Holiday houses in Faza

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.

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.

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

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

Mbibo House in the Shela Dunes with Pool

Unwind in our peaceful garden oasis with a pool, dune views, and the calming breeze through our Mbibo (Cashew) tree. This 4-bedroom, 5-bath home includes a private chef and staff. Just a 15-minute walk to Peponi Beach or across the dunes to Shela/Kipungani, it's close to everything yet blissfully quiet. Complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off included. We can’t wait to welcome you to your perfect island escape!

Authentic Swahili style villa in the heart of Lamu

Full house ready for guests! The typical Lamu courtyard is the center of it all, a serene space from which all other rooms emerge. The three-story building (475m2) with roof access offers an amazing view of the Indian Ocean under the makuti (typical roof construction from the area made from palm leaves) which protects from the rain and sunshine. This results in a beautiful, spacious and very comfortable house.

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.