Homestay Deborah

The place is a magical very unique spot with the real African Safari feeling to it with lots of wildlife, while not being a park, and close enough to Nairobi, the capital, for any emergency or need for a break of wilderness for city life. Visitors feel at home as part of the household while still having all the privacy they wish with accommodation in a standalone guest cottage with own kitchen. A small but very friendly resident community, on walking distance, with a diverse set of interesting individuals, albeit mostly elderly. Horse riding skill a requirement.

We're a Swedish/French UN worker couple who travels much for work, thus need another set of hands and eyes on site. We have travelled both privately and professionally all over the world a lot through our lives and are very sociable with people of all cultures. We also have a great network of friends and partners across Kenya and can easily connect visitors for good deals on holidays or travels within the country. The property has 4 permanently employed local staff who are always on site and can help in case of any problem; a house boy, a gardener and two horse grooms. You will be the only volunteer on site and since this is on the country side it might get lonely at times, best suited to someone who seek peace and tranquillity.


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Staff & Host

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Hostel

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

United Kingdom

5

I had the best time staying with Deborah for two months. She is so hospitable and welcoming, I felt right at home. I was so relaxed and had the most peaceful time helping where I could and riding horses. An absolute dream!! I was also able to explore more of Kenya and Deborah was super helpful and made sure I had a great experience and explored other beautiful parts of the country. I would recommend this to anyone as I know they would also have the great time I had. I’ll miss it all so much!!

22 days ago

Germany

5

I had the most wonderful experience with Deborah! She was incredibly lovely and the hospitality was truly outstanding. Also her partner Etienne, who’s only there frequently ensured at all times I had a wonderful stay. They went the extra mile by asking me about my grocery preferences, ensuring that I had everything I needed. It made me feel right at home and very welcomed and thought of. My schedule was very flexible, which also allowed me to enjoy plenty of free time during my stay, I also met a lot of locals and I was incorporated into their daily life. Horses were so lovely! 10/10

2 months ago


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