Two houses, one pool
The main house and the two-storey guest villa sit either side of the water.
The house
Two roofs, one pool between them.
Villa Ndoto is a main house and a two-storey guest villa either side of a large swimming pool, in Msitu Kwetu on the Diani coast. The whole property is let as one, to one party of up to eight. There is no reception, no other guests, and nothing shared with anybody.
Built for the coast, not against it
Natural makuti roofing and large windows let the breeze run straight through the house. The rooms are hung with East and West African carving, textile and brass, collected over years rather than bought as a set.
Upstairs, beside the pool, there is a bar area and an open chill deck under its own makuti roof. It is the part of the house guests end up using most.
Sleeping
Four bedrooms, across two houses.
Two bedrooms are in the main house and two in the guest villa, across the pool. A family can take one building and friends the other, or eight of you can spread across both.
- Main house
Two en-suite bedrooms, sleeps four.
- Guest villa
Two storeys, two en-suite bedrooms, sleeps four.
Every room: extra large king bed under a mosquito net, en-suite bathroom, built-in cupboards, a personal safe, ceiling and standing fans, and windows on more than one side.
What is included
Self-catering, but not on your own.
Wi-Fi
Throughout both houses.
Backup power
A generator takes over when the mains go off, which on this coast they do.
Air conditioning
On request, at extra charge. Fans throughout as standard.
24 hour security
The compound is walled and guarded around the clock.
Chef on request
Cooked for you, or cook yourself. The kitchen is yours either way.
Bar and chill deck
Upstairs beside the pool, under its own makuti roof.
Massage bed
In the house. A masseur can be arranged.
Laundry
Washing done for you during your stay.
Also provided: personal safes in every room, linen and towels, and contact numbers for taxis and tuk tuks kept at the house.
The people who run it
The house is self-catering, but it is not empty. A small household team runs it day to day and is on hand for as much or as little as you want. A chef can be arranged, the laundry is done, and the rooms are kept while you are out.
Meet the team
Introductions coming soon.
Where you are
Diani Beach, five minutes on foot.
The house sits in Msitu Kwetu, opposite the beach, next door to 40 Thieves and The Sands at Nomad. The walk to the sand takes about five minutes, across the Diani Beach Road and down a short path.
Shops, banks and restaurants are a short ride away, and taxis and tuk tuks are easy to find. Contact numbers are kept at the house.
Getting here
Ukunda, the Diani airstrip, is the closest arrival point, with Mombasa the main alternative. A transfer can be arranged for either.
Things to do
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Dhow safari
Pilli Pipa run a day out from Shimoni, south of Diani: snorkelling off a dhow in Kisite Marine Park, with lunch and transfers included.
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Glass-bottom boat
Boats work the length of the beach and will take you out to the reef. Agree a price with the captain before you go.
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The sandbar
At low tide the sand comes up off the reef and you can walk out to it, which costs nothing at all. Ask at the house for the tide times.
Location
Where to find us.
Villa Ndoto, Msitu Kwetu, off Diani Beach Road, Kwale County, Kenya. Opposite the beach, next door to 40 Thieves and The Sands at Nomad.
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Good to know
Questions, answered.
How many people does the house sleep?
Eight. Four in the main house and four in the guest villa, in four en-suite bedrooms. The property is let whole, to one party, so you are never sharing it.
Is it really self-catering?
Yes, and the kitchen is yours. But a household team runs the house day to day, and a chef can be arranged on request if you would rather not cook.
How far is the beach?
About five minutes on foot. The house is opposite the sand, next to 40 Thieves and The Sands at Nomad, across the Diani Beach Road and down a short path.
Is there air conditioning?
There are ceiling and standing fans throughout, and the makuti roofs and large windows keep the house moving with the breeze. Air conditioning can be arranged on request at extra charge.
What happens when the power goes off?
A generator takes over, so lights and fans stay on.
How do we book, and what does it cost?
Rates are not published, because they depend on the season and the length of the stay. Send your dates and how many of you there are and we will come back with a price.
What guests say
In their words.
From guest reviews on Google. Read them on Google
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The most amazing place I’ve ever vacationed! We were a large group of nine people, and the accommodation offered an enormous amount of space, with two houses and a lounge by the pool. It was just a short walk to the beach, and many restaurants were easily accessible by tuk-tuk. We hope to be back very soon!
Annika Beyer
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Incredible place. Beautifully decorated house with stunning pool. Just a few minutes walk to the stunning beach. Absolutely delicious breakfast, and staff were so friendly.
Florence Mouy
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We stayed in villa ndoto in Diani Beach for a week and it was incredible. The decoration was so detailed and passionate, loved it!
Deniz
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Villa Ndoto is simply perfect for a relaxing family holiday! The villa is spacious, beautifully decorated in an African style, and truly lacks nothing. The pool is a highlight and invites you to unwind.
Sebastian Jansen
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The house is located on a private street and is guarded day and night. It’s a beautiful house, tastefully decorated. The garden is lush. The swimming pool is a real plus.
Gérald Bertrand
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Villa Ndoto is the ultimate dream vacation home, a secret you almost want to keep to yourself and your friends because the place feels so timeless.
Amélie Vilar
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The most serene home away from home environment with natural beauty and endowed monkeys and baboons. The deep massage was affordable. Food was quite sumptuous and organic with natural taste.
Joseph Simon Ashers
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This house is extremely beautiful and in a very good location (you can walk to the beach or get a tuk tuk fast and cheap).
Ángela
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An amazing place, customer service top notch. Kudos to the whole team.
Benard Jillo
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5 star rating, for a reason.
Dagmawi Gashaw
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Super, very nice rooms, and in a serene and cool compound.
John Kagondu
Availability
Come and stay.
Tell us when, and how many of you. We will reply with a price and whether the house is free.
- villandoto252@gmail.com
- Where
- Villa Ndoto, Msitu Kwetu
Diani Beach, Kenya - The whole house
- Up to 8 guests, four en-suite bedrooms, private pool.