Top amazing luxury houses, beach house and luxury villas rental in Lamu Island, Kenya

Here is the list of top amazing luxury rentals in and around Lamu Island. It is the perfect place for your dream holiday.

Alice House – seafront house in Lamu stone town

Alice house is the luxury houses sits almost on the harbour front of Lamu. The house had been carefully restored and designed with carved balconies and plastered in the traditional Neru style. It has two double bedrooms with king sized Zanzibari beds, each with en-suite bathroom and bath tub. It is suitable for up to 4 people can stay. Jacuzzi spa also added for your relaxation.

Apendalo House – Private luxury house in Lamu stone town

The Apendalo house is the attractive and spacious new town house in lamu stone town was built by a highly experienced local contractor. The Apendalo house enjoys far-reaching views across both the town and the waterfront, and the open third-floor roof terrace is a lovely, romantic place on which to relax, enjoy the sea breezes and watch the passing parade of dhows in the Lamu Channel.

Baobob House - Beachfront House in Manda Beach

Baobob House is the beachfront property for a peaceful vacation surrounded by nature. The house is decorated with Swahili chairs, local kikoi’s are used for pillow covers and the whole house breathes a simple, elegant, beach atmosphere. It is suitable for up to 6 people can stay.

Baytulkher House – Luxurious house for rental in Lamu stone town

The luxurious house Baytulkher is nestled in the conservation area of old Lamu town. It is built in the traditional Swahili style with Penthouse/Honeymoon thatched rooftop suite with 360 degree island views. “House of Blessings” mean for Baytulkher, is ideally situated close to all the main attractions of Lamu Town, the museums and the seafront.

Champali Camp - Beachfront camp in Kiwaiyu Island

Champali Camp is a beautiful, eco-friendly Bush home on Kiwaiyu Island, in the heart of the Kiunga Marine National Reserve in northern Kenya. Situated on tranquil mangrove coast and the camp are self-catering, but well staffed with a good local cook. There are no hosts, so you are invited to treat the place as your own with the help and guidance of the Champali team.

Cicada House - Beachfront house in Shela

Cicada is ideally located, on the beachfront of Shela, nested in a tropical garden. You can enjoy the sea view from breakfast to sundown from your living area, and also from your bed, you can view the fishermen at sunrise, to the peaceable dhows at sunset. Suitable for up to 6 people can stay.

Makubwa House  - Classic house in Lamu Stone Town

Makubwa house, the classical house in lamu stone town, Stately Patrician Home is available for rental. The house is featured with two separate bedrooms. Suitable for 4 people can stay.

Mwenye Amin  - Old Luxurious House

In the heart of the old town, Mwenye Amin house once belonged to the Al-Bakry family, one of Lamu’s influential lineages. The house is thought to be over 250 years old.  It is named after the late mzee Mwenye Amin, a well respected elder and devout Muslim. The simple design of the house is enriched by features such as carved wooden doors and ornamental niches. This house is suitable for up to 6 people can stay.

Penny house - luxury House in old Stone Town

The house is a typically restored 400 year old house in the Old Stone Town part of Lamu. It has a beautiful courtyard with tiny plunge pool, and several other terraces on which to enjoy a sundowner. The house has 3 large bedrooms, one of them opening onto a large roof terrace, and all beautifully decorated with hand chosen antiques from India, Zanzibar and Lamu itself. Suitable for up to 6 people can stay.

Pool House - Private Home in Lamu stone town

The Pool House is situated in the old part of Lamu town, can comfortably accommodate groups of 6 people and is ideal for two couples or family with children. It has also gained a reputation as a romantic honeymoon retreat. A spacious dining room is at the center of the house, seating up to 12 people with rugs and antique furnishings, leading to a veranda overlooking the pool.

Salama house - Luxury beach house in Lamu stone town

In the historical area of Lamu, facing the ocean, Salama house is a 300 year old Swahili mansion, skilfully renovated and ideally located in Mkomani area - the Old Stone town of Lamu. The house is meticulously restored and tastefully decorated. A romantic sunset cruise and combined it with a memorable dinner under the stars.

Samaki house - unique Swahili Mansion house in Lamu stone town

Samaki House is a lovingly restored 300yr Arab Merchants Mansion - a beautiful and outstanding relic from, when Lamu Town served as a wintering point for Arab trading Dhows. Here you can enjoy spectacular sunrises/sunsets, watch the activities of the town start for the day or fold up for the evening in a unique and luxurious ambiance. The location is remarkable; you will be living through the unique experience of life in the heart of the old town.

Siani farm - Luxury Farm House in Lamu

Siani farm is set in a 12 acre plantation of centenary mango and coconut trees. The property is bordered by 300 meters shore line, with a little beach, ideal for swimming. The main house offers 2 double and 2 single rooms, tastefully decorated by a famous interior designer, with antiques collected all over the world.

The Fort - Beachfront Private houses

The Fort at Shela stands alone in the sand dunes. Beyond the Fort are 14 kilometres of deserted beach. Extremely private, it is the last house on the sea front before the next village on the island, Kipungani, 3 hours walk away. The Fort has very high ceilings, a large open interior courtyard with a swimming pool at its centre and several lounging areas. Suitable for up to 14 people can stay.

Umma House - Luxury house rental in Lamu stone town

Umma House is a tasteful fusion of the new and the old typical Swahili architecture is combined with modern additions. The house is featured with carved wooden entrance door opens into an interior courtyard, where there is a dining area and swimming pool with bar, framed by a wall of traditional zidakas (decorative plaster niches typical of Swahili architecture). The terrace which overlooks the swimming pool is a perfect place for reading, relaxing or taking a siesta, cooled by ceiling fans. Up to 6 people can stay.