Location:
Galle Fort is like nowhere else in Sri Lanka. Enter through
the 'new' English gate or the 'old' Dutch gate and enter a different
country. Renovated Dutch architecture of some of the 600 odd
houses crowd the narrow streets in this 90-acre Fort. Largely
built by the Dutch during the 18th Century the Fort is another
of Sri Lanka's World Heritage sites. The Ramparts are used for
romantic strolls as well as early morning power walks as well
- of course - for local 'village'
cricket games. They also provide an excellent vantage point
to capture the atmosphere of an international test match. The
Fort has a number of small beaches that are suitable for morning
swims whilst the sunbathing beaches are between 5-7km away.
Description: A recently restored town house
with a small courtyard and pool. Tastefully furnished with pieces
from all over Asia, the house is perfect for families. Close
to the Ramparts and small beaches that are great for a morning
dip. The high walls allow gentle sea breezes to flow through
the house providing shelter from the midday heat. The front
entrance is on the main street running east to west.
Facilities: Two double bedrooms and one room
with a bunk bed and double bed. The master bedroom has access
to the large roof terrace. The other bedrooms are all downstairs
overlooking the courtyard and pool and have air conditioning.
The covered roof terrace with views over adjoining houses is
perfect for evening cocktails as well as quiet escapism during
the day. There is a more formal seating area inside at the front
of the house as well as comfortable chairs around the pool.
A large round table can be set in the dining area. Meals can
also be taken on the roof terrace as well as by the pool.
Staffing: The villa is fully staffed with a
cleaner and a houseboy. Breakfast is not included.
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offered by Red Dot Tours Ltd are ATOL protected by the Civil
Aviation Authority. ATOL protection extends primarily to customers
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