Watamu Beach holiday guest house rental with shared pool, beach/lake nearby and balcony/terrace

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  • Guest house
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.12 km
  • Swimming pool
  • Suitable for children age 5+
  • Car not necessary
  • Ask about pets
  • Private garden

From the owner

Selected in 2014 as one of Kenya Airways' Msafiri Magazine's "100 Most Unforgettable Experiences" globally, Watamu Treehouse is situated on one of the most picturesque stretches of Watamu beach. Ideally located right opposite the Coral Gardens of the Marine Park, there are no large hotels nearby - only private residences. Built high in the trees, its unique architecture affords a 360 degree panorama of the Indian Ocean coastline on one side and native forest on the other. Whether you prefer to take the house on a self-catering or full-board basis, you will be well taken care of by the friendly, professional and experienced cook and domestic staff.

Watamu Treehouse has three bedrooms, all of which are ensuite. There are also a number of other beds and sleeping areas, such as those on the rooftop under the stars and the beach-deck down on the shore. The house is designed to sleep 6 people, but can comfortably accommodate more. There is everything you need here for a wonderful holiday. Just bring yourselves and your toys. You can bring your own food for the cook to prepare, but if you choose not to, no problem. Daily deliveries of fresh seafood and produce, and anything from the local supermarket can be arranged. The kitchen is equipped with fridge, cooker, oven, deep-freeze, plus a good range of utensils and cookware. As this is also a family home, you will find high quality crockery, cutlery and glassware in the cupboards, as well as fine bedlinen, mosquito-netting and towels.

Note: Please bring your own bathroom consumables, as they are not provided with the house rental.

The house consists of three towers in the trees, linked by bridges, stairways and ramps. Most of the building was deliberately set above the beautiful coastal forest - for the stunning views and the cooling breeze, and also to avoid unnecessary damage to the natural environment.

The house has no windows - just frames around vistas of nature in all its glory. You share the forest with the birds, insects, small mammals, reptiles and primates. The forest boasts many indigenous trees common to the coastal strip, including beautiful baobabs and many examples of the remarkable bamba-kofi.

Both living and sleeping areas are situated just above the forest canopy, open to the cooling coastal breezes and the scintillating views. You sleep breathing the fresh air of the forest and awaken to the early morning calls of the wildlife - especially birds and sykes monkeys!

The views from the house are stunning. Unusually for the East Coast of Africa, Watamu Treehouse offers a complete 360 degree horizon, affording sensational views of sunsets over forests, coconut plantations and Mida Creek, as well as sunrises and moonrises over the Indian Ocean...

You have a choice of several verandas and a sublime rooftop space, all designed to accommodate both communal activities and private retreats from which to contemplate the beauty of the surroundings.

Please note that the house is built high off the ground. If a fear of heights, climbing up flights of stairs, would spoil your holiday, then this might not be the best house for you. It should also be reconsidered should any member of your party be prone to losing their balance after a particularly long and well-lubricated night! And groups with small children might find this house not suitable, although many groups have been coming with all ages of children since 1998.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 2: Super King Bed
  • Bedroom 3: Double Bed
  • 3 En suites, 1 Shower room

Families

  • Suitable for children over 5
  • Ask about pets

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Children's pool
  • Private garden
  • Solarium or roof terrace
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Deck
  • Staffed property
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided
  • Housekeeping Included

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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

100% refund100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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50% refund50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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25% refund25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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Things to know

Check in: 12:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: £100.00

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Smoking

Yes, smoking allowed

About the owner

Paul K.
Calendar updated:
17 Jul 2022

Years listed:
10

Languages spoken: English
This Guest house has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and sleeps 6. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 16 Sep 2013. Located in Watamu, it has 29 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate is £5651.
The property’s calendar was last updated on 17 Jul 2022.
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Reviews

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Francesca F
Locarno, Switzerland

Atmosfera unica e architettura eccezionale
Dec 2020

Ho alloggiato quattro notti con due mie amiche appassionate di yoga. Esperienza stupenda nella natura, avvolti da un'architettura unica e a due passi dal mare. Consigliatissimo, anche a chi decid… More 

Reviewed 27 Jan 2021

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Go712449

A truly magical place, without a doubt the highlight of our trip on the Kenyan coast.
May 2017

Staying at the Watamu Treehouse was an overall fantastic experience. A unique location with stunning views, beautifully designed and comfortable rooms and a friendly and professional staff. The food w… More 

Reviewed 27 May 2017

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AMilo1234
Tarrytown, New York

Must be experienced
Feb 2017

A once in a lifetime experience enhanced by incredible food and great hospitality. This hotel is something you will never experience again.

Reviewed 25 Feb 2017

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Juliet B
Santiago, Chile

Whimsical and relaxing
Aug 2016

This is a truly unique place to spend a beach holiday. The house is Whimsical and every day you notice some new beautiful detail of inlaid glasswork and funky design. The location is ideal for accessi… More 

Reviewed 8 Aug 2016

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Jane Y

The only place I want to go on the Kenya coast from now on
Jul 2016

The Watamu Treehouse is a truly relaxing place for your beach vacation. Never before have I gone to a hotel and felt utterly happy simply staying on the premises. Wonderful staff. Delicious food. Gorg… More 

Reviewed 7 Aug 2016

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Review 1-5 of 29

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Why can't I call Paul (the owner) before booking?

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How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Paul (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Paul (the owner) a message.

If Paul (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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