The Apa Villa, Illuketia, a spectacular inland plantation house is set in seven acres of mature garden surrounded by tea and our rice fields, just 5kms from Galle. There are six suites in total: four in the main house set around a central courtyard pool and two air-conditioned suites at the Pond House, a separate unit overlooking a lotus pond the size of two tennis courts. The villa has been reviewed and rated as one of the 5 Best Plantation Houses worldwide by 'The Independent' newspaper UK and featured in Condé Nast Traveller, The Times of London and many publications worldwide. The Villa Pool - a new 25-metre long pool (75 feet) set among beautiful tropical trees and flowering shrubs is ready. The garden is a haven for nature and a complete destination in itself. There are about 176 bird species, 556 native plants, 20 mammals, pond fishes. The Food - exceptional food and service from the villa kitchen, Many of the fruits, vegetables and herbs are organically grown in our garden Activities - Bird watching and nature walks in the vicinity including a visit to a working tea factory, rubber plantations, pepper gardens, temples and the humble village clusters. Bicycles are available for guest use. Many of the famous beaches south of Galle have been unaffected or now been cleaned and look spectacular! and the historical Galle Fort.

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