Kimaro Farmhouse Holiday Cottage

We first met at a very special spot in Tanzania: Ndutu Safari Lodge in the Serengeti. Robby is a photographer and was travelling annually to Tanzania to work on a photographic art project, in which he is capturing the African animal world in a unique and authentic manner. Marleen was living in Tanzania and was Lodge Manager of Ndutu Safari Lodge, where she expertly ensured that guests were always comfortable. Robby is Belgian and Marleen is Dutch. We have been living permanently at Kimaro Farmhouse since 2011. By setting up this property in France, we’ve been able to mix our passions of the great outdoors and Africa into a wonderful cocktail. You’ll notice this in the safari tent décor, which is dotted with African accents. Kimaro is a word, which was inspired by the Kiswahili language. KI is a prefix and MARO are the first two letters of Marleen and Robby’s names. Our dream has come true – setting up this Burgundian farmhouse, a heavenly place where you’ll find rest and space. Kimaro Farmhouse stands for quality and authenticity on a small scale.

Kimaro Farmhouse is situated in Burgundy, in the French department Nièvre, approximately 200 km south of Paris. Our holiday cottage, Twiga House, which forms part of the property dating back to 1850 has been renovated, keeping its authentic character intact. Romantic, atmospheric and rustic, it is spiced with African accents. Twiga House has 2 bedrooms, a bathroom with shower, a separate toilet, furnished kitchen, and a cosy living room with dining area and wood heater. The master bedroom contains a double bed, while the second bedroom has bunk beds. Bedding is provided. There is room for a maximum of 4 people, and an extra children’s cot can be provided at no extra charge. We offer loads of room to relax. On your own terrace, in the orchard, in the farmyard, in the meadow or by our lake. The farmyard and the terrace are south-facing. The grapevines above the terrace provide shade on a hot summer’s day.

Kimaro Farmhouse is situated amongst rolling meadows. In the morning you’ll be greeted by our ‘neighbours’, the Charolais cows, for which Burgundy is so famous. From the property, you can take a sandy trail into a gigantic forest - perfect for a long walk, or mountain-bike ride. Culturally, Burgundy is one of the most interesting regions of Europe and is the wine region of France. Aside from this, Burgundy offers one of France’s most beautiful and diverse landscapes, and where joy and tranquility are king. The picturesque French villages, castles and landscapes in our immediate surroundings will truly delight you.