House E, Shela

A dramatic new private retreat designed and built in striking Swahili-modernist style, House E sits in a commanding position with panoramic views over Shela beach and the Lamu channel. Expansive, harmonious, calm, airy and uncluttered, it accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 air-conditioned bedroom suites.

Summary

A stylish, sprawling, sophisticated and serene new home on Shela’s highest spot
Contemporary minimalist aesthetics meet traditional architecture and craftsmanship
Lofty dune-top setting, spacious terraces, patios and verandas, living green rooftops
Beautifully thought-out design with airy and interconnecting spaces cascading down the hillside
13 metre swimming pool, expansive poolside living and entertaining spaces
100 steps from Shela beach and just 150 metres from Peponi Hotel
Accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 air-conditioned ensuite bedrooms – each 50-70 sqm

Detailed Information

Location

House E sits on top of magnificent sand dunes on the fringes of fashionable Shela Village, close to the eastern tip of Lamu Island. The island’s main beach is less than 100 metres from the house, and Peponi Hotel and all the other attractions of the village are just a short stroll away. Lamu Town is two miles north of Shela, and Manda Island and its airport are a short boat ride away across the Lamu channel.