General

Old colonial style luxury villa on The Villas private estate set in natural bush gardens. 2 spacious double bedrooms en suite and the possibility of 2 single sofa-beds, fully modern equipped kitchen, double baths, AC, Satellite TV, DVD, Wi-Fi, safe, 14m x 12m shared swimming pool with child’s pool, hammocks, sunbeds, games, bar & bbq. The villa is built on solid ancient coral reef rock and is surrounded by a natural African paradise garden, full of wildflowers, game such as Dik-Dik antelopes and bush pigs, and a variety of colorful bird and butterfly species. Many animals come to drink at the watering hole or graze on the grass in front of the main veranda in the early mornings and evenings. Originally built in 1996 for an Englishman who worked for 20 years in the African bush, the decor is a mix of hunting lodge, traditional Zanzibari and rustic African styles, which all contribute to its unique atmosphere.

The villa layout is all on a single level with solid wooden floors elevated above the bush and gardens, with a large front veranda and walkways leading around the building to more private terraces set outside each bedroom. The whole building, including the terraces and verandas, is covered by a massive traditional makuti (coconut leaf) roof. The lounge, dining areas and open kitchen is fully furnished with a large dining table offering seating for six people, a bureau and chair, two large sofas/beds and a coffee table. There is satellite TV and a DVD player with a selection of DVDs, an iPod/MP3 player docking station and wireless internet available all over the building and estate. There are also games and books in the cupboards. The kitchen is well equipped with modern appliances, cutlery and tableware for six people. In the storeroom there is ample cupboard space and a large fridge freezer with ice cube maker. The veranda also features a second dining table for six people, large sofa and two big hammocks for total relaxation. In the garden you’ll find a small private bar area.

Both bedrooms can be accessed directly via the verandas outside and from the living room. They are stylishly decorated with unique antique and African art pieces, bedroom chairs, full-length wardrobes, and bedside tables and night reading lamps next to the beds. A traditional king-sized Zanzibari four-poster bed with quality mattress and mosquito net is the centerpiece of each room. Additionally there is a traditional mangrove pole ceiling with ceiling fan and split level air-conditioning. Each room has a large Zanzibari chest with padlock for your use as a safe. Towels and linen are included and are changed at your will by the housekeeper who can come every day if you so wish. The bedrooms boast spacious ensuite bathrooms with romantic sunken baths carved out of local terrazzo that can fit two people, hot and cold showers with large rain head and good water pressure, washbasins, mirrors, hairdryers, WCs and opening windows.

At the communal area in the center of estate, you are welcome to use the 14m x 12m swimming pool with built-in children’s pool of 3m x 7m and surrounding recreation area. You’ll find fully equipped barbeques, and cooking equipment and plates, shower, WC and changing room. The area also features a large dining table for 14 people, an honesty bar with fridge, lots of games and inflatable’s, darts and table tennis. The pool is surrounded by white sands on which there are tables and chairs, hammocks and plenty of sun loungers, as well as plenty of shaded areas with large makuti umbrellas. This is a fantastic place to relax and socialise.

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Fishing, Boat trips, Sailing, Diving, Snorkelling