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# Fortress de Jayaweera - Historic Villa - A proud legacy since 1889

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Nestled in Sri Lanka's lush surroundings, Fortress de Jayaweera offers a tranquil escape with its clay ingrained structure providing a cool atmosphere. This historic boutique villa boasts antique features and provides an oasis of culture, class and comfort.

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 63229 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space

## Add dates for prices

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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.

### Fortress de Jayaweera - Historic Villa - A proud legacy since 1889
  
A HISTORIC HOME  
​  
Welcome to our historic home and villa - Fortress de Jayaweera where heritage meets hospitality.  
  
Passed down our family line since 1889, the Villa has been freshly refurbished to celebrate and highlight its iconic, antique features.   
  
Designed with cool clay interior walls, the villa blends colonial charm with modern comforts to give you an unforgettable stay.   
  
Located 65km south of Colombo in the coastal town of Bentota and within walking distance of the famous Bentota Beach, Fortress de Jayaweera provides the complete holiday experience - an oasis of culture, class and comfort..

## Property amenities

### Pool/Spa

- Outdoor pool
- Private pool

### Internet

- Available in the villa: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
- Onsite parking options include a garage

### Kitchen

- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room
- Separate dining area

### Entertainment

- Books

### Outdoor areas

- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Accessible parking space
- In-room accessibility
- No lift
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible pool
- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Things to do

- Golf
- Table tennis

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Composting
- Garden
- Recycling
- Unit size: 3,229 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

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 

### Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: 

Gather used towels 

Remove personal items 

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys 

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties 

Additional venue hire charges will be applied.

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 

Note from host: Additional venue hire charges will be applied. 

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 

Host has indicated that there is no 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 

### We should mention

This property does not have any lifts 

## About the area

Bentota is home to this villa. Puppet Museum and Ariyapala Mask Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Prince Lanka Ayurvrda and Beruwela Harbour. Induruwa Sea Turtle Conservation Center and Brief Garden, Bevis Bawa are also worth visiting. [Visit our Bentota travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota.dx691013901951987712)

[View more Villas in Bentota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bentota-Villas.d691013901951987712-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

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Bentota, Southern Province

### What's nearby

- ![Outdoor restaurant at the luxury hotel with a ocean view, Bentota, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121082/4be8ef16-c8e3-4b40-9a4b-94631ef3e6a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Bentota Beach  
13 min walk \- 0.7 miles
- ![♡](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/691013760627773440/e69aee79-3651-442c-a956-faa06d65f823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Moragalla Beach  
7 min drive \- 3.2 miles
- Prince Lanka Ayurvrda  
18 min walk \- 1.0 mile
- Induruwa Beach  
6 min drive \- 3.4 miles
- Hikkaduwa Beach  
42 min drive \- 27.7 miles

### Getting around

- Aluthgama Railway Station  
3 min drive

### Restaurants

- Dominos Pizza Aluthgama  
3 min drive
- Fuze  
15 min walk
- Cafe Bem  
5 min drive
- Nebula Pier 88 Restaurant  
3 min drive
- Ceylon Club  
5 min drive

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## Fortress de Jayaweera - Historic Villa - A proud legacy since 1889 Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.

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Cleanliness

### 10

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Sonia J.

5 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Simply awesome - thank you 

A delightful country, area, house and hosts. The location of Fortress de Jyaweera was perfect a special mix of tranquility at the property and walking distance to the village, beach and restaurants. From welcome to departure Indrani and Nimal were excellent. We enjoyed the trips (optional) that were organised and had some awesome experiences. Holiday memories we will not forget. 

##### Sonia J.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Ruth W.

13 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wir haben eine Woche in dem traumhaften Ferienhaus in Bentota verbracht. Ein Haus in altem Kolonialstil und einem wunderbaren Garten mit großem und sehr gepflegtem Swimmingpool. Wir haben uns dort sehr wohl gefühlt. Unsere sehr sympathischen Gastgeber waren bei Fragen und Wünschen immer sofort hilfreich zur Stelle. Die Lage des Hauses ist ruhig, aber der Strand, Geschäfte und Bahnhof sind in 15 Minuten zu Fuß gut erreichbar. Wir können dieses wunderschöne Haus in jeder Beziehung für einen Urlaub empfehlen. Wir haben die Zeit dort sehr genossen.

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##### Ruth W.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

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