The Mabati House is light, airy, cool and completely adaptable to each day's changing needs. In hot weather the whole house can be opened up, revealing views out onto Sanctuary Farm and the many wild animals that roam around; whilst cooler weather and during the evenings the house can be closed up again to make a cosy interior for intimate dinners and relaxing after a long day. The house is equipped with a fully functioning bathroom and kitchen, as well as two bedrooms and a large living room. The Mabati House is designed as a contemporary bush home. The clean lines and simple spaces are designed to frame a myriad of views out to the beautiful Sanctuary Farm. The house is built out of timber frame and the interior is formed out of wood, whilst the outside is clad in metal, hence the Swahili name 'Mabati'. We love spending the afternoons here, with all the big doors pushed open and watching the giraffe wander through the garden. Guest have access to our 450 acre conservancy and are welcome to walk around freely and enjoy everything the farm has to offer! It Is very lovely to walk down to the lake for a boat ride to spot hippos or to the stables to say hello to our darling horses and book a ride. We have bicycles for rent which guests can also ride around the farm! The property is family run and there is always someone around to direct queries or request advice from. Please don't hesitate to contact us on the number given. Lake Naivasha is an incredible spot, with the Rift Valley escarpments rising on both sides, the volcanoes of Suswa and Longonot behind, it is truly a magical landscape with no shortage of things to explore on land or water. Just ask us in advance or when you arrive and we are delighted to provide suggestions for activities in the local area. Its easiest to use a car to get anywhere in Kenya and getting to the Mabati House is no exception. However, there are many taxis and taxi motorbikes (boda boda) operating locally that can be useful for those without private transport. As we are primarily a wildlife conservancy, a conservation fee of KES 1000/- per adult and 500/- per child (Free for kids under 5) is charged upon arrival at the gate. This is only paid once and goes towards all our conservation efforts.