Inspired by her Great Aunt, an adventurous spirit,
Merryde once arriving in Uganda fell in love with the country and its
people. "The natural beauty of the country, the fabulous climate, the
warmth of the people and the relaxed lifestyle all contributed to me
feeling as if I had 'come home' she says. I saw the opportunity of
realising another lifelong dream to live and work in Africa.
My vision was to create a 'home away from home'.
Something very different instead of what was then available in the
country. A tranquil retreat where excellent, personal service and good
food combine with elegant and comfortable accommodation to create an
'ultimate getaway'. An intimate conference venue for corporate
clientele, the ideal week-end away for families from Kampala, a
convenient stop-over for those travelling to and from Kenya and an
overnight haven for tourist and business travellers 'alike'.
Gately on Nile opened in April 2000 after just 12 weeks
of renovation from a very derelict property. The establishment has
expanded and retained our unique retreat ambience. The abundance of
rooms now provides options for group retreats and conferences with
private meeting areas nestled away from the public arena. We guarantee
you or your client will leave our premise feeling more relaxed yet
recharged since they did on arrival.
Try our in house masseuse for an added treat!
The main reception building houses five tastefully
decorated en-suite bedrooms. The house is flagged by several thatched
roofed banda’s scattered through the exotic gardens offering private
lounges and resting space for all. The largest of these open aired
retreats houses the main dining arena again furnished with the usual
casual yet rustic elegant charm Gately is renowned for.
If this is not enough we wander across the road to the
newest building creation and find the most unique property attached to
Gately on Nile offering a very modern ethno rock and shingle roof house
adjoined by two doubled storied wooden cottages. This site sits on the
most expansive water views of Lake Victoria spanning the gulf to the
Source of the River Nile only 1km upstream.
These views take your breath away sitting on the
comfortable balcony enjoying the constant lake breeze while watching
the passing trade of the historic Jinja pier shipping port opposite.
