Address

Diani Beach Road, Diani Beach, Coast, Kenya

Accommodation & Outdoor Amenities

Bedrooms:

Galu Kinondo Beach House has five double en-suite bedrooms. Three bedrooms are located on the first floor and two on the ground floor, two bedrooms have their own balcony areas which allows you to enjoy a full view of the clear blue Indian Ocean. All bedrooms are equipped with mosquito nets, clean bed linen and towels.

Kitchen:

Fully equipped with modern appliances including a cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, kettle, and all utensils.

Lounge:

The circular lounge is approximately 14 metres diameter with a high ceiling which features a Lamu-style dhow boat. There is also a dhow-style lounge bar with seating and antique Lamu beds which all promise a comfortable stay.

Garden:

A very large private pool with a child’s pool is available to enjoy by all guests. The landscaped garden has a portable barbeque grill and a 12-seater dining table by the pool side which is perfect for entertaining guests during your stay. Two of the seven Lamu beds and six sun beds with side tables surround the pool. Two hammocks hang from the ebony trees for when you want to relax under the African sunshine, stars and feel the cool sea breeze. Table tennis and a dart board are both available for entertainment. The beach house fronts on to an exquisite secluded white sandy beach.

Local Amenities and Activities

A vibrant, intimate little paradise on the quiet shores of the Indian Ocean just south of Mombasa in beautiful Kenya.
Incorporating Tiwi Beach, Galu Beach, Chale Island, Funzi Island, Msambweni and Kinondo.

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Check in / Check out times

Check in 11:00 hours

Check out 10:00 hours

Airports / Sea Ports / Other Transport

To the international airport port 40 KM, sea port is 35KM and to domestic airport is 10KM

Driving directions (from airport or sea port)

Driving from the airport and from the sea port you go north

Policies & Disclaimers

VILLAS, APARTMENT HOUSES, AND COTTAGES RENTAL AGREEMENT AND CONTRACT

This Rental Agreement and Contract (the “Agreement”) is a legally binding agreement made and entered into as of the Reservation Date written below by and between the undersigned person(s) or company (the “Guest”) and the undersigned owner, manager or agent (“Rental Agent”), pursuant to which the Guest has agreed to rent the residence described below (the “Property”), for the duration of the Rental Term for the Total Rental Fee and other good and valuable consideration as described herein.

OCCUPANCY

Guest agrees that no more than [Max Guests] persons shall be permitted on the Property at any time during the Rental Term, all of whom shall comply with the conditions and restrictions imposed upon Guest under this Agreement.

CONDITION AND USE OF PROPERTY

The Property is provided in “as is” condition. Rental Agent shall use its best efforts to ensure the operation of all amenities in the Property, such as internet access, satellite or cable TV access or hot tubs, fireplaces as applicable.  Rental Agent shall not be held responsible for such items failure to work, but will make every effort to correct any issues as reported as quickly as possible.  Guest acknowledges that use of amenities such as hot tubs, pools, spas, fireplaces, decks, and the like may be potentially dangerous and involve potential risks if improperly used, particularly with regard to children and such use is at the Guest’s own risk. Guest shall use the Property for residential purposes only and in a careful manner to prevent any damage or loss to the Property and keep the Property in clean and sanitary condition at all times.  Guest and any additional permitted guests shall refrain from loud noise and shall not disturb, annoy, endanger, or inconvenience neighbors, nor shall Guest use the Property for any immoral, offensive or unlawful purposes, nor violate any law, association rules or ordinance, nor commit waste or nuisance on or about the Property.

DEFAULT

If Guest should fail to comply with the conditions and obligations of this Agreement, Guest shall surrender the Property, remove all Guest’s property and belongings and leave the Property in good order and free of damage.  No refund of any portion of the Total Rental Fee shall be made and if any legal action is necessary, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reimbursement from the other party for all costs incurred.

ASSIGNMENT OR SUBLEASE

Guest shall not assign or sublease the Property or permit the use of any portion of the Property by other persons who are not family members or guests of the Guest and included within the number of and as permitted occupants under this Agreement.

RISK OF LOSS AND INDEMNIFICATION

Guest agrees that all personal property, furnishings, personal affects and other items brought into the Property by Guest or their permitted guests and visitors shall be at the sole risk of Guest with regard to any theft, damage, destruction or other loss and Rental Agent shall not be responsible or liable for any reason whatsoever. Guest hereby covenants and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Rental Agent and their agents, owners, successors, employees and contractors from and against any costs, damages, liabilities, claims, legal fees and other actions for any damages, costs, attorneys fees incurred by Guest, permitted guests, visitors or agents, representatives or successors of Guest due to any claims relating to destruction of property or injury to persons or loss of life sustained by Guest or family and visitors of Guest in or about the Property and Guest expressly agrees to save and hold Rental Agent harmless in all such cases.

RELEASE

Guest hereby waives and releases any claims against Rental Agent, the Property owner and their successors, assigns, employees or representatives, officially or otherwise, for any injuries or death that may be sustained by Guest on or near or adjacent to the Property, including any common facilities, activities or amenities.  Guest agrees to use any such facilities or amenities entirely at the Guest’s own initiative, risk and responsibility.

ENTRY AND INSPECTION

Rental Agent reserves the right to enter the Property at reasonable times and with reasonable advance notice for the purposes of inspecting the Property or showing the Property to prospective purchasers, renters or other authorized persons.  If Rental Agent has a reasonable belief that there is imminent danger to any person or property, Rental Agent may enter the Property without advance notice.

UNAVAILABILITY OF PROPERTY

In the event the Property is not available for use during the Rental Term due to reasons, events or circumstances beyond the control of Rental Agent, Rental Agent will apply due diligence and good faith efforts to locate a replacement property that equals or exceeds the Property with respect to occupancy capacity, location and value that meets the reasonable satisfaction of the Guest.  If such replacement property cannot be found and made available, Rental Agent shall immediately return all payments made by the Guest, whereupon this Agreement shall be terminated and Guest and Rental Agent shall have no further obligations or liabilities in any manner pertaining to this Agreement.

ADDITIONAL TERMS TO THE RENAL AGREEMENT

In addition to the standard terms included herein, Guest acknowledges and agrees that the following additional terms and conditions apply to the Guest’s rental of the Property:

GENERAL PROVISIONS

This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties with regard to the rental of the Property, and any changes, amendments or modifications hereof shall be void unless the same are in writing and signed by both the Guest and the Rental Agent.  This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  The words “Rental Agent” and “Guest” shall include their respective heirs, successors, representatives.  The waiver or failure to enforce any breach or provision of this Agreement shall not be considered a waver of that or any other provision in any subsequent breach thereof.  If any provision herein is held invalid, the remainder of the Agreement shall not be affected.  Any notice required to be given under this Agreement shall be in writing and sent to the contact information included herein.  This Agreement may be signed in one or more counterparts, each of which is an original, but taken together constitute one in the same instrument.  Execution of a digital signature shall be deemed a valid signature.

RESERVATION, MODE OF PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY FOR ALL OUR TOP AFRICA SAFARIS SERVICES

You will be invoiced upon making a reservation confirmation which may be done by either sending a confirmation reservation voucher or by sending confirmation reservation email and then payment becomes due.

The transfer bank details shall be given out promptly after making the reservation and payment becoming due. ALL ABROAD BANK CHARGES INCURRED IN SENDING THE PAYMENT TO TOP AFRICA SAFARIS LTD ACCOUNT IS ENTIRELY THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CLIENTS.  Notwithstanding any prior confirmation arrangements, the right is reserved not to execute tours if payment has not been received in accordance with the foregoing.  

CANCELLATION POLICY SUMMARY;

·         Guests will receive their full refundable deposit as below;

·         A 50% refund of their paid rental costs if they cancel at least eight weeks BEFORE the start of their reservation; or

·         A 0% refund of their paid rental costs if they cancel at least eight weeks AFTER the start of their reservation.

·         Guests are also strongly advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance cover for any third party services included in their holiday.

CANCELLATION DUE TO INSECURITY OR ANY OTHER UNPREDICTABLE CALAMITIES

·         In the event whereby the clients want to change or cancel the holiday as a result of insecurity, the above cancellation policy shall apply. However, they could change the holiday to a different destination within Top Africa Safaris operational reach whereby an equitable fee would be charged to cater up for rerouting costs, whichever is suitable.

·         Guests are also strongly advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance cover for any third party services included in their holiday.