LocationMatemwe is a quintessential Swahili fishing village featuring an open fish market, filled with the freshest of fish to serve up in the privacy of Kandili Villa. Its shoreline is dispersed with traditional stone housing and Ngalawa fishing boats bobbing in the crystal clear waters. You may even see clove farming and local women collecting seaweed along the shoreline. Matemwe is quieter a village than many in the north of the island and its people are extremely friendly and hospitable.Accommodation/RoomsIn secluded luxury, Kandili Villa combines the very best of contemporary design with traditional Zanzibari touches, to create a strikingly chic, yet comfortable four bedroom villa.Leading up from the kitchen, a beautiful floating staircase takes you up to the master suite, complete with two balconies, a contemporary style bath and Zanzibari furniture, including a romantic Swahili bed. The villa also includes three more Swahili inspired bedrooms, complete with modern en-suites and their own private decking areas ? one of which is set to the side of the villa itself to allow for additional privacy.Facilities/ServicesThe main house comprises of a wonderful, modern, fully equipped and open plan kitchen, leading down to a spacious and charming living area, perfect for relaxing in with a cup of refreshing lemongrass tea, while you enjoy the stunning view. From there you can enter out onto the shaded decking area where you will find stylish loungers for you to enjoy the Kaskazi (monsoon) breeze. The garden is beautifully planted with a range of indigenous flowering plants and features an infinity pool looking out onto the vast turquoise Indian Ocean. The spectacular view also features a wealth of elegant palms, the coral reef and to the north, Mnemba Island.Kandili villa is managed by a very professional and friendly management team. Other services include a chef, daily cleaning services, laundry, internet and airport transfers. Customised tours and excursions can be arranged by the manager.More...Nearby Mnemba Island Marine Conservation Area remains one of Africa?s most beautiful and exclusive islands. It boasts an array of butterflies, nesting turtles, Africa?s most endangered forest duiker and a spectacular variety of marine life.The location of the villa allows for swift access to the coral reef, and its nearby beach is perfect for walks at sunrise. The numerous rock pools will also keep younger visitors entertained. In Matemwe and on Mnemba island there are 5* PADI diving schools that offer a range of courses, superb dive trips and snorkelling excursions. You will also find kite surfing available in Matemwe.*Please note that rates are subject to change according to season & exchange rate fluctuations. The displayed rate is the low season from rate.