Villa Liwonde - Cottage

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Staff

8.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Villa Liwonde - Cottage in Liwonde offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each room includes air-conditioning, a work desk, and a wardrobe. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy meals at the family-friendly restaurant serving African and barbecue grill cuisines. The on-site restaurant offers vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free options. A sun terrace and outdoor dining area provide relaxing spaces. Convenient Facilities: The guest house features a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and an outdoor play area. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Additional services include a concierge, daily housekeeping, and free on-site private parking. Local Attractions: Located 112 km from Chileka International Airport, Villa Liwonde - Cottage is near Malosa Forest Reserve (25 km) and Chifundo Artisan's Network Art Studio Shop (32 km). Fishing activities are available for guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Moreau
Greece Greece
“Those people in charge are the best people ever. Big heart, so helpfull, so kind. The view over the river and the sounds of hippos are just amazing”
Michel
Belgium Belgium
“Well located in front of the shire river with a view on hippopotames. Outstanding service”
Antonio
Spain Spain
“It's one of the best places in Liwonde. Lyton and the accommodation staff helped me in everything and they were so kind and amazing people. I wish to come back.”
Sivan
France France
“I am honestly so confused by all the negative reviews which almost made me reconsider booking. Villa Liwonde is located at a beautiful spot near town with great views of the Shirenand its hippos. The villa itself is lovely with comfortable and...”
Rebekka
Switzerland Switzerland
“It's a great location. I especially enjoyed being outside and being right next to the river. It was a quiet atmosphere.”
Paula
Finland Finland
“Situation was very nice on the river bank. Clean and big room( number 5 and 2).”
Anonymous
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent value for money and unbeatable local with clear view waterside and vast open spaces. Room size and facilities were great value. Staff were excellent and provided all information requested and special mention for Maureen who was...”
Peter
United States United States
“Exceptional attentiveness by staff. Food prepared to order with sufficient notice (staff need to go to market).”
Thomas
Denmark Denmark
“Really a nice place with a nice big room and amazing hosts. Very frindly and helped with all my questions. Did a great work trying to organize a tour. All in all really happy with my stay.”
Rudolf
Germany Germany
“Das Personal war sehr freundlich und auf meine Wünsche beim Essen sofort eingegangen. Der gebratene Fisch war ein Traum. Meine geplanten Safaris wurden gut organisiert. Die Lage am Shire River ist top . Man kann jeden Tag die Nilpferde hören und...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

8.7
Host review score
Villa Liwonde at the doorsteps of the top ranked Liwonde National Park is a great place for HIPPO and BIRD watching who love to pool there in early afternoon hours in the river. A place that renews your spirits. This gem offers optional self-catering facilities assisted by a cook in stunning greenery. Fully equipped kitchen, bbq stand, campfire site and even a "fairy-tale" oven house in the garden for wood oven pizza. With prior notice we can also offer full board. You can hire the cottage exclusively or rent rooms and share the community facilities. This gem can easily be reached all year round even with public transport and without a 4x4. Safaris start next door twice a day. Rooms with modern comfort (air-cons, all ensuite except one) in African classic design combinded with nature!
We are happy to open Villa Liwonde to a wider public and make the Liwonde National Park Experience affordable. The place has been a great source of inspiration for poetry and art.
Ideal starting point to experience the opposite LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK (boat or 4x4 safaris or self-driving) 15min walk to a Hotel Swimming Pool (user fee) and Playground 15 min walk to Indian Restaurant and 1 min to local restaurant and sportsbar 15min walk to next grocery and ATM (basics, up-market products like cheese, green herbs, pork are rare to fin d in Liwonde and it is recommended to bring them when needed) The area is famous for cane furniture and carving of chief chairs. Excursions 45 min to Zomba Plateau, 50 min to Lake Malawi, 20 min to Balaka,
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
US$5 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 05:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 05:00:00.