Holiday rentals with a pool in Lake Kivu

All Semanywa's listed amenities were exactly as shown in the pictures. The pool is perfect for an evening swim and the place is just so peaceful and private. The house manager was extremely helpful and even though there was a communication barrier, she and Semanywa made us feel right at home. I would highly recommend this place for anyone visiting Kigali and need both serenity and reasonable proximity from Kigali Center.

We had a truly wonderful stay at this luxury villa in Kigali with kids. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the warm hospitality, elegant design, and stunning views. The villa was immaculately clean, spacious, and perfectly suited for a family stay — with thoughtful amenities that made our children feel right at home. The staff (especially Eli) were attentive without being intrusive, and every detail was handled with care. A peaceful, safe, and luxurious retreat that exceeded our expectations. We look forward to returning! Special thanks to the host and Eli who went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. Be sure to get more referrals from us and certainly a repeat stay at your property

This place is exquisite! Well taken care of and clean and in a nice neighborhood! The host was so nice, friendly, responsive and kind The stuff there is also helpful and friendly. My friends and I had a blast there. Everything there is top notch. Surely, Give Daine your money!! Lol!

THE LOCATION IS NOT LISTED CORRECTLY! it is 15 minute drive to the east (!) of the airport otherwise: the place was great overall, explicitly because the staff is so helpful! they got us a car for rent, they did our laundry, they brought everything we wanted right to our door. place is very clean, nothing to complain.

This was our first trip to Africa, so there was a lot to get acquainted with and having this space as our retreat was wonderful. Despite the language barrier, we seemed to communicate pretty well and our house helper was so kind and kept the place in sparkling order. What initially attracted us to the rental was the pool, and it was EXQUISITE - so refreshing during this dry season. The lifeguard came regularly and kept the water very clean. We were grateful for the screened windows, the fans and the optional mosquito netting over the beds. They even did a load of laundry for us during our stay and were proactive in meeting up with us to deliver it when we were back from a side trip to the rain forest. There were a good few options for enjoying a morning coffee on the patio and we always had enough space for 3 adults to have some private space behind a locked gate around the property. We always felt safe and would stay here again.

Wir haben hier im März 2024 als Familie mit fünf Personen gewohnt. Das Haus ist sehr schön, modern, großzügig. Es war sehr sauber als wir ankamen und wir wurden sehr herzlich empfangen. Kommunikation mit dem Host war freundlich und hilfsbereit, es gab immer schnell eine Antwort bei Fragen. Leider konnten wir die Dusche in einem der Badezimmer oben nicht nutzen, da der Abfluss gar nicht funktionierte. Auch war es am Anfang etwas schwierig mit dem Wasserdruck und parallel dass das Wasser nicht wirklich warm/heiss wurde. Letzteres ließ sich aber nach wenigen Tagen und Ausprobieren der Einstellungen des Heizsystems beheben. Die Wasserpumpe ist mega laut – aber geht halt nicht anders. Sonst ist die Gegen schön, man fühlt sich total sicher und alles ist toll bepflanzt. Nur der Weg zum Haus/der Gated Community ist sehr sehr abenteuerlich, schafft nicht jedes Auto. Da ist bisher nichts erschlossen an Straßen. Alles in allem haben wir eine tolle Zeit gehabt und kämen wieder. Danke

Excellent place, they took our dinner orders ahead of time and had it waiting for us, very very accomodating for our three dogs that traveled with us, fantatsic views, very quiet at night. Only challenge is maps doesnt accurately direct you from the road, but Peace was able to guide us over the phone easily.

Lysette’s place is fantastic, extremely clean, and she is a good host, very communicative. Charles (the house help) is so friendly and helping, I will definitely come back.

The place was extremely clean and easy to check into. Just as described. It is a bit far away from the more happening parts of town, but transportation is very easy and cheap to get. Would definitely recommend !

I had a wonderful time. Sonia is a great communicator. I was treated beyond expectation. I would come again when next I visit Kigali. Thank you for hosting me.