A rare combination of attractions is found along the 2km near-empty sandy beach, lapped by the warm Indian Ocean. The balcony is the perfect place for relaxing, from early morning tea to sundowners at sunset. Chale Reefs is a comfortable, fully-staffed, family house situated on a vast white sandy beach in the far south of Kenya. Spend your days swimming in the sea or the pool, snorkelling, fishing, playing tennis, reading from the well-stocked shelves, bird watching and, if you are lucky, watching newly hatched turtles make their first dangerous journey down to the sea. Visit the colourful market in Msambweni, the traditional village down the beach and wonder at the shellfish, barracuda, snapper delivered to the door on a daily basis by local fishermen. Chale Reefs is a stunning setting for a memorable holiday which can be as active or as relaxing as you want.
Property manager
Judith Lindgren
Languages
English, French, Swahili
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Msambweni
Located in Msambweni, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Diani Beach and Shimba Hills National Reserve. Scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
Msambweni, South Coast
What's nearby
Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest - 21 min drive - 15.4 km
Diani Beach - 28 min drive - 17.9 km
Chale Beach - 31 min drive - 17.6 km
Galu Kinondo - 35 min drive - 20.1 km
Tiwi Beach - 35 min drive - 32.3 km
Getting around
Ukunda (UKA) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Chapateria - 26 min drive
Galana Bar - 25 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beach Front House, Msambweni, Kenya South Coast have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Beach Front House, Msambweni, Kenya South Coast pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Beach Front House, Msambweni, Kenya South Coast located?
Nestled on the beach, this Msambweni holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Funzi Beach, Diani Beach and Chale Beach. Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We stayed as a couple over Xmas with a friend joining us for New year. It is a lovely home and the staff are all very friendly and helpful. Judith is a great host very helpful with lots of little details. We had a fantastic stay and would not hesitate to recommend.
No words can describe the charm and beauty of Chale Reefs, the pictures on the website do not do it justice. The house is large and spacious with stunning views over the gardens and the sea. The beach literally feels like an extension of the garden, and is nearly always totally empty. The staff were excellent, helpful and friendly and Bakari could not do enough to help and show us around the local villages.
The pool and tennis court are great and there is a great book selection around the house.
It is the perfect place to unwind and relax, with lots of area's to sit both inside the house, on the balcony and outside.
The bathrooms are quite old and the water pressure unpredictable but overall the house has a charm that is impossible to describe unless you actually stay there. we would definitely think of going back in the future.
dalia Kramer k.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
richard m.
31 December 2018
Very tranquil - loved it!!
We had 7 glorious days at Chale Reefs. The staff were all excellent and the cook - Wima - prepared some amazing meals. We walked along the beach in the mornings, swam in the ocean and the pool. Read a lot and generally did not a lot and we both feel better for it. A walk along the beach to the village is well worth the effort to see the friendly locals in their own environment. Would we go again? Of course we would!!!
richard m.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
About the host
Hosted by Judith Lindgren
When the owner retired from an international company in 1986, after 20 years of living in Kenya, the family wanted to retain a connection with this wonderful country and its people. By chance they came upon Msambweni and were at once taken by its relative remoteness and lack of tourist development. The beach was very uncrowded then and remains so now. The whole family was excited by the idea of building a house on the beach and the house was completed in 1988. Chale Reefs is regularly visited by the family, including the five grandchildren, who now live in the UK. We support village efforts particularly the voluntary Msambweni Orphans Programme and an educational charity set up by our daughter (www.etatu.org.uk)
Why they chose this property
The beauty and peace of the beach and the friendliness of the people and the staff at Chale Reefs.
What makes this property unique
The beach, the people, the family-friendly facilities, the tennis court and pool, the air conditioning in one room, the fresh fish from the sea.