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  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

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  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach %s km
  • Swimming pool
  • Child friendly
  • Car not necessary
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the owner

Beautiful Beachfront House, with stunning beach and ocean views, in Shella, Lamu, Kenya.

Forodhani House is designed in authentic swahili style, has 5 spacious, elegantly furnished bedrooms, with en-suite bathrooms and terraces, sofas in different areas to relax a bit more privately too.

It can accommodate with all comfort 10 guests, even 13 guests with kids.

Its location and finishes are truly stunning : at the beginning of Shella Beach, with 270° sea views, as you could see on the pictures, truly magic when you sit on the terraces or rest here !

4 staff, among them a good cook, are here to pamper you, take care of all so that you can fully relax and enjoy your holidays.

Forodhani House is rented on a Self-Catering basis, because it is the most cost-efficient way to do it for our guests, as the food is really not expensive. Of course our/your cook will do all shopping, cooking, waitering for you.

And, maybe you know it already but maybe not, there is a lot to do in Shella and Lamu really :

You have all sea and beach activities (sailing, surfing, kite, windsurf, waterskiing, snorkeling, swimming, walking on the beach, scuba diving, fishing even deep sea fishing, sunset or day cruising..), plus lamu old town world heritage site and cultural visits to discover the rich Swahili culture and history, plus lots of services like yoga, massage, music, dvds... at home.

Also nature which is truly at its best here with stunning views, turtles clutch watching, swimming with dolphins, even whales watching on season at the corner...

And fun/parties, good spots to have a drink, relax, talk with friendly people, have fun, dance too if wished, on the beach or in 2 or 3 really trendy and cool places !

For sure you can really have a fantastic time and we will make sure of this !

Karibu sana for peaceful and wonderful holidays :-)

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • 4 Super King Beds
  • 2 Sofa Beds
  • 3 Single Beds
  • 2 Cots available
  • 4 Family bathrooms

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • 2 Cots available
  • High chair available

Access

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Boat available
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Safe
  • Games room
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair available
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Forodhani House, on Shela Beach, in Lamu, Kenya – Home 3161973

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    Check in: 15:00 Check out: 11:00
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    Smoking

    Yes, smoking allowed

    About the owner

    Isabelle S.
    Calendar updated:
    04 May 2024

    Years listed:
    10

    Based in:
    United States
    Languages spoken: English, French
    This House has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and sleeps 12. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 16 Sep 2013. Located in Coast Province, it has 65 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate varies from £5485 to £6171.
    The property’s calendar was last updated on 04 May 2024.
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    Reviews

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    65 reviews
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    4
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    Jean E

    Superb
    Mar 2023

    Very beautiful house, we had a lovely time there. All the staff were really nice and competent (special props to the chef!). We look forward to coming back.

    Reviewed 17 Mar 2023

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Owner's reply:
    Thank you so much and Karibu tena anytime :)

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    muthonim849
    Nairobi

    Great place, please improve on cleanliness
    May 2022

    We really enjoyed the stay together with my friends, the house is beautiful and the staff are friendly. Though of all the days we were there we didn't have lights in our room, we were using the … More 

    Reviewed 30 May 2022

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    maryambadamana

    The best!
    Dec 2021

    Beautiful house with breathtaking views! Isabelle and her team were fantastic, always responsive and attentive. The chef Silas made the most delicious meals and the service was excellent. It was a per… More 

    Reviewed 8 Dec 2021

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Owner's reply:
    Thank you so much, it’s such a joy to know you enjoyed your stay fully. Karibu tena anytime, it’s your home now :)

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    parisienne20
    Paris, Ile-de-France, France

    Sublime
    Nov 2021

    Le paradis, la maison est magnifique une équipe d’une gentillesse incroyable, l’hôtesse est au petit soin, relation et échanges fluides. Merciiiii à tous

    Reviewed 2 Dec 2021

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    Owner's reply:
    Merci beaucoup pour ces gentils mots. Nous espérons vous revoir bien sûr ;)

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    marionnette75017
    Paris, France

    One of the best ever stayings I've ever had in the world
    Nov 2021

    Thank you Forodhani House for making me definitely fall in love with Lamu. My stay was a pure bliss. This is I believe the true luxury we are today looking for. The house, which benefits from an aston… More 

    Reviewed 24 Nov 2021

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Owner's reply:
    Wow ! Thank you more than much Marion. Our team will be so happy to read this. Welcome back anytime, Lamu loves you too, it’s your home now :)

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Review 1-5 of 65

    FAQs

    How do I find more info about the property?

    You can get in touch with Isabelle (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

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    What if I have questions before I book?

    Send Isabelle (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

    How do I contact Isabelle (the owner)?

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    If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view Isabelle the owner's contact details or send them a message.

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    What is a booking request?

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    How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

    You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your holiday booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

    How do I pay for my holiday?

    Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Isabelle (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

    If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

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    Why can't I call Isabelle (the owner) before booking?

    You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

    If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage my booking.

    How do damage deposits work?

    In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

    Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

    How can I view and manage my booking?

    Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

    How do I pay the balance of my holiday?

    You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

    We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

    How can I retract my booking request?

    You’ll need to contact Isabelle (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

    How do I cancel my booking?

    Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

    How do I edit my booking?

    You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Isabelle (the owner) a message.

    If Isabelle (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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    / night
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