Honeymoon House, Lamu

Escape to the heart of Lamu, Kenya, and experience the ultimate in eco-friendly relaxation at Honeymoon 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 peaceful getaways with family and friends.

Overview of Honeymoon House

Discover the castle-like Honeymoon 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 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 lush tropical land of approximately 2.5 acres, featuring the highest point of any house on Lamu Island, stretching down to the water’s edge. The property has two deep wells that can pump 800 litres/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 Warmth of Honeymoon House

Indulge in pure luxury and relaxation with the all-encompassing services at Honeymoon 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, and Italian. The properties 3-acres of lush gardens allow access to the freshest ingredients to prepare meals.