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"ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge

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A garden with various plants and a wooden structure. - "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge (Kafuta)
A bench in a lush garden with dense foliage and bamboo stalks. - "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge (Kafuta)
A dirt path leading through dense greenery, flanked by various plants and trees. - "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge (Kafuta)
A dormitory room with a bed covered in mosquito netting, a small table with a patterned tablecloth, and a colorful map on the wall. - "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge (Kafuta)
A plate of meatballs in sauce served over white rice with a garnish of basil leaves. - "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge (Kafuta)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge. In addition to babysitting service, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

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1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

"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
  • Oven

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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 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
Map
Kafuta, Western

What's nearby

  • A beach with palm trees and a sunset over the ocean.
    Bijilo Beach
    57 min drive - 56.8 km
  • Sanyang Beach
    55 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Bijilo Forest Park
    58 min drive - 58.2 km
  • Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara International Conference Center
    58 min drive - 58.5 km
  • Senegambia Beach
    59 min drive - 59.5 km

Getting around

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

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "ROOTS" Guesthouse @Good Vibes Eco Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 32 miles (52 km) of Makasutu Culture Forest, Sanyang Main Mosque and Abuko Nature Reserve. Abuko National Park and Sanyang Beach are also within 32 miles (52 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Viel heel erg tegen.

Slecht.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022