Guests

1-10 guests

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

3 bathrooms

Best for

Families, groups of friends and self drive safari

Rates

From KES 5,000 per adult per night

1 to 10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms

Laikipia Nest is a self catering house in Laikipia, private and exclusive use, set on a 10,000 acre working farm and conservancy near Rumuruti. Four bedrooms, a pool, river frontage and wildlife that comes and goes on its own schedule.

Why it's on Weaver

Laikipia Nest perfectly captures the Weaver ethos. Morning coffee on the veranda with the birds, river walks and game drives, and long chats around a roaring firepit to finish the day. And of course, complete privacy...we know you'll love it.

Flo Schepers

The rooms, four bedrooms sleeping 10

The master suite at Laikipia Nest with a wooden four poster bed and bamboo shaded windows

Master Suite

King bed, large ensuite, valley views.

King
Double bedroom in the Laikipia Nest cottage with a quilted bedspread and striped rug

Cottage Room

Double bed, private entrance, garden views.

Double
The twin room in the cottage at Laikipia Nest, with two single beds beside a curtained window.

The Twin

Two singles, ideal for older kids or friends.

2 Singles
The bunk room in the main house at Laikipia Nest, with a door opening onto a sunny patio

The Bunk Room

Four custom bunks, the kids' den.

4 Bunks

Activities

Self drive game drives

Drive the farm in your own 4x4. A map is provided with the recommended hotspots marked.

Bronze level guide

No charge, riding along in your own vehicle. Prebooking needed, subject to availability.

Guided game drive

In the Ol Maisor game drive vehicle, KES 12,900 for a half day per group. Prebooking recommended, subject to availability.

Fishing at Acacia Dam

Tilapia fishing. Bring your own rods or rent one of ours at KES 1,000 per rod per day, worms supplied free. A firm favourite with children.

Dam swimming

Japper's and Murram Dams are both good for a swim. Always look for hippo before you jump in.

Sniffer dogs

Visit the Ol Maisor bloodhounds and learn how they are trained and the security work they do here and on surrounding farms.

Cycling

Ol Maisor sits on a popular cycling route through Laikipia, with the pool waiting at the end of a hot ride.

River walks

The house has its own frontage on the Ewaso Narok, good for early mornings and birdlife.

Directions

Life at the house

The house is self catering and yours alone for the length of your stay. It is designed for long, easy days. Mornings start on the verandah with coffee and the sound of the plains waking up. Afternoons are for sprawling in the garden or escaping the sun in the cool living room, or going on an adventure around the conservancy and spotting wildlife. When the sun dips, the firepit is lit, and the wood-burning fireplace keeps the house warm long after dark. It is a place where the clocks slow down, and your internal rhythm follows suit.

Two wicker loungers on the veranda at Laikipia Nest, looking out to the garden

On the farm, 10,000 acres of Laikipia

Ol Maisor is a working cattle and sheep farm in Laikipia, and staying here means being part of that landscape. You can walk for miles through the private conservancy without seeing another soul, just the local wildlife, zebra, giraffe, and eland, grazing alongside the livestock. If you visit in early May, we can arrange for you to see the annual shearing, and fresh produce from the local neighbourhood is often available. This isn't a manicured resort; it is a living piece of land.

A lion walking through the long grass on the Ol Maisor conservancy in Laikipia

What Guests Say

AMAZING spot! Beautiful and quiet. Lots of space and things to do, so great for families too! The House is beautifully done and well kitted out. We had such an awesome stay. Will be back soon!

Annabelle, Nairobi

So tranquil and comfortable. Helpful staff and a really great location. Beautiful walks at the water's edge among the birds.

Pots, Nairobi

Pricing

  • Monday to Thursday: adults KES 5,000 pppn · kids 6–12 KES 2,500 pppn · under 5s free
  • Friday to Sunday: minimum charge of 4 adults per night
  • Minimum stay: 2 nights (3 nights over Easter and 20 Dec–2 Jan)

What's included

  • Self catered accommodation. Bring all your own food and drink.
  • Self drive safari on the farm, with a map provided.
  • Staff: cleaning lady and askari.
  • Firewood, gas and drinking water.
  • All bedding, towels, toilet paper and soap.

Extras

  • Bronze level guide, in your own vehicle: no charge, prebooking needed.
  • Guided game drive in the Ol Maisor vehicle: KES 12,900 for a half day per group.
  • Cook: KES 1,500 per day.
  • Fishing rod hire: KES 1,000 per rod per day, worms supplied free.
  • Gratuities: KES 500 to KES 1,000 per employee per day.

House Rules

  • Self-catering with on-site staff assistance.
  • Solar-powered hot water; please conserve usage.
  • No pets permitted to ensure wildlife safety.

Amenities

Power & Connectivity

  • Wifi: Starlink, good for calls
  • Mobile signal: Safaricom
  • Power: solar plus backup gen
  • Hot water: solar heated

The House

  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Private swimming pool
  • Wood-burning fireplace
  • Social firepit
  • Laundry service by staff
  • Fresh linens and towels

Outside

  • 10,000 private acres
  • River frontage, Ewaso Narok
  • Game drives (add-on)
  • 4x4 access recommended
  • Secure parking onsite

Family & Rules

  • Sleeps 10, whole house
  • Cot and high chair available
  • No pets (resident wildlife)
  • Child-friendly pool fence: no

Reach Out

Have questions about Laikipia Nest? We are here to help.

Email: info@weavertrails.com

WhatsApp: +254 714 551 165

Frequently asked questions

Getting There

How do I get to Laikipia Nest?

Ol Maisor is in Laikipia, about a 5 hour drive from Nairobi on tarmac (roughly 264km), or 2.5 hours from Nanyuki on dirt road. The closest town is Rumuruti, about 40 minutes away.

Do I need a 4x4?

Yes, 4x4 access is recommended both for the drive in and for getting around the 10,000-acre conservancy.

Is the house easy to find?

We'll send full directions once your booking is confirmed, and our team is reachable by WhatsApp if you need help on the day.

Rooms & Sleeping

How many people does the house sleep?

The house has 4 double bedrooms: two ensuite rooms in the main house (one with a bath), and two smaller rooms in a separate cottage sharing a bathroom. Every room has space to add a single bed or cot, making it easy to fit families or groups travelling together.

Is there a cot or high chair for young children?

Yes, both a cot and a high chair are available on request.

Do you allow pets?

No. The property is unfenced and surrounded by resident wildlife, so pets aren't permitted.

Facilities & Amenities

Is there WiFi and phone signal?

Yes. Starlink WiFi is available and good enough for calls, and Safaricom has decent coverage on the property.

How is the house powered?

Solar power with a backup generator, so you're covered even on overcast days.

Is there a pool?

Yes, a private swimming pool for guests' exclusive use. Please note the pool isn't child-fenced, so young children should be supervised at all times.

What's in the kitchen?

A fully equipped kitchen for self-catering, plus a wood-burning fireplace and a firepit for evenings.

Is laundry service available?

Yes, laundry is done by staff, and fresh linens and towels are provided throughout your stay.

Wildlife & Safety

Is it safe for kids given the wildlife?

Ol Maisor is a genuine working farm and conservancy, so wildlife moves through freely and the house is unfenced. It's a wonderful place for children to experience real nature, but they must be supervised at all times, and the pool isn't child-fenced.

Will we see wildlife from the house?

Very likely. The 10,000-acre private conservancy is home to zebra, giraffe, eland and more, often grazing alongside the farm's livestock.

Rates & What's Included

What does a stay cost?

Monday to Thursday: adults KES 5,000 pppn · kids 6–12 KES 2,500 pppn · under 5s free Friday to Sunday: minimum charge of 4 adults per night Minimum stay: 2 nights (3 nights over Easter and 20 Dec–2 Jan)

Is food included?

The house is self-catering, so you'll bring your own food and drink, though staff are on hand to help with meal service and daily upkeep.

What add-ons are available?

A bronze level guide can ride along in your own vehicle at no charge, or you can book a guided game drive in the Ol Maisor vehicle at Ksh 12,900 for a half day per group. Both need prebooking and are subject to availability. A cook can be booked at Ksh 1,500 per day, and fishing rods rent at Ksh 1,000 per rod per day with worms supplied free.

Booking

How do I book Laikipia Nest?

Email info@weavertrails.com or reach us on WhatsApp at +254 714 551 165, and we'll take it from there.

Do we get the whole house to ourselves?

Yes. Laikipia Nest is booked as a whole-house, exclusive-use property for your group only.

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