Templeberg Villa

Set on a 5-acre tea and coconut estate just outside Galle, this boutique villa sits near Heenatigala Junction about 3 km from the city center. It’s a short tuk‑tuk ride to Galle Fort and to Unawatuna, Mihiripenna and Jungle beaches. Family-friendly and breakfast included, it’s a quiet base for exploring the southern coast.

Built in 1864 and updated yearly, the Dutch‑Colonial villa pairs antique soft furnishings with simple comforts. Rooms include suites with French‑doored balconies and sitting areas, double rooms and a two‑bedroom family bungalow with flexible bed configurations. Expect four‑poster mosquito‑net beds, tiled floors, evaporative cooling and ceiling fans, private bathrooms with walk‑in showers, a 20‑seat outdoor dining area and landscaped gardens framed by a dramatic 30m jungle‑edge infinity pool.

Highlights include a dramatic jungle‑edge infinity pool, yoga area and a massage room for wellness sessions. There’s a library, picnic spots, bicycles to rent and a tour desk to arrange local excursions. Staff handle airport transfers, transport, housekeeping, laundry and concierge requests—so you can wake up to tea‑estate mornings and spend afternoons by the pool.

Complimentary high‑speed wired internet plus wireless Wi‑Fi across the property. Free self parking is available and a roundtrip airport shuttle can be arranged for a surcharge. Luggage storage, laundry and private check‑in/out are also provided.

A complimentary Sri Lankan and Western breakfast is included. An in‑house cook can prepare tailored meals (from 1200 LKR), and staff can arrange meals at nearby beach and Fort restaurants or local takeaway options. Expect authentic regional flavors and simple home‑cooked dishes.