Alfajiri Villas, Diani Beach, near Mombasa, Kenya

Alfajiri Villas, described by Sarah Miller, Editor of Conde Nast Traveller as 'one of the most luxurious villas in the world'  are located on Diani beach one hour from Mombasa.  They are owned and hosted by Fabrizio Molinaro and his wife Marika.  Molinaro has spent the last 20 years in Kenya in the safari business and travelling the world for artifacts for the house.  Marika was in the fashion business and is now an interior designer.  The excellent staff speak English, Swahili and Italian and are unobtrusive.  The Cliff Villa, the Beach Villa and the Garden Villa are all overlooking the Indian Ocean, their unique position ensures privacy and stunning views and have meticulously maintained gardens.  Views from the superb swimming pools in all the properties merge the sea into the horizon.   The villas are bright and airy and beautifully decorated with artifacts from Africa and The Far East.     Fresh food is brought in twice daily to order from the beach and includes crab, prawns, lobster, octopus and sea fish. The food is healthy with a Mediterranean influence with oils, Parma ham and some cheeses flown in weekly from Europe. The salads and vegetables come daily from local farms and the fruit is picked from trees and bushes around Diani. Menus can easily be adapted to suit the guests. No. of Bedrooms In each of the villas 8 guests can be accommodated in 4 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, there is a dining room, sitting room and a large veranda and pool.  Guests have exclusive use of their property, and children are very welcome. Activities Activities include relaxing, snorkelling, windsurfing, massage and reflexology.  Tennis, squash and a health club can be included at a nearby property, deep sea diving and fishing can be organised some 45 kms away and there is an 18 hole championship golf course 100 metres away.  Safaris can be organised from Alfajiri Villas. Prices Prices from £242.00 per person per night, including full board, wines, beers, house spirits, snorkelling, windsurfing, massages and transfer from Mombasa Airport. Find Similar Properties