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Flat in Shela

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

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.

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Apartment in Lamu

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews

Rob apartment

A specious one bedroom apartment with a private kitchen, bathroom and living room seven minutes walk from Peponi and two minutes to Banana House. The romantic upper terrace is shared and looks over the roof tops of Shela to the sea and there are two girls who clean everyday and will do laundry which is included. Ceiling fans and window breezes cool the apartment. Please bring the shampoo and soaps you prefer. We look forward to hosting you…! Please let me know arrival time one day before

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Home in Shela

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Jaha House Shela

Welcome to our peaceful Swahili style house, perfect for those seeking a true Lamu experience. The house features a luxurious pool room and lounge on the ground floor. Four spacious double bedrooms with adjoining bathrooms for your privacy and comfort. The large reception room above is ideal for hosting large dinners. The top terrace is a hidden gem, perfect for lounging and enjoying the sea views while taking in the beauty of the village. Jaha, an authentic and comfortable stay in Shela.

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Flat

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Swahili Dreams Apartments number 3

Welcome to our exquisite Swahili-style apartment, thoughtfully designed to provide a captivating experience for our esteemed guests. This spacious unit boasts one generously sized bedrooms, accompanied by its own ensuite bathroom, ensuring both comfort and convenience. There is also an additional decent sized bed in the main room. All the common areas, such as the indoor swimming pool, are easily accessible for our guests. We eagerly anticipate the pleasure of your visit in the near future!

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Home in Lamu

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Exclusive Beach House, Shela Lamu, Kenya

Located 100 m from the Indian ocean, the house consists of 4 en suite rooms amongst which 2 master bedrooms and 2 standard berooms. Please note that we limit the number of guests to a maximum of 6 in order to preserve the house, avoid stressing our staff and maximise your experience as a guest. Each room is self contained and has a queen size bed. Two of the master bedrooms have their own private outside verandah. The house is let with a Cook who does also all the shopping and a House boy.

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Home

5 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

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. The 20m pool (shared with the main house) and the beach right at your doorstep make this a trulym Your stay includes: - daily housekeeping - private chef - airport pickup - daily breakfast - purified water - internet - organic toiletries - 2 kayaks

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Villa in Shela

5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

House Kiru

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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Home in Lamu

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 78 reviews

Naima's House-Near Shela beach on Lamu Island

Sunrise, sunset and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean await you at this lovely house, 5-minutes from the beach. Shops around the corner. Delicious Swahili food abounds. Sunny, breezy, 3- bedroom home (sleeps 6) with lots of space and a garden. Great rooftop verandah with mini-fridge. Great wifi and work space. Huge, fully equipped kitchen. All rooms have ceiling and standing fans. This house comes with a full time staff/cook.

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Townhouse

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviews

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

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Flat in Shela

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

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.