Matemwe Beach House

Matemwe, Zanzibar

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Stay at Matemwe Beach House

Matemwe Beach House is the perfect holiday home for a family or small group wanting a private slice of this beautiful coast line. Just a stones throw from the beach and Indian Ocean, enveloped in the Swahili culture, this self-contained house offers the chance for guests to experience this stretch of coast on their own terms. The sea breeze, rustling palm trees and gentle lapping of waves are a constant reminder of the stunning setting that this house is situated in.

The three bedroom traditional beach house sits just five paces from the beach and is accessed by a private path and gate. A private pool and deck offers great views over the beach and the sea. Two en-suite rooms are located on the ground floor, with a third on a mezzanine which is ideal for children. Guests are looked after by their own team of staff led by a Matemwe chef and butler who will ensure the food and experience at the Beach House is individually tailored to each family or group.

There is full butler service, so guests can remain tucked away in their house in complete isolation, or are able to wander over

to the main lodge for meals, drinks or other activities such as diving and snorkelling. Children over the age of 6 are welcome at Matemwe Lodge, unless the lodge is booked exclusively. Matemwe Beach House is always booked exclusively so children of all ages are welcome.

All meals at Matemwe Beach House are served at a time of your choice. There is no set menu, so you can simply decide each morning what your individual menu will be for the day. The chef will make suggestions depending on special deliveries and the catch of the day. The exceptional cuisine is a fusion of traditional Zanzibari and international flavours. Seafood is a speciality, and fresh fish is prepared on a daily basis.

The private bar in Matemwe Beach House is stocked with a variety of cool drinks, wines, beers and spirits; and should you require any drink not stocked in the bar, your butler will do his best to oblige.

Why we love it

Exclusive and private beach house perfect for a family or group
Your own private butler and chef to cater your every need
Peaceful location with a private slice of this beautiful coast line

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Facilities

Air conditioning

Internet

Private plunge pool

Massage and treatments available

Experiences

Snorkelling

Snorkel through the warm waters of the Indian Ocean to spot turtles and tropical fish, only five steps away from the beach house.

Reef Walk

With a coral reef right on the doorstep, head down to Matemwe beach at low tide to uncover the hidden treasures found in this unique coastal habitat.

Dhow Sailing Trip

A visit to Zanzibar would not be complete without a sailing trip on a traditional Swahili dhow, either for a picnic lunch or for a sunset cruise.

Stone Town

Take a trip back in time to the 19th century Stone Town and experience this unique cultural blending of Persian, Indian, African and Arabian influences.

Kayaking

Paddle out into the clear waters of the Indian Ocean straight from the beach house to fully experience the spectacular landscape and habitat that you are privy to.

Diving

Head to Mnemba Island to explore the unique coastal habitat of Zanzibar, where coral reefs are host to abundant tropical fishes and species of turtle.

Cooking Class

Bring home the special tastes and flavours of traditional Swahili cuisine with a cooking class designed to awaken your taste buds.

Prison Island

Set out to this historically rich island for a cultural tour or a visit to the Aldabra Tortoise Sanctuary to see these huge endangered species.

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