The Makokola Retreat

Summary

Welcome to The Makokola Retreat. Brilliantly green gardens reveal spacious beach villas perched along the Southern lake shores. The retreat provides gracious service in an unmatched experience in Malawi. This showpiece property captures the essence of African design, culture and tradition.

Dining at the Retreat is an eclectic experience. Guests can savour fine Mediterranean cuisine, celebrate the tastes of Malawi, or feast on Italian specialities in our casual restaurant and bar.

Lake Spa’s nurturing and personal care ensures a renewing experience that honours ancient traditions while commemorating African nature. Superbly rewarding leisure time, spa escapes, golfing, activities including waterskiing and sailing, and walking to local villages – whether your vacation dream is action packed or more relaxed, The Makokola Retreat includes temptations for any interest, all year-round.

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Rooms

Executive (Chief) Villa

The Makokola Retreat has one Executive Beach Villa, furnished in an African contemporary style and just a breath away from the beach. This 2 bedroom en-suite villa is located at the eastern end of the property and is screened by natural indigenous vegetation to ensure maximum privacy. It is perfect for families or a couple requiring a more intimate space.The Executive Villa has the following features:• Master bedroom with king size bed and oversize mosquito net. En-suite bathroom with shower, double vanity and an over sized bathtub.• Second bedroom with two single beds and oversize mosquito net. En-suite bathroom with shower and single vanity• Malawian cotton, locally embroided bed linens• Mini bar and tea/coffee making facilities• Fan system• Stylish separate sitting room, inviting and comfortable• Large beachfront garden with sun beds offering wonderful views of the lake and sunset.• Maximum occupancy 4 people including children.

Lake Villa

The property offers 9 spacious Lake Villas. They are furnished in an African contemporary style nestled in stunning gardens with a full lake view. Each has the following features:• Lakefront location and views• Hand-carved king size bed with oversize mosquito net• Bathroom with separate shower and bathtub with double vanities • Comfortable separate sitting area • Malawian cotton, locally embroided bed linens• Tea/coffee making facilities• Fan system• Private veranda with comfortable sun chairs• Maximum occupancy 2 adults and 2 children.

Beach / Family Rooms

The Makokola has 26 well appointed Beach rooms, 11 family rooms, 13 twin rooms and 2 double rooms. They are furnished in an African contemporary style and are just steps away from the lake.These rooms have the following features:• Lakefront location and views• King size bed with oversize mosquito netor• Two single beds with oversize mosquito net• Malawian cotton, locally embroided bed linen • Bathroom with separate shower and bathtub, double vanities • Tea/coffee making facilities• Fan system• Private terrace with relaxing sun chairs• Maximum occupancy 4 people including children in family rooms and 2 people in twin/ double rooms.

Garden Rooms

The Makokola has 12 Garden rooms, 6 family rooms and 6 twin rooms all walking distance from the Lake. They are furnished in an African contemporary style, surrounded by the tranquility of lush gardens and the relaxing nearby Lake Spa.The Garden rooms have the following facilities:• Full garden views• Two single beds with oversize mosquito net and four bunk beds• Malawian cotton, locally embroided bed linen • One bathroom with shower with single vanity• Tea/coffee making facilities• Fan system• Private terrace with relaxing sun chairs• Maximum occupancy 2 adults and 4 children.