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Home away from home

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Property grounds
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, fireplace
Dining
Exterior
Virunga Homestays offers a peaceful lakeside retreat with a warm welcome. Guests enjoy the continental breakfast, garden time, and in-room WiFi for staying connected during outdoor adventures or evening relaxation by the fire.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

About the area

Located in Muhoza, this bed & breakfast is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Volcanoes National Park and Mount Bisoke, while Red Rocks Arts Centre and Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Ruhengeri, Northern Province

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Ruhengeri - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Shyira Diocese Cathedral - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Musanze Modern Market - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Musanze Caves - 24 min drive - 25.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Crema - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Migano Cafe, Lounge, and Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Muhabura Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Paillotte - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Amikus Coffee & Pizza - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Home away from home

Family-friendly bed & breakfast by the lake
You can look forward to a water park, a firepit and a garden at Home away from home . Adventurous travellers may like the boating at this bed & breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Limo/town car service, breakfast (surcharge) and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Home away from home boast comforts, such as fireplaces and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • 4 bathrooms with baths and bidets
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Pets are accepted on request and charges may apply. Check in ends at 10pm, after that time extra charges may apply.

Pets

Pets are allowed
5 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number 2779144

Frequently asked questions

Does Home away from home have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Home away from home ?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home away from home on 27 Sept 2025 start from NZ$138.73, 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.

Is Home away from home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at Home away from home ?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Home away from home ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Home away from home located?

This family-friendly Muhoza bed & breakfast is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cathedral of Ruhengeri and Shyira Diocese Cathedral. Musanze Modern Market is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

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