Overview of Deloraine House Kenya, Lake Nakuru
A family-owned and -run lodge, Deloraine House is nestled in a rugged Rift Valley landscape, just under an hour’s drive from Lake Nakuru, one of Kenya’s renowned soda lakes, where you might encounter hundreds of thousands of flamingos at times.

Constructed in the 1920s on the slopes of a dormant volcano, the lodge boasts an intriguing history and is renowned as a premier equestrian center. For passionate and seasoned riders, Deloraine presents multi-day horseback safaris across diverse parks and reserves in Kenya, along with local day rides suitable for both experts and novices, allowing you to soak in breathtaking vistas of the Rift Valley. A Deloraine highlight is a thrilling ride through a protected forest where you will be on the lookout for the rare black-and-white colobus monkey.

Deloraine is a cozy lodge featuring just five en suite bedrooms in the main house and an additional three in the adjoining cottage, making it a perfect retreat for honeymooners, couples, and families alike. It boasts a swimming pool, tennis court, polo field, and croquet lawn, along with two family rooms featuring shared bathrooms. It is an ideal spot to kick off your shoes and unwind indoors for a day or two before embarking on an exciting journey to Lake Nakuru National Park. When the flamingos are around, the scenery is breathtaking. Buffalo, hippos, and giraffes roam the land, while elusive leopards and rhinos add an air of mystery. With an astonishing bird count of around 400 species, there is certainly no shortage of wildlife to marvel at, even without the flamingos!

Accommodations at Deloraine House
Escape and rejuvenate in your exclusive haven of opulence

Standard Room
The cottage next to the main house features three double rooms, bringing the total to eight suites. Rooms are spacious and thoughtfully designed, showcasing wooden furniture, floor rugs, and a generous double bed draped in netting; each room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower and flush toilet – a few even offer a bathtub.

Alternative accommodations
Deloraine’s main building features three double rooms on the first floor and two family rooms on the ground floor.

Common Amenities
Constructed in 1920, Deloraine exudes a captivating allure and provides visitors with an opportunity to unwind in its drawing room, dining area, or one of its two verandas, each offering views of the lodge’s stunning gardens teeming with birds, where a swimming pool, tennis court, and croquet lawn await. The complimentary laundry service adds a delightful element to the experience.

The lodge’s equestrian centre presents an array of horseback experiences, catering to riders of all skill levels, from seasoned experts to enthusiastic beginners. There are effortless picturesque trails, a cross-country course, and even a polo field waiting to be explored. If you lean towards the comfort of a vehicle rather than the wild spirit of a horse, Deloraine presents half- and full-day excursions to Lake Nakuru National Park, featuring an attentive guide and a delightful picnic lunch.

Feasting
Guests at Deloraine can look forward to hearty home-cooked meals, shared together in different spots, influenced by the weather. Start your day with breakfast in the dappled shade of the garden, enjoy lunch by the swimming pool, savor afternoon tea on the terrace, and conclude with a candle-lit dinner alongside the owners.