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Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
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Pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6160 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Diani Beach, Diani Beach
  • Diani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Galu Kinondo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Tiwi Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Mombasa (MBA-Moi Intl.)
    ‪90 min drive‬

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About the area

Diani Beach

At this villa you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Diani Beach and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Galu Kinondo. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a living room and a fenced private garden are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.
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What's nearby

  • Diani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galu Kinondo - 10 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Kongo Mosque - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Tiwi Beach - 31 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Ukunda (UKA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Havana Bar, Diani Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nomad's Beach Bar And Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coast Dishes - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kole Kole Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tandoori - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach

Stay in a beautiful newly built house in Lamu - Arab style. Enjoy exotic pure African feeling, but stay comfortably European. The 3 bedrooms have air conditioning. The house has a solar panel, which instantly starts up during a power failure imperceptibly! No more fret about hour-long power outages, which unfortunately is the order of the day in Diani.

A gardener maintains the large lush tropical garden and swimming pool, a maid takes care of the orderliness and cleanliness and a chef cooks only for you according to your preferences. You just have to buy groceries; your cook can also accompany you. The house is in the secure residential complex Msitu Kwetu, opposite to Kim4love, just 250 metres away from the beach.
Big TV for DVDs, great music system with i-Pod docking station.

Enjoy your holiday!

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Private Villa Lamu Style Cook/ Staff 250 m Beach
Private Villa Lamu Style Cook
Private Lamu Style Cook/ Staff 250 m Beach
Private Lamu Style Cook

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach?

Yep, Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach is a short 5-minute walk from Diani Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach have a pool?

Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a private pool and a living room.

What makes Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach.

Is Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and travel cots, it's no surprise that Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach?

No, Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach?

No, pets are not allowed.

Private villa in Lamu style with private pool and cook/ staff 250 m to the beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Michelle J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bugs, rats and no amenities
When we first walked in a huge rat ran across the kitchen cabinets. The WiFi barely worked and we were constantly kicked off of it. Bugs were all over the house and we were constantly bitten at night. The hot water did not work in the extra bathroom. The property manager did respond promptly and put a rat trap out and tried to assist with the wifi and hot water. Overall there should be more attention to the property and amenities for guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

william, San antonio

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs reliable internet
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Khalid M.

Lamu style but OLD - needs attention
Property is Lamu style but needs updating. Representation on the web page is not accurate. Plenty of issues with amenities and moved out after a few days. Responses inadequate. Booked for 7 days – Thu 15th Feb 2024 to 22nd Feb. However, after the weekend decided we couldn’t stay when the management company started making excuses. Maintenance was called a few times to fix lights and check out TV etc. Biggest problem was that the housekeeper (Monicah) was also the CHEF. However, she only works 6am to 5pm. We had to negotiate her staying late to 6:30 pm to prepare evening meals. She only works to 12:00 noon on Saturday and not on Sunday. It is commendable that Monicah can prepare food in this poor quality kitchen. Found below issue during stay. 1. The pool had an issue and couldn’t use for first 2-3 days. Problem was fixed but little communication. 2. No AC in lounge. Next to kitchen and gets very warm with just a ceiling fan. Too warm to sit there or eat a meal. AC in bedrooms. 3. 3 bedrooms advertised as part ensuite - Not the case. Separate bathroom for two. 4. There is no HOT TUB as advertised. 5. Satellite/Cable TV was not available. Only You Tube after fiddling? Small TV as larger one had obviously broken. 6. No Stereo or Music library. 7. Listed as Beach just 250 yards – good 10 to 15 minutes walk. Isolated area. 8. Everything was OLD. Microwave just worked with perseverance. 9. Kitchen utensils/pots/pans etc very old – just about usable. All need replacing.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L., Manchester

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
The house needs painting inside, people hit the walls with things just doesn’t look great. Could use new bedding for sure, all bedding was clean just a little thin.Furnishings was ok not the most comfortable but everything was ok. The grounds are fantastic Robert kept the yard tidy and the pool very clean. We spent 10 day and had a great time. Our chief Monicah was fabulous she she made everything we asked for. Over all I would stay here again. The thing I mentioned paint and bedding would not keep me from going back. The owner was great when I messaged her she got right back to me. I did give a 5 star rating because the place was fantastic. Hope to visit again some day. Thank Linda L. & Cindy B.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Very nice property! We really enjoyed the pool, which had a nice balance of sun and shade. Monicah the housekeeper/cook did a great job. Short walk to the beach, and located in a nice quite area. Each bedroom had AC which was nice. The owner was very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

Lovely house, lovely location, the best people
The house is everything it is represented to be. Good sized, we were 6 adults and it worked well for us. The property is well kept and the pool is clean, clear and does not smell of chemicals. The best part of the stay was Mary who is the housekeeper and Mohammed the cook. They made or stay delightful. We can only say good things about the Lamu house and our wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

colas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très belle villa ! Conforme à la description - Il est juste un peu dommage que la communication soit minimaliste. En dehors de ce point - rien à redire.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zekarias K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wundervolles Haus in toller Lage
Sehr schöne, kinderfreundliche und sichere Umgebung. Keine 5 min Fußweg zum unglaublichen weißen Sandstrand. Supermarkt, Apotheke usw. mit den kleinen Tuk Tuks für kleines Geld zu erreichen. Kommunikation mit den Verantwortlichen des Hauses war einwandfrei. Traumhafter Urlaub und sehr zu empfehlen.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eva Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöner Urlaubsort
Wir wurden sehr herzlich und freundlich von Monica empfangen. Sie hat uns in das Haus eingewiesen. Anschließend ist sie sofort los, um für uns ein ordentliches Frühstück einzukaufen. Das Lamu Haus ist sehr schön, allerdings innen etwas dunkel. Monica hat jeden Tag die Betten gemacht und aufgeräumt und an jedem zweiten Tag die Betten frisch bezogen. Sie ist eine fantastische Köchin und versteht es gut mit dem Geld zu Haushalten. Garten und Pool werden von Roger gepflegt. Hier ist jedoch anzumerken, dass der Pool nicht täglich gereinigt wird und die Sonnenliegen und Sonnenschirme schon deutlich bessere Zeiten gehabt haben. Der Weg zum Strand beträgt mindestens 700 m und nicht wie in der Beschreibung angegeben 250 m. Zuletzt ist noch anzumerken, dass das Haus in der Einflugschneise des kleinen Flughafens liegt. Allerdings kommen die Flieger immer erst am Nachmittag. Uns hat es im Lamu Haus sehr gut gefallen und wir haben dort fünf schöne Wochen verbracht.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bewertung Lamu House
Meine Familie und ich haben den Aufenthalt im Lamu House sehr genossen. Wir würden jeder Zeit gerne wiederkommen.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little piece of paradise
We arrived one day early. My mistake because I didn't check the dates. Monicah was at the house, contacted the owner and told us we could stay. Nothing was to much or a problem for them. The house was very clean, the rooms all had airco, the garden was well kept and the private pool was always clean. Every morning we had for breakfast what we wanted: pancakes, toast, eggs, everything was possible. Diner was always the best. Monicah is an absolute gem. Next time in kenya we will absolutely look foor renting this house.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tobias L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolles Haus nicht weit vom Strand
Das Haus ist sehr schön, hat 3 Schlafzimmer und 2 Bäder im oberen Stock. Die Schlafzimmerhaben sogar eine Klimaanlage. Der Garten ist sehr gepflegt und der Pool ordentlich groß, dass man gut darin schwimmen kann. Es gibt eine gute Auswahl an unterschiedlichen Plätzen, an denen man sich aufhalten kann. Besonders toll ist Monica, sie kocht wunderbar und macht auch sonst alles schön ordentlich und sauber. Ein irrer Luxus, den man sonst nur aus Hotels kennt! Wir waren absolut begeistert von dem Haus und können es nur jedem weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joachim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekte Location für die Familie
Angefangen bei der Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin Birgit in Deutschland lief alles perfekt für uns. In Mombasa angekommen wurden wir vom Haus organisiert von Peter (great driver - pleasant talks) abgeholt und von Monicah (Chef & Housekeeper) in der Villa empfangen. Das Haus, der Garten und der Pool waren super gepflegt (thanks to Roger - the gardener). Das Haus ist gut ausgestattet, Aircondition in den Schlafzimmern und schöne Bäder mit grossen Badetüchern, die man auch für den nur ca. 200m entfernten Strand mitnehmen durfte. Der Strand war sauber und bei Ebbe interessant für Tierbeobachtungen auf den vorgelagerten Felsen. Unser Highlight war aber die Betreuung durch Monicah, die nicht nur von den Kindern heissgeliebte Pfannkuchen und Omletts zu Frühstück zubereitete, sondern auch ganz nach Wunsch Fisch-, Fleisch- und vegetarische Gerichte schmackhaft auf den Tisch brachte. Selbst bei zwei Barbeques stand sie ihren Grillmeister :-) Freundlich, bescheiden und serviceorientiert hat Monicah unseren Aufenthalt mehr als bereichert. Nichts zu meckern als Deutscher- das geht nicht! Unser einziger kleiner Wermutstropfen war, dass die Liegen am Pool nur flach und keine Rückenlehne hatte. Also mal wieder jammern auf hohem Niveau bei einem Urlaub, der in Punkto Preis-Leistung absolut positiv für uns war.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Wolfgang H.

Urlaub im tollen Ambiente
Wir haben im August 2018 zwei Wochen im Lamu Haus verbracht, der Aufenthalt war sehr entspannend. Das Haus ist sehr stilvoll eingerichtet und bietet viel Raum für ein gemütliches, familienfreundliches Beisammensein. Die Lage ist hervorragend, da der Strand fußläufig zu erreichen ist und die Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in der Nähe sind. Das Estate "Msitu Kwetu" ist sehr gepflegt und recht grün, Colubus Affen sieht man nahezu täglich. Die Korrespondenz mit der Besitzerin war sehr gut, auch gibt es eine Agentin vor Ort, die nach dem Rechten schaut. Wir können das Haus wirklich weiter empfehlen und würden jeder Zeit wieder dort Urlaub machen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Schönes Haus, entspannte Atmosphäre!
Wir (Familie mit drei Kindern) haben uns im Lamu-Haus sehr wohl gefühlt. Dir Räume sind großzügig und gut ausgestattet, die Versorgung problemlos, der Service der Angestellten zuverlässig, die Umgebung - vor allem der nahe Strand vor der Strandbar "Amigos" - traumhaft. Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Annegret K.

Einfach traumhaft !
Wir waren im Juli-August 2017 für einen Monat zu Gast im Lamuhaus. Das Haus ist sehr geschmackvoll und harmonisch möbliert, die Architektur des Hauses und die Möbel bilden eine wundervolle optische Einheit. Die Küche ist perfekt ausgestattet, eine kaputte Kaffeemaschine wurde sofort ausgetauscht. Das ganze Haus, die Terassen und der Pool sind sehr sauber. Die Betten sind super bequem und groß. Die Badarmaturen sind schon etwas angegriffen, was aber am feucht-warmen Klima und der salzhaltigen Küstenluft liegt. Wir hätten uns noch Duschvorhänge gewünscht, vor allem in dem kleinen Badezimmer, da nach dem Duschen die davorstehende Toilette immer völlig nass war. Das Hasupersonal war sehr freundlich und zuverlässig. Auch langschlafende Teenager waren kein Problem. Auch Tagesbesucher durften wir empfangen und bewirten. Zum traumhaft weißen Strand sind es ca 5 Minuten Fußweg, einige gute Beachbars und Restaurants sind über den Strand fußläufig schnell erreichbar. Am Strand findet man auch ein umfangreiches Wassersportangebot und etwas weiter abseits der Hotels kann man, von Beachboys relativ unbehelligt, auch ungestört ein Sonnenbad genießen. Gute Einkaufsmöglichkeiten für Obst, Gemüse und Lebensmittel (auch europäische Lebensmittel und Baguette) sind recht schnell erreichbar, zu Fuß ca 20 Minuten und mit dem Tuktuk in nicht mal 5 Minuten. Wir sind eine gemischt deutsch-kenianische Familie und waren schon in verschiedenen anderen Cottages in Diani Beach. Das Lamuhaus war bisher mit Abstand das schönste und am besten gepflegteste Feriendomizil zu einem unschlagbaren Preis. Vielen Dank, dass wir Gast sein durften Anna, Fredrick, Mona, Hanna, Faris und Eric!
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Marion W.

Wirklich Urlaub..
kann man im Lamu-Haus machen! Tolles Haus, prima Personal und sehr gute Lage. Wenige Minuten zum Strand und Restaurants. ( Beachbar Forts Thieves und das in einer uralten Höhle befindliche Ali Barbours Cave sowie das Ushago. Zu empfehlen: Pfeffersteak mit Pommes für 600 Schilling) Dort ist auch Bundesliga!! Besonderes Lob für den allzeit erreichbaren und sofort reagierenden "Evan". Extrem hilfreich auch seine sehr guten Deutschkenntnisse, die manche Frage unkompliziert machte. Alles in allem ein wunderbarer Urlaub, den wir sicher im Lamu wiederholen werden.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Antje T.

Super Aufenthalt
Die Angestellten und die Vermieterin sind super nett und lieb. Es war ein wunderbarer Aufenthalt für meine Kinder und mich. Das Haus und der Garten laden zum entspannen ein. Es gab wirklich gar nichts zu bemängeln. Lamu House war für 6Wochen unser 2.zu Hause. Wir alle haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und hatten eine wahnsinnig schöne Zeit . Vielen Dank ❤⚘❤ Wir kommen gerne wieder ❤denn wir vermissen alles sehr ❤⚘❤
Stayed 41 nights in Jul 2016