A beach house with a difference, Ras Kikadini is only 10 miles south of Mombasa Island and 6 miles north of Diani airstrip – but a world away from bright lights and big city. It sits in a peaceful and secluded 12-acre oceanfront sanctuary – home to indigenous forest, tsuni antelope, dwarf mongoose, monitor lizards and a huge variety of birdlife.

From the house, mature tropical gardens dotted with huge old frangipani and palm trees lead down to a completely private white-sand beach cove with cliffs above. Here guests can swim, sunbathe, snorkel and beachcomb in peace and privacy.  The beach hosts Green Turtle hatchings every month.

“A wonderfully remote & private location with one of the most fantastic views on the Kenyan coast, Ras Kikadini is truly a one-of-a- kind place for those who want to get away from the crowds and really kick back… Beautifully and tastefully decorated with a blend of modern luxury and simple coastal vibes”

Lulu Nairobi

Built in the middle of the last century and completely renovated and refurbished in 2016, the house is decorated in keeping with the 1950s look that the new owners inherited. It blends one-off furniture designs and retro photographs, clean lines and colourful tropical prints to stylish and original effect.

The house accommodates up to eleven guests in three Ground Floor bedrooms and an upstairs loft. All the Ground Floor rooms have concertina doors opening onto the garden terrace. One Sea View Bedroom is ensuite with a King-size double bed and an extra optional single couch bed. The second Sea View bedroom has a King-size double bed and separate bathroom. The Garden View Bedroom has two Queen-size double beds and ensuite bathroom.

The First Floor loft has two single beds and a desk at the picture window – it opens onto a roof terrace with lovely ocean views. The three bathrooms have powerful showers heated by an efficient and modern solar system. All the bedrooms are open and breezy and have fans and mosquito nets, and children and babies can be accommodated with cots and a baby bath provided on request

“We had a really great time at Ras Kikadini and Michael and Maisha did a very good job of taking care of us during our stay. The place is beautiful and just perfect for spending relaxing days with a group of friends.”  

Nuria, Berlin

Downstairs there is a lofty central dining and living space, and 12 guests can be seated comfortably at the custom-made, antique-wood dining table. On either side of the dining area there are two separate sitting areas plus bar area and large drinks fridge. There are great views from this room with its open panoramic windows.

Experienced host and chef Michael specialises in delicious and healthy meals, including of course excellent freshly-caught local fish and seafood. Suggested menus and shopping lists can be sent to guests before they arrive and shopping is best done in Diani or Mombasa on the way to the house – there are no shops nearby and once you arrive at the house you really won’t want to leave.

At Ras Kikadini there is also a total absence of restaurants, beach bars, beach boys, tourists, noise, distractions and intrusions – making it the ideal retreat for anyone who really wants to escape, slow down and enjoy a simpler, quieter way of life for a while.

As well as relaxing gatherings of family and friends Ras Kikadini is the ideal venue for weddings, private parties and yoga or health retreats. There are additional accommodation options next door and nearby, as well as a large catering-style kitchen with 2 large stores, guest staff accommodation and plenty of parking. All kinds of equipment – from yoga mats to a dance floor – is also available to rent for functions and events.

  • A charming and original beach house in a very special private location
  • Furnished and decorated in cool & colourful retro style
  • Lovely 12-acre plot with plunge pool, tropical gardens, forest and wildlife
  • Direct access to the ocean and a private beach cove
  • Accommodates up to 6+ guests in 3 bedrooms
  • Standard rental rate – from ksh 30,000 per night for up to 7 guests
  • Sleeps up to 11 guests
  • 1 bedroom with King-size bed (shared bathroom)
  • 1 bedroom with King-size bed, single bed and ensuite bathroom.
  • 1 bedroom with 2 Queen-size beds and ensuite bathroom
  • 1 loft with 2 single beds (shared bathroom)
  • Plentiful solar-powered hot water
  • Cots and baby bath available
  • Large ground floor living and dining areas
  • 12 acres of grounds and gardens
  • Plentiful wildlife and birdlife
  • Direct access to private beach
  • Includes chef and housekeeper
  • Staff accommodation available at small extra cost
  • Laundry on request
  • Wifi and cellphone signal
  • Pet friendly – well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Airport transfers available on request at additional cost

Tiwi Beach

Considering its relative proximity to Mombasa and Diani, Tiwi Beach is still genuinely unspoilt and un-touristy, with virtually no large beach resorts or beach hotels, bars, restaurants or supermarkets. This makes it an ideal location for anyone looking for a traditional beach holiday in a lovely, peaceful and relaxing location.

The reef lies just offshore, and there is excellent snorkelling at high tide, especially at the northern end of the beach. In the dry season, one can walk to the southern end of Tiwi Beach and wade across the Mwachema River to Diani and the Kongo Mosque, said to be the oldest in East Africa.  A Tiwi curiosity is the Africa Pool – a rock pool whose shape resembles Africa at low tide.

The Africa Pool

Tiwi is well placed for day trips inland to the dramatic scenery of the Shimba Hills National Reserve, home to the endangered Sable Antelope, and to the nearby Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary and Sheldrick’s Falls.

Shimba Hills Elephants

By Air

Ras Kikadini is just 8 miles by road from Diani/Ukunda Airstrip which has several scheduled flights each day to and from Nairobi. Airlines serving Diani/Ukunda and Nairobi include :–

Jambo Jet (from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) www.jambojet.com
Ras Kikadini is approximately 20 miles south of Mombasa Airport, which handles both domestic and international flights. Domestic airlines serving Mombasa and Nairobi include :-

Airport transfers to and from Diani and Mombasa can be arranged

By Road

Ras Kikadini is approximately 12 miles south of Mombasa Island via the Likoni Ferry and the main A17 coastal road.  Please contact us for detailed directions. Driving Time from Nairobi should be around 8 hours.

“A wonderfully remote & private location with one of the most fantastic views on the Kenyan coast, Ras Kikadini is truly a one-of-a- kind place for those who want to get away from the crowds and really kick back… Beautifully and tastefully decorated with a blend of modern luxury and simple coastal vibes”  

Lulu, Nairobi

“We had a really great time at Ras Kikadini and Michael and Maisha did a very good job of taking care of us during our stay. The place is beautiful and just perfect for spending relaxing days with a group of friends.”  

Nuria, Berlin

Self-catering Accommodation Rates 

  • Minimum stay over regular season – 3 nights
  • Maximum occupancy – 11 guests
  • Minimum stay over Easter, Christmas and New Year – 10 nights

Standard Rental Rate – 15th Jan to 14th Dec

  • Ksh 30,000 per night for up to 7 guests
  • Additional guests – Ksh 3,000 per person per night

High Season Rental Rate – Christmas and New Year (15th Dec to 14th Jan) 

  • Ksh 37,500 per night for up to 7 guests
  • Additional guests – Ksh 3,800 per person per night

Unit Price applies to the first 7 people in the house. Thereafter, the additional guest rates apply.

Please contact us for non-resident rates

Check in 3 pm, Check out 10 am

These rates, terms and conditions are valid for stays up until 14th January 2025

Please contact us to make a booking

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