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Eats & Retreats features a curated portfolio of Sri Lanka private luxury villas & vacation rentals to rent for individuals, couples, friends, families & large group holidays. We work directly with property owners to guarantee the best price. We also provide a book-now service with a 72 hour free cancellation period.

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USD 800

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The Saffron House

Located with sea views in Dikwella, South and South East Sri Lanka. The Saffron House is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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Max Wadiya - Colombo and South West villa Max Wadiya Max Wadiya photo 3 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 4 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 5 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 6 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 7 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 8 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 9 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 10 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 11 - Colombo and South West villas Max Wadiya photo 12 - Colombo and South West villas

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USD 300

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Max Wadiya

Located on the beach in Bentota, Colombo and South West. Max Wadiya is a colonial style villa in Sri Lanka.

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Stow House - South and South East Sri Lanka villa Stow House Stow House photo 3 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 4 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 5 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 6 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 7 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 8 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 9 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 10 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 11 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas Stow House photo 12 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas

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USD 495

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Stow House

Located with sea views in Dikwella, South and South East Sri Lanka. Stow House is a traditional villa in Sri Lanka.

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Elephant Palace - Koggala Lake and surroundings villa Elephant Palace Elephant Palace photo 3 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 4 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 5 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 6 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 7 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 8 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 9 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 10 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 11 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Elephant Palace photo 12 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas
10/10 over 9 reviews

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USD 500

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Elephant Palace

Located on the beach in Ahangama, Koggala Lake and surroundings. Elephant Palace is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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South Point Cottage - Galle and surroundings villa South Point Cottage South Point Cottage photo 3 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 4 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 5 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 6 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 7 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 8 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 9 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 10 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 11 - Galle and surroundings villas South Point Cottage photo 12 - Galle and surroundings villas

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USD 250

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South Point Cottage

Located in the countryside in Talpe, Galle and surroundings. South Point Cottage is a traditional villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 800

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Kabalana House

Located on the beach in Ahangama, Koggala Lake and surroundings. Kabalana House is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 550

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South Point Beach Villa

Located on the beach in Talpe, Galle and surroundings. South Point Beach Villa is a traditional villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 575

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Villa Saffron & Blue

Located on the beach in Bentota, Colombo and South West. Villa Saffron & Blue is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 550

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Sharavi Beach Villas

Located on the beach in Mirissa, South and South East Sri Lanka. Sharavi Beach Villas is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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10/10 over 9 reviews

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USD 491

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Walatta House

Located with sea views in Tangalle, South and South East Sri Lanka. Walatta House is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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Villa Sepalika - Galle and surroundings villa Villa Sepalika Villa Sepalika photo 3 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 4 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 5 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 6 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 7 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 8 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 9 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 10 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 11 - Galle and surroundings villas Villa Sepalika photo 12 - Galle and surroundings villas
10/10 over 3 reviews

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USD 239

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Villa Sepalika

Located near the beach in Hikkaduwa, Galle and surroundings. Villa Sepalika is a colonial style villa in Sri Lanka.

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Kumara Villa - Koggala Lake and surroundings villa Kumara Villa Kumara Villa photo 3 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 4 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 5 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 6 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 7 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 8 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 9 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 10 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 11 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas Kumara Villa photo 12 - Koggala Lake and surroundings villas
10/10 over 9 reviews

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USD 4

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Kumara Villa

Located near the beach in Weligama Bay, Koggala Lake and surroundings. Kumara Villa is a traditional villa in Sri Lanka.

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Weir House - Kandy and Hill country villa Weir House Weir House photo 3 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 4 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 5 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 6 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 7 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 8 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 9 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 10 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 11 - Kandy and Hill country villas Weir House photo 12 - Kandy and Hill country villas

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USD 148

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Weir House

Located in the mountains in Ulapane, Kandy and Hill country. Weir House is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 459

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Red Cliffs

Located with sea views in Weligama Bay, Koggala Lake and surroundings. Red Cliffs is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 437

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Mandalay Villa

Located lakeside in Koggala, Koggala Lake and surroundings. Mandalay Villa is a traditional villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 3

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Wetakeiya House

Located with sea views in Dikwella, South and South East Sri Lanka. Wetakeiya House is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 280

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Kadju House

Located with sea views in Tangalle, South and South East Sri Lanka. Kadju House is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 500

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Kimbulagala Watte

Located in the countryside in Talpe, Galle and surroundings. Kimbulagala Watte is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 357

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Saldana

Located with sea views in Habaraduwa, Galle and surroundings. Saldana is a colonial style villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 235

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Hikkaduwa

Located in the countryside in Hikkaduwa, Galle and surroundings. Hikkaduwa is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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Sensational Sri Lanka

An ancient kingdom with unique culture and arts, peaceful highland retreats, and stunning biodiversity.

Dubbed 'The Pearl of the Indian Ocean' for its natural beauty, Sri Lanka's most famous expatriate resident, author Sir Authur C. Clarke, once remarked that the island nation was the best place in the world from which to view the universe. 

The country has one of the longest documented histories in the world spanning three millennium.  Whether it is the ruins of ancient capitals, unique culture and arts, or peaceful highland retreats that attract you to the country, Sri Lanka is a gem of a journey waiting to be made.

Interesting Facts about Sri Lanka:

  • One of Sri Lanka's first written references appeared in the epic Ramayana as 'Lanka', a place created by the divine sculptor for the treasurer of the Gods.
  • Known by many names throughout the ages, the Arabs once referred to the island as Serendib, from which the word serendipity is reputed to originate.  
  • Cinnamon, a plant native to the country, has been a highly prized spice since ancient antiquity and deemed too expensive to be used on common funeral pyres.  Emperor Nero however is said to have burned a year's worth for his wife's funeral in 65 AD.
  • Sir Thomas Lipton, whose name would come to be immortalised on yellow tea bag tags the world over, bought his first Ceylonian estate in Haputale.
  • Galle's Dutch Fort is the largest fortress in Asia.

History of Tea & Cinnamon

Laying in the path of the major sea routes criss crossing the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka was an ancient trading post frequented by merchant ships from exotic lands.Despite influences from its Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial past, the country has managed to retain much of its unique sense of self.

The quality of cinnamon and Ceylon tea, called after the country's British crown colonial name, are both recognised by connoisseurs worldwide as being the highest grade available.Both plants are still widely cultivated on the island, with some sprawling estates opening up their gates to the public for visitors to learn about the history and experience the traditions behind the island's most well known crops.

Spiritual Attractions

Sri Lanka boasts numerous Buddhist temples, Muslim mosques, Hindu temples, and Catholic churches spread throughout the island.

A country steeped in faith, Buddhists here observe Poya Days, fasting days which fall on the full moon of every month. On this day, most shops and businesses are closed, and the sale of meat and alcohol is forbidden. The focal point of Buddhism on the island is Sri Dalada Maligawa - Temple of the Tooth - located in the central province of Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the spiritual heart of the country.

The royal palace complex which houses the temple also features many other attractions including the National Museum of Kandy. For visitors seeking a deeper understanding of the religion, monasteries and meditation centres around the country offer courses in meditation and classes in Buddhism. 

National Parks

The teardrop-shaped island is home to cornucopian biodiversity protected in over 20 national parks, with a third of the country covered in forests or designated as reserves.

Herds of elephant, deer, and peacock call Yala National Park, the country's largest, their home. In the north east, Wilpattu National Park preserves the wetland habitats of many water birds such as storks, pelicans, spoonbills and ibis.

For animal lovers, wildlife safaris in Sri Lanka offer an up close and personal experience to observe the eighty-some mammals that roam the reserves, including solitary leopards, potbellied langur monkeys, and tame sloth bears. 

Marine Sanctuaries

The country's two marine sanctuaries, Hikkaduwa National Park in the southern province and Pigeon Island, off the coast of Nilaveli in the eastern province, are popular dive sites for Cousteau-ians, with colourful coral reef fringes and regular sightings of dugongs, sea turtles, and blacktip reef sharks.

If walking or driving just isn't good enough, a ride in a hot air balloon is a different way to see Sri Lanka, floating past verdant rolling hills, towering waterfalls, and frothy river rapids, with the magical Indian Ocean sparkling in the distance.

Villa Holidays in Sri Lanka

A holiday in Sri Lanka allows visitors to explore the country's varied attractions, from colonial heritage cities to archeological sites and natural magnificence.  Holidaying in a Ceylonian villa lets travellers experience a culture that is thousands of years old during the day, and return in the evenings to a luxury residence with all the comforts of the modern world to recharge for another day of enchanting adventures ahead.

Travel & Transport

Flights from many European and Asian countries land at Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayaka, 22 kilometres north of Colombo.  A seaplane service offers a bird's eye view of the island while transporting its guests to a handful of popular destinations such as Nuwara Eliya, Kandy, and Galle, most of the time landing on picturesque lakes.

Sri Lanka Top 5 Travel Tips [Bucket List]

1.  Train of Thought

The best way to see the country's breathtaking landscapes is on its railway tracks.  The 300km route from Colombo to Badulla is one of the most scenic train journeys in the world, passing paddy fields, valleys, tunnels, rivers, and verdant tea country.  Book the special first-class observatory carriage in advance to take in the best views through full windows.

2.  Bud and Two Leaves

Sri Lanka is one of the world's largest exporters of tea.  Visit the tea factory in Dambatenne plantation, Sir Thomas Lipton's favourite home in Sri Lanka, and enjoy the panoramic vistas from 6,450 ft above sea level from "Lipton's Seat".

3.  Sun, Moon, Star

Galle, the capital of the southern province, is a place of historical significance. The UNESCO World Monument Site of the 17th century Dutch Fort boasts three bastions named after celestial objects.  Close by is Unawatuna, a beautiful beach famed for its underwater biodiversity, perfect for snorkelling and diving.

4.  Adam's Triple Gem

Climb Adam's Peak in central Sri Lanka with the sacred footprint near the summit.  Start at night to reach the top by dawn, and witness a strange natural phenomena of a perfectly triangular shadow on the surrounding plains.  During pilgrimage season, all-night stalls and teashops offer rest stops and the illuminated steps up the mountain make for easier climbing.

5.  Prêt-à-Pettah

Wander through a maze of narrow cobbled alleys lined with street stalls in Pettah Market, Colombo.  The bustling bazaar is crammed with an amazing range of goods, from spices to gold and colonial antiquities to and clothes.  A former Dutch governor's home is now a converted museum, and Sea Street on the northeast corner is a fascinating neighbourhood with gold merchants' work shops and and colourful temples.

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