Introduction

Castle Forest Lodge is located deep in the thick forest on the slopes to the south of Mount Kenya. It is set in a natural surrounding of rainforest, fresh water rivers with falls on either side of the lodge, a fabulous view of the valley on the one, and the impressive peaks of Mount Kenya on the other side. The main house was built in 1910 of river stones and wood. It is being said that both Queen Elizabeth and President Jomo Kenyatta visited Castle Forest Lodge when they were students. A charming old building with a cozy dining and bar and a veranda overlooking the animal drinking pool and the valley below.

In 2000, Castle Forest Lodge has been renovated to accommodate slightly over thirty guests. The main house contains three double rooms with shared toilet/shower facilities. A restaurant and bar on the ground floor with a veranda surrounding it. On the seven and a half hectares you will find three bungalows outfitted for four persons and eight cottages furnished for two, each one of them appointed with a fire place and bathroom. The lodge provides the opportunity for travelers to camp. A conference room equipped for twenty people is available on request. When looking for a weekend break, Castle Forest Lodge is just two and a half hour drive from Nairobi off the Kutus-Kianyaga road.