Cedar Retreat Newsletters

  As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on what has been an active and fulfilling year. Here are some of the highlights that kept us busy. Cabin 3 expansion, we added an extra bedroom to Cabin 3 transforming it into a spacious 5-bedroom family cabin.  Our kitchen and restaurant team proudly served over 1500 delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner meals to guests.  

 A couple of weeks ago, as I was leaving the lodge, something caught my eye in the middle of the road. I slowed down and to my astonishment, a juvenile leopard stood up and moved to the side of the road. For a brief moment, we locked eyes, an unforgettable staring competition took place. Then with a flick of his tail he scampered off into the forest. What an incredible stroke of luck to witness such a beautiful creature up close!  

 We had a lovely and busy time in England, having left Nairobi on September 18th and arriving early morning on Friday, September 19th. Our friends Amarjit and Surinder were waiting for us with warm smiles and hugs at the airport. It was one of those autumn mornings, where the weather was pleasant on arrival, not too cold and no rain. 

  As we transition from the chill of winter into the warmth of summer, it's a time to embrace lighter clothes, longer days, and the beauty of blue skies and sunshine. The crisp winter air fades, and the warmth begins to creep in, bringing with it the excitement of outdoor adventures.   A reminder that a new season of growth, relaxation and sunshine has arrived. With the warmer weather we will be introducing new dishes that are light, fresh and full of seasonal flavours. A fresh start full of energy and new ideas. 

Nyeri is truly wrapped in the depths of winter with chilly days and cold nights. We are having to light the fire every night to take the chill away, adding a cosy and comforting ambience to the evenings. August, known as the second coldest month in Kenya, brings with it occasional rainy days that further enhance the cold. The persistent overcast skies and misty mornings have earned this time of the year the nickname “dreary Nyeri”. Roll on spring followed by warm sun kissed days.  
 

 July was a busy and eventful month for us. The lodge was bustling with guests from near and far. To enhance your dining experience at the lodge I have introduced new recipes. The rains have been good, and our turbine is working well. 

 In Kenya, June marks the start of the dry season, especially towards the end of the month. Coastal areas may still have some rain at the beginning, but it becomes drier and sunnier as the month progresses.  

Hello everyone, it’s been a while and I hope you are all keeping well. The rains have brought a refreshing touch to Nyeri, making the rolling hills lush and beautiful.  

A new year, a new start and a warm welcome to 2024, may your year be filled happiness, good health, and prosperity. 

 As we bid farewell to 2023, with a mixture of emotions and experiences, from happy moments such as family weddings, births and South Africa winning the rugby world cup to the sombre realities of the passing of family members and friends and to the tragedies in places like Gaza and others. 

 This month I have chosen to write about the Sykes monkeys which are one of my favourites. Encountering them along the way to Cedar Retreat from Rhino gate is a wonderful opportunity for me to observe these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. 

 The countdown begins to Christmas with only a few weeks to go. What a busy year, engagement parties, two weddings and another over the Christmas week and the rugby world cup.  
 

AUGUST 

NEWSFLASH – HORSE RIDING AT 

CEDAR RETREAT 

Exciting news for all nature and horse enthusiasts. Cedar Retreat will be introducing horse riding as an additional activity starting from the 

middle of October. 

 June was another busy month with a Roka, a birthday, the announcement of my youngest nieces engagement, and a last-minute trip to Cape Town. It was so good to see my family and friends.

Better late than never, apologies for the late newsletter. Happy reading and 

have a wonderful June. 

May was a very busy month with a wedding, birthday celebrations. 

Interesting Facts/Chirps about Chickens
We have a rooster and a hen at home, and I thought I would share some interesting information about these fascinating birds, these facts are so true. I call the rooster Crazy Cuckoo as he is always doing crazy things and the hen is called Henrietta. She produces lovely eggs with a rich yellow yolk, influenced by a healthy diet of nutrients.

Hello, Friends
Can February March, no but April May. March is a month of change and  transition, as we move from the summer season to the autumn season in  the Southern Hemisphere and from the winter season to the spring season  the Northern Hemisphere and March is a month with several important  celebrations and events. 

Love is in the air! 

February is the month of romance and 

what better way to celebrate than with our newsletter filled with love and romance.  

A warm welcome to 2023 

from Cedar Retreat. 

We are pleased to send you, with compliments, our latest Newsletter. We trust that you will find it to be interesting, useful and uplifting! Please feel free to share this with friends and family. Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to welcoming you to Cedar Retreat.  

Welcome to our December newsletter. Christmas is just around the corner and we have a lot to look forward to. The holidays are a fun, busy and stressful time of year.  

Welcome to Cedar Retreats first newsletter. As they say the early bird catches the worm, it’s time to start thinking about your Christmas holidays. December is only a couple of weeks away and we would like to give you the opportunity to take advantage of our great rates and book your stay in the enchanting forest of Cedar Retreat.