Make a holiday rental property or accommodation on Kenya’s Coast, Africa your home away from home

The Kenyan Coast is a hidden piece of paradise, where the rich golden colour of the beaches compliments the dark blue of the sky and the green of the palm trees which provide the boundary between the beach and the mainland. All along the coast you can find unique symbols of European, African and Arabic cultures all of which make taking accommodation in Kenya’s coastal region even more atmospheric.

Things to do on holiday on the Kenya Coast

Safaris in Kenya are world famous, but you do not need to head deep into the countryside to see the best game. In fact, some of the largest wildlife reserves are in the coastal region, and if you are hoping to view some large game yet want to spend your holiday in Kenya in close proximity to the beach, you are in luck. The Tsavo National Park is a magnificent place to take a safari holiday in Kenya, allowing you to be back on the beach well before the end of the day.

It is the beaches which attract tourism to Kenya’s Coast. The golden, powdery sand which lines the coast stretches far into the horizon, backed by palm forests and lapped by the amazingly clear, warm waters of the Indian Ocean attract visitors in their droves. The beaches are not only a great place to sunbathe and relax, but the Indian Ocean also provides some of the best diving and snorkelling in the world. The marine parks of Watumu Bay, Malindi and Shimoni are home to completely unique habitats and animal species.

The waters of the Kenyan Coast are not fished commercially, meaning that fish can grow to extraordinary sizes. As a result, deep sea fishing for leisure has become famous as being quiet brilliant, and many people take accommodation in Kenya’s coastal region for this very reason.

The culturally orientated visitors to property in Kenya will be aware of the deserted ruins of Swahili coastal settlements which adorn the eastern coast of Kenya. Tourist information guides are very informative, meaning you can get a huge amount from a self-guided tour of Kenya’s ancient outposts.

Places to holiday on the Kenya Coast

Mombassa is Kenya’s oldest town, with a combination of ancient and modern. The twisting streets are filled with Arabic buildings, bazaars and antique shops, well worth visiting from accommodation in Kenya.

The two most famous beach resorts, Malindi and Watamu are brilliant places to take self catering property in Kenya as they not only boast magnificent beaches, but the coral reefs just off shore are teeming with aquatic wildlife, much to the delight of divers and those with a snorkel.

Climate of Kenya’s Coast

Average annual temperatures are an amazing 28˚C, with temperatures rarely dipping below 21˚C. In summer, (during our winter), temperatures reach an average of 32˚C, during which time, the beaches and coastal waters of the Indian Ocean are an essential part of a holiday in Kenyan accommodation.

Travel to Kenya’s Coast

The Moi International Airport in Mombassa (MBA) receives direct flights from Gatwick (LGW), Manchester (MAN) and East Midlands Airport (EMA), provided by First Choice and My Travel.

Self-catering holiday homes at the Kenya Coast

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Niro's Place: Exclusive Luxury Beach Villa with private pool

— Property 88025
Kenya Coast villa rental - Niro's Place in February 2009.
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 11,
Villa, 4 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet, beach, waterfront, air-conditioning
Rates - per property (GBP)
£1,282 - £2,051/week
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Kenya Coast house rental - Villa Soleil
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, near the sea, resort, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£49 - £74/night
£341 - £512/week
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Big villa with pool, exotic garden, 350 m from the dream like beach

— Property 502900
Kenya Coast house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5,
House, 3 Bathrooms, beach, near the sea, air-conditioning
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Kenya Coast cottage rental - Main villa
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, near the sea, rural, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£316 - £573/week
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Kenya Coast cottage rental - Main villa
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, near the sea, rural, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£291 - £496/week
Calendar Updated 23 Jun 2009

Property Review

For the first four days of our trip there was no hot water, and no electric witch meant any hot showers or hot food witch translates into additional cost that could have been avoided if the...
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Kenya Coast apartment rental
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, near the sea, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£154/week
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Kenya Coast villa rental - Main villa
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Villa, 1 Bathroom, near the sea, rural, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£368 - £667/week
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Niro's Paradise, a new luxury villa with private pool and jacuzzi

— Property 82948
Kenya Coast villa rental - Niro's Paradise in February 2009
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
Villa, 4 Bathrooms, beach, near the sea, air-conditioning
Rates - per property (GBP)
£1,282 - £2,051/week
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Kenya Coast villa rental - Villa Leopard
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Villa, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the sea, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£385 - £556/week
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4 Bedroom beach house on one of Africa's most beautiful beaches.

— Property 57499
Kenya Coast house rental - View of the house
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£128/night
£769 - £1,026/week
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Self Catering Cottages in South Coast of Kenya - Shimba cottage

— Property 8083
Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast cottage rental - Simba Cottage
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5,
Cottage, 2 Bathrooms, near the sea, resort, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£77 - £85/night
£444/week
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Kenya Coast villa rental
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Villa, 4 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet, beach, waterfront, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£316 - £1,316/night
£2,222 - £9,231/week
Calendar Updated 30 May 2009

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It has been my huge pleasure to stay at Kusini House several times - I just keep coming back and back to this absolutely wonderful house! Why? Because this must be the most peaceful, luxurious...
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Lovely inexpensive private cottages close to the beach

— Property 2107
Kenya Coast villa rental - Views of from outside the bungalow.
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Villa, 1 Bathroom, beach, rural, air-conditioning
Rates - per person (GBP)
£18 - £26/night
£108 - £156/week
Calendar Updated 29 May 2009

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I have many previous guests who are very happy to recommend my place . I am happy to forward her emails on request for serious clients only .
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Kenya Coast apartment rental
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Apartment, near the sea, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£154/week
Calendar Updated 9 May 2009

Property Review

my experience with turawa has been overwhelming!, my 1st time in kenya we rented out one apartment in that beautiful place, we suppose to stay for 1month, ended up extending one month more, and...
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Beautiful beach house with pool and tennis court

— Property 69473
Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast villa rental - Admiring the view
7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 18,
Villa, 6 Bathrooms, beach, air-conditioning
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A family home to rent in Shela Beach, Lamu Island, Kenya.

— Property 418423
Kenya Coast house rental - Waridi House
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 15,
House, 6 Bathrooms, beach, near the sea, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£1,496 - £2,692/week
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Self Catering Cottages in South Coast of Kenya - Tembo Cottage

— Property 8083
Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast cottage rental - Robinson island beach
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 3,
Cottage, 1 Bathroom, near the sea, resort, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£68 - £77/night
£402/week
Calendar Updated 28 Mar 2009

Property Review

wonderful place| we were 3 women and havent had any problems, very nice the cottage and the garden, wonderful all the workers, nice people, educated and always happy. the beach and the sea are...
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Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast villa rental - Baobab villa
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Villa, 6 Bathrooms, near the sea, resort, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£154 - £171/night
£897/week
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Self Catering Cottages in South Coast of Kenya - Mamba cottage

— Property 8083
Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast cottage rental - Shambani pool
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5,
Cottage, 4 Bathrooms, near the sea, resort, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£94 - £103/night
£513/week
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Bougain Villa, wonderful villa very near to the Indian Ocean

— Property 16315
Kenya Coast villa rental - View of house + swimming pool
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Villa, 1 Bathroom, near the sea, village, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£419 - £726/week
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Large villa with swimming pool right on the beach

— Property 505657
Kenya Coast villa rental - Swimming pool
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
Villa, 5 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet, beach, near the sea, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£1,197 - £1,538/week
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Topi Villa, affordable luxury on Kenya's southern coast

— Property 65447
Kenya Coast villa rental - Topi Villa
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Villa, 3 Bathrooms, near the sea, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£50 - £85/night
£350 - £800/week
Calendar Updated 6 Mar 2009

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The villa is beautifully decorated, clean and well maintained. It was a real pleasure to spend our week there. The location is peaceful and the beach is just a 10 minute walk away. Didn't really...
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Self Catering Cottages in South Coast of Kenya - Twiga cottage

— Property 8083
Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast cottage rental - Twiga Cottage
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2,
Cottage, 2 Bathrooms, near the sea, resort, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£60 - £68/night
£333/week
Calendar Updated 1 Mar 2009

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We spent two weeks at the Twiga cottage and loved it! The cottage itself was spacious and comfortable. The grounds and pool were really nice and for the most part we had the pool all to ourselves!...
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Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast villa rental - Flamboyant villa
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5,
Villa, 2 Bathrooms, near the sea, resort, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£128 - £145/night
£726/week
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Villa with 5 bedrooms, big swimmingpool, 5 minutes to the beach

— Property 517215
Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast villa rental
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
Villa, 5 Bathrooms, near the sea, resort, air-conditioning
Rates - per property (GBP)
£214 - £641/night
£1,496 - £4,487/week
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Beach House, Malindi, Kenya

— Property 412391
Kenya Coast house rental - view from the beach
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 4 Bathrooms, beach, waterfront, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£214 - £406/night
£1,282 - £2,564/week
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Beautiful villa with communal pool on Kenya's golden south coast

— Property 84287
Kenya Coast villa rental - Outside
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Villa, 2 Bathrooms, beach, village, air-conditioning
Calendar Updated 8 Dec 2008

Property Review

Coral Sea Villa is new to the rental market and we would welcome any feedback from guests.
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Golf Holiday Rental
Kenya Coast villa rental - great luxury villa with pool
5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Villa, 4 Bathrooms, beach, near the sea, garden
Rates - per property (GBP)
£1,197/week
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Unique : Your private luxury villa in a big compound on the beach

— Property 53538
Kenya Coast villa rental - Private villa 400m2 with its big swimming pool
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9,
Villa, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet, beach, waterfront, air-conditioning
Rates - per property (GBP)
£1,282 - £2,137/week
Calendar Updated 14 Sep 2007

Property Review

We spent a long week-end away of hectic Nairobi in this great place, and we simply loved it. Our daughters spent the entire stay in the warm pool, while we enjoyed the relaxed ambiance, the superb...
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2 Bedrooms/1 Bathroom House (Sleeps 4 beach, near the sea, garden, golf, starting at £34/night £248/week