Galle Fort is set on 96 acres or 39 hectares. Its compact size makes it a perfect location to meander along streets packed with eco friendly clothing, homewares and historic artefacts. Jewellers, cafes, restaurants, day spas coexist with local eateries, the Galle Law Courts and the lawyers and administration service who support them. Historic churches …
Escape to a hidden paradise, a peaceful cove where calm water laps the edge of lush jungle along the base of Rumassala Sanctuary. It is an idyllic, calm ocean beach, a perfect place relax in serenity leaving behind the bustling energy of Galle town and Unawatuna beach. Why not take a long beach walk where …
For a strangely named bay, Unawatuna has events for every letter in its name. It is one of the most important tourism hubs in the whole of Sri Lanka, with steeply rising cliffs surrounding the reef which slows the Indian Ocean’s waves. It is 5 minutes by road from The Well House, yet a much …
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. …
The bane of the Australian cricketing establishment, Galle International Cricket Stadium was a place that seemed to carry a curse – the location of many defeats and few wins. Sports lovers from around the world can enjoy a test match by day and relax by the Well House pool by night, in stark contrast to …
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Everyday life around the Well House is heavily impacted by the export of spices from Sri Lanka to the rest of the world. Whilst the Moorish trader who developed a large coconut oil factory 140 years ago engaged with the British colonising powers, this was of course very recent in Sri Lanka’s history. Sri Lanka’s …
Transportation is an essential aspect of modern life, and in Sri Lanka, it is an adventure in itself. The island nation has a diverse range of vehicles, from bicycles to tuk-tuks, three-wheeled land tractors, buses, private tour operators, trains, and boats. Each mode of transportation has its own unique charm, quirks, and stories to tell. …
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Poya, a monthly Buddhist holiday in Sri Lanka, is a significant day for traditional Sri Lankan culture and society. This day marks the full moon day of each month, and it is a day where the Buddhist community gathers to engage in religious activities, including observing sil (a day of Buddhist meditation and mindfulness) and …
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Galle Fort lighthouse marks the start of the journey for group of open water swimmers who regularly swim to Unawatuna Beach. One highlight of this 2.5 km event is passing by Jungle Beach, located just south of Bonavista Bay. An uphill walk through Rumassala Sanjeevani Mountain’s Sanctuary, passing by the Peace Pagoda donated by a …
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.
