Title: Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=91657072&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff Villa in Unawatuna with an outdoor pool and free breakfast ## Photo gallery for Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff ![Outdoor pool - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/8aaa5ff2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/9429e354.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/2eded67a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/b3e08c05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets - Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff (Habaraduwa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91660000/91657100/91657072/c61a88f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the quintessential Sri Lankan charm at Ginigala House, a restored Dutch colonial villa with original features. Unwind in its peaceful surroundings, relax by the pool or on shady verandas for sitting and dining. Enjoy air-conditioned bedrooms, a private chef preparing meals and tropical breakfast. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff Ginigala House is the quintessential Sri Lankan villa. With Dutch colonial influences and packed with original features such as the shuttered windows with their intricately carved louvres, the villa has been painstakingly restored to create an inviting, calm, three-bedroom retreat with all 21st Century conveniences whilst losing none of its antique charm. Ginigala House is peacefully sited on its own large estate. The accommodation comprises a huge first-floor master suite with a luxurious bathroom that boasts both a walk-in shower and a claw-footed bathtub along with two further ground floor bedrooms which share a bathroom. All bedrooms are air-conditioned. The guest accommodation is completed by a a large sitting room and a spectacular double height lobby area. Outside the house is surrounded by shady verandas for sitting and dining along with a large octagonal ambalama. The pool area is truly breathtaking. Approached down an an imposing staircase it is walled on three sides providing both privacy and shade as well as lots of places for soaking up some rays. Ginigala House comes with a full staff. The rent includes a tropical breakfast and there is a private chef to prepare other meals. Dining is charged simply at the cost of the groceries. The villa is located in popular Heenatigala, a short tuk-tuk drive away from the beaches at Habaraduwa, Talpe and Unawatuna, and 20 minutes from Galle Fort. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bicycle parking - Garden - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Unit size: 2,000 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Similar properties ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111160000/111150400/111150337/w3839h2551x0y8-361b460b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Radisson Collection Resort, Galle Talpe - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 25 reviews CA $231 CA $311 total includes taxes & fees Mar 3 - Mar 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=111150337&PinnedHotelID=111150337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14760000/14754300/14754284/df8771a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Riu Sri Lanka - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Unawatuna, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Unawatuna Beach and Talpe Natural Pool, while Martin Wickramsinghe Folk Museum and Stilt Fisherman are cultural highlights. National Maritime Museum and Handunugoda Tea Estate are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Unawatuna travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Unawatuna.dx6154883) [View more Villas in Unawatuna](https://www.expedia.ca/Unawatuna-Villas.d6154883-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C6.01811%2C80.28236&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Lw-zwElvRaO2CQ7uH_ICNVSXYIM=) Habaraduwa, SP ### What's nearby - ![Ritipanna is the Sinhalese term for stilt fishing, which is a traditional method for fishing practiced by most fishermen along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This art is popularly seen in areas such as Ahangama, Koggala, Welipenna, Kathaluwa and Thalarambe. A narrow pole is tied to a stick that is anchored on the sea bed. Fisher folk climb onto this stick and settle on the pole for a few hours in an effort to catch some fish. Fishermen found on stilts are those who do not have access to sophisticated equipment for fishing. These men can make a living simply with the help of two wooden poles to make a stilt. One pole is nailed onto the sea bed and the other is placed like a cross bar and acts as a plank for the fishermen to sit on. Each stilt can accommodate only one fisherman. For catching fish, they create a rod made of Kithul, and a small plastic bag is tied around their waist to hold the fish that they catch. With one hand they hold onto the stilt and with the other they hold the rod that catches fish. The tradition of stilt fishing will always be practiced by those who cannot afford to invest in modern fishing equipment. #likealocal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055022/5663edf6-51ff-4b81-ad55-7891df4e41a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Koggala Lake 8 min drive \- 4.8 km - ![Sunset at Wijaya Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348270/c619db7d-5877-428e-9a1c-3b4156a00ab5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dalawella Beach 8 min drive \- 4.7 km - ![Unawatuna, Sri Lanka has most gorgeous tropical beach you could wish for. Located in a small bay so the waves are low and the water nice and warm. There are nice little cafes and restaurants lining the beach and friendly locals who can take you on a boat ride. #beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154883/157c8ae7-4d2f-4e62-9504-4f49a5f975a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Unawatuna Beach 10 min drive \- 6.9 km - Mihiripenna Beach 8 min drive \- 4.4 km - Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya 9 min drive \- 4.0 km ### Getting around - Midigama Railway Station 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Shanthi Beach Resort 9 min drive - Kabala Sunset Cafe 10 min drive - Blue Caffeine 11 min drive - Angel Beach Club 9 min drive - Black&White 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff have a pool? ### Is Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff? ### What time is check-out at Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff? ### Where is Quintessential colonial villa with pool and full staff located? ## Have a question? 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