Historic Manor with 5 Bedroom All Ensuite House on 2.65 Acres For Sale, with Solar Heating, Solar Heated Swimming Pool, at Ksh220M in Karen minutes from the Southern Bypass

This attractive house sits elegantly amidst a beautiful mature garden in Karen, just minutes from the Southern Bypass. Reminiscent of an English country manor this delightful home combines modern and traditional elements to deliver the best of both worlds.

This historic family home was constructed in the 1930s and benefited from a comprehensive sympathetic extension in 2012, creating a unique blend of old-world charm and modern luxury living.

The house demonstrates thoughtful planning and has been designed to enhance freedom of movement. The ground floor comprises a substantial modern open-plan kitchen with a central island. It includes a significant breakfast/dining area with a fireplace and opens onto a covered verandah which overlooks the pool and garden.

This floor also features a formal dining room, a spacious living room with a fireplace, a separate lounge, an office and a cloakroom. The ground floor includes a large self-contained guest suite which opens onto the garden. In addition, there is a large children’s playroom and a covered verandah.

The first floor comprises a master bedroom with an en suite bathroom and walk-in closet. The master features a private balcony which overlooks the pool. This floor includes three further double bedrooms sharing a bathroom and a small office-cum-laundry room.

Amenities include separate self-contained staff quarters comprising 6 rooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen and a courtyard.

The property includes a shade-port for 2 cars and a double garage. It features a comprehensive security system with alarmed windows, panic buttons, and remote controlled automatic gates. It has an underground water tank and a reliable city council water supply, plus solar water heating.

Location information

The property is located in Karen on the prestigious Miotoni Road. It is approximately 5 minutes from the Southern Bypass, which gives excellent access to the CBD and airports to the east, as well as the rest of Nairobi to the West. In addition, the property will enjoy direct access to the newly duelled Ngong Road, The Junction Mall, Lavington, Westlands and beyond.

Both the Karen Golf and Country Club and the Karen Hospital are nearby, with various shopping facilities such as Karen Crossroads, the Hub Mal, Karen Shopping Centre, Galleria Mall and the Waterfront Mall all within easy reach.

A number of international schools are in close proximity including Hillcrest Preparatory and Secondary Schools, the Banda School and Brookhouse School.

In addition, the Hemingways Nairobi Hotel and restaurants such as the Tamarind and Talisman are close by.