Discover the castle-like ‘Tower House’ in Shela Village, Lamu, offering beautiful gardens and a world-class chef for a luxurious experience.
Nestled next to the world heritage site, the Mosque of Shela, and neighbouring the Peponi Hotel, the property provides access to a private beach and various boats for your recreation. Enjoy adventure-packed activities like snorkelling, deep-sea fishing, or visiting nearby islands, or simply relax with a yoga class or massage.
The stunning house features a 100-foot swimming pool hugging the front of the house, accessible from your ground floor bedroom or the tower.
Price based on 7 night stay. Property also available per night.
Escape to the heart of Lamu, Kenya, and experience the ultimate in eco-friendly relaxation at The Tower House, a luxury villa with private beach access atop the hill in Shela Village, surrounded by 3 acres of lush gardens. The ideal jumping-off point for travel to safari camps, romantic retreats or a peaceful getaways with family and friends.
Discover the castle-like ‘Tower House’ in Shela Village, Lamu, offering beautiful gardens and a world-class chef for a luxurious experience.
Nestled next to the world heritage site, the Mosque of Shela, and neighbouring the Peponi Hotel, the property provides access to a private beach and various boats for your recreation. Enjoy adventure-packed activities like snorkelling, deep-sea fishing, or visiting nearby islands, or simply relax with a yoga class or massage.
The stunning house features a 100-foot swimming pool hugging the front of the house, accessible from your ground floor bedroom or the tower.
Enjoy direct access to 80 feet of private beach and a lush tropical land of approximately 2.5 acres, featuring the highest point of any house on Lamu Island, stretching all the way down to the water’s edge. The property has two deep wells that can pump 800 liters/day through reverse osmosis and ultraviolet filtration systems, providing pristine water to the entire house, including all taps in the kitchen, bathrooms, and even down to the ice cubes. You can also enjoy solar thermal hot water systems throughout the house. Relax in the luxurious 100 ft pool and unwind in the sleek outdoor lounge area/terrace. Start your day with a cup of coffee while taking in the serene beach views and soaking up the warm African sun.
The property boasts a spacious a living area, media Room with HD projector for movies and TV viewing, all-region DVD player, BluRay player, Apple TV system and multiple terraces. The design is striking and minimalist featuring stone floors and interesting architecture.
Indulge in pure luxury and relaxation with the all-encompassing services at Tower House. The dedicated team goes above and beyond to cater for every need. With a house manager, 4 Askari always on duty, 2 skilled cooks, a sailing captain and mate, a speedboat captain, a travel coordinator, and a Nairobi driver, guests can sit back and relax while we take care of everything. To ensure your well-being, the property provides an eco-friendly and health-oriented diet prepared by a world-class chef and two modern cooks who specialise in a variety of cuisines including local flavours, vegetarian options, California-style summer fare, Italian. The properties 3-acres of lush gardens allow access to the freshest ingredients to prepare meals.
The property offers five luxurious bedrooms to ensure guests have a comfortable and private space to relax and rejuvenate during their stay. The Master suite opens onto a terrace with stunning sea views, providing a picturesque backdrop for your holiday. A unique feature of the villa is the hilltop bedroom suite – Solar House – which doubles as the property’s energy supply and backup. It is equipped with 62 solar panels on the roof.
The property boasts a total of seven stylish bathrooms equipped with showers and/or grand bathtubs, providing guests with the ultimate relaxation experience.
Located just 2 miles down from Lamu, Shela is a picturesque village known for its seafront lined with beautiful white stone houses and restaurants. In the sandy streets of the village, visitors can find great shops selling clothes and jewelry, as well as delicious traditional Swahili food.
Located just under 20 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lamu, this property offers visitors the opportunity to experience traditional Swahili culture and architecture, as well as beautiful beaches and marine life. Take a stroll through the historic town, home to well-preserved buildings and streets dating back to the 14th century. Enjoy the island's art, culture, festivals and delicious seafood. Lamu offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that makes it a great place to visit.
Take advantage of the direct beach access at the property by embarking on aquatic adventures with one of the three available boats. The 18-foot Quicksilver Mariner 555 Speedboat is ideal for day trips to neighboring Kipughani and Manda Toto, and for coral reef snorkeling at Kiniku. The Kiwayu Speedboat is equipped for waterskiing, while the 27-foot Mozambique dhow, a traditional Swahili sailing boat, provides a perfect setting for a midnight moon sailing experience.
Experience the beauty of Shela by hiring a Dhow boat and sailing through the winding mangrove forests. Take a trip to the ancient Takwa ruins or simply enjoy a drink as the sun sets.
