About this listing
Your own little house a stone’s throw from the beach, Riswan’s is perfect for a small group of friends. The price is for the whole house.
The Space
Frankly, Riswan’s is a steal. Very close to Pottuvil town and the beach, this charming house, with its comfy veranda, white walls, minimalist interior, two double bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and a shared bathroom, makes for a comfortable stay for four. Chill out on the outdoor mattresses after a day on the beach, cold drink from the fridge in hand and… smell the roses.
Interaction with Guests
Rizwan runs a sales company in Colombo. He bought the home 16 years ago and lived there with his wife and two children, but they now live in Colombo and sometimes use to home during their vacations and rents it out the rest of the year. When Rizwan’s not around there’s a caretaker to welcome guests and arrange meals upon request.
The Neighborhood
The Arugam Bay - Pottuvil area has seen a dramatic increase in tourism over the last few years. Long known among surfers as Sri Lanka’s go-to surf destination, it was only after 2010 that tourists started flooding in. Don’t worry, this is still Eastern Sri Lanka, so Starbucks and Burger King are nowhere near, but especially Arugam Bay, with it’s wide range of hotels, restaurants, bars and a small but serious surfer scene, really developed into a traveller boomtown. You’ll see the fishing boats and surfers everywhere. Nearby Pottuvil is slowly catching up, which is great for those who like the surf, but have heard Bob Marley before. Most people visit between April and October, but this part of Sri Lanka has much more to offer, such as the 2000 year-old Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple and the famous National Parks of Yala, Gal Oya and Kumana.
Rizwan’s itself is conveniently located at the edge of Pottuvil Town, about 100 metres away from the beach and 500 metres from the Muhudu Maha Viharaya Temple. Arugam Bay is 2 miles or short tuktuk ride away.