Vacation rentals with beach access in Lamu

Shanti Sands - Lamu - Kenya

Exclusive Use, Full Service & Eco-Sustainable Living When you stay at Shanti Sands, you enjoy the use of the entire house in total privacy, attended by our warm and dedicated staff. The property is proudly eco-sustainable, producing its own fresh water from the sea and clean energy through a photovoltaic solar system. Your stay includes the services of an excellent cook and laundry to ensure maximum comfort. We offers the perfect balance of natural living, comfort, and personalized hospitality.

Naima's Upstairs

A light-filled gem. 2-story, 3-bedroom apartment with a gorgeous, rooftop verandah. Enjoy a relaxing and authentic experience at this centrally-located spot. Each bedroom has a king size bed w/ensuite bathroom, ceiling and standing fans. Fully equipped kitchen. Staff are available for shopping, cleaning and preparing meals. Tour the village and Lamu town. The beach is a 5-min. walk. Enjoy sunset, fishing, and snorkeling excursions, and amazing Swahili food at wonderful cafes and restaurants.

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”.

Full house with garden and terrace in Shela town

Tu familia lo tendrá todo a un paso en este alojamiento situado en pleno centro. Incluye desayuno, limpieza diaria y transfer desde/al aeropuerto. Posibilidad de contratar a la persona de servicio aparte para comidas y cenas. Terraza cubierta con makuti habitable, espaciosa y con 2 camas "pili pili" y una swahili, con posibilidad de dormir al fresco. Casa de playa antigua con encanto mantenida original. Son 3 plantas. 1 baño en planta baja, 1 baño en primera planta, compartidos.

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

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.

Small family house in Shela

Kahindi takes care of laundry, shopping, cooking and more. He stays at the ground floor and has been helping out since the house was built. There is a Starlink Internet connection dedicated to the house. Please ask Kahindi for details.

Tamarind House

Tamarind House will seduce you with its tranquillity and its breathtaking views. You will love its simplicity and authentic environment. A breezy balcony allows you to relax and enjoy the sea, garden and village views.

Coconut House, Shela: beautiful home with garden

Welcome to Coconut House! A large house on multiple levels offering various private and common spaces. Ideal for families or a group of friends. The house is just off the seafront, and a 3 minute walk from the beach.