Villa Kufika and Villa Kwako have favorable global listings as a private fenced location on Diani Beach Second Row. Villa Kwako sleeps up to 8 adults. Latest rating (2020) with HomeAway.com was 5 out of 5 Stars with high commendation by an Italian family: "...Perfect location, efficient and friendly staff, extremely cooperative and willing to assist. We really enjoyed our stay, the property ticked all our requirements..." A family of 5 from UK recently rated Villa Kwako at 4-Stars (out of 5 Stars) in HomeAway.com. Their comments: "Warm Kenyan Welcome and a lovely 6 nights staying at Villa Kwako. The house is in a good position for the Diani beach. The staff were extremely hospitable and could not do enough to help us. The swimming pool is kept clean and is a really good size; we used it two or three times every day as it was very hot and humid. " Another Booking.com group rated Villa Kwako at 10 out of 10. Best mark ... Excellent, perfect, the best. On Diani shoreline, Villa Kwako offers idyllic beach experience of a lifetime for holidays and water sports. As one of the most famous safari destinations in Africa, there's over 17km (10 miles) of white sand bordering the turquoise-colored Indian Ocean. On Diani Beach, about 5 kilometers away, the popular BoraBora Wildlife Paradise recreates Masai Mara wildlife next to Pinewood Resort. Villa Kwako is adjacent to the famed Al Manara Luxury resort and near Neptune. Trendy bars and restaurants line the shoreline. It offers upscale family or group packages privacy, safety, and comfort, and excellent staff assures all main services and amenities for a friendly stay. Great for Weekend Getaways. Own compound, own fence, walled for greater privacy: stunning garden features palms (windmill palms, ruffled fan palms, Christmas palms, coconut, etc), and exotic flowers- Plumerias, Cycads, Creeping Daisy, Exoras (red & yellow), Heliconias, flame-tree, etc. July to January offer the best months for skydiving, windsurfing, kite surfing, snorkeling, and jet skiing. From the sails-covered second-floor terrace of Villa Kwako, guests have breathtaking views of kite-surfers landing at the beachfront by the Ocean. Diani Beach also offers training for the sports. The Property Manager/Housekeeper caters to guests' needs and plan their stay, comfort, and departures. A dedicated and experienced Chef is available as an option, minimal charge (including barbecues at the "grilling hexagon" of the Gazebo). A gardener/pool attendant and a dedicated security guard keep the premises up to notch. The Property Manager registers guests and advises them on the facilities and the surroundings including Diani Beach swimming and sightseeing visits, neighborhood, and game parks. She arranges for shopping as needed. In a classy area, Villa Kwako lies is in the vicinity of renowned luxurious hotels, night-life and restaurants, and nature. Other amenities are entertainment places, nature walks. Ask for visits to Borabora Wildlife Paradise, the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park as well as famous islands in the area, such as Wasini and Funzi in the Shimoni locality. The Villa offers 4 secure and neat ensuite bedrooms/modern shower, WC and amenities. A fifth shower/ WC are located on the third-floor terrace, which offers scenic views of the ocean, sky and distant countryside. A common Lounge on the 1st Floor offers TV and internet working space. The second-floor terrace also offers spectacular views of sunsets over the Simba Hills range in the interior. It also offers star-gazing, sky views, views of Diani Beach skydivers descending over the Indian Ocean, etc. The Lounge space on the First floor , as well as the Second floor terrace and Gazebo are all popular for relaxation, cocktails, and sun-downers; the Second-floor terrace is covered with "Sails" of shade net while a part is open-air. The Villa offers a well-maintained and beautiful swimming pool with garden/pool lights, and a pool-side shower. A trendy poolside gazebo-cum-outside dining area invites garden and outdoor dining and cookout facilities. From a number of coconut trees in the compound, guests arriving are welcome to a glass of coconut juice, when the fruits are in season. Premises come with Free WiFi, 79-plus-Channel TV, chef (at a nominal charge of $10-20 per day) or self-catering (as options. Garden, pool and facilities and double security (own security on the premises and security of the gated community) are offered free. Villa Kwako is offered to rental parties of maximum 8 persons. There is a downstairs kitchen, 4 ensuite bedrooms each with a modern shower (cold/hot shower). A fifth shower/toilette is located in the terrace. A lounge/balcony features on the first floor while the roof terrace offers great views. The current standard rate is US$ 250 per night (average), for a maximum of 8 persons, taking up the entire premises. Over the 2020 High Season and a stay of 7 days, the base charge is $312 (average) per night. Call the owner to set your price, including Weekend Getaways. For stays of 28 days and over, a significant discount can be offered. Guests have free Wi-Fi. TV fees might apply. Parking is free, Free use of private swimming pool, use of washer/dryer machine (at nominal charges of $10 per full load), free services of Property Manager and Housekeeper, and Pool Attendant/Gardener who also acts as an optional guide to sightseeing and swimming in the sea at nearby Diani Beach. A group lower than 4 adults may pay pro-rated amounts. Children 12-14 pay half the price. Above 15 the full price. Children below 12 are free. Pay one total payment only for their overall stay. Both booking reservation plans cover the use of all the facilities and personal services of the Property Manager/Housekeeper, Gardener/Pool Attendant, and Security Guard. The two main shopping centers in the location (Chandarana and Shree Supermarkets) are well stocked. The pharmacies are within the nearby shopping areas and there are private hospitals and clinics. Walking is a pleasure. Transport is by taxi or the ubiquitous tuk-tuks for the fun-loving. The latter ply Diani Beach Road. DISTANCES IN THE AREA Distance to airports: Ukunda Airport (5 Km=10 mins. ) for flights of 1hr. to 1 hr. 15 mins to Nairobi- Wilson or JKIA, ; Mombasa's Moi Intern'l Airport is 50 km away from Diani. Distance to next shop, on modern roads: less than 1km. Nearby Bora Bora Wildlife Paradise and Shimba Hills (39.4km from Diani Beach) have all Masai Mara animals. Shimba Hills has Sheldrick Falls and spectacular panoramas. Another attraction to visit is the Diani Marine National Reserve. ARRIVAL & WELCOME Arrival day: any day as booked; welcomed on the same day by the Property Manager and Housekeeper THEME OF HOLIDAYS ◾Family or Group Retreat in a beautiful private villa with swimming pool and well-kept gardens, with 4 ensuite bedrooms tastefully furnished and serviced. The swimming pool is maintained to the highest standards and is fringed with sun-beds. Property Manager, Housekeeper, Chef (on demand) and support staff on premises, all cater to the needs of the guests. ◾Outside the residence, the area offers a great beach holiday and great outdoors, including surfing, kiting at the beach nearby ◾Cultural and sightseeing holidays can be arranged ◾Family holidays ◾Golf holidays ◾Relaxing holidays ◾Romantic holidays ◾Sport holidays Sport facilities nearby: Golf, Cycling, Fishing, Hiking, Surfing, Kiting, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Water ski Diving VILLA KWAKO AT A GLANCE The total number of sleeping facilities: 4 en-suites; all master-bedrooms have built in wardrobes. Villa sleeps maximum 8, and possible use of the terrace for roof-top sleeping on beddings and mattresses the Manager can arrange. Great swimming pool, beautiful gardens, a gazebo overlooking the pool for outdoor dining, and grilling space. BATHROOMS Modern hot-cold showers in each en-suite. WC(s) in each en-suite. EXTERNAL FACILITIES ◾Wi-Fi ◾First-floor Balcony for watching TV, movies, and relaxation ◾Car Park for 2 ◾Garden with palms and tropical flowers ◾Swimming Pool with Umbrellas, towels, sun-beds ◾2nd Floor Terrace with great views under the shade and also partly open-air. INTERNAL FACILITIES OF OBJECT ◾Wi-Fi; Safe MACHINES & EQUIPMENT ◾CD-player ◾DVD Player ◾TV ◾Washing machine KITCHEN FACILITIES ◾4 ring stove ◾Fridge/Freezer ◾Oven ◾Microwave ◾Toaster SERVICES *Property Manager and Housekeeper/service ◾Linen provided ◾Sunbeds ◾Towels provided CATERING Catering: Chef is provided at a charge Other ◾Handicapped: not specified ◾Seniors: suitable ◾Children: welcome ◾Pets; No facilities available: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Prices quoted valid for 8 persons, in family or group Minimum stay: 3 day(s) Weekend The price is for entire facilities and premises (Chef is extra), under Property Manager and Housekeeper, Gardener, Security Company etc.) The price includes room cleaning, pool cleaning, and service, daily housekeeping. Change of bed linen and towels upon request. Billing will be daily from the day of arrival, and all payments in advance. Upon request, the owner will send you a booking confirmation and you will confirm your booking and pay 50% deposit 15 days before arrival. The final payment is due before arrival. The booking fees will not be refunded in case of non-appearance. Electricity will be charged extra by the Property Manager. For your clothing we will offer you a special price for cleaning and ironing: 1 washing machine load = 15 USD (Sign a register and hand your washing to Housekeeper) Our Property Manager can also arrange your groceries shopping at a nominal charge. Upon request, the House Manager can do your shopping for your first breakfast. Guests may send shopping lists in advance.