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Situated 16 km from Kakamega Forest Station, 48 km from Maseno University and 48 km from Luanda Station, faraja homes offers accommodation set in Kakamega. This apartment features free private parking and full-day security. The 1-bedroom apartment has a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Kisumu International Airport, 49 km from the apartment.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.9
Location
8.4
High score for Kakamega
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Josiah
    Kenya Kenya
    The host is very responsive and cooperative. I would recommend everyone to Zippy
  • Patrick
    Kenya Kenya
    The place was near town and easy to find.. the place was also quiet and secure.
  • Katrin
    Germany Germany
    The appartment is very nice. There is a nice living room with a tv, a well equipped kitchen and a bedroom. The service was great and we felt like home. The host is very friendly and helpful. We would love to come back :)
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by zippy

8.9
8.9
Host review score
Host review score

zippy
Zippys residential home is located in amalemba estate which is off kisumu kakamega road on your way to the kakamega airstrip, the property is located in a serene eviroment,free from noise , faraja home to the town center is only 30ksh using tuk-tuks, water is available 24/7, wifi, fully equipped kitchen and electric wire fence for your security.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of faraja homes
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Activities
    • Fishing
      Additional charge
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    • Tennis court
      Additional charge
    Building characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • 24-hour security
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    faraja homes takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 10:00 to 21:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.


    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about faraja homes

    • faraja homes can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • faraja homes is 1.2 miles from the centre of Kakamega. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • faraja homes offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • faraja homes has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at faraja homes may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, faraja homes is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at faraja homes is from 10:00, and check-out is until 11:00.