Title: elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=177925&destination=Watamu%2C+Kilifi+County%2C+Kenya&selected=97819561&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid ## Photo gallery for elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid ![Terrace/patio - elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97820000/97819600/97819561/4740751e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97820000/97819600/97819561/3612cfc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97820000/97819600/97819561/566cb24a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97820000/97819600/97819561/5bc3b449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, bidet, towels, soap - elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid (Watamu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97820000/97819600/97819561/2b9c67c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a garden and laundry facilities at elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 103229 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid A splendid Swahili style villa, surrounded by a lush garden with native plants, including a baobab, welcomes guests in a beautiful swimming pool with sun loungers, a covered relaxation area with comfortable seats, sofas and a massage area. The structure is on two levels and consists of 5 bedrooms, each with a private bathroom. A delightful living room, a porch and a large terrace furnished with simplicity and taste allow you to enjoy the tranquility and the breeze that comes from the nearby beach. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Ski - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Bidet - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the sea - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Casino nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bed sheets changed on request - Comprehensive food waste policy - Garden - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 3,229 square feet - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5490000/5481100/5481072/dc2d7ec8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Turtle Bay Beach Club Watamu - Pool - Hot tub - All-inclusive - Kids’ pool 8.4 Very good 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=5481072&PinnedHotelID=5481072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49250000/49246000/49245925/89b53035.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kobe Suite Resort Watamu - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 30 reviews £170 includes taxes & fees 15 Apr - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Watamu, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Ruins of Gedi and Portuguese Chapel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, power boating and swimming adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Watamu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Watamu.dx177925) [View more Villas in Watamu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Watamu-Villas.d177925-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-3.35480%2C40.01369&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6QZpN00l5o3hjnNikXT623IVNak=) Watamu, Contea di Kilifi ### What's nearby - ![655566604](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101810/cef1a239-8f88-465c-b2ec-5cdfb08c2716.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Watamu Beach 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Malindi Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2486/4087cc3c-c63f-41ee-b0dd-48029831ca83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Malindi Beach 26 min drive \- 16.3 miles - Prawn Lake 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Mida Creek 7 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Ruins of Gedi 14 min drive \- 4.6 miles ### Getting around - Malindi (MYD) 27 min drive ### Restaurants - Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon 9 min walk - Sunset Beach Restaurant 15 min walk - 7 Vizi Cafe 3 min walk - Amici Miei Pastries Bar 3 min walk - Blue View Cafe 14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid have a pool? ### Is elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid? ### What time is check-in at elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid? ### What time is check-out at elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid? ### Where is elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## elegant and exclusive african style villa with chef and maid Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarka K. 23 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Era un piacere stare nella villa!! ##### Sarka K. 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