Set on a quiet stretch of beach, with the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean at your feet, this one-bedroomed villa is full of life and character. Owned by Henri Tatham, the charismatic manager of The Sun House in Galle, Kikili has been cleverly designed with a simple layout and vibrant and bright interiors. The villa is ideal for young couples seeking a romantic beach escape. There is no swimming pool in the garden but the sea is just a few footsteps away. The location is ideal for those wanting to dip in and out of Galle’s bohemian social scene.

Accommodation
Kikili consists of one airconditioned bedroom with ensuite bathroom separated from the lounge area by a curtain divider. The lounge has a comfortable day bed that can be used for a child. The lounge opens out to a verandah and a garden with beautiful views of the sea and stilt fisherman at a distance. A thatched cabana in the garden serves as a dining area serviced by the small kitchenette indoors. The villa is staffed with a full time cook/house boy who is very helpful and will take you to the local market to purchase fresh seafood, fruit and vegetables.

Facilities
Although Kikili has direct access to the beach, for safe swimming a short walk along the sandy beach takes you to a reef protected lagoon. Surfing is ideal at Unawatuna, laden with small and rustic beach bar shacks; just a few minutes walk away. The historical town of Galle with its Dutch Fort, a UNESCO-protected World Heritage site and a melting pot of cultural influences, is just a 15-minute drive. With its well-preserved ramparts overlooking the cricket stadium, the grand old lighthouse staring into the Indian Ocean, the narrow streets, interesting restaurants and boutique hotels full of character, Galle Fort deserves hours of exploration. A boat ride on Koggala Lake with its many islands is another wonderful experience. Eagle Island with about 100 nesting Eagles, and other small islands with nesting parrots and a variety of bird species makes Koggala Lake a bird watchers delight. Experience the southern wilderness on a day’s excursion to the Yala National Park, home to numerous species of animals including elephant, deer and other mammals and abundant bird life.

Excursions
Although Kikili has direct access to the beach, for safe swimming – a short walk along the sandy beach takes you to a reef protected lagoon which is picture perfect.   Surfing is ideal at Unawatuna, laden with small and rustic beach bar shacks; just a few minutes walk away.  A boat ride on Koggala Lake with its many islands, is another wonderful experience just walking distance inland from the villa.  Eagle Island with about 100 nesting Eagles, and other small islands with nesting parrots and a variety of bird species makes Koggala Lake a bird watchers delight.  The historical town of Galle, with its Dutch Fort, a UNESCO-protected World Heritage site and a melting pot of cultural influences, is just a 15-minute drive.  With its well-preserved ramparts overlooking the cricket stadium, lighthouse staring into the Indian Ocean, narrow streets, interesting restaurants and boutique hotels full of character, Galle Fort deserves hours of exploration.   Experience the southern wilderness on a day’s excursion to the Yala wildlife sanctuary home to numerous species of animals including elephant, deer and other mammals and abundant bird life.