The Retreat of Chele Chele Villa takes special place in today’s tourism of Tanzania and generally, East Africa. With its unique charm, Villa attracts visitors from all over the world. The incredible design of covered Yoga Shala is particularly breathtaking. Besides that, the elegant and refreshing swimming pool offers relaxation and rejuvenation for the guests. The enchanted forest and incredible lush gardens irresistibly invites you to explore. And these are only a few of the many Retreat’s attractions!
The Retreat of Chele Chele Villa – The History
The Villa has an almost a century long history.
Ab Imo Pectore – From the bottom of my heart.
Latin phrase
The exquisite Chele Chele Villa was meticulously crafted in the renowned Bauhaus style by the esteemed German architect Ernst May specifically for Captain Murray. Ernst May served as an urban planner for the cities of Frankfurt, Stuttgart, and Berlin in Germany. As a matter of fact, he had a significant impact on the urban cityscapes of German city life.
Furthermore his architectural designs had a profound influence on many major East African cities.
The construction of the Villa was finalized in October of 1936.
Photo copyrights to the following book: Ernst May – Architekt und Stadtplanner in Afrika 1934-1953 Author: Eckhard Herrel 2001 ISBN 3 8030 1203 1
The construction took place on a vast coffee plantation spanning more than 400 acres, solely dedicated to growing Arabica coffee. In addition, coffee production on the estate continued until the beginning of the 1970’s.
The photos provided with a courtesy of Chele Chele Villa Tanzania
The Chele Chele Villa – Today
Villa has had a change in ownership since that time. Albeit it had many renovations, the Villa has continued to maintain the original state of a graceful English country style.
During its near century-long existence, the Chele Chele Villa showcases numerous distinctive elements and African artifacts that have been gathered over time.
For additional information do not hesitate to contact The Chele Chele Villa Transformation Retreat.
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