📍 Shela, Lamu County, Kenya🏠 villa5 beds6 baths👥 Up to 15 guests
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Rooftop Pool
Suspended second-floor pool with panoramic village views
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Beach 3 Min Away
Walk to the 12km pristine Shela beach in minutes
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99% Solar Powered
Sustainable living without compromise on comfort
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Starlink WiFi
High-speed internet throughout the property
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Private Chef
Professional chef available for all meals
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Swahili Architecture
Authentic coral stone construction with hand-carved details
Rates
Nightly
USD 450
About this place
Wimbi House is the perfect home for a large family holiday or group adventure. Built using local coral stone and traditional Swahili building methods — neru plaster carvings, locally made bespoke furnishings, three ground-floor fountains — the house creates a natural cooling airflow throughout. The suspended second-floor rooftop pool is the crown jewel.
Featuring 5 large en-suite bedrooms, multiple entertainment and dining areas, and a beautiful courtyard, Wimbi House is located in a quiet corner of Shela village — 3 minutes from the waterfront, 10 minutes from Peponi and the 12km pristine beach. Operating on 99% solar power with Starlink high-speed internet throughout.
What this place offers
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Rooftop swimming pool
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Beach access (3 min walk)
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Kitchen with private chef available
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Starlink high-speed WiFi
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Dedicated workspace/library
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99% solar powered
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Parking available
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SUP boards and kayak rental
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Laundry service
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Staff for cleaning and cooking
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King beds in all 5 bedrooms
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En-suite bathrooms
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Mosquito netting
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Ceiling fans
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Multiple dining areas
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Rooftop bar/lounge
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Courtyard with fountains
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Ocean views from top floor
Location
Shela, Lamu County, Kenya
Meet your host
Hosted by Tristan Waterkeyn ⭐ Superhost
I love building beautiful spaces and sailing boats.
When i'm not building digital products and companies I love designing beautiful spaces.
Hosting since 2014 · Responds within an hour · Speaks English
Reviews
4.8★★★★★6 reviews
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Jill★★★★★
May 2026 · Airbnb
A truly lovely house in beautiful Shela. The pool was perfection, and it made for a great family stay. House manager Hannah was especially responsive.A truly lovely house in beautiful Shela. The pool was perfection, and it made for a great family stay. House manager Hannah was especially responsive.
Full review added by host
"A truly lovely house in beautiful Shela. The pool was perfection, and it made for a great family stay. House manager Hannah was especially responsive.""A truly lovely house in beautiful Shela. The pool was perfection, and it made for a great family stay. House manager Hannah was especially responsive.""A truly lovely house in beautiful Shela. The pool was perfection, and it made for a great family stay. House manager Hannah was especially responsive.""A truly lovely house in beautiful Shela. The pool was perfection, and it made for a great family stay. House manager Hannah was especially responsive."
Response from host
Thank you Jill . We would love to host you again any time. All the best.
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Sarah Mitchell★★★★★
May 2026 · Airbnb
Absolutely stunning property. The rooftop pool has the most incredible views of the village and ocean. The staff were attentive without being intrusive, and the private chef prepared the most amazing ...Absolutely stunning property. The rooftop pool has the most incredible views of the village and ocean. The staff were attentive without being intrusive, and the private chef prepared the most amazing Swahili dishes. Will definitely return.
Response from host
Thank you Sarah! We look forward to welcoming you back.
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James & Emma Carter★★★★★
May 2026 · Google
We stayed for a week and it was perfect. The Swahili architecture is beautiful, the beach is a short walk away, and the Starlink WiFi meant we could work remotely without issues. The solar setup is im...We stayed for a week and it was perfect. The Swahili architecture is beautiful, the beach is a short walk away, and the Starlink WiFi meant we could work remotely without issues. The solar setup is impressive — you barely notice it.
Response from host
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Marco Rossi★★★★
May 2026 · Airbnb
Great location in Shela, beautiful property. The pool is amazing. Only minor note — the hot water took a while in the morning, but the staff sorted it quickly. Would recommend to anyone visiting Lamu.Great location in Shela, beautiful property. The pool is amazing. Only minor note — the hot water took a while in the morning, but the staff sorted it quickly. Would recommend to anyone visiting Lamu.
Response from host
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Aisha Osman★★★★★
May 2026 · Guest
As a Kenyan, I am so proud of what Wimbi House represents. A world-class luxury experience right here on our coast. The attention to detail in the coral stone work, the hand-carved doors — it is art.As a Kenyan, I am so proud of what Wimbi House represents. A world-class luxury experience right here on our coast. The attention to detail in the coral stone work, the hand-carved doors — it is art.
Response from host
thank you
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David & Lisa Thompson★★★★★
May 2026 · Google
Our honeymoon was absolutely magical. Waking up to the sound of the ocean, breakfast on the rooftop, sunset dhow cruises arranged by the team. Everything was perfect.Our honeymoon was absolutely magical. Waking up to the sound of the ocean, breakfast on the rooftop, sunset dhow cruises arranged by the team. Everything was perfect.
