Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Catered
Home description
Villa Kurullaah is located just 15-20 minutes’ walk from Unawatuna beach, on the outskirts of Galle Fort known as the 300 yr-old world UNESCO site. Quiet and peaceful, yet only fifteen minutes from hotels and cultural sites, the villa has easy access to all amenities, including the local market for bargain hunting, and many excellent restaurants for eating out.
The villa benefits from its own private 25m pool. Leading from the living room is a terrace with views to the garden and pool, furnished with table and chairs to enable you to dine al fresco. With two double bedrooms, and one triple room with even more room for a fold-out or cot, this villa is ideal for families, with plenty in the surrounding area to see and do during your stay.
Our staff are on hand to cater to your every whim, whether you choose to rent the villa self-catering or catered using our select menu. Let us know how you would like your private resort to operate for an unforgettable Sri Lankan experience.
Entering through the large wooden gates
Side view of main pavilion and bedroom pavilion
Beautiful Aralya trees in the 1.5 acre garden
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/42181
The Southern Coast region
Journeying to the Southern Coast of Sri Lanka cannot fail to impress the most discerning traveller. Step back in tme to another era and be dazed by the colourful environment, amazing architecture and design, along with the charm of the local southern people.
From the juxtuposition of goats in the street to luxury boutique hotels and villas along windy roads, the Southern Coast from Galle to Merissa will delight and fascinate adults, kids and even the babies in your party.
Unawatuna area
Unawatuna is the centre of the Southern region comprising 2km of unspoilt beach complete with unbelievable sunsets, beach bars, cafes and restaurants, in addition to swimming and snorkelling areas snuggled along the sheltered bay to the west of the strip.
Located just 4km south-east of Galle, Unawatuna provides access to all that this region has to offer including: the famous 300 yr-old UNESCO world heritage site of Galle Fort, not forgetting the atmospheric Galle town; boat trips to nearby islands; yoga and Ayurrvedic massage centres; the turtle reserve centre; surfing; snorkelling; paragliding; Koggala Lake; Kathaluwa Temple; and lots more.
How to get there
The most common way is to hire a car or van (we can help) from Colombo to Galle area. The journey takes around 3-4 hrs depending on traffic.
Activities near Unawatuna
Sports: Watersports Fishing
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property
General:
Air conditioning, TV, Telephone
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron
Utilities:
Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (5), Ensuite (3)
Furniture:
Single beds (1), Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 7, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Please check with the owner regarding linen and towels. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Villa Kurullaah sets herself apart form the crowd by design, furnishings, antique furniture and a truly colonial atmosphere to make your holiday as comortable as any 5-star accommodation.
Upon entering the grand sitting room with 40-foot teak wooden beamed ceiling to the wrought iron window frames and polished cement floors, this holiday home cannot fail to impress the most travelled explorer.
Excellent TV and hi-fi equipment provide resounding music, candles and clever lighting provide atmosphere, while Kurullah staff ensure you are treated like royalty. The three pavilions comprising of a main central sitting room, a building with 3 guest rooms and another building with kitchen, staff quarters and bathroom are connected by walkways to ensure privacy and quiet for our guests.
All bedrooms resplendent with thick mattresses and quality bedding, look out to the green gardens, equally stunning with Aralya, coconut and fruit trees. A stone path leads to the large swimming pool, perfect for the whole family to actually swim and enjoy. This pool is no dip-pool.
All polished cement, designer bathrooms boast some kind of unique feature such as an antique stone font basin, outdoor stone shower complete with bench to bathe under the stars.
Time, effort and most importantly style has been lavished on Villa Karullaah to make her one of the best holiday homes in Unawatuna. Just enquire to receive a photo pdf file of Villa Kurullaah.
Further details outdoors: The 25 metre pool surrounded by sun loungers and in view of the sitting room verandha allows all members of your party to swim in complete privacy and luxury.
Surrounded by a tropical 1.5 acre garden complete with 10-ft wall for security and privacy, Villa Kurullaah offers you a private resort hotel without any other guests, staff on hand to cook, clean and call your taxi, and a location in the middle of all there is on offer in the Galle region. It doesn't get better than this!
Whether you want a barbecue under the stars or a 5-star meal complete with tropical floral decorations from the garden, staff at Kurullaah can accommodate.
And of course, for meals on the beach at Unawatuna, you can stroll to your restaurant of choice or we can call a tuk-tuk or car for you.
Further details
The rental price includes a continental breakfast, all linen and towels, in addition to cleaning staff and security. We have a fantastic Chef and Housekeeper who can cook meals, do laundry and take care of all those bothersome duties you just do not want to think about on holiday. Take advantage of a luxurious holiday home with the service and quality of a 5-star hotel. Prices are available on request for catered and semi-catered holidays. We have a select menu from which you can choose dishes ranging from Sri Lankan curry and rice to king prawns or lobster.
Conditions
Peak holidays including Chinese New Year (24-31/1/09, Songkran (12/4/09 - 19/4/09), Easter (4/4/09 - 18/4/09), and Christmas(20/12/09 - 3/1/10) incur a surcharge.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Low
1 Sep 08
1 Dec 08
980£980
140140
140140
3 Nights
Peak
1 Dec 08
1 May 09
1225£1,225
175175
175175
3 Nights
Low
1 May 09
1 Jul 09
980£980
140140
140140
3 Nights
Peak
1 Jul 09
1 Sep 09
1225£1,225
175175
175175
3 Nights
31
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Reduced rent for 4 weeks or more, please inquire.
Peak holidays including Chinese New Year (24-31/1/09, Songkran (12/4/09 - 19/4/09), Easter (4/4/09 - 18/4/09), and Christmas(20/12/09 - 3/1/10) incur a surcharge
We have more than one house so please enquire about availability.
Guestbook
"It is a gorgeous place, lovely in all ways. It was so relaxing and peaceful. Staff were amazing and friendly. Thank you so much for everything. We hope to come back next year."
"Beautiful serene surroundings and a beautiful home with health spa benefits. Such attentive treatment from staff - professional and loving at all times. Excellent chef, swimming pool is a godsend." (Members of the Darwent family August 2008)
"This has been an amazing experience for us - we were looked after superbly and loved the villa. We will miss Chandana and all at Kurulla. The villa is beautifully furnished and in a lovely setting."
"It is really good for kids because of the pool, computer and other stuff. The bedrooms and bathrooms are really nice.
"Kurulla is the best villa I have ever been to." (Members of the Batho family July 2008)
"We had a fabulous at your two villas in Galle. Everyone was charming and helpful. The pool and view at Malgedara were just stunning. Kurullaah is a fabulous house and the proximity to the beach meant we whizzed back and forwards in a tuk tuk which the kids loved. I will recommend your villas to any-one who asks. " (Tenants staying in Dec 07/Jan 08)
Availability
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To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/42181
Contact details for home 42181
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Sue Fitzgerald
Tel:
+852 2604 4898
Mobile:
+852 9754 5967
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Advertiser joined: 7 Mar 2007 This property added: 21 Nov 2007
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