Lóistín saoire ar cíos in Lamu Island

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.

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.

Wimbi House - Shela - Lamu

Wimbi House is the perfect home for a large family holiday or for a group of friends on an adventure. It is an ideal base from which to explore the Lamu archipelago and local culture. With 5 large en-suite rooms + extra nanny / staff room house easily accommodates 10 - 15 people, with multiple entertainment / dining areas and a beautiful pool and lush courtyard on the second floor. 99% Solar powered, 3 min from the waterfront and 10-minutes from the long 12km pristine sandy Lamu beach.

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

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.

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

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.

Fishbone House - Shela Lamu

Hidden away in a tranquil corner of Shela on Lamu Island, just few steps away from the Indian Ocean and far away from the touristic crowds, you will find the iconic Fishbone House.