Air-Conditioned Retreats
Kinondo Kwetu, Galu Beach, Diani
Hidden gem and home-away-from-home, Kinondo Kwetu is a sophisticated and welcoming Swedish-owned and managed boutique lodge tucked away on the secluded southern sands of Galu Beach. Utterly relaxing and sybaritic, it offers water sports and activities galore for more energetic guests.
Nderit House, Kilifi
An elegant, sophisticated and imposing family home, recently extended, refurbished and redecorated to the highest standards, Nderit House sits in a breezy clifftop position overlooking the entrance to Kilifi Creek – it is the perfect place for a luxurious and relaxing break at the coast.
Villa Ballu, Kilifi
A really inviting and deservedly popular beach house, Villa Ballu combines smart, spacious and airy accommodation with attractive tropical gardens, a lovely swimming pool and direct private access to the uncrowded white sands of Kilifi’s Bofa Beach.
Marula Cottage, Galu Beach, Diani
A stylish and well-equipped contemporary beach bungalow with plunge pool and air-conditioned bedrooms just steps away from beautiful and quiet Galu Beach, Marula Cottage is the perfect laid-back beach retreat for one or two couples or a small family.
Marula House, Galu Beach, Diani
A lovely bright and stylish new house with swimming pool set back from the uncrowded white sands of Galu Beach, Marula House has air-conditioned bedrooms, spacious and flexible accommodation and makes the ideal beach retreat for families with children.
Kilamawingu House, Shela Village, Lamu
An exceptionally charming, spacious and beautifully-furnished family house with swimming pool, set in lovely gardens close to the seafront in Shela village, Kilamawingu is one of the most characterful, luxurious and well-appointed places to stay on the island.
Coral House, Kilifi
Coral House features five air-conditioned bedrooms, a courtyard pool, spectacular ocean views and direct access to Kilifi’s lovely and deserted Bofa Beach. Ideal for a pleasurable and relaxing break at the coast, Coral House can be rented together with neighbouring Toriana House to accommodate up to 30 guests in carefree comfort.
Toriana, Kilifi
One of the largest and most luxurious private houses on the Kenya coast, Toriana is built in grand Swahili Arabic style and set in four acres of lovely oceanfront grounds overlooking Kilifi’s beautiful and unspoilt Bofa Beach. Toriana is the perfect coastal escape for large families, groups of friends or professional retreats.
Azhari Beach Suite, Diani
A unique and luxurious cottage for two set in lovely tropical gardens just steps from the Indian ocean and one of Africa’s most beautiful beaches, Azhari is the ideal private romantic retreat for couples and honeymooners. Relax and enjoy stunning sea views, a private plunge pool and refreshing jungle shower.
Inshalla House, Diani Beach
A luxurious and superbly-equipped family home on Diani’s gorgeous white-sand beach, Inshalla House is filled with history, charm and style. Delicious full-board accommodation plus excellent management and staff make a stay here a totally pleasurable, carefree and relaxing experience.
Matalai Cottage, Watamu
A stylish and unusually well-equipped new beach house with three air-conditioned double bedrooms, a plunge pool upstairs and a swimming pool downstairs, Matalai Cottage sits above Turtle Bay and Watamu Marine Park and enjoys gorgeous Indian Ocean views.
Ibambe House, Watamu
A stunning new beachfront villa with five spacious bedrooms and lovely large freeform pool set in tropical gardens above Turtle Bay and the Watamu Marine Park. Ibambe House is luxurious, welcoming, well-appointed and the perfect place for a carefree family break at the coast.
Kamili Cottage, Kilifi
A delightful, very private and peaceful holiday home ideal for couples or small families, Kamili Cottage sits in 1.5 acres of lush tropical gardens to the south of Kilifi Creek. Enjoy the inviting swimming pool, air-conditioned bedrooms and direct access to a secluded sandy beach cove.
Tomuru Villa, Watamu
A highly-recommended beachfront house with direct access to beautiful Turtle Bay and Watamu Marine Park, Tomuru Villa has four double bedrooms, a lovely swimming pool and makes the perfect seaside retreat for one or two families or a group of friends.
Kamili House, Kilifi
Quite simply one of the most gorgeous and welcoming private homes in the whole of East Africa, beautiful Kamili House sits in two acres of landscaped tropical gardens on the cliffs to the south of Kilifi Creek - complete with ancient baobabs, expansive ocean views, an irresistible infinity pool and direct access to a private sandy beach.
