Set on ten-mile long Diani Beach, considered by most to be the best in Kenya, exclusive beach villas, all with private pool, ooze ethnic chic each replete with local fabrics and artefacts sourced by co-owner Marica Molinara on her travels through India and Morocco. Choose the four-bedroom Cliff Villa for elevated ocean views from the large veranda, or the Garden Villa for its lush rolling lawn down to the beach – ideal for larger families. In the romantic Beach Villa with its high makuti roof, two double rooms and one twin provide airy living close to the murmur of breaking waves.

All meals, a generous selection of wines and spirits, daily massages and a driver on demand are included. Nannies are on hand for children up to 16 years; activities range from reef snorkelling to dhow excursions and nearby golf. Popular to twin with a safari in the Maasai Mara; direct flights operate daily.