Set amidst a tranquil garden overlooking Madampe lake, this beautifully restored colonial villa offers luxury and modern comforts. Unwind in the private pool, relax on the veranda with a meal prepared by your personal chef, or enjoy a quiet moment in one of three air-conditioned bedrooms.
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Entire home
3 bedroomsSleeps 6140 sq m
Popular amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys!
An old colonial villa carefully restored to keep the original character and to provide luxury and modern comforts.
The villa sleeps up to 6 people in three air conditioned bedrooms with four poster beds - two doubles (one with a queen sized bed) and the third with two single beds. Each bedroom has an en suite bathroom and there is a living room, kitchen and a veranda for relaxing and dining overlooking the 40 foot long private swimming pool and the lake.
We offer a complimentary breakfast, filtered water, air conditioning, wifi and daily housekeeping. The resident chef and houseboy will be available to look after your every need. You will be able to order lunch or dinner from our reasonably priced menu and then relax on the veranda eating it, whilst enjoying the beauty of the garden and the monkeys swinging in the trees.
Near the South Western coast and the Indian Ocean and in probably one of the most beautiful regions of Sri Lanka, this is a large private property in the quiet village of Godahena with direct views over the 390 hectare Madampe lake. The landscaped garden contains many different types of trees and plants, including medicinal plants and tropical fruit trees. The immediately adjacent lake creates a unique biodiversity and there are a great variety of birds, wildlife, different types of vegetation and fish.
The villa is about 15 minutes by tuk-tuk from some quiet and beautiful beaches.
Nearby Ambalangoda is a lively town with many things to see, including the famous mask factory and museum and an historical bell tower. Not far away can be found the longest reclining Buddha statue in South Asia, a moonstone mine and turtle and fish farms.
Close to paradise and an ideal place to totally unwind and relax - yet, only about 1 1/2 hours from Colombo and the airport (depending on the traffic).
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Massage
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Free breakfast available
Chef service
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Private bathroom
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near the sea
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
We can organize small parties for you
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: We can organize small parties for you
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Ambalangoda, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Natural Moonstone Mine and Seenigama Temple are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hikkaduwa National Park and Kosgoda Spice Garden. Kayaking, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Ambalangoda travel guide
Does Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys! located?
Situated by the sea, this villa is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Ariyapala Mask Museum and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ambalangoda Beach and Puppet Museum. Akurala Beach and Gurusinghe Moonstone Mine are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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It was a tremendous experience and i'm happy that we chose this place. The nature with the all the partly unique animals and insects was breathtaking. The staff was very friendly and helped us with everything. We hope we will come back again!
This property is a little bit of heaven. We arrived after a week of exploring the island to find peace and stunning beauty. The villa is comfortable and affords the benefit of two wonderful staff who take of your every need. There is also a property manager who will arrange for any trips you wish to take.
We have absolutely no hesitation in recommending the villa as the perfect holiday retreat and we definitely would like to return.
Travelled around Asia for many years and this might be the best place we've ever stayed at.
The owner and staff were very accommodating.
Our family had a wonderful te here. I'm so glad we found it.
Good work Martin.