In this article, I will list my favorite tiny homes in Kenya. It includes the beautiful Truck House in Machakos and the romantic Honeymoon House in Mweiga, Nyeri.
A tiny home is any dwelling space that falls under a maximum of 500 square feet. Tiny homes in Kenya can also be built on a permanent foundation, for example, container houses or a moving platform like an old truck.
Living in tiny homes in Kenya has many merits, including lower energy consumption, no mortgage, harmony with nature, easy maintenance, and a simpler life.
Although there are not so many tiny homes here in Kenya, people slowly appreciate how they address the menace of affordable housing in Kenya. Tiny houses occupy a smaller space and maximize the vertical space.
Top 10 Best Tiny Homes in Kenya
Below is a comprehensive list of Kenya’s best and most unique tiny homes.
#1. The Truck House, Machakos
The Truck House is built on an old truck and rises two stories high. It’s the first tiny home in Kenya built on wheels. The truck head is wonderfully converted to an office, and the rooftop provides a great view of Kyumbi hill – a perfect spot to stargaze and watch the sunset. Being one of the best tiny homes in Kenya, it has a queen-sized bed, a projector, and a powerful sound system.
The Truck House is situated near the Kyumbi Hills and Kyumbi Mixed Secondary School in Machakos County. It charges $80 per person per night.
#2. The Shed, Nakuru
The Shed is a famous tiny house in Kenya due to its unique and beautiful design. The brick and iron sheets home has black-painted walls, tiles, and an entirely black bathroom with wooden finishes.
It’s situated in Nakuru County, about 10 km from the popular Egerton Castle. This shed is one of the best tiny homes in Kenya. Moreover, it features a beautiful seating area for warmer evenings and is ideal for bird lovers.
The Shed charges $113 per night and can accommodate up to four guests.
#3. The A-Frame, Nairobi
The A-frame is a tiny house perfect for anyone looking for a home away from home. This home is ideal for solo guests and couples.
It’s located at the corner of a four-acre garden 2km from Karen center and 1.3 km from the Hub Mall. The A-Frame is excellent for its stylish bedroom with a king-sized bed, spacious bathroom, and a small working space downstairs with WiFi.
The home charges $131 per guest per night.
#4. The Love Nest, Nanyuki
The Love Nest is a tiny house in Nanyuki, Laikipia County – a few minutes’ drive from the equator curios. This home is perfect for anyone who needs a quiet place to relax after work hours since its surroundings are fantastic and there is no TV and WiFi.
The Love Nest hosts a maximum of two guests and charges $70 per guest every night.
#5. The Brandy Bus
The Brandy Bus is one of Kenya’s best tiny homes on wheels. It’s an old school bus that has been refurbished into an Airbnb. The Bus hosts two double beds upstairs and two single beds downstairs. This home is a calm escape to relax, and it’s great since it also has a tennis court.
The Brandy Bus is at the foot of Ngong Hills in Nairobi and charges $115 per night for each guest.
#6. The Red Container House
The Red Container House is one of the best tiny homes in Kenya, using solar energy and set hanging on a cliff. The house is an incredible escape for a place to relax, listen to music, and have fun with friends. Moreover, if you’re a dog lover or enjoy milking, here is your home.
This home is located 5.4 km from Kamuka trading center in Kajiado County and hosts a maximum of four guests. It charges $160 per night and per guest.
Book your stay at The Red Container House.
#7. Watamu Shell House
Watamu Shell House is one of Kenya’s unique and best tiny homes. The tiny home is perfect for those who love swimming and looking for a place to relax away from the city noise. It has a clean outdoor swimming pool. It’s located only a few meters from Papa Remo Beach in Watamu.
It charges $172 per night and night and hosts a maximum of four guests. Book Your Stay at Watamu Shell House.
#8. Zahi Home, Naro Moru
Zahi tiny home is perfect for those who like cool places to rest after long hours from work or hikes and have time with their friends as they enjoy coffee. This holiday home has four bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchenette, three bathrooms, and a living room fitted with a flat-screen TV.
Zahi’s home is in Naro Moru, 14 km from Nanyuki Airstrip.
#9. The Honeymoon House, Mweiga
The Honeymoon House is located inside Rhino Watch Safari Lodge in Muthuini, Nyeri County. This tiny home offers a perfect escape for couples. In addition, guests can access the swimming pool and the restaurant.
The Honeymoon House charges $190 per night and per guest.
#10. Shepherd Huts at One Stop Nanyuki
Shepherd Huts are the best tiny houses in Nanyuki – located at One Stop opposite Nanyuki Airstrip. The Four are Oak, Ivy, Holly, and Bramble Shepherd’s Hut.
They are comfortable homes worth spending nights during your visit to Nanyuki. The huts are set on a compound comprising a café, hockey pitch, kid’s playground, and a crafts shop. Each of them can host a maximum of three people.
Top 10 Best Tiny Homes in Kenya: FAQs
Below are some commonly asked questions about tiny houses and tiny dwellings in Kenya.
Which are the most famous tiny homes in Kenya?
The most popular tiny homes in Kenya include; Shepherd Huts, The Brandy Bus, and The Red Container.
What are the different types of tiny homes?
There are three types of tiny homes; Tiny Houses on a permanent foundation, Tiny Homes on Wheels, and Park models.
Can one live in a tiny home in Kenya permanently?
Yes, it’s an individual’s or a family’s choice to live permanently in a tiny home. Although, only some are doing it as others get to understand everything to do with tiny houses.
What are the disadvantages of a tiny home?
As the name suggests, the biggest demerit of a tiny home is space. Small houses have much less storage and floor space.
In Conclusion
Tiny homes are unique and affordable places for everyone. Having listed some of the best Tiny Homes, you should set aside time and visit these homes and enjoy nature and their unique style. However, you can also find one for your family if interested.
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