Vacation rentals in Lamu

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

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.

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.

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”.

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.

Unique beachfront cottage with large pool & garden

A charming white-washed seafront cottage at the edge of Shela village, nestled in a tropical garden on a small estate. Enjoy spectacular views of the channel and mangroves from the rooftop terrace. There is a 20m pool (shared with the main house) and the beach right at your doorstep. Your stay includes: - daily housekeeping - private chef - airport pickup - daily breakfast - purified water - internet - organic toiletries - 2 kayaks

Design Lover’s Dream, featured in WOI magazine '23

Interiors featured internationally in books and magazines, most recently in World of Interiors (Sept 2023). With its centuries-old charm, the White House offers a truly unique stay-full of character, lovingly maintained, infused with local heritage and of course a great pool! Your stay includes: - daily housekeeping - a private chef (Thomas) - airport pickup - daily breakfast - purified water - internet - organic toiletries

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.

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.

Beach Forest House in Shela

Located on the edge of Shela village, Beach Forest House sits on a 3-acre forest plot with access to the sea front. It has a small dipping pool. It is spacious and light, with high ceilings and areas for relaxing in or out of the sun. It is well equipped for couples and small families going on holiday or looking to stay for longer and work remotely.

Star House 4

Relax in this charming 1-bedroom apartment in the heart of Shela, Lamu. Enjoy an open kitchen and dining area that flows onto a private terrace (Baraza) — perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach. It has access to Makuti rooftop terrace with benches and cozy swing bed. Simple, airy, and authentic Swahili style for a peaceful stay.

Bee house

The only room with a private swimming and air conditioning in lamu 4 minutes walk from peponi and one minute to banana house Beautifully designed and very luxurious with a private chef Please alert me your arrival time one day before Thank you