it’s not uncommon to bond with animals on vacation – that irresistible golden retriever at your bed and breakfast, or a furry feline lounging by the inn’s fireplace. but being neck to neck with a giraffe (so to speak) is a bit odd. unless you happen to be staying at the giraffe manor in kenya.

photographs of the manor and grounds look like they were plucked from a story book. this elegant, exclusive hotel outside of nairobi allows visitors the experience of feeding giraffes at the breakfast table (literally). additionally, many species of birds, warthogs and bush buck can be found on the property and the surrounding 140 acres of forest.

sometimes a hotel is a just a place to lay your hat while touring the city. in this case, the giraffe manor is the vacation. magic!