Luxury Beachfront Holiday House, Pool Garden All Sea Views, Forodhani House Lamu
- Minimum stay:2-7 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:Yes
Built in authentic Swahili style, exquisitely finished and furnished, Forodhani House sleeps comfortably 10 to 13 people, in 5 ensuite bedrooms (3 double and 2 triple), all with stunning sea-views.
With lots of different areas to take it easy in (near the pool, in main lounge, garden, dining room, or on barazza beds/seats, shaded or not, at ground, 1st or 2nd floors, in little lounge bar, or on top top terrace), it is really the ideal place to spend holidays on the beach with family or friends (10 adults or 3 families), be lulled by the lapping waves and cooled by the gentle sea breeze which is so refreshing at these latitudes.
Here you will be able to relax (4 staff, among them a very good cook, to pamper you), enjoy the pristine white sand beach and its activities (sailing, swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing, fishing…), discover Lamu Old Town and Shela (the rich Swahili culture and its welcoming atmosphere)... take the most of Nature, which is truly at its best... and have fun too !
Forodhani house is white, with round or Arabic arches which frame sea views, sky at day or night, and sails sliding silently. Palm trees, ylang-ylang’s, frangipanes, bougainvilleas add some colors and scents.
And from Forodhani House, because of its particular location, the show is always there : you are having breakfast and you happen suddenly to see school of sardines jumping, trying to escape barracudas, or dolphins swimming up the Channel, or a friends’ dhow sliding from one arch to the other, or a fishermen boat coming from the open seas with load of tunas.
It’s both relaxing and so interesting !
We'll take great care of you ! Enjoy a really fantastic time !
Lots of points of interests around our/your Holiday Home.
To name but a few, all are in our 'welcome book' at home for you of course, but some also here below to give you an idea of what could be your daily cool routine here :
- Shela Marine Watersports : Dhow Sailing With Experienced Captains, Snorkeling or scuba diving in Indian Ocean on Coral Reefs, colorful fishes all around you, Swimming with Dolphins, yes, truly, and what I recommend strongly also is a/many Sunset Cruise(s), Always magic !
- Babu British : Guided Tours With Knowledgeable Native Tour Guides : The Old Town of Lamu is a Unesco World Heritage Site and a must-visit, walk through the streets of Lamu and have a look at these beautiful pieces of ancient Swahili architecture, art, and more. Also explore Takwa Ruins, the remains of an ancient Swahili Settlement.
- Join the Yoga Sessions during your holidays in Shela Village at Fatuma’s Tower (5pm) or at Banana House (9am) daily. They also regularly organize Yoga Retreats and Workshops. Back to the Living !
- Peponi Hotel Restaurant : 100 meters from Forodhani House, on the beach. Simply one of the best dining in East Africa ! A very cool place and terrace for a drink too. Love it !
- Aman Shop : Beautiful clothes, jewelery and leather work ! Aman recreates and adapts styles in pure cotton and silk for the modern consumer who seeks a similar aesthetic, at the same time looks for ease, comfort and pleasure. Don’t miss it ! It's in Shela Village.
- Gallery Baraka : A very fine collection of African arts and crafts, interesting masks, statues, pieces of furnitures from all Africa, Lamu Old Town. Kate the owner is lovely and knows so much about all Africa and Lamu of course too.
- Ali Lamu and My Eye Gallery : Beautiful Art and Paintings Collection, in Shela Village, also lovely bags, decoration ideas.... all done by fishermen with recycled tangas. Unique !
- Kijani Restaurant : The kitchen offers all types of fish, lobsters, crabs and prawns fresh from the sea, along with meat and fresh vegetables, together with African and Italian specialties. On Shela seaside too.
- Lamu House Restaurant : A nice terrace overlooking the Harbour of Lamu Old Town, with a nice menu combining the delights from the sea, prepared with a European touch while respecting the Swahili kitchen. Frank and Marianne run the Lamu House Beach Club on Manda Island, just in front of Forodhani House, across the Channel, a cool and lounge place to spend the afternoon, have lunch on mattresses on the beach.
And some words now about how to get to Forodhani House and Lamu...
- Lamu/Manda Airport : It is possible to fly to Lamu from Nairobi (both Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport), Mombasa, or Malindi. There are several daily flights (Air Kenya, Safarilink or Fly 540) but note that the flights get booked well in advance - even out of season if you are unlucky. Planes land on Manda Island just across from Lamu town and Shela. Nassir, our Laleti Boat captain, will come and pick you up there to drive you home.
- Tawacal Buses : There are several buses also going up from Mombasa and Nairobi. The trips are a neat experience if you don’t mind the lack of luxury. There are several departures from both Malindi and Mombasa every day. The bus routes end in Mokowe, which is a few kilometers from Lamu Island. We can arrange your picking up there also to drive you by boat to Lamu and your holiday home.
Our guests feed-backs are so rewarding and encouraging ; hope sincerely you also would be able to discover this little paradise and see by your own eyes why they are talking about the place so greatly.
Property Type
- Villa
- 350 m²
Accommodation Type
- Bed And Breakfast
- Bed & Breakfast
Meals
- Catering Available
- Breakfast - Booking Possible
- Lunch - Booking Possible
- Dinner - Booking Possible
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Included
- Private Chef
- Daily Maid Service
- Housekeeper
- Staff
- Massage
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Events Allowed
- Suitable For Elderly Or Infirm
- Low Allergen Environment
- Pets Considered
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 13
- Bedroom 1
- 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 1 Cot
- Bedroom 2
- 3 Single Bed, 1 Cot
- Bedroom 3
- 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
- Bedroom 4
- 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed
- Bedroom 5
- 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 1 Sofa bed/Futon
- Bedroom 6
- 1 Single Bed
Bathrooms
- 4.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
- Bathroom 3
- Bathroom 4
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Games For Kids
- DVD Player
- Game Room
- Video Player
- Books
- CD Player
- Toys
- Stereo
- Books For Kids
- Radio
- Video Library
- Games
- Books - Fiction / Non-Fiction
- Music Library
Theme
- Family
- Luxury
Attractions
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Ruins
- Bay
- Playground
- Churches
- Marina
- Reefs
Car
- Not Necessary
Leisure Activities
- Beachcombing
- Walking
- Eco Tourism
- Paddle Boating
- Scenic Drives
- Sight Seeing
- Whale Watching
- Bird Watching
local services and businesses
- Hospital
- Babysitter
- ATM/Bank
- Fitness Centre
- Massage Therapist
- Laundrette - Serviced
- Groceries
- Medical Services
Location Type
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Village
sports and adventure activities
- Water Tubing
- Snorkelling
- Pier Fishing
- Water Skiing
- Sailing
- Diving
- Hiking
- Paragliding
- Jet Skiing
- Surf Fishing
- Surfing
- Deepsea Fishing
- Swimming
- Bay Fishing
- Fishing
- Wind-Surfing
- Fly Fishing
Arrival Day
- Flexible
breakfast meal type
- Booking Possible
catering options
- Catering Available
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Room
dinner meal type
- Booking Possible
General
- Activities Guide
- Telephone
- Washing Machine
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Local Maps
- Macintosh Computer
- Filtered Water
- Basic Soaps
- Safe
- Iron & Board
- Sofa Bed
- Shampoo
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internet
- Ceiling Fans
- Paper Towels
- Mobile Phone
- Local Activities Guide
- Toilet Paper
- Linens Provided
- Bottled Water
- Garage
- Laundry Soap
- Mosquito Magnet
- Clothes Dryer
- Security System
- Internet
- Thermos Flask
- Sunbed
- PC
house cleaning
- Housekeeper Included
Kitchen
- Stove
- Lobster Pot
- Hob
- Coffee Maker
- Dishwasher
- Coffee Grinder
- Grill
- Blender
- Microwave
- Freezer
- 4 Ring Stove
- Ice Maker
- Pantry Items
- Mini Refrigerator
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Cooking Utensils
- Oven
lunch meal type
- Booking Possible
Outside
- Barbecue
- Veranda
- Wood Decking
- Boat
- Motorboat
- Small Cooler
- Garden
- Beach Towels
- Veranda
- Crow's Nest
- Sailboat
- Deck Chairs
- Balcony
- Patio
- Walkway To Water
- Water Skis
- Fish Cleaning Table
- Kayak / Canoe
- Large Cooler
- Barbecue
- Terrace
Pool / Spa
- Private Pool
- Outdoor Pool
property descriptor
- Detached
Reviews
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we shall definitely be back soon!
Guest comment entered by ownerwe shall definitely be back soon!
- Guest Anne
- Date of stay 01/15/13
- Review Submitted 03/13/13
I just wanted to extend my appreciation to you guys and the team at Forodhani. Our stay in Lamu was absolutely phenomenal. The house was wonderful, staff very accommodative and Lamu, breathtaking. We shall definitely be back soon!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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What a home !
Guest comment entered by ownerWhat a home !
- Guest Oscar
- Date of stay 02/22/13
- Review Submitted 03/13/13
The reason for this email is to thank you, thank the owners of Forodhani and all the staff there for an AMAZING, absolutely FABULOUS experience! We really felt like kings, the place is simply gorgeous, better than any hotel!! The feeling is of exclusivity, luxury, a feeling of belonging almost, feeling at home even though you think WHAT A HOME!! Wow, really, thank you! And, as I am working in tourism, you know I have seen places and been around! We will definitely return, and definitely recommend Forodhani!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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We'll be back !
Guest comment entered by ownerWe'll be back !
- Guest Michele (ENGLAND)
- Date of stay 07/05/12
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
We had the most wonderful time at Forodhani - fabulous house, fabulous staff and fabulous food. It was everything we could have asked for and would highly recommend it to everyone. Will be back one day I hope.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Magic, as usual...
Guest comment entered by ownerMagic, as usual...
- Guest Deepa (KENYA)
- Date of stay 08/05/12
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
I just wanted to drop you a line to say that we really enjoyed our stay at Forodhani. Thank you and we hope to be booking again soon!! Best.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Thank you
Guest comment entered by ownerThank you
- Guest Kylie (KENYA)
- Date of stay 08/10/12
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
So looking forward to come back !Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Our favorite place in Lamu for sure
Guest comment entered by ownerOur favorite place in Lamu for sure
- Guest Jacqueline (USA)
- Date of stay 05/10/12
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
Thank You very much for your warm hospitality, excellent food and great staff. We really enjoyed our visit there. Much appreciation to Babu British, Amos, Francis and Festus. Will definately visit your property again.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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We will be back :-)
Guest comment entered by ownerWe will be back :-)
- Guest Robert and Claire (ENGLAND)
- Date of stay 02/05/12
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
Our stay was wonderful, we have had THE BEST holiday. Many thanks. We will be back soon.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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It is a fantastic property !
Guest comment entered by ownerIt is a fantastic property !
- Guest Sophie (KENYA)
- Date of stay 08/18/12
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
"C'était magnifique!!" - you have one of the nicest houses I have stayed in at the coast, if not the best. Your open spaces, dining and bedrooms are comfortable and very inviting. We really had a fantastic time, the house is well appointed, perfectly located and simply beautiful. I hope we can come a few more times.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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It was so great ! Assante sana
Guest comment entered by ownerIt was so great ! Assante sana
- Guest Manal (KENYA)
- Date of stay 12/20/11
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
Best December Holidays ever... waterskiing, sailing... It was worth it especially the great views from Forodhani House... Thank you for your hospitality :-)Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Many thanks !
Guest comment entered by ownerMany thanks !
- Guest Rima (USA)
- Date of stay 07/10/11
- Review Submitted 10/09/12
A very well located holiday home, perfect to unwind and relax with friends. It was the perfect place to stay, as all of us needed to sleep, relax, after a much busy period and a safari in Masai Mara... To my mind, the best location possible in Lamu, as you have all sea-views, comfort and service, the beach at your feet and Peponi terrace very close. We had magic holidays! Many thanks.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
€600 | €4200 | €11200 | |||
| Low Season May 1 - Jun 30 2 night min stay |
€400 | €2800 | €5600 | |||
| Summer Season Jul 1 - Sep 7 3 night min stay |
€900 | €4200 | €11200 | |||
| Xmas-NYear Season Dec 15 - Jan 17 7 night min stay |
€8400 | €22400 | ||||
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Discounts: 14 nights or more €1000 nightly |
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Fees:
- Pet Fee: €100
- Refundable Damage Deposit: €1000
- Taxes Included
Cancellation policy:
a 25% un-refundable deposit is due to confirm your booking (50% for Xmas-NYear Season). Balance is to be paid 60 days before beginning of your stay. Cancellation fees are 25% up to 90 days before arrival, 50% up to 60 days before arrival, 75% up to 30 days before arrival and 100% after 30 days before arrival.
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
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Photos
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Forodhani House, Shela Beach, Lamu, Kenya Coast
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main lounge
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Forodhani House a Swahili Bed Holiday Kenya Coast
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Forodhani House Pool and Indian Ocean, Kenya Coast
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Forodhani House, Dining Terrace, Kenya Coast
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Forodhani House, another bedroom, Lamu, Kenya
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Forodhani House door, Luxury Beach Holiday Kenya
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the House facade
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the Pool
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Shella Beach
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Forodhani House, Dhow Sailing, magic Lamu, Kenya
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Forodhani House, Sea Views from Main Lounge, Lamu
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Forodhani House, Lamu Beach, Kenya Coast
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Forodhani House, one of the 5 bedroom, Lamu, Kenya
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Forodhani House, View from dining terrace, Lamu
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Forodhani House, Top top Terrace Kenya Coast Villa
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on the beach...
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Forodhani House, Sunset Cruise, Lamu Holidays
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Forodhani House, Kite surf on Lamu Beach, Kenya
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from terrace, at sunset
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Forodhani House, Wind Surfing, Lamu Kenya Coast
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Forodhani House, Lamu Beach Holidays, Kenya Coast
