Forodhani House, on Shela Beach, in Lamu, Kenya – Home 3161973 House
- 5 bedrooms
- 12 sleeps
- min stay varies
Forodhani House, on Shela Beach, in Lamu, Kenya – Home 3161973
- House
- 5 bedrooms
- sleeps 12
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car not necessary
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
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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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- 2 Cribs
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- 4 King Beds, 2 Sofa beds, 3 Twin beds, 2 Cribs
- 4 Full baths
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Private garden
- Grill
- Waterfront
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Boat available
- Deck
- Internet access
- Safe
- Games room
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 11:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- Yes, smoking allowed
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.
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About the owner
Isabelle S.
- Calendar last updated:
- 19 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 10
- Based in:
- United States
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 65 reviews
Excellent
65 reviews
- Excellent
- 59
- Very Good
- 4
- Average
- 1
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 1
“Superb”
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.
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you so much and Karibu tena anytime :)
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“Great place, please improve on cleanliness”
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
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“The best!”
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
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Response from the owner 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.
“Sublime”
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
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Response from the owner Merci beaucoup pour ces gentils mots. Nous espérons vous revoir bien sûr ;)
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“One of the best ever stayings I've ever had in the world”
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
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Response from the owner 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 :)
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“Home away from home”
A real gem with sweeping views of beach and the surrounding water. Rooma are spacious and airy. Understated elegance, beachy colors, impeccable service and delicious food. And the views are incomparab… More
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Response from the owner And we are so happy to have you here each time you come :-) Thank you Rima.
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“Amazing”
beautiful, quiet, the beaches’re superb, and the welcome is warm La maison est décorée avec goût, les repas délicieux, un coin de paradis.
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Response from the owner Thank you so much ! You're welcome anytime :-)
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“We loved it !”
The house is on the beach and you feel like being on a boat a bit as it’s so close to the ocean. The gentle breeze, the sound of the waves, the seaviews, the smiles of Forodhani team and whole S… More
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Response from the owner Assante saana Margot for taking that time to give us your feedback. The team loved you too :)
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“Sublime!”
The location, the house and its magnificent views, the amazing team of staff, the delicious food Silas cooked… I can’t recommend Forodhani House enough. All was a sublime bliss!
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Response from the owner Thank you so much ! We are happy you were happy :)
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“Incredible house on the beach in Shela”
This is one of the best houses in Shela available to rent. The spaces are beautifully designed and combine Swahili aesthetics with modern conveniences. The food is fantastic and the team at the house … More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much Matt ! Really much. Our team will be happy to read this :)
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Isabelle (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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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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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Isabelle the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Isabelle (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Isabelle (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Isabelle (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Isabelle (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? 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 booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Isabelle (the owner) before booking?
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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 your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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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?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your 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 your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Isabelle (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your 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 booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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