Sandarusi House sits directly above Tiwi Beach, a quiet and unspoilt stretch of Indian Ocean coastline known for its peace, natural beauty, and gentle atmosphere. Unlike many coastal homes set farther inland, Sandarusi opens straight onto the shoreline, offering uninterrupted ocean views, cooling sea breezes, and effortless access to the beach.
Built in a coastal Arab style, the house features wide verandahs, coral-stone walls, and generous airy rooms that stay naturally cool. Ancient baobabs surround the garden and pool, weaving the house gently into its coastal landscape. A dedicated team, including a skilled chef, cleaner, gardener/pool technician and caretaker, ensures guests can fully relax, with every meal prepared, every room cared for, and every detail quietly looked after. With six ensuite bedrooms, expansive communal areas, and a calm, secure environment, Sandarusi offers a rare, effortless kind of comfort that makes it perfect for families and groups seeking real rest, space, and privacy.
Many coastal houses are set far back from the shore, but at Sandarusi the experience is completely different. The house sits high above the water’s edge. Guests step out from the verandah, down the garden bath to the beach, surrounded by ocean light, sea breeze, and panoramic views throughout the day.
Fresh seafood from local fishers and seasonal fruit and vegetables from nearby farms are available daily. Long coastal walks, warm clear water, and quiet afternoons on the verandah create a slow, restorative rhythm that guests return to year after year.
Tiwi offers a rare kind of calm that is becoming harder to find along the Kenyan coast. The beach is peaceful throughout the day, with long stretches of soft sand, gentle waves, and a wonderfully undisturbed atmosphere. Guests can walk, swim, read, nap, and simply be present - without the busyness or interruptions often found in more developed beach destinations.
Where other beaches are lively, Tiwi stands out for its quiet. Days unfold slowly here: the sound of the ocean, the rustle of palms, the call of birds. It’s an ideal setting for families who want space, couples seeking privacy, or anyone looking for a restorative escape.
Tiwi is the kind of place where people rediscover rest. There are no noisy beach bars, no crowds, and no constant activity. Instead, guests enjoy time to breathe, reconnect with each other, and truly unwind — whether for a family holiday, a creative break, or a much-needed reset from busy life.
Guests enjoy a relaxed beach experience at their own pace. You can stroll along the shore, take a dip in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, explore the rock pools, or simply enjoy the tranquillity without being approached or disrupted. The freedom to enjoy the beach uninterrupted is one of the things visitors appreciate most about Tiwi.
The coastline here feels authentic and beautifully natural. At low tide, children can wander through shallow rock pools teeming with small fish and shells; at high tide, the beach becomes perfect for swimming. Native baobabs, coral shelves, and untouched stretches of sand give Tiwi a raw, unpolished beauty that is rare along more commercialised sections of the coast.
Although Tiwi offers seclusion and quiet, guests still have easy access to everything in Diani. Restaurants, cafés, supermarkets, water sports, and activities are only a short drive away. It’s the perfect balance: retreat when you want peace, and dip into the livelier scene when you feel like it.
