goshawk
Bedrooms 3-4
- Upper Cottage - Hornbill and Hoopoe. 2 double bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms, with rain showers and free standing copper bathtubs
- Close to the main house
Bedrooms 5-6
- Lower Cottage - Sunbird and Whydah. 2 double bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms with rain showers and free standing bathtubs
- Furthest from the main house
Wildlife
- Day & night time drives
- Big Five viewing opportunities
- Rhino tracking by foot
Family Friendly
- Suitable for families with children of all ages
- Fully staffed and serviced property
Outdoor Dining
- Exceptional private bush meal and sundowner locations across the conservancy
Amenities
- Gym
- Spa Facilities
- BBQ
- Boules / Pétanque
- Chlorine Pool
- Garden
- Pizza Oven
- Helipad
- Sound System
- Wifi
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