Waterfront vacation rentals in Lamu

Full house with garden and terrace in Shela town

Your family will have everything just a stone's throw away in this downtown home. Includes daily cleaning. Wi-Fi. Option to hire a separate service person for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Rooftop with habitable makuti, spacious with 2 "pili pili" beds and a Swahili bed, with the possibility of sleeping in the fresh air. Old beach house with original kept charm. In the village, a 5-minute walk from the beach. Terrace porch, on the ground floor and first floor. Tropical garden. Rooftop with ocean view

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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

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Maua House, palm garden and private pool

Set on the idyllic island of Lamu, Maua House is a stunning villa located in Shela, 8 minutes away from the beach. The villa, attached to the owner’s villa, within a private luxury estate, is designed for an exclusive and tranquil stay. Spread over 2 floors, the house is influenced by Swahili architecture, with a modern twist, built to the highest standards. It features a private swimming pool in a cool and shady garden, surrounded by nature, breathtaking majestic acacias and fluffy palm trees.

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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

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Lamu beachfront bungalow on Manda Island

“Tanga Nyeusi”- our solar-powered home on Manda Island - sits directly across from Shela, with sweeping views of the Indian Ocean and the rhythm of island life. Simple, soulful, and deeply peaceful, it’s a place for those who love quiet magic, nature, and authenticity. You’ll be warmly cared for by our house manager Karisa our cook and Ben , whose hospitality is one of the things guests remember most — and a private boat with our captain Juma is available for your use (fuel not included).

Beach · View · Indoor spaces

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

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Mangrove House, Beachfront Escape, Manda Island

Situated right on the beachfront and flanked by ancient baobab trees, Mangrove House Guesthouse provides the perfect getaway location on Manda Island. With stunning ocean views, long sandy beaches and breathtaking sunsets you won’t want to leave. Our house Staff will take care of you during your stay. Run straight into the Indian Ocean for your morning swim, eat fresh seafood under the star laden sky at night. This is the perfect place to unwind, swim and relax.

Beach · Kitchen · Air conditioning

Luxury villa in Shela with pool & garden

Welcome to Huriya House, a stylish and light-filled family home on the magical island of Lamu, off Kenya’s coast. Tucked away at the edge of Shela village, the house blends Swahili charm with modern comfort: four ensuite bedrooms, a tropical garden, and a deep pool to cool off in. Our private chef and caring staff make every stay effortless, while the ocean breeze, sandy alleys, and dhow sails remind you to slow down, connect, and enjoy true freedom under the sun.

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Ocean View Home • Rooftop Living in Shela

Welcome to Lulu Stories Home, a peaceful ocean-view apartment in the heart of Shela village on magical Lamu Island, off Kenya’s coast. Just a minute’s walk from the seashore, our home has two ensuite bedrooms (1 double and 1 twin), comfortably hosting 4 guests. The rooftop terrace, with outdoor kitchen, dining area and lounge, offers incredible ocean views. A beautiful place to slow down and experience the beauty and rhythm of island life in Lamu.

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Kiru House

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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Bone Idle, Lamu Beach House

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.

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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.

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