Taru Villas Kandy

Introduction

Taru Villas Kandy is a stunningly presented manor house steeped in colonial history and expertly merging indoor and outdoor life. Broad white columns and wrap-round verandas give this gorgeous property an air of confidence and permanence. Many original features still remain and blend perfectly with more modern additions. The sense of escape is palpable, even though the villa is ideally positioned only 3kms to the north of Kandy Lake at the centre of the city. A little noise from a busy road and the occasional passing of a train on a nearby line is a small price that has to be paid for its central position. Beautifully-furnished interiors possess an elegance and lightness of touch that is a hallmark of the Taru collection of upmarket Sri Lanka properties. Alongside modern artwork, old photographs in the public areas tell of the history of a prominent Sri Lanka family that used to own this manor house. A great addition to luxury accommodation options in Kandy.

Accommodation

There are nine rooms with en suite bathroom. All possess a/c and fan, king-sized bed, sitting area on terrace, in-room safe, desk, telephone, umbrellas. Bathrooms have shower, toilet and bidet, hair dryer, bath robes and slippers. There are no TVs.

Deluxe Rooms, 4 (26 sqm): The terrace has a terrace and view to the garden and pool beyond. Sleeps 2 plus a child / infant.

Superior Rooms, 4 (30 sqm): This spacious double room also has tea/coffee making facilities, including a coffee-making machine and minibar. Sleeps up to 3 (with an additional single bed) plus an infant.

Master Room (46 sqm): The Master Room overlooks the inner courtyard and the king-sized bed also has a mosquito net. It has all facilities of the Superior Room, plus a living area that also operates as an extra bedroom. The bathroom also has a bath tub as well as a walk-in shower. There is a double bed and two single beds, including a single bed up wooden stairs to a higher level. Sleeps 4 plus an infant.

Facilities

A medium-sized swimming pool sits in meticulously-manicured gardens and has sun loungers and tables. There are board games and laundry service on request. There is a restaurant, but no room service.