The Garden House

Set in an acre and a half of lush tropical gardens with a large infinity edge swimming pool, overlooking coloured paddy fields. The Garden House is a haven of hospitality in this little known part of Southern Sri Lanka. It is within easy reach of the walled city of Galle, now listed as a world’s heritage site and close to the glorious beaches of the south coast. The 1870s, planter’s house has been carefully renovated and restored recently to provide a welcoming retreat which is luxurious yet informal.  The house was awarded the 2008 first place for “Personal house in Sri Lanka”

The emphasis is on relaxation with discrete but attentive service. The whole house can be rented as a private villa or the rooms and the garden cottage can be booked on an individual basis. The garden house is ideal for a family get together, a group of friends or any special events. Everything can be arranged to make your stay perfect, what ever the occasion.

The house comes fully staffed with experienced, English speaking housekeeper, cook and outdoor staff.  A full laundry service is available. Meals and drinks can be taken in the shade of the large, south facing veranda overlooking the gardens and paddy fields. Locally caught seafood with tropical fruits and vegetables are the ingredients of delicious and imaginative menus that change daily. Special diets can be catered for – just tell us what your requirements are and we will be pleased to adapt menus accordingly.

The Garden House is located in the unspoiled village of Ginigalla approximately ten kilometres outside Galle. The beaches of the Indian Ocean are just a ten minute drive away and the nearby airport of Koggala provides a regular air taxi service to and from Colombo. Transport can be provided from any point of arrival.