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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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10/10 over 9 reviews

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USD 550

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The Old Lady at the Sea

Located on the beach in Galle fort, Galle and surroundings. The Old Lady at the Sea is a balinese villa in Sri Lanka.

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The Teak House - South and South East Sri Lanka villa The Teak House The Teak House photo 3 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 4 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 5 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 6 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 7 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 8 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 9 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 10 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 11 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas The Teak House photo 12 - South and South East Sri Lanka villas
9.1/10 over 9 reviews

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USD 303

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The Teak House

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

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USD 450

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South Point Abbey

Located on the beach in Talpe, Galle and surroundings. South Point Abbey is a colonial style villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 265

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The Petals

Located in the countryside in Unawatuna, Galle and surroundings. The Petals is a contemporary 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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10/10 over 9 reviews

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USD 330

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The Well House

Located near the beach in Talpe, Galle and surroundings. The Well House is a colonial style villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 272

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Taru Villas - Rock Villa

Located near the beach in Bentota, Colombo and South West. Taru Villas - Rock Villa is a colonial style villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 272

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Taru Villas - Lighthouse Street

Located in the city in Galle fort, Galle and surroundings. Taru Villas - Lighthouse Street is a colonial style villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 113

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Taru Villas - Lake Lodge

Located in the city in Colombo, Colombo and South West. Taru Villas - Lake Lodge is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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10/10 over 3 reviews

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USD 229

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

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USD 600

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Araliya

Located on the beach in Bentota, Colombo and South West. Araliya is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 1,650

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Sri Villas

Located on the beach in Bentota, Colombo and South West. Sri Villas is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 412

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Taru Villas - 906

Located on the beach in Hikkaduwa, Galle and surroundings. Taru Villas - 906 is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 1,500

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Sisindu T

Located in the countryside in Talpe, Galle and surroundings. Sisindu T is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 770

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Villa Victoria

Located on the beach in Talpe, Galle and surroundings. Villa Victoria is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 473

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Koggala House

Located in the countryside in Koggala, Koggala Lake and surroundings. Koggala House is a contemporary villa in Sri Lanka.

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9.3/10 over 9 reviews

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USD 275

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Lumbini Lagoon

Located near the beach in Koggala, Koggala Lake and surroundings. Lumbini Lagoon is a tropical villa in Sri Lanka.

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USD 850

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South Point Ocean Villa

Located on the beach in Talpe, Galle and surroundings. South Point Ocean Villa 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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Haldummula Estate Bungalow - Kandy and Hill country villa Haldummula Estate Bungalow Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 3 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 4 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 5 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 6 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 7 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 8 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 9 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 10 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 11 - Kandy and Hill country villas Haldummula Estate Bungalow photo 12 - Kandy and Hill country villas

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USD 200

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Haldummula Estate Bungalow

Located in the mountains in Kandy, Kandy and Hill country. Haldummula Estate Bungalow is a tropical 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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