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From the entrance hallway your eyes are led through a series of archways to the walled courtyard garden beyond, which is the focal point of this spacious home. Featuring a shimmering swimming pool with jacuzzi jets fringed by a grassy lawn it’s overlooked by a frangipani tree brimming with bright white blossoms that gently fall and confetti the pool. Despite its intimate size, birds congregate in the garden, especially the iridescent blue kingfishers that can often be seen diving into the turquoise water of the swimming pool for a cooling dip.
Indoors, the house’s exposed timber ceilings, doorways peeled to reveal layers of paint and surprisingly thick walls unmistakeably reflect the Dutch origins of this eighteenth century home, which is one of the oldest in the fort. The owner’s collection of Asian artwork, antiques and photographs personalise the house, which feels much like a studio thanks to its minimalist interiors, high ceilings, stark white walls and numerous skylights. Specialist magazines on interiors, photography and travel add to this aura and lend an artistic feel to the house.
The house has three bedrooms; two on the ground floor (a double and a
twin) either side of the front door and a first floor master bedroom with king size bed. Room sizes are similar although the ground floor bedrooms have a more open-plan design whilst the master bedroom benefits from views over the courtyard garden. Also on the first floor is a lovely rooftop sun deck that’s perfect for catching the day’s rays.
A staff of two – one of whom can stay overnight if you wish – deal with guest requests, including shopping for groceries and cooking meals. The fort is right on your doorstep, so this house makes a good base for families with older children as well as groups of friends.
Distances
- International Airport
- 147 KM
- Hikkaduwa
- 17 KM
- Mirissa
- 35 KM
- Matara
- 40 KM
- Tangalle
- 82 KM
- Colombo
- 117 KM
- Galle
- 0 KM
- Unawatuna
- 5 KM
- Dalawella
- 7 KM
- Thalpe
- 8 KM
December 16th, 2012 - December 22nd, 2012
“Fantastic staff. All our needs met to beyond our expectations. Kusal is the BEST chef! High quality service given in a friendly and welcoming manner. ”
- HA, Australia
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Sleeping Capacity: | 6 |
| Location: | South Coast |
Bedrooms setup |
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| • Master Bedroom | King |
| • Bedroom 2 | Double |
| • Bedroom 3 | Twin |
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Key Amenities
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Apsara |
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Set on the banks of the shimmering Bentota River, Apsara is a beautifully finished 3-bedroom villa just five-minutes from the beach. An excellent staff team plus top chef attend to all your needs so you can relax by the pool, savour the aquatic views and enjoy the villa’s luxurious facilities. |
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Sri Villas - Araliya (Villa Three) |
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The largest of Sri Villas’ trio of contemporary beachside holiday homes that share a big, sunset-view swimming pool and tropical garden, 4-bedroomed Araliya is fully-staffed and great for one or two families. If booked in conjunction with its two neighbouring villas it’s also an excellent choice for extended groups. |
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Sri Villas - Nisala (Villa Two) |
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Nisala shares a big pool and beachfront garden plus spectacular sunset views with its sister Sri Villa properties. Fully-staffed, it has expansive living and dining space plus two serene sea-view suites. A great family holiday home or, if all three villas are booked together, an excellent choice for extended groups. |
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Sri Villas - Sagara (Villa One) |
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Out of Sri Villas’ trio of contemporary beachside holiday homes that share a large pool, tropical garden and spectacular sunset views, fully-staffed Sagara is the most suitable for couples and friends. If booked in conjunction with the other two villas it is also an excellent choice for larger groups. |
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Sri Villas |
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Sri Villas, a fully-staffed trio of boutique seaside properties, share a tropical garden, a large swimming pool and direct beach access. Sleeping 18 in total, these villas are perfect for large groups and for entertaining. Each is fully self-contained with its own living areas, dining space and kitchen. |
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Villa Republic Bentota |
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This 5-bedroom riverside villa in the west coast water sports resort of Bentota celebrates cultural revolutionaries in both name and décor. Furnished with striking oriental pieces set within elegant open-plan living areas, this staffed family friendly villa with swimming pool, garden and private jetty is five minutes from the beach. |
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