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A paradise for senses, a vacation for your soul

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View from terrace upstairs
Sitting on terrace downstairs
Sitting on terrace downstairs
Bedroom
Bedroom
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Aitong, Narok
  • Popular LocationNaboisho Conservancy33 min drive
  • Popular LocationOlare Orok Conservancy49 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaasai Mara National Reserve90 min drive
  • AirportMaasai Mara (MRE-Mara Serena)115 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Family room 1 ensuite

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Guestroom 1 ensuite

1 King Bed

Guestroom 2

1 King Bed

Masterbedroom 1 ensuite

1 King Bed

Masterbedroom 2 ensuite

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom to guestroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom to guestroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

bathroom to Masterbedroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom to masterbedroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom to Masterbedroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A paradise for senses, a vacation for your soul

First and foremost our Rates are including:
5* bedrooms ensuite, staff (cook, butler, cleaner and Masai guards)
* Transport over land (not via air) Nairobi-Aitong v.v.
* Transport during the stay (wildlife safaris, etc..)
* Full board (Drinks are not included).
* Park and/or Conservancy fees
Our private and romantic Aitong Crater House is secluded in the bush on the edge of an ancient crater, near the Masai village of Aitong and in the heart of the most exciting wilderness ecosystems in Africa. It is situated at an altitude of 2000 meters, overlooking the plains of the Masai Mara. It is part of the Pardamat Conservancy and it overlooks also the various other Mara (Lemek, Mara North, Motorogi, Olare Orok, etc..) Conservancies, including the Siria or Oloololo Escarpment (Rift). The Mara River with its hippo’s and crocodiles and wildebeest crossings is at a few kilometers away.

We build the house here not only because it is a beautiful place with a romantic breathtaking view and an incredible “calming” privacy and silence (except for the nature sounds) but also because of the incredible rich fauna and flora.

Over the last 20 years, we have visited almost all game parks and nature reserves of East Africa and especially Kenya and we find this place on top of the crater almost unparalleled if not magical in terms of abundance of wild animals and eco-systems.
It has in our experience more wildlife than the famous Masai Mara Reserve that is at around 30 minutes drive away. And even better this area has something that you do not find in the Masai Mara, that are the Masai people with their respect for and wisdom of nature and wildlife.
We have Masai people working for us at this home as well as with our activities like game drives or nature walks.
There are several airstrips in the neighborhood at around 30 minutes.

Our House has 5 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms (with bathtub, a shower and free toiletries).
There is a Dining and Living Room and two terraces: downstairs and upstairs.
All meals are included and can be enjoyed in the dining area. Bush picnics can be organized as well. A variety of wines and drinks can be served.
Complimentary laundry facilities are provided. In addition to game drives and nature walks, the camp offers visits to local Maasai villages.
And lst but not least : Free Wifi

As we have just started to open up our own intimate home to our guests and as we have no idea yet how it will work for both our guests and ourselves, we want to start with rates with which we can cover our costs. The first visitors will therefore on the one hand be lucky to pay less, but on the other hand we ask them to help us in improving our set-up with constructive advise and ideas.

Property manager

Joseph Hoenen

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German
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Amenities

Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Laundry
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Maasai Mara

Located in Maasai Mara, this villa is in a rural area and in the mountains. Musiara Gate and Oloololo Gate are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Maasai Mara National Reserve and Mara North Conservancy. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Aitong, Narok

What's nearby

  • Naboisho Conservancy - 33 min drive
  • Enonkishu Conservancy - 34 min drive
  • Olare Orok Conservancy - 49 min drive
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - 90 min drive
  • Musiara Gate - 90 min drive

Getting around

  • Maasai Mara (OLG-Olare Airstrip) - 28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A paradise for senses, a vacation for your soul pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A paradise for senses, a vacation for your soul?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A paradise for senses, a vacation for your soul?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A paradise for senses, a vacation for your soul located?

Situated in the mountains, this villa is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Mara North Conservancy and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lemek Conservancy. Ol Chorro Conservancy and Motorogi Conservancy are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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About the host

Hosted by Joseph Hoenen

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Joseph (Jos) Hoenen has more than 31 years of experience working in fragile states and developing countries. Between 1982 and 1987, he started his career as a rural development specialist in Yemen and Sri Lanka. In the next ten years, he was the Country Director for a Dutch NGO SNV in Mali and Benin. In this period, he was also asked to restart the country program in Rwanda in 1995, a year after the genocide..
Since 1999, he has worked in different positions within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands. From 1999 until 2004, he was the First Secretary in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia, and South Sudan. He then worked in Eritrea as the Deputy Ambassador and the World Bank in Khartoum.Focus: elections and political participation and economic development.
From 2008 until August 2013, Joseph Hoenen was the Coordinator on Women, Peace & Security in the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs in The Hague working with NATO, EU and other international fora. Amongst other responsibilities, he created a unique cooperation for the Netherlands Action Plan 1325 uniting 3 ministries and 41 civil organizations and knowledge institutes.
Since September 2013, he seconded to the the Dutch Ministry of Defence in different positions. working as their Civil Strategic Advisor.
Hobby’s
• Working for, in and around the castle of my wife (see www.kasteelvorden.nl)
• Improving and enjoying my beach house in Kenya (see https://kenyacoast.com/redhouse)
• travelling, politics
• jogging, squash, gym, soccer,
• cooking,
• latin & ballroom dancing,

Why they chose this property

We build the house here not only because it is a beautiful place with a romantic breathtaking view and an incredible “calming” privacy and silence (except for the nature sounds) but also because of the incredible rich fauna and flora.

Over the last 20 years, we have visited almost all game parks and nature reserves of East Africa and especially Kenya and we find this place on top of the crater almost unparalleled if not magical in terms of abundance of wild animals and eco-systems.
It has in our experience more wildlife than the famous Masai Mara Reserve that is at around 30 minutes drive away. And even better this area has something that you do not find in the Masai Mara, that are the Masai people with their respect for and wisdom of nature and wildlife.
We have Masai people working for us at this home as well as with our activities like game drives or nature walks.
There are several airstrips in the neighborhood at around 30 minutes.

What makes this property unique

View, wildlife, food, serenity

Languages:

English, French, German, Dutch
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