Vacation rentals with beach access in Lamu

THE MOON HOUSES -Betty's suite

According to our clients, Betty's suite is a "treat"... Infinity pool on your own private terrace, amazing sea view and its famous bath tub (published in Condé Nast Traveler). It is the absolute location for honeymoon couple!! The house has a great sea view and few steps away from Shella Beach. Our homes are privately owned. They are built is pure Swahili Style and furnished with antiques. Our cooks, stewards, and managres are entirely devoted to your service. Your cook is trained to do all food errands and prepare all meals for you. You can select your meals from our guideline menu and you will be served in your rpivate dining area. Food is charged at cost and recorded in a book of accounts. Included in your stay: -Airport Transfert, -Cook and room steward -On-location manager who can assist you to organize local activities -Laundry service - Wifi

View · Beach · Hospitality

shela greentreehouse seaview terrace freewifi

If you are looking for an AMAZING seaview from your own terrace in a well-furnished serviced, daily cleaned and healthy house, surrounded by green trees in a quiet and elegant corner of the beautiful Shela coast, just 2 minutes walk from shela beach,shops, bars and restaurants, you found it ! A maid takes care of the cleaning, shopping, ironing and washing in the morning hours. Upon request, we can arrange massages and dinners at home , pick up at the airport and sailing trip on our dhow Tailan

Beach · Walkability · Breakfast

Hisani House Shela

This charming townhouse is just 230 meters from the beach. Surrounded by Swahili neighbors, local shops (dukas), it blends privacy and convenience. Perfect for families and friends. Why this Place: Location: Central Shela with easy access to everything, ensuring privacy and security. Swahili Charm: Experience authentic island life in a welcoming community and a beautifully preserved home. Spacious & Functional: Multiple terraces and large living areas provide room to gather, relax, and enjoy

Beach · View · Indoor spaces

Beautiful Rooftop Apartment

Khayrat Apartment, located in the heart of bustling Shela village is the perfect stay for your Lamu vacation. Our top floor apartment is made up of two floors, the bottom one consisting of two ensuite bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a cosy living room and two balconies. As comfortable as this floor is, our rooftop is the place to be! You'll have a 360 view of the village, the ocean and the sand dunes behind Shela, including amazing sunsets and sunrises. Khayrat apartment sleeps 4 people.

View · Walkability · Long stay

The Sand Dunes!

The breathtaking Sand Dunes is built with details that calm the eyes, mind & spirit. We are excited to offer this unique & tranquil getaway. Our Stunning 3 bedroom With AC home has all amenities needed for a short or long term getaway. We overlook the beautiful Shella dunes surrounded by palm trees that sway seemlessly with the birds morning songs. Your staff will handle all cleaning needs and caretaker meets you at seafront. A chef can join for a small fee &Boat transfers can be arranged.

Walkability · View · Cleanliness

MajiKai House Kiwayu Island

Kai House is set on the Idyllic Island of Kiwayu within the Kiunga Marine Reserve. Kiwayu Island is part of the Lamu Archipelago. Kai House began when I worked at Mikes Camp for many years and together with the island community we built this house traditional style out of palm fronds and coconut leaves mangroves and driftwood. Now we have been hosting guests here for 6years. It’s in the most idyllic setting The full name Maja Kai means Water Village. Comfortable affordable accommodation

Beach · View · Nearby

Swahili Paradise w/ Private Chef | Steps to Beach

Welcome to a place where the rhythm of the ocean sets the pace. As our guests consistently say, staying here is an experience in "pure paradise." Kinjarling is more than just a beautiful Swahili-style home—it's a fully-serviced retreat designed for ultimate relaxation, with our incredible staff and private chef ready to make your stay unforgettable. Just a one-minute stroll from the pristine sands of Shela Beach and right behind the legendary Peponi Hotel, our location is simply perfect.

Beach · View · Accuracy

Private Beachfront House with Pool In Lamu

Shanti Sands is an exclusive and romantic beachfront hideaway on Manda Island, in Lamu. Fully staffed with a private chef and daily service, the villa features a private pool , two ensuite bedrooms with tropical outdoor showers and serene ocean views. Built with organically and powered by solar energy, it’s a haven of barefoot luxury and eco-sustainability. Perfect for Romantic couples retreat, families seeking privacy, Peace, and a magic escape accessible only by boat.#Kenyagetaway

Walkability · Beach · Pool

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”.

Beach · View · Checkout

Serene Coastal Hideaway Penthouse

Escape to this stunning Swahili-style penthouse, a serene hideaway perched above Shella Village. Designed with natural makuti roofing, coral-stone walls, and handcrafted wooden details, this space offers an authentic coastal charm blended with modern comfort, creating the perfect setting for relaxation, reading, or unwinding after a day at the beach. Ideal for couples, seeking something truly unique, this penthouse combines Lamu’s rich architecture with a cosy, home-like atmosphere.

Beach · View · Cleanliness

Bone Idle, Lamu Beach Home

A rustic beach house, Robinson Crusoe style. At the southern tip of Lamu Island, the house faces the Indian Ocean as it rolls in along a great stretch of empty beach. An absolutely perfect place for simply doing nothing, one can nevertheless also lie on the beach, float out to sea or take long walks across the island. Lamu, centuries old, and the most ancient Swahili settlement on the East African coast, is just a 30 minute boat ride away.

Walkability · View · Hospitality

Furnished 1 bedroom Apartment

Fully furnished cozy 1 bedroom apartment located on the second floor of Sai Shanti House in the heart of Shela Village, offering stunning views of the village and sand dunes. It features a fully equipped kitchen with all necessary utensils, making it the perfect retreat for your stay. Whether you're here for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled vacation, this apartment is the perfect base for your stay in Shela.

View · Walkability · Comfort