Second Home: Private beach house with fabulous pool on Marine Conservancy | House in Vipingo
3 Bedroom House in Central Kenya Coast, Vipingo
Situated on a cliff at the north end of Kuruwitu Marine Conservancy, the house enjoys lovely views and gentle breezes. Tastefully furnished and comfortable. It has a mature garden and a fun sundowner deck just above the Indian Ocean. There is a gorgeous 12 x 6m infinity pool with a stunning pool house (see additional notes at the end). There is a cook, a housekeeper (and helper for bigger groups) and a groundsman and Maintenance man. The house has good security. Staff quarters can accommodate one extra if required. Direct beach access at low - mid tide. Steps to beach relatively steep for the elderly/infirm. Beach access at very high tide (for keen body surfers) or for elderly folk unable to manage the steps is only a few hundred metres down the road on the public access route.
The pool and beach: Kuruwitu Beach is one of the last unspoilt beaches on the Kenyan coast. Despite it being blissfully bare of people and beach boys , it is secure as there are 'askari's' patrolling for the marine conservancy. It is also unusually clean as the conservancy oversee the picking up of the debris that is common along most coastlines. The snorkelling metres off the shore is incredible - coral heads mean an abundance of tropical fish as well as octopus and lobster. There is a glass bottom boat boat for hire. The conservancy also offer guided tours of the reef where there are even more wonderful snorkelling spots.
The infinity pool set in front of the house has a 'baby pool' section. The adjoining pool house is large and comfortable with a bar and drinks fridge as well as a living and dining area, a water feature and sunbeds. The terrace below with overflow pool is not safe for young or unaccompanied children.
The house: The master bedroom has its own sectioned off veranda as well as a nook with a TV with an amazon firestick. Laptops can also be hooked up to play movies and there is a DVD player. The master and 2nd bedroom have 6' beds. The 3rd bedroom has 2 single beds (which can be made into a comfortable double with a good mattress topper) and a bunk bed. All bedrooms have air-conditioning and standing fans in case of preference. All bedrooms are ensuite with large bathrooms with showers.
The house runs on solar with back up on main line electricity as well as a small generator.
There is starlink wifi available in the house with an extension at the pool house.
The sitting/dining area is big and very airy with good security wrought iron all around. It is tastefully furnished in a coastal style with wooden overhead fans and 'lamu beds' as sofa's. There are many novels in the bookshelf that can be borrowed during your stay.
The kitchen is relatively small compared to the rest of the house and is manned by Reuben who is a competent cook specialising in seafood, curries and swahili style cooking, but with a large repertoire of many dishes. Pili is the housekeeper and takes care of the laundry and general cleaning. Karisa is in charge of the pool, garden and general maintenance. If you wish to cook yourself may I suggest that you ask Reuben to equip the small kitchen area at the poolhouse. There is a 4 ring gas cooker there. We do not keep pots and pans there as they degenerate in the sea air, but can easily be brought down if you fancy cooking yourself. There is also a barbeque by the poolhouse.
Shopping can be ordered and delivered from Kilifi or Vipingo if you don't want to go yourself.
Activities: If you can bear to drag yourself away from the fabulous pool and beach - the Vipingo Ridge golf course is less than a 10 minute drive away. Kilifi which has supermarkets and a bustling little town is a 25 minute drive away to the North. Wonderful Dhow trips can be taken up the creek here, particularly good at sunset. There are several lovely restaurants there. Diving is available at the famous Mnarani Club. There is also sailing and water-ski-ing available at the picturesque boatyard. Malindi and Watamu are just over a one hour drive Northwards.
The Bamburi Nature trail is 35 minutes from the house as is Nyali and the City Mall shopping centre. Old town Mombasa (Fort Jesus etc) is approx 45 minutes drive depending on the traffic. At present the road to Nyali is not great as they are building a dual carriageway that seems to be taking forever!
Additional notes: Neem Tree is a laid back house with lovely staff. However, we have taken trouble to furnish it nicely and there are a lot of personal touches which we expect people to respect. Allowing children to spoil games, play on the darts board and sit on furniture in wet costumes will impact the enjoyment for the next guest. We also are very conscious of the environment and do not allow plastic straws in the house and ask guests to minimise use of plastic, electricity etc where possible. Please respect the sea and the beach - never leaving litter behind or picking up shells or destroying marine life.
Reuben is an excellent but not a terribly speedy cook and it is wise to keep your menu plans relatively simple and give him plenty of notice. He is not a cordon bleu chef, so please do not expect 3 courses at every meal unless you are prepared to help him in the kitchen particularly if you are with a large group.
Tipping of staff is expected and guidance on amount is provided in the information given when booked.
This 3 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Bedding/Linens, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 3 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Central Kenya Coast. Enjoy your stay in Central Kenya Coast at this House.
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Amenities
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip parties and events are allowed on site safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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
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FAQ's
Is this property pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, this Central Kenya Coast house has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in property?
Best-rates for the Central Kenya Coast house starts from $254 per night with includes Parking, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Heating, Internet, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, Wellness Facilities, Laundry, Bedding/Linens, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, View, Private Pool, Accessibility, Pool, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Entertainment with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is property a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Central Kenya Coast house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Central Kenya Coast house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for property?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
