Title: Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6154883&destination=Unawatuna%2C+Southern+Province%2C+Sri+Lanka&selected=91657072&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff ## Photo gallery for Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff ![Outdoor pool - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/8aaa5ff2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/c61a88f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/2eded67a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/9429e354.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/b3e08c05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the quintessential Sri Lankan charm at Ginigala House, a restored Dutch colonial villa with original features. Unwind in its peaceful surroundings, relax by the pool or on shady verandas for sitting and dining. Enjoy air-conditioned bedrooms, a private chef preparing meals and tropical breakfast. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff Ginigala House is the quintessential Sri Lankan villa. With Dutch colonial influences and packed with original features such as the shuttered windows with their intricately carved louvres, the villa has been painstakingly restored to create an inviting, calm, three-bedroom retreat with all 21st Century conveniences whilst losing none of its antique charm. Ginigala House is peacefully sited on its own large estate. The accommodation comprises a huge first-floor master suite with a luxurious bathroom that boasts both a walk-in shower and a claw-footed bathtub along with two further ground floor bedrooms which share a bathroom. All bedrooms are air-conditioned. The guest accommodation is completed by a a large sitting room and a spectacular double height lobby area. Outside the house is surrounded by shady verandas for sitting and dining along with a large octagonal ambalama. The pool area is truly breathtaking. Approached down an an imposing staircase it is walled on three sides providing both privacy and shade as well as lots of places for soaking up some rays. Ginigala House comes with a full staff. The rent includes a tropical breakfast and there is a private chef to prepare other meals. Dining is charged simply at the cost of the groceries. The villa is located in popular Heenatigala, a short tuk-tuk drive away from the beaches at Habaraduwa, Talpe and Unawatuna, and 20 minutes from Galle Fort. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching 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) ### General - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bicycle parking - Garden - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Unit size: 2,000 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Similar properties ![On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111160000/111150400/111150337/44f363f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Radisson Collection Resort, Galle Talpe - Pool - Spa - Kids’ pool - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 35 reviews £156 includes taxes & fees 26 Apr - 27 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-26&endDate=2026-04-27&selected=111150337&PinnedHotelID=111150337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101090000/101084300/101084238/6718a983.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Rumassala Luxury Chalets Unawatuna - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Unawatuna, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Talpe Natural Pool and Mihiripenna Beach, while Martin Wickramsinghe Folk Museum and Stilt Fisherman are cultural highlights. National Maritime Museum and Handunugoda Tea Estate are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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