Title: The Essence Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Essence ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/f19e625b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/4f4e96ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/7ef18bd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/ca6c7bd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/26af8dfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Essence provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi £22 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 10 - Nov 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=118963771&PinnedHotelID=118963771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=118963771&PinnedHotelID=118963771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 11 - Nov 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=118963771&PinnedHotelID=118963771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=118963771&PinnedHotelID=118963771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=118963771&PinnedHotelID=118963771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=118963771&PinnedHotelID=118963771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=118963771&PinnedHotelID=118963771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=118963771&PinnedHotelID=118963771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Deluxe Quadruple Room, Garden View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/35145c26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Quadruple Room, Garden View ### Highlights Private bathroom Laptop workspace Desk Private bathroom Laptop workspace Desk Free WiFi - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118970000/118963800/118963771/7ef18bd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, Garden View ### Highlights Private bathroom Laptop workspace Desk Private bathroom Laptop workspace Desk Free WiFi - 200 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThe-FernCove-Bungalow.h118963771.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThe-FernCove-Bungalow.h118963771.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.92760%2C80.78783&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NL4sDwMz2HLWzeEvsWhJn5hP2XY=) 270/4, Meepilimana, Nuwara Eliya, 22214 #### What's nearby - Lake Gregory - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles - Assemblies of God Church Nuwara Eliya - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles - Nuwara Eliya Golf Club - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles - Pedro Tea Factory - 14 min drive - 5.7 miles - Lover's Leap Waterfall - 14 min drive - 5.5 miles #### Getting around - Haputale Railway Station - 60 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Barista - ‬8 min drive - ‪Indian Summer Restaurant - ‬8 min drive - ‪Grand Hotel - ‬10 min drive - ‪Pedro Factory - ‬8 min drive - ‪Grand Coffee Bar - ‬9 min drive ## About this property ### The Essence Bed & breakfast in a rural location The Essence provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and charcoal grills - A TV in reception, multilingual staff and outdoor furniture Room features All guest rooms at The Essence include amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.0 Very good 3 reviews £32 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=101095910&PinnedHotelID=101095910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free covered self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: LKR 1,500 for adults and LKR 1,000 for children ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Virtual front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### Accessibility - 5 steps to reach entrance - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Heating (climate-controlled) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of LKR 5000 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-off cleaning fee of LKR 4998 Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately LKR 1500.00 for adults and from LKR 1000.00 for children - Pet fee: LKR 5000 per accommodation, per stay plus a one-off LKR 4998 cleaning fee - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Essence pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of LKR 5000 per accommodation, per stay. A cleaning fee of LKR 4998 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Essence? > As of 10 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essence on 23 Nov 2025 start from £22.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/The-FernCove-Bungalow.h118963771.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Essence? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Essence? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Essence? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Essence located? > Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is within 6 miles (10 km) of Moon Plains Viewpoint, Single Tree Hill and Galway Forest Reserve. Victoria Park and Assemblies of God Church Nuwara Eliya are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Essence Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.