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"ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Kafuta, Western
  • Kololi Beach
    87 min drive
  • Banjul Beach
    99 min drive
  • Kunta Kinteh Island
    200 min drive
  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.)
    58 min drive

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Senegambia Craft Market - 48 min drive
  • River Gambia National Park - 52 min drive
  • Bijilo Beach - 80 min drive
  • Kololi Beach - 87 min drive
  • Banjul Beach - 99 min drive

Getting around

  • Banjul (BJL-Banjul Intl.) - 58 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge

The Roots Guesthouse is a traditional African roundhouse built with local materials. It sleeps 2 and has a bathroom equipped with shower, toilet and sink. Our lodge is 70 Meters from the river beach and surrounded by natural surroundings where you can even see monkey's!We offer River, Road, Village tours, guided bush walks, school and hospital visits, Reggae nights/events, food/drinks with (advance notice)in our River Cafe & more.

💚 #goodvibesecolodge #kafutavillage #Gambia #westafrica #africa

We call our home “Good Vibes Eco Lodge” because we are striving towards self sustaining, ecologically responsible living with good vibes flowing!

We have 3 Guesthouses. The "Bah" and "Roots" both have Double Beds, Bathrooms with sinks, toilets and showers. The "One Love" Self Catering Guesthouse has both Double and Single Beds and a bathroom as well. It also has a small kitchen with a stovetop cooker and sink. We can accommodate 7 guests.

We are in the process of updating our outdoor kitchen. In it is a wood-fired oven, a propane stovetop cooker, a kitchen sink and food prep area.

Just 70 Meters from the river means a short walk for swimming, birdwatching, monkey sightings, boat trips and more!

We run on solar power and have our own water source. We garden year round and are learning syntropic agroforestry methods which will greatly conserve water during our dry season. We have various fruit trees and also many moringa trees. We have our chickens help us compost and our sheep provide us with good manure. We have 3 Bee hives that soon will hopefully be buzzing with activity. Beekeeping has long been a dream so we are excited to start soon and be reaping the magic, golden honey/medicine.

We have an open air cafe where we play Reggae music and (with advance notice) serve drinks and food, including fresh bread, pizza and other treats from our bakery.

Our own home is a round Eco home built from local materials and is simple and sweet. We welcome you to view our home.

We have many dreams for our yard and work towards them daily! Our place is a true labor of love and inspiration, embued with the energy of all the people who have been a part of this project thus far.

Explore our property, find a hammock and relax while listening to the beautiful birdsong and monkey chattering. We know you will feel the magic of Africa here in our peaceful yard.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge?

The closest beach to "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge is Banjul Beach (31.6 km).

How much does it cost to stay at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge?

As of 25 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge on 26 Dec 2024 start from AU$54.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, babysitting service and children's books, it's no surprise that "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge?

No, "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

"ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge Reviews

Reviews

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

gary f.

Liked: Cleanliness
my review on good vibes lodges
i spent 3 wonderful weeks in roots the hosts were brilliant ive had 3 holidays in senegambia never again everyone should give the beautiful kafuta and surrounding areas a chance you will not fregret it gary from england
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Barend H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Viel heel erg tegen.
Slecht.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022