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Beach Front House, Msambweni, Kenya South Coast
Beachfront, with outdoor pool
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
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Explore the area

Msambweni, South Coast
- Place, Funzi Beach23 min drive
- Place, Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest24 min drive
- Place, Diani Beach30 min drive
- Airport, Ukunda (UKA)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Shower room 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beach Front House, Msambweni, Kenya South Coast
A rare combination of attractions is found along the 2km near-empty sandy beach, lapped by the warm Indian Ocean. The balcony is the perfect place for relaxing, from early morning tea to sundowners at sunset. Chale Reefs is a comfortable, fully-staffed, family house situated on a vast white sandy beach in the far south of Kenya. Spend your days swimming in the sea or the pool, snorkelling, fishing, playing tennis, reading from the well-stocked shelves, bird watching and, if you are lucky, watching newly hatched turtles make their first dangerous journey down to the sea. Visit the colourful market in Msambweni, the traditional village down the beach and wonder at the shellfish, barracuda, snapper delivered to the door on a daily basis by local fishermen. Chale Reefs is a stunning setting for a memorable holiday which can be as active or as relaxing as you want.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Msambweni
Located in Msambweni, this holiday home is on the beach. Diani Beach and Shimba Hills National Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Colobus Conservation and Diani Snake Park. Scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Msambweni, South Coast
What's nearby
- Funzi Beach - 23 min drive - 18.4 km
- Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest - 24 min drive - 18.0 km
- Galu Kinondo Beach - 27 min drive - 21.7 km
- Diani Beach - 30 min drive - 26.0 km
- Tiwi Beach - 42 min drive - 38.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Galana Bar - 25 min drive
- Chapateria - 26 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Judith Lindgren
When the owner retired from an international company in 1986, after 20 years of living in Kenya, the family wanted to retain a connection with this wonderful country and its people. By chance they came upon Msambweni and were at once taken by its relative remoteness and lack of tourist development. The beach was very uncrowded then and remains so now. The whole family was excited by the idea of building a house on the beach and the house was completed in 1988. Chale Reefs is regularly visited by the family, including the five grandchildren, who now live in the UK. We support village efforts particularly the voluntary Msambweni Orphans Programme and an educational charity set up by our daughter (www.etatu.org.uk)
Why they chose this property
The beauty and peace of the beach and the friendliness of the people and the staff at Chale Reefs.
What makes this property unique
The beach, the people, the family-friendly facilities, the tennis court and pool, the air conditioning in one room, the fresh fish from the sea.
Languages:
English, French, Swahili
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