The Fort, Shela Beach

A magnificent beachfront fortress built in traditional Omani style, this is one of Africa’s most epic and extraordinary private homes. With spacious and elegant accommodation for 18+ guests, miles of empty white sands on the doorstep and easy access to stylish Shela Village, The Fort offers the ultimate in escapism, seclusion and exclusivity.

The Fort
The Fort
The Fort
  • A majestic Moorish castle on spectacular Shela beach
  • A unique and romantic personal hideaway turned exclusive-use holiday retreat
  • Grand, private, secure and sequestered – with sophisticated Shela just a few minutes away
  • The perfect setting for special events, celebrations, birthday parties and weddings
  • Central courtyard with swimming pool, shady tropical gardens and cloistered living areas
  • Upstairs, downstairs or beachfront dining. Extensive ocean-view roof terraces
  • Explore 8 miles (13 km) of beautiful empty beach with dramatic dunes
  • Accommodates up to 18 guests in 9 airy principal bedrooms – all ensuite
  • Gourmet menus personally overseen by the foodie owner
  • Both self-catering and full-board packages are available

The Fort sits less than 50 metres from the ocean on Shela beach at the south eastern tip of Lamu Island. The beach stretches 8 miles (13km) from the property and is beautiful, quiet and undeveloped. Peponi Hotel and the other attractions of Shela Village are around 700 metres and a few minutes’ walk from the property. Lamu Town is two miles north of Shela, and Manda Island and its airport are just a short boat ride away across the Lamu channel.

“We are back from the most wonderful time in Lamu. I don’t think words can do it justice! Once we arrived at The Fort it was like a dream. We hardly wanted to leave and just spent leisurely days beside the pool with THE BEST food you can dream of! Shela is such a lovely little village to wander through and Gabriella was a lovely host.”

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