This 1870s bungalow has been carefully renovated and restored retaining the local architectural features of courtyards and verandahs, high ceilings and large airy rooms, all of which lets the outside in.  Plenty of fresh air and tropical sun makes the Garden House a comfortable and tranquil retreat.  The large covered terrace, overlooking the infinity pool and the paddy fields beyond, is perfect for hours of relaxation and peaceful contemplation.  There is also a comfortable Garden Cottage situated amidst tropical foliage overlooking the pool that can be rented separately.  The Garden House and the cottage can comfortably accommodate ten guests and is ideal for a families or friends traveling together.  It is also a perfect backdrop for a special event – a romantic wedding or an anniversary celebration: a place to create memories and come back to time and again.

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Accommodation
There are four ensuite double bedrooms in the main villa that can accommodate eight guests and one ensuite double room in the Cottage for two more guests.  Bookings are accepted for individual rooms or the entire villa and the Garden Cottage.   The rooms are well furnished and combine style with comfort.    Each of the rooms has their own private balconies with dramatic views of the gardens and paddy fields.  One bedroom is airconditoned while the other has overhead ceiling fans to keep the rooms cool and airy.  The floors are a mixture of cooling polished cement in the communal areas and original Jak wood boards in the bedrooms. The ensuite bathrooms have h/c water showers, sink and w/c.

• The Garden Room:  This ensuite double room has a private verandah with a garden, overhead ceiling fan as well as airconditioning.
  
• Allamanda & Araliya rooms:  Located on the first floor, these two double rooms have balconies and overhead fan.
  
• Hibiscus Suite:  This is a loft style high vaulted bedroom with overhead fan.  This suite has a living area and dressing room.
  
• The Garden Cottage:  This spacious open-plan, self-contained cottage has a large verandah overlooking the garden and swimming pool, a sitting room, ensuite double bedroom, dressing room and kitchen.  Overhead fans help to keep the cottage cool and airy.

Facilities
The tastefully furnished living room, study, and dining room are located on the ground floor, which opens out to the surrounding terraces and gardens.  Al fresco dining on the terrace overlooking the infinity pool is perfect for moonlit tropical nights.  If you prefer to do your own cooking, a well equipped kitchen with all the modern day conveniences is available, or you can choose to relax and let the in-house chef prepare tasty western dishes or Sri Lankan rice and curry using locally available fruit, vegetables and fresh sea food.  The gardens are filled with numerous varieties of fruits, flowers and numerous species of birds.  The Garden House is a place for restoring balance between your mind and body. Guided meditation, Yoga and Ayurveda massage are all offered for those interested in holistic health and well-being.  The villa comes fully staffed with an experienced English-speaking manager supported by a housekeeper, chef and outdoor staff who are all very helpful.

Excursions
Set in a rural village, this is an ideal location to experience village life.  Walk down the road and have a cup of tea at the corner boutique where you can also enjoy a king coconut while reading the daily newspapers.  Visit one of many serene Buddhist temples nearby.  15 kms away is the Dutch Fort in Galle with its well-preserved ramparts overlooking the cricket stadium, lighthouse and the narrow streets which contain an interesting array of antique shops, restaurants and boutique hotels. Visit the tea estates of Dandeniya with its low country tea plantations and factory. The tropical rainforest of Sinharajah makes for a fun day trip.  For beach lovers, there is Unawatuna, Weligama, Mirissa, and Tangalle – all beautiful Indian Ocean beaches ideal for sunbathers, swimmers, and surfers.  Snorkeling, diving and boating can be arranged.