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🌺BAYANA HOUSE🌺 4 BEDROOM SLEEPS 8 + CHEF
Bayana is Swahili word meaning Candid, we are delighted to open our house for you & your family during your Visit in Diani Beach The house sits on 2nd row beachline,5 minutes walk to the beach The House,Pool,Compound, is Exclusive private not shared Get Discount %Depending On number of Nights. Send Us Inquiry *INCLUSIVE* "GRATIS/FREE 👇👇 ●CHEF/COOK 🚩《buy Groceries/food/Supply》 ●Free Pick Up Ukunda Airport ●Birthday Cake ●RoomCleaner PoolCleaner ●Pool&Shower Towel ●2 Reflexology massage
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews
Sanjarah Cottage Delightful Private Pool
Sanjarah Cottage is a delight. It is a wonderfully designed space set in a lush garden, with two en-suite double bedrooms, a gorgeous swimming pool and a long veranda with dreamy day beds. The open plan living room and very well equipped kitchen, offers a great place to chill and the cottage is fully staffed. It’s an easy 15 min walk to the beach and a few minutes to the creek. Watamu truly is a paradise with one of the most beautiful beaches in Africa. We look forward to welcoming you soon 😊
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
The Glass Room and Wooden Caravan
The Glass Room and Wooden Caravan are perfect for people who love wilderness, and nature. It's for adventurous souls, who thrive on wide open spaces, warmth and a simpler way of life. There are views that will take your breath away, rocks to scramble over and lovely long walks and horse riding to be enjoyed. As with other tracts of wild Africa, we do have some dangerous animals around, including elephant, the odd lion, leopard and venomous snake, although it is not often that we see the latter.
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
Get Close to Nature - Bushbaby Cottage
A gorgeous 2 bedroom self contained garden cottage located in the corner of our 28 acre property situated in a Golf and Wildlife gated estate. 30 min from Kilimanjaro Airport & 45 from Arusha Town. Stunning, peaceful & secure location from which to unwind. Walk amongst wildlife & natural fauna, incredible birdlife as well as resident bushbabies which come for feeding each evening, watch polo or play a round of golf. Spectacular views of both Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru from the property.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 262 reviews
Olomayiana Camp: Private Retreat; Hiking; Horses.
Olomayiana is a private, self-catering camp—your perfect retreat, work-away, or city escape. It offers fast unlimited internet for remote work, plus peace and tranquillity. The five en-suite bedrooms (tents & cottages) are spread across the camp for privacy. Enjoy the pool, horses, hiking, massage & wildlife—you won’t be bored! Our friendly staff handle cleaning, food prep & washing up. Bonus: A 6th bedroom is sometimes available—just ask! A chef and/or masseuse can be arranged with notice.
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 327 reviews
Ecohome 5* wilderness within sight of the airport
SAGIJAJA - a tranquil piece of African architecture now with its own restaurant on-site in 6 acres of natural landscape overlooking Nairobi National Park within sight of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport The 3000-sq ft open-plan, partly suspended, high-ceiling home is fronted by floor-to-roof glass & sleeps six in 3 bedrooms. SAGIJAJA's own on-site fusion restaurant featuring African regional dishes ranging from Mozambican peri-peri to Durban Bunny Chow curry to coastal Swahili cuisine
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Explorers Paradise at Lake Kivu, Kibuye
The cottage is recently renovated and provides 2 lovely bedrooms and a modern bathroom with bathtub and shower cabin. A glass front sliding door gives direct access from the sitting room to a spacy veranda with a beautiful view over the lake, islands and peninsula. The kitchen building next door faces the lake and is fully equipped. Breakfast, lunch or dinner can be taken on another veranda next to the kitchen. It has the most stunning view over the lake and some of its beautiful islands.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews
Ocean Front Bungalow, Kidoti Wild Garden
Wake up on the waterfront of the Indian ocean and a hot cup of coffee. Ocean to mouth eating fresh calamari-fish-crab, kayak to an island, watch sunsets, moon rises, bonfire evenings at waterfront restaurant/lounge. Lazy hammock days, rustic luxurious peaceful living, 6 star meals, not far from Kendwa/Nungwi. We live a simple life! This is not a luxury hotel, but a place to unwind and enjoy good company and nature. Welcome all travelers, families and couples. Breakfast is included.
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
ShangriLa Villa - Private Beach and Service
An authentic holiday home that sits right on a gorgeous beach with a great lagoon. Designed by one of the island most famous architect, it is a place where life equals serenity and happiness. Wake up to the sounds of birds, sip a brewed coffee under the coconut trees, dip in the stunning lagoon and lie back in the hammock. The house is serviced daily by our two lovely housekeeping ladies who take great pride in preparing delicious local dishes. Perfect for couple as it is for families.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Maasai Mara Villa Dominik 3br FullBoard
Enjoy a full board and singular experience at Maasai Mara Villa Dominik. Located on the escarpment overlooking the Maasai Mara ecosystem, with wide open views above the Mara Triangle. Outside the park, park fees apply only on safari days — the experience is fully explained below. Close to a Rhino Sanctuary and surrounded by wildlife, the villa offers access to activities beyond the park: nature walks, rhino encounters, walking safaris with giraffes, Maasai culture, and more.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
Mbao Beach Studio, SeaView Best position!
Private and cozy, the Studio is situated at the 1st floor of a beach house, with ocean view and private entrance. It has a big terrace overlooking the beach and the ocean, perfect to enjoy a cup of coffee while watching the sunrise in the morning. Bedroom, bathroom with hot water and kitchen, are all private. Free unlimited WiFi. A restaurant is 2 steps from the house, and small shops for groceries are in walking distance. Airport pick -up and drop-off (extra charge)
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
Wesa house - Large private beachfront Villa & pool
Wesa House is an eco-friendly Swahili styled villa set on a secluded beach located a few kms off the main Kilifi-Watamu/Malindi road. The house boasts beautifully furnished, spacious rooms with incredible beach and sunset views. This self-catered house is ideal for groups of friends or families and has a pool, private beach access, spacious walled garden, rooftop sundowner area, and the rate includes a house manager/chef and daily housekeeping.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviewsPopular amenities for East Africa family-friendly rentals
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Still Waters Pretoria East Villa
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
Bee house
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews
The Duchess. | Giraffe-Tower | Bush-Bath | Boma |
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
The Pod House: An oasis of peace and green
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 405 reviews
Jungle Oasis Cottage 2, hot tub, heated pool
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Tussenklip Honeymoon Suite @ The Fig Tree House
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
Nirvana - Diani: Stunning Beach Villa w/ Hot Tub
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviews
The Grange-Solar, Borehole, Hot Water 24/7
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviewsFamily- and pet-friendly home rentals

The Watch Tower | 360° Safari Views & Stargazing
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
Rusty's House Kilifi
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
Mkelekele Beach House
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Tamarind House
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Cottage with tennis facing Mt Kenya & Ngare Ndare
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews
Cabin perched among the Lemurs - Makako Lodge
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews
Kimakia Tea Cottages 1 , Aberdare Mountain Range
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4.84 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
★ Fumbeni House - An Oasis of Calm on Kilifi Creek
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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviewsFamily-friendly home rentals with a pool

Exclusive 5BR Villa - 2hrs from Nairobi - Pool
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews
Secluded Honeymoon Tent | Ocean View Pool
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews
Kilua Villa
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews
Idwala View Private Lodge – Mabalingwe Reserve
KitchenFamilyQuiet
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews
Seriti River Lodge Mjejane Kruger National Park
Indoor spacesFamilyComfort
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 238 reviews
Volandrella Beachfront Villa | Pool & Chef
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews
Nairobi Dawn Chorus
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 492 reviews
MLodge Full Privacy Beach House
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviewsDestinations to explore
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