Secluded Getaways in Makueni

Kilima Kiu Manor: Victorian Countryside Bliss

Every given weekend hundreds of residents from Nairobi and its environs descent along A109 Nairobi-Mombasa Road in search of wonderful hidey holes to unwind. Some opt for the secluded Kilima Kiu Manor at Malili; 80 km from Nairobi. In turn, the Manor has taken time to develop exemplary hospitality standards in the hope that travellers will find their stay here both relaxing and secluded. It’s a winning combination. Set at the slopes of Kilima Kiu Hill (that literally means that hill), this lovely country-style abode was originally built as a residence for Sir Frank Joyce who arrived in Kenya 1911. The ranching grounds have thrived since then and with every new owner a breath of fresh air and activity is infused. From ostrich rearing, horse breeding, to cattle ranching and even dairy farming, Kilima Kiu Manor is also home to clotted cream, raspberry jam and, oh, warm scones. Living is offered in 8 cozy rooms, each with a deluxe king size bed and interiors trimmed designed with comfort in mind. Off to one side, guests can enjoy horseback rides to the country side, biking, birding, and swimming. It is 3 km from the A109 Road to the Manor.

Around Kenya, there is a collection of rare experiences, in middle-budget secluded hideaways, offering guests intimate encounters with parts of Kenya that rarely get under the limelight. Each getaway, secluded and away from civilization, is rooted in its local community and dedicated to showcasing their cultures.

Index of Secluded Getaways Around Kenya

Baringo County - Samatian Island Lodge , Elgeyo Marakwet County - Samich Resort , Kerio River Lodge , Embu County - Masinga Dam Resort , Homa Bay County - Kisindi Lodge & Spa , Kakamega County - Busambuli Ecolodge , Lamanis Haven , Lamu County - Kizingoni Beach House, Kilifi County - Neem Tree House , Takaungu House , Distant Relatives Ecolodge , Rock and Sea Bubble Ecolodge , Watamu Treehouse , Kite Cottage , Mida Creek Nature Camp , Migori County - Lobby Resort , Kirinyaga County - Castle Forest Lodge , Ndongoro Log Cabin , The Kichachu, Kwale County - Kutazama Lodge , Mandhari Lodge , Betty's Camp Shimoni , Blue Monkey Beach Cottages , Munje Beach Villas , Laikipia County - Mukima Manor, Olepangi Farm, Makueni County - Kilima Kiu Manor , Meru County - Rutundu Log Cabins , Elsa's Kopje, Muranga County - Kimakia Tea Lodge , Muchiri's Resort , Mathioya River Cottages , Nyeri County - Sandai Farm, Nairobi County - Edaala Comfort, Cottage Residence, Nyandarua County - Samawati Lakeside Cottages , Samburu County - Nashipa Eco Camp , Lion's Cave Camp , Camp Ndotto Ngurunit , Desert Rose Lodge , Taita Taveta County - Grogan's Castle , Lake Jipe Eco Lodge , Lions Bluff Lodge , Tana River County - Delta Dunes Lodge , Tharaka Nithi County - Anabas Mount Kenya Lodge , Trans Nzoia County - Cranes Haven , Mount Elgon Lodge , West Pokot County - Barnley's Guest House , Mount Mtelo View Lodge

Flanked by the A109 Nairobi-Mombasa Road on its eastern flank, Makueni County is part of the Lower Eastern Kenya region. Major towns like Mtito Andei and Emali serve as trade hubs along the A109, the former being the traditional halfway stop and rest. Other towns enroute are; Sultan Hamud and Kibwezi. Home to Akamba people, it is so commonly referred to Ukambani – alongside Kitui and Machakos.

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50 Destinations in Makueni County , arranged as one would visit these - north, east, west then south - with aid of narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart:

Mbooni Hills , Konza Technopolis , Kilima Kiu Manor , Mulima Dam , ACK Resort Salama , Makongo View Point , Katithini, Wote Green Public Park , Thwake Dam , R. Kaiti Bridge , Kampi ya Mawe , Kusyombunguo Hotel , Nzueni Hill , Nzaui Heritage Trail , Nzaui Rock , Mii Project, Makueni Cultural Center , AIC Kalamba , Kalamba Fruit Factory , Virgin Mary Rock , Emali Hills , Emali Trig , Ka Kindui Falls , Dare Devil's Rock , Kyanzizi Falls , Ilovoto Falls , Kyale Catholic Church , The Kenze Gorges , Kilungu Hills, Hunter's Lodge , Makindu Handicrafts , Makindu Sikh Temple , Mbiu Nzau Hills , Kambua Resort , Kivungoni Springs , Kibwezi Forest , Umani Springs , Chyulu Hills National Park , Kisula Caves , Tsavo West National Park , Tsavo East National Park , Yatta Plateau , Ngai Ndethya National Reserve , Kilalinda Conservancy , Tsavo Safari Camp , P. Cameron Camp , Patterson's Safari Camp

Know More About Makueni County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - with the aid of strip maps, Airports, Climate & National Monuments

What’s The Lay Of The Land In C.17?

Makueni County’s terrain is generally low-lying, falling to 600 ms near Tsavo at the southern region. It lies within the arid and semi arid zones.

What’s The Air Like In Makueni?

Climate about Makueni varies based on altitude – with the north being cooler – 20 o C to 24 o C, while the south, more so during the dryer months, between May and October, experience generous heat.

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