Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.5
  • The entire place is yours
  • 5113 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Swimming pool
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Private bathroom

About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Milele House in Lamu offers a spacious villa with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The property features a comfortable living room and family rooms, ensuring a pleasant stay for all guests. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can relax on the terrace or balcony, enjoy the year-round outdoor swimming pool, and take advantage of free WiFi throughout the villa. The terrace and rooftop pool provide excellent spaces for leisure and relaxation. Convenient Location: Located in Lamu, the villa is a short walk from Lamu Fort (2 minutes), Gallery Baraka (300 metres), Lamu Museum (4-minute walk), and Riyadha Mosque (4-minute walk). Nearby attractions include the 18th Century Swahili House Museum (400 metres) and Lamu Museum (4-minute walk). Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the terrace, rooftop pool, and comfort at the property, making it a preferred choice for relaxation and leisure.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Activities:

Swimming pool

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Laila
Denmark Denmark
“The house was majestic. Upon entrance it was like stepping into an oasis from the narrow, but cozy streets of Lamu Town. The architecture was stunning and its aesthetics and functionality impressive. As the house is glass and roof free the natural...”
Judith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We liked the traditional style and especially the small splash pool, to cool off in. The location at the heart of Lamu town was really special.”
Jeannette
Germany Germany
“I love the energy of the house especially the pool and the roof top terasse It’s also more quieter then next to the ocean”
Krzysztof
Poland Poland
“Everything was great. Beautiful rooms , friendy staff, exceptional place.”
Monika
Lithuania Lithuania
“The place is very beautiful and nice furnished. the location is easy to find (one you know how to). the host is very nice and gives good tips about Lamu. rooftop terrace is amazing!”
Teresa
Portugal Portugal
“Milele house is absolutely beautiful - we stayed in the biggest room, that has a lot of space, a large private bathroom and a private balcony with a sea view. That room is on a different floor from the other rooms and is more isolated. Tarik, the...”
Sir
Estonia Estonia
“Very authentic and stylish home with attention to the smallest details. Rooms were spacious and the shared kitchen was well-equipped with anything you might need. Cute rooftop with a sea view. The on-site caretaker was always positive and helpful....”
Melissa
Brazil Brazil
“This villa was gorgeous, in the historic Swahili style of Lamu. We had the loveliest time here. The location is relatively quiet though you are in the middle of town - we walked everywhere easily. There is also good Wi-Fi which was great for us as...”
Candace
Australia Australia
“Beautiful accommodation with extra spaces for relaxing; host was kind”
Lucia
United States United States
“Breakfast is an additional charge but chef was good. Tea was exceptional.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Tarik

9.3
Host review score
Tarik
Welcome to Milele House, an enchanting three-story villa (475m²) designed in traditional Swahili style. At the heart of the home lies a picturesque Lamu courtyard, inviting serenity and relaxation. The villa offers views of the Indian Ocean from the rooftop, shaded by a traditional makuti roof, made from palm leaves to provide a cool, protective haven. Our guests will enjoy the comfort of three beautifully appointed bedrooms: two with double beds, and one featuring a bunk bed and a single bed, perfect for families or groups. Additionally, there’s a unique queen-size bed nestled in a special nook for a restful retreat. To enhance your stay, our attentive housekeeper has a designated room and bathroom on the ground floor, ensuring that every aspect of your visit is taken care of. We look forward to welcoming you and making your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible.
Hello, my name is Tarik Sanchez. I spent my early years in Lamu until the age of 5 before moving to Mombasa at 12. My roots run deep in this region, with my mother and half of my family hailing from here. Together with my mother, I am proud to offer our childhood home and other beautifully designed properties for your stay.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 11:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Authentic Swahili style villa Milele House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.