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Learn to Surf in Dewata

Many of us have never experiences the magical moment of ‘Walking on Water’ as we learn to surf. 5 minutes from The Well House this experience quickly becomes reality. Skilled teachers at several surf schools provide lessons that allow you to experience the incredible freedom of surfing. Even if you have never tried it before.

Just a few minutes from the Well House, in the middle of an area that looks rundown and very basic are hidden gems – tiny cafes that jut onto the beach sand. Scattered along this area are several excellent surfboard hire/learn to surf locations.

Surfing in many parts of the world brings challenges and dangers that simply don’t exist in Sri Lanka. Warm tropical waters allow you to spend plenty of time practicing without getting cold. There are no sharks, jelly fish or strong currents to overcome as in Australia, Portugal or South Africa.

Instructors have taught hundreds, some thousands of beginners, guiding them through common pitfalls, teaching how to overcome common errors and offer excellent shortcuts to getting up and riding your first waves in the shortest possible time. You will of course get tired, from the joys of trying, paddling to the next wave to experience the exhilaration of that moment when the board under you allows you to glide effortlessly on gentle waves. Each wave seems to be calling you, begging you to allow it to carry you effortlessly to the shore.

After 2 hours in the water, your body is tired, you just need a nice snack or drink. Fortunately the casual cafés that line the Dewata beach, provide plenty of choice for food, atmosphere and drinks. Relax and watch other learners being put through their paces, helping to ‘lock in the learning’ that you have just done.

It has been so enjoyable you decide to return tomorrow. But for now, it is time to laze by The Well House pool and enjoy the delicious offerings you have come to love from the unique menu.

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The importance of this piece of history may be seen in the Galle Maritime Museum and in the tri lingual plaque erected by Zheng He. A Muslim eunic of the Ming Emperor’s court, his presence in Sri Lanka on the Ming treasure voyages saw him install a puppet king in the southern Kotte Kingdom.

Was bedroom 2 ever known as a “Ghurfat Nawm, it’s Arabic name? Was the influence of Moorish traders brought home after work with the merchant who became very wealthy from his factories produce being exported from the port? We can never know, but we can take time out to consider the impact of sleeping quarters and living quarters over 140 years. As we relax into the space, history’s voice is ever there, but never disturbing our relaxation, rest or quiet enjoyment of Sri Lanka.

The first bedroom may well have been known as a “Woshi”, under the influence of the great Chinese Admiral who ensured the trading port grew in importance. His

esablishment of the ancient White Tea Agreement one of the world’s oldest commercial arrangements, established between Sri Lanka and the Ming Dynasty still holds validity today.

The importance of this piece of history may be seen in the Galle Maritime Museum and in the tri lingual plaque erected by Zheng He. A Muslim eunic of the Ming Emperor’s court, his presence in Sri Lanka on the Ming treasure voyages saw him install a puppet king in the southern Kotte Kingdom.

Guests will have a special experience as this double room provides a pool with a view. The roomy double comes with a private entrance, air conditioning, a terrace with views of the garden, and a 2 private bathroom with a shower. The unit has 2 bedrooms

Boasting a private beach area and views of pool, The Well House by Colonial Villas in Sri Lanka is a recently renovated villa situated in Unawatuna, 700 m from Bonavista Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property has a garden, as well as a family-friendly restaurant that serves Chinese and Indian cuisine.

All units in the villa complex are fitted with a kettle. Some of the units have a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with a shower and bathrobes. At the villa complex, units have bed linen and towels.

Guests at the villa can enjoy a continental breakfast.

Guests at The Well House by Colonial Villas in Sri Lanka can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. A bicycle rental service is available at the accommodation.

Popular points of interest near The Well House by Colonial Villas in Sri Lanka include Jungle Beach, Japanese Peace Pagoda and Unawatuna Railway Station. The nearest airport is Koggala, 10 km from the villa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

The Well House by Colonial Villas in Sri Lanka has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 12 Dec 2022.