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 The River House
promises the knowledgeable independent traveler a carefully
conceived, uniquely luxurious Sri Lankan travel experience. A
5-suite Luxury Villa / boutique hotel with all amenities and a
private, tranquil and intimate ambience.
- 7-acre riverside estate &
tropical gardens. Peaceful, priceless views
- Fantastic varied food at
flexible meal times
- Spacious suites, pools,
lounge areas & terraces
- In-suite Ayurvedic Massage
- Non-motorized watersports
(canoe, kayaks)
- Transport
arrangements/Airport Transfers
Location Map
Activities
Loll
in the spectacular tree-lined main pool with an adjoining
Pavilion/ Pool House all day
Escape
from the high-noon heat to a favourite DVD viewed in the
air-conditioned sanctuary of your suite
Canoe
up-river & hear the silence
Sip
an iced cocktail while watching the sunset behind the foliage
covered hill
Stroll
around the tropical gardens of The River House estate; jog along
the pathways and work off those extra "holiday calories"!
Relax
with a book in the Lounge terrace & take in the views
"Go Local"
and have an Afternoon Nap (siesta) after a leisurely lunch
Cruise
the Madhu estuary in a boat and watch the passing village life
unfold along its banks.
Stop
off enroute and learn about the dying skill and traditions of
the indigenous cinnamon peeler
Wander
the local markets, temples & craft and antique shops
Watch
the dawn break over a misty river and meditate on a serene
morning
Shop
for souvenirs, including the regions famous carved wooden
"Devil" masks
Grab
some binoculars, find your place in the shade, chilled drink at
hand, and observe the abundant birdlife all around
Arrange
to watch one of the weekly Devil Dance & Kandyan Dance
performances at the local dance school (seasonal performances
and classes). Or go further along the coast to the world-renown
surfing town Hikkaduwa and hit the southern Narigama beaches for
long stretches of sand and serious "beach life" -reggae music,
beach bars & kitsch shops!
Make Music
- choose from our selection of traditional Sri Lankan drums and
find your rhythm
Bask
in the moonlight and on quiet, breezy evenings, listen for the
distant crash of the surf breaking on the shore.
Indulge
in an in-suite massage - pre-arranged with a professional spa
therapist or an ayurvedic specialist.
Play
sleep, eat, bathe, swim....slow down!
Accommodation
A tour de force of
the renowned designer Taru, The River House is unique in its
concept & design and is undeniably one of the most beautiful
properties in Sri Lanka.
This spacious villa is South Asian in style, with 5 large,
luxurious private suites and open verandahs/lounges affording
picturesque views. The interiors feature original craftsmanship
of wood, stone and polished cement, seamlessly blending
contemporary comfort and antique splendor. Vast bathrooms
exemplify Sri Lankan chic and clean modern lines. Each suite has
a private garden or terrace, with indoor/ outdoor plunge tub or
pool.
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Singhe :
Luxury Romantic master suite spans the entire
upper floor of the villa. Large private suite has a wide open
air terrace & private plunge pool overlooking the Madhu River
and gardens below.
- Tea / Coffee making
facilities.
- Mini fridge
- Air Conditioning,
over-head fan
- TV/DVD
- Four poster bed &
traditional Sri Lankan antique furniture
- Twice a day housekeeping
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Makata :
Luxury Romantic master suite
situated in the gardens below the main villa, at river level
- private plunge shower/tub
with jets
- Tea / Coffee making
facilities.
- Mini fridge
- Air Conditioning,
over-head fan
- TV/DVD
- Wrap around lounge terrace
- River View
- Twice a day housekeeping
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Kanya :
Very large suite located in the main villa with semi private
garden and river view
- Private outdoor
shower/plunge tub with jets
- Tea / Coffee making
facilities.
- Mini fridge
- Air Conditioning,
over-head fan
- TV/DVD
- Vast industrial Chic
bathroom
- Twice a day housekeeping
...Room View...
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