Simply Abu Dhabi XXXV

2 0 8 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I A keenly awaited new private villa situated on the Namib Tsaris Conservancy near to Sesriem in Namibia, The Nest at Sossus minimises to maximum effect. Officially opening its doors at the start of 2019, the villa is already in high demand from guests seeking an exclusive and luxurious experience in an iconic area of southwest Africa. One of the least densely populated countries on Earth (second only to Mongolia), Namibia is staking a claim in the world of experiential luxury travel. Wildlife known to inhabit the area includes leopard, cheetah and spotted hyena, while the famous dunes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei alluringly await. Featuring architecturally innovative buildings, The Nest has been designed to resemble the communal nests of sociable weaver birds. Eight years in the making and akin to its weaver nest inspiration the villa is made almost entirely of thatch. Available to book on a private basis, the villa boasts three en suite double bedrooms, plus an en suite single room, therefore accommodating up to seven guests. The Nest welcomes children of all ages, and provides spacious indoor and outdoor lounge and dining areas, as well as a library and a superb open-plan kitchen. The interior design provides a contemporary oasis in the heart of the desert, with modern, stylish furnishings and furniture selected from up and coming African designers. TheCallof theWild Offering experiential travel at its most luxurious, Namibia is converting its desolate sandy dunes into the retreat of a lifetime. b y J u l i a Z a l t z m a n