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Ferncliff

Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

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Ferncliff

Ferncliff is a beautifully preserved heritage bungalow in Nuwara Eliya, offering a refined yet welcoming retreat.

Nestled within expansive gardens at the base of Mount Pedro (Piduratalagala), Sri Lanka’s highest peak, it provides a safe and spacious setting for families. This four-bedroom property has been a cherished holiday home for generations, maintaining its colonial charm while incorporating contemporary comforts. The bungalow features a cosy lounge with a fireplace, a dining area overlooking a peaceful courtyard with mountain views, and spacious bedrooms that open onto the gardens.

Each bedroom is furnished with twin or king-size beds, a wardrobe, planter’s chairs, a comfortable sitting area and ensuite bathroom. Modern amenities include satellite TV and electric heaters for cooler nights. Interiors combine period antiques with modern touches, accented by handwoven textiles, delicate batiks on silk, and black-and-white photographs that echo a bygone era. With its inviting and informal atmosphere, Ferncliff can be booked by the room or as an exclusive retreat for up to eight guests.

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What we love

A colonial-era bungalow in Nuwara Eliya, offering a glimpse into Sri Lanka’s British colonial past with vintage architecture, antique furnishing and oil paintings throughout
We love the food here and eating in the elegant dining room adds to the experience
The staff go above and beyond to provide a personalized experience to every visit

Limited number of rooms so early booking is essential.

This is an old building so there is some noise from adjoining rooms.

Bring a lightweight overlayer to allow for the cooler climate in Nuwara Eliya

Children aged between 4 and 11 stay free of charge, suitable for families seeking a quiet and historical setting. Rooms are designed to accommodate multiple guests comfortably with cribs available. Child friendly meals on offer in the restaurant.

Ferncliff is in an attractive part of Nuwara Eliya. This famous old colonial hill station lies more than 6,000 feet above sea level and is about three hours from Kandy. Lake Gregory is only one mile away and Lover’s Leap Waterfall a 5-minute drive away.

What our travellers say

We went to Sri Lanka as a three-generation family of three. The superb trip was organised by Samanthie and the team and it's difficult to see how it could have been bettered.

Roy Wood (February 2026)

Red Dot organised the most wonderful 3-week holiday for us. Samanthie built a trip around the amazing sights we had requested visiting, together with her own suggestions and a wide mix of hotels, which gave us the flavours of both traditional Sri Lanka and the sleek, stylish contemporary version of the country. Our Driver made the whole experience incredibly special for us.

Alie C (February 2026)

I can’t thank Cherylle and the Red Dot team enough for their meticulous planning of our family holiday to India travelling through Rajasthan over Christmas. As a family of all adults, every suggestion from daily activities to hotel choices was simply perfect. We travelled through Delhi, Ranthambore (an unforgettable tiger safari!), Jaipur and Agra and I truly feel we experienced the very best of each destination while moving at a relaxed, well thought out pace

Daisy Stanton (February 2026)

My partner arranged a holiday trip at fairly short notice to Sri Lanka with Red Dot on a recommendation, Samanthie was so patient & helpful with her suggested itinerary which we followed with some minor amendments. On arrival at Colombo we met Manjula our chauffeur/guide who was absolutely brilliant!

Andrew S (February 2026)

Dulmini and the Red Dot Team arranged a fantastic trip for us around Assam and North East India. Faultless service. I cannot recommend them more highly.

Martin Thomas (February 2026)

Wonderful company. Our holiday in Sri Lanka was perfect. Local knowledge made all the difference

Sandra Nicholson (February 2026)

We looked up, and communicated with umpteen tour operators. Though Red Dot seemed to have offices in Sri Lanka and the UK, they seemed to have the best reviews. We were fortunate enough to correspond with Cherylle, who not only assured us of the safety of our friend, but created a personalised, and flexible, itinerary which we could not have done ourselves.

Jayant Banerji (February 2026)

A 14-day tour with Red Dot Tours was the perfect antidote to the bleak UK winter. After a glowing recommendation from a friend, we contacted Red Dot Tours and were not disappointed. Our consultant, Lahiru, curated a seamless itinerary. Throughout the planning phase, Lahiru was incredibly responsive; the final itinerary—delivered via a user-friendly 'Guest Portal'—was impressively detailed, covering every hotel stay and excursion.

Phil Blair ( February 2026)

Traveller testimonial from Roy Wood (February 2026)

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