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Kenyan family villa with beautiful pool, private beach access, stunning views.

 
 
 
Kenya Coast villa rental - Entrance to Himaya House with sea in background
Entrance to Himaya House with sea in background
 
Kenya Coast villa rental - Entrance to Himaya House with sea in background

Entrance to Himaya House with sea in background

Side vew of main house

Side vew of main house

View across pool to separate guest wing

View across pool to separate guest wing

View across pool to beach

View across pool to beach

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Side window view from Master Bedroom

Side window view from Master Bedroom

Master Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Reflection from Bathroom mirror

Reflection from Bathroom mirror

Entrance to Living Room

Entrance to Living Room

Living Room

Living Room

View as sea goes out from bottom corner of garden

View as sea goes out from bottom corner of garden

View from veranda

View from veranda

View from veranda dining table

View from veranda dining table

Guest wing bedroom

Guest wing bedroom

Veranda off guest wing bedrooms

Veranda off guest wing bedrooms

Looking down to pool from guest wing

Looking down to pool from guest wing

Private door to Beach

Private door to Beach

Sunset from Himaya

Sunset from Himaya

Looking back to Himaya on top of cliff

Looking back to Himaya on top of cliff

Looking out at Marine Park at low tide

Looking out at Marine Park at low tide

Beautiful storm skies

Beautiful storm skies

Fishermen going out in May storm

Fishermen going out in May storm

  • Per night £130 - £250
  • Per week £900 - £2,500
USD Conversion (ESTIMATED)
Per night (USD) $197 - $379
Per week $1,366 - $3,793
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps8
  • 3 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Kenya Coast vacation villa rental
3 double bedrooms, with en-suite bathrooms

Welcome to Himaya House. Situated on a coral buff overlooking Silversands Beach, Malindi, the views are stunning. There are two magnificent Baobab trees which give a very special feeling to the property. There is a short path down to the beach - only accessed through a carved wooden door - giving you complete privacy and exclusivity.

The house is spacious and cool with a north or south monsoon blowing most of the year. The main house has a large living area plus veranda with the Master Bedroom up above.

All rooms have a spectacular view. Two of the bedrooms are in a separate unit with steps down to the swimming pool.

The Master bedroom is up above the main living area and has its own entrance.

The Kenya coast has a North and South Monsoon.

The winds blow from the North from around end of November through to April/May and then change to the South.

This obviously brings changes on the beach,

In the North Monsoon the sea weed is blown down towards the house and there for the beach is not a complete stretch of white sand.

There are always areas that are clear and where you can swim.

It is absolutely not a problem but I would like you to know the photographs are taken in the South Monsoon.

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Kenya Coast villa rental - Entrance to Himaya House with sea in background

Entrance to Himaya House with sea in background

Side vew of main house

Side vew of main house

View across pool to separate guest wing

View across pool to separate guest wing

View across pool to beach

View across pool to beach

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Side window view from Master Bedroom

Side window view from Master Bedroom

Master Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Reflection from Bathroom mirror

Reflection from Bathroom mirror

Entrance to Living Room

Entrance to Living Room

Living Room

Living Room

View as sea goes out from bottom corner of garden

View as sea goes out from bottom corner of garden

View from veranda

View from veranda

View from veranda dining table

View from veranda dining table

Guest wing bedroom

Guest wing bedroom

Veranda off guest wing bedrooms

Veranda off guest wing bedrooms

Looking down to pool from guest wing

Looking down to pool from guest wing

Private door to Beach

Private door to Beach

Sunset from Himaya

Sunset from Himaya

Looking back to Himaya on top of cliff

Looking back to Himaya on top of cliff

Looking out at Marine Park at low tide

Looking out at Marine Park at low tide

Beautiful storm skies

Beautiful storm skies

Fishermen going out in May storm

Fishermen going out in May storm

Nearest Airport : Malindi Airport at 7 Kilometres
Nearest Ferry : Likoni Ferry, South Coast at 150 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Mombasa at 110 Kilometres
Nearest Beach : Silversands at 10 Metres
Nearest Barpub : Driftwood at 1 Kilometres
Nearest Golf : Malindi Golf Course at 6 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant : Mariposa, Baby Marrow at 2 Kilometres
Car: not necessary

Other Activities: Yoga classes on request

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation villa rental in Kenya Coast, Kenya

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Low season
Apr 15 2013 - Jun 30 2013
£130
£160
£900
3 Nights
 
 
Mid season
Jul 1 2013 - Jul 22 2013
£150
£180
£1,300
3 Nights
 
 
High season
Jul 23 2013 - Aug 31 2013
£220
£250
£1,500
3 Nights
 
 
Mid season
Sep 1 2013 - Sep 16 2013
£150
£180
£1,300
3 Nights
 
 
Low season
Sep 17 2013 - Nov 30 2013
£130
£160
£900
3 Nights
 
 
High season
Dec 1 2013 - Dec 22 2013
£220
£250
£1,500
1 Week
 
 
Very hig season
Dec 23 2013 - Jan 6 2014
£2,500
1 Week
 

Notes

  • Lissa will consider special rates if you are only a couple who would like to come, and for long stays.

    Cancellation Policy:
    Once a 30% deposit is made, this is not refundable.
    Full payment is expected 2 months prior to arrival.
    If the booking is cancelled 6 weeks prior to arrival, there will be no refunds.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation villa rental in Kenya Coast, Kenya

Property Type:
  • villa

Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals

Location Type:
  • Beach

Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family

General:
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Iron & Board
  • Washing Machine
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Telephone
  • Parking
  • Toilet Paper
  • Safe
  • Basic Soaps
  • Activities Guide
  • Fireplace
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Thermos Bottle

Kitchen:
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Grill
  • Microwave
  • Mini Refrigerator
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Freezer
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee Maker
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Pantry Items

Dining:
  • Dining Room
  • seating for 8 people

Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower , bidet
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower , bidet
    Bathroom 3 - toilet , combination tub/shower , bidet

Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king , 1 child bed
    Bedroom 2 - 1 king , 1 twin/ single , 2 single beds on the verandah
    Bedroom 3 - 1 king , 1 twin/ single , 2 single beds on the verandah
  • The house comfortably sleeps six but two extra children can sleep on the veranda. Maximum eight, including children in the party.
Outside:
  • Large Cooler
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Fish Cleaning Table
  • Balcony
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 3 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome
  • Long-term Renters Welcome

Pool / Spa:
  • Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Pool

Onsite Services:
  • Daily Maid Service
  • Private Chef
  • Staff

Attractions:
  • ruins
  • churches
  • museums
  • reefs
  • restaurants
  • forests

Leisure Activities:
  • paddle boating
  • walking
  • bird watching
  • gambling casinos
  • scenic drives
  • horseback riding

Local Services & Businesses:
  • hospital
  • medical services
  • fitness center
  • ATM/bank
  • laundromat
  • Babysitter
  • groceries
  • massage therapist

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • fishing
  • wind-surfing
  • tennis
  • deepsea fishing
  • surfing
  • hiking
  • fly fishing
  • sailing
  • swimming
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • golf
  • snorkeling

Notes: Internet access is available. A telephone can be made available on request. A re-charge card is required. These are easily obtainable. Mobile phones are very cheap to purchase with a local number and advisable for a long stay. Malindi Airport is 15 minutes away and has 3 airlines flying in from Nairobi daily. Mombasa Airport, a 2 hour drive, has multiple flights throughout the day from and to Nairobi.

Reviews for this vacation villa rental in Kenya Coast, Kenya

Kenyan family villa with beautiful pool, private beach access, stunning views.
average rating of 4.923077 based on 13 reviews
business
Kenyan family villa with beautiful pool, private beach access, stunning views.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p467033
+254 (0)722-702351
Kenya Coast Kenya
5

Truly AMAZING holiday right on the beach.

5 of 5
Submitted: November 25, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
We (family of 4)stayed for 5 days in this beautiful colonial villa right on the beach,in all privacy due to its elevated location.Arriving after a 3 day safari this proved to be the perfect place to relax,calm down and enjoy the Kenian coast in true luxury.The villa is absolutely fantastic,it has a very spacious feeling due to its big well maintained and beautiful garden(has 2 Baobabs), large swimming pool (kept very clean by the staff) and very spacious bedrooms,living room and dining area/veranda.The views from the garden/pool and from the house on the Indian ocean are stunning.The white and very soft beach is easily accessible from the house via a private entrance,and the sea is perfect for kids to swim in as it is only up to a meter deep for the first 100m.There is an outside shower just as you enter the property on the way back from the beach to wash of the sand and salt.The house is kept very clean at all times by the excellent staff whose presence was never disturbing almost unnoticeable.We never went out eating since Sammy's (the chef) cooking was excellent and had great variety on offer.The staff also took care of booking taxi's,boat to go snorkelling (pick up on the beach just below the house) and any groceries needed.We did a few short trips to Malindi centre which is 10mins with a Tuktuk,to buy some souvenirs,and visited the Gedi ruins which we found quite interesting.There are a few info folders in the villa made by the owner which provide you with all possible information on the neighborhood and on activities that can be planned from here.Do contact the owner if you have any questions about the villa or your booking,she is extremely helpful and friendly.
This villa gave all of us a WAAW feeling every minute of our stay!Its just an unbelievable FANTASTIC place,run by truly friendly people.Thank you Lissa for renting out this wonderful place and thank you to your staff for the 5 star service.We hope to be back soon!
business
Kenyan family villa with beautiful pool, private beach access, stunning views.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p467033
+254 (0)722-702351
Kenya Coast Kenya
5

Absolutely fantastic!!

5 of 5
Submitted: November 5, 2012 Stayed: October 2012
Absolutely fantastic!! After staying more than 5 years in Kenya, Himaya House is one of the best beach houses we have ever visited.
What a view, the location is beautiful, on top of a cliff, direct access to the wonderful beach and close to all the attractions in Watamu/Malindi area.

The house is cozy, clean and welcoming! Staff is absolutely amazing and the idea of having a 2 page menu where you can put together breakfast, lunch and dinner works excellent.

We enjoyed every minute of our stay and big thanks to staff and Lissa for making our holiday so wonderful. We will be back!!
business
Kenyan family villa with beautiful pool, private beach access, stunning views.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p467033
+254 (0)722-702351
Kenya Coast Kenya
Gulu, Uganda
5

Perfect

5 of 5
Submitted: October 13, 2011 Stayed: March 2011
In March of 2011 we (6 friends and I) had the absolute pleasure of spending 5 nights at Himaya House.

The entire experience - from our initial inquiries with Lissa via email, to her gracious facilitation with travel arrangements, to the reception by her well trained staff, to the food, to the service, to the house itself - we can't say enough good things about our experience at Himaya House.

The grounds and facilities were stunning. The staff was warm, welcoming, and professional. The food prepared by Sammy (the chef) was world class. The views of the Indian Ocean were breathtaking. The combination of having a private pool and steps to the beach was phenomenal. We literally couldn't have asked for more.

It was a much needed Holiday and we're already preparing to book another trip for 2012.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Kenyan family villa with beautiful pool, private beach access, stunning views.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p467033
+254 (0)722-702351
Kenya Coast Kenya
5

Treasure in Malindi

5 of 5
Submitted: September 28, 2011 Stayed: August 2011
Over the years we stayed at several resorts and rental homes up and down the Kenyan coast. We can confidently say that Himaya House is one the very nicest places we've stayed. Being budget minded travelers and traveling with friends we were having a difficult time finding a vacation spot along this coast until we came across Himaya House. We took a chance staying someplace new. Are we ever glad we did. Lissa was such a gracious host and just doted on our children. They regaled her with all of their adventures up and down the beach, snorkeling with the fish and surfing in the waves. She even ooh'ed and ahh'ed as they demonstrated their swimming prowess.

The staff were excellent and attentive. Sammy was an amazing cook and made wonderful dishes every meal. Our 4 year old son even "helped" Sammy in the kitchen a time or two. He was so patient and kind with the kids. Kombe, Silas, and Dominic were also very hospitable, welcoming and attentive.

The rooms, grounds, and homes were immaculate and well kept. We spent most of the days lounging by the pool. With the exception of s short walk down the road to the Crocodile and Snake Park, (recommended for families with children.) our kids loved it. The view from the coral cliffs was breath taking. The ocean breeze in the afternoon was refreshing. And the private access to beach below was a blessing with small children. No wandering off to the beach alone. At low tide the cove was a the perfect place for small swimmers to explore. Lots of crabs, little fish and sea critters to be found and examined. Just a short boat ride away is the beautiful Marine Park which all of our kids enjoyed.

Next trip to Malindi we will definitely check for availability at Himaya House first.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Kenyan family villa with beautiful pool, private beach access, stunning views.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p467033
+254 (0)722-702351
Kenya Coast Kenya
5

A true gem - fascinating and unique

5 of 5
Submitted: September 20, 2011 Stayed: August 2011
The second time now we spent our holidays at Himaya House with his even more than polite and obliging owner Lissa and the professional and hard working staff (but always descreet).
And also the second time it was a pleasure to be at this heavenly place with the big and natural garden, the baobab trees, the pool. To stay on the cliff is the best - you can have real privacy and - if you want - your are down the beach in one minute.
One of the best places we have ever been travelling around the world!
Actually is hard to describe the - because it is so unique - the people as well!
Just come and see - and feel it!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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