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Villa in Lamu

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

Eco-friendly House Lamu island

Mkoko House is situated on the edge of the mangroves in a quiet and peaceful setting on Manda Island. The house built on nearly one acre of land set 5 minutes walk from Manda beach was built in a characteristic Lamu coastal style. GETTING AROUND There are no cars on either Lamu or Manda Island leaving donkeys and boats as the main form of transportation by locals and tourists alike. From Manda Beach it takes 5 minutes or less to travel across the channel to Shela village and beach, 15 minutes to Lamu Old Town and 20 minutes to Lamu Airport which is located on the other end of Manda Island and is also reached by boat. You can hire a boat with a captain for the duration of your stay or use a boat for individual trips when you need to. Boat trips (and Dhow trips) can easily be arranged from Mkoko House on request. There are three en-suite double bedrooms with mosquito nets draped over the beds and fixed ontothe shutters to keep the mosquitoes and other annoyances at bay. As you walk towards the house you are greeted by an outside baraza (seating area) on your right which is shaded by a ceiling of crawling plants. The entrance of the house is a simple but large arch which carries you into the ground floor dining area. To the right is the first en-suite double bedroom (Nyota –Stars- room) and to the left is a living area with a baraza covered in cushions and pillows to relax on. Off this living area, you will find the second en-suite double bedroom (Mbuyu- Baobab- room) with a terrace looking onto the back garden. The kitchen, also on the ground floor, is fully equipped and opens onto an outside cooking area which can also be used for preparing meals. The stairs take you up onto a large open floor (walls built only to one’s hip) with views of the mangroves and the garden. The entire floor is covered by a large Makuti roof (the single most common characteristic of coastal architecture). This open floor is the main living area of the house. There are hammocks, seating corners, a Lamu bed to nap on, and another dining table to enjoy your meals with the splendid views. There is also a separate bathroom off this room for anyone who wishes to sleep in this room. Situated on this floor is the third and largest en-suite bedroom (Mkoko- Mangrove- room) which one enters through a carved wooden antique Lamu door. Outside the room, one finds another baraza with cushions. This particular area is roofless and so is a perfect place to sit and enjoy the incredible Manda night skies filled with stars. A second flight of stairs will take you up into the Makuti roof to the final floor – another open floor with hammocks, mattresses, and cushions organised exclusively for relaxation. This floor offers the best views in the house and allows one to look across the island’s extensive mangrove ecosystem, the sea, and the plains of acacia and baobab trees. The price mentioned is per person per night, please contact us if you would like to rent the whole house. The rate includes a housekeeper who cleans the house on a daily basis, changes sheets and towels, and attends to the garden. A cook is also available so you can enjoy an array of meals cooked to your personal taste. A variety of seafood is available (fish, crabs, prawns, lobster, octopus, etc) depending on the season. Airport pick-up and drop-off can be arranged on request and cost usually less than 10 euro/boat. Rates during the peak season (15 December-15 January) are available on request.

Villa in Lamu

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Beautiful beach house in Lamu, Kenya

Beautiful house on Shela Beach, Lamu, merging Swahili charm with modern comfort. Sleeps 8, each bedroom with en-suite. Features high ceilings, exposed beams, archways, and crafted interiors. Spacious indoor/outdoor living areas for relaxation and dining. Steps from the beach and near Shela village’s cultural attractions. Perfect for families or groups seeking luxury and serenity. Includes private chef and staff for an enjoyable stay. Experience the magic of Lamu in this unique, tranquil retreat.

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Private room in Shela

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Dragonfly: Air-con room in a boutique villa, Shela

This private en-suite bedroom is in a peaceful villa called Amani Lamu, away from the hustle and bustle of Shela, in the sand dunes behind the village. The beach/ village are a 10 minute walk away down a sandy lane, where friendly donkey's have right of way. The king size room comes with private bathroom, air-con & a walk in closet. It shares a kitchen & living room with another bedroom. There's also a shared plunge pool. Our lovely cleaner keeps the house immaculate & handles your laundry.

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Villa in Shela

5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Wimbi House - Shela - Lamu

Wimbi House is the perfect home for a large family holiday or for a group of friends on an adventure. It is an ideal base from which to explore the Lamu archipelago and local culture. With 5 large en-suite rooms the house easily accommodates 10 - 14 people, with multiple entertainment and dining areas and a beautiful pool and lush courtyard on the second floor. 99% Solar powered, a 3 minute walk from the waterfront and an easy 10-minute walk from the long 12km pristine sandy Lamu beach.

Villa in Lamu County

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

Kinooni House: A stunning historic house restored!

Kinooni* House is one of the most ancient houses on Historic Lamu Island. Once the home of the Governor of Lamu, who was then the emissary to the Sultan of Zanzibar at the end of the 18th century, it has now been carefully restored with traditional Swahili design and craftsmanship to bring back the elegance, simplicity, and grandeur of the original mansion. * Kinooni means “the place of the sharpening stone” so Nyumba ya Kinooni means : “ the house of where the sharpening stone is”.

Villa in Lamu

4.76 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Kilele House

A stunning Private Villa Located on the dunes of Shela village. Ideal for our special guests to spend a quality&private time with their friends or family away from the village. The villa comes with a private chef to spoil you with delicious meals during your stay. Grocery is NOT included (you pay only for what you eat). Guests less than 5, can have a discount in order to have the chance to enjoy Kilele House. You are most welcome to your new home in Shela, Lamu island. Karibuni sana.

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Villa in Shela

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

House Kiru

Surrounded by century old baobabs, Nyumba Kiru is a stunning villa facing the ocean. Our house can welcome large group (14 pax) or just a couple for a romantic weekend. We rent out the whole house from 2 to 14 pax so you will never have to share with anyone. Nyumba Kiru has a pool, dining areas, bar, kitchen, umbrella and sun bed around the pool and on the beach. Wifi access and TV/DVD system. The house runs on solar system and generator.

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Villa in Lamu

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

Authentic Swahili style villa in the heart of Lamu

Full house ready for guests! The typical Lamu courtyard is the center of it all, a serene space from which all other rooms emerge. The three-story building (475m2) with roof access offers an amazing view of the Indian Ocean under the makuti (typical roof construction from the area made from palm leaves) which protects from the rain and sunshine. This results in a beautiful, spacious and very comfortable house.