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OLU VILLA Set in a Lush and Serene Garden.

OLU VILLA Set in a Lush and Serene Garden.

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Front of the villa
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Overview of OLU VILLA Set in a Lush and Serene Garden.

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

galle, galle
  • Popular LocationJungle Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationUnawatuna Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGalle Lighthouse8 min drive
  • AirportColombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.)115 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

OLU VILLA Set in a Lush and Serene Garden.

A spacious villa with a fence around the property and a beautiful wooden gate. Only few minutes from the beach and set in a quiet neighbourhood. The bedroom balconies are overlooking the backyard were you will find a polished cement patio with a dining area, a built in BBQ, work space, a huge dining table and seating area! A relaxing place to have breakfast and dinners or to entertain friends. The front garden is green, lush and full of flowers and a lily pond.

Property manager

nina lauritzen
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the area

Unawatuna

Located in Unawatuna, this villa is by the sea. Japanese Peace Pagoda and Galle International Cricket Stadium are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Galle Harbour and Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Jungle Beach - 4 min walk
  • Unawatuna Beach - 5 min drive
  • Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa - 7 min drive
  • Galle Fort - 7 min drive
  • Galle Lighthouse - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Midigama Railway Station - 31 min drive
  • Colombo (CMB-Bandaranaike Intl.) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Café Français Boutique (Vegan & Vegetarian) - 18 min walk
  • Peacock Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • Pink Elephant - 3 min drive
  • Bluewhale Sea Food Restaurant - 19 min walk
  • Catamaran R&PUB - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is OLU VILLA Set in a Lush and Serene Garden. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OLU VILLA Set in a Lush and Serene Garden.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OLU VILLA Set in a Lush and Serene Garden.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OLU VILLA Set in a Lush and Serene Garden. located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Jungle Beach and Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya. Japanese Peace Pagoda and Galle Harbour are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Jo P.

Spacious villa in beautiful tropical garden
We spent a week of our month-long trip to Sri Lanka at Olu Villa. Nina was extremely efficient and helpful in the reservation process and went the extra mile to FaceTime me to help ease the payment process. She also provided us with lots of useful information prior to our stay and organised some shopping in advance of our arrival. We were warmly received by Sarath and Nina's husband Niluk who explained how everything worked and we made arrangements for Kumari, Sarath's daughter, to come th following evening to cook for us. The curries were inexpensive and delicious - and plentiful enough to provide a second dinner. The downstairs living area is vast, with cooling fans but no air conditioning. A spacious bathroom is also situated downstairs. There are doors out front and back to beautiful, well-tended tropical gardens, both with tables, seating areas and overhead fans. The kitchen is well equipped. The two double bedrooms upstairs are generous and have air conditioning and mosquito nets. Both have balconies overlooking the back garden. The larger bedroom also has a settee. Both have plenty of wardrobe space. It was a pleasure to lie in bed in the mornings with the shutters open and watch and listen to the birds and monkeys in and around the garden. Being there in March, the weather was at its hottest and most humid and we were very grateful on some evenings to be able to sit upstairs in the cool of the air conditioning. We were advised to close the shutters at dusk to avoid bugs but told that it would be ok to open them again once it was dark. We may have been over-cautious but we tend to get bitten so we didn't want to risk it. It was quite easy to get a tuktuk from the road outside the villa to go to local beaches or into Galle and we also made use of Sarath's other son and his tuktuk/ contacts. We enjoyed the beaches, particularly Wadija but we also enjoyed visiting The Jetwing Lighthouse Hotel which has two beautiful pools overlooking the Ocean and who sell day tickets for 1500 LKR. On one of the cooler days we also enjoyed walking round the walls of Galle Fort and exploring the shops and restaurants. I also enjoyed a massage the nearby centre in the Ayuverdic Village, only a few minutes walk from the Villa. We saw Sarath most days and he was extremely attentive and helpful. We travel a lot and it's always good to find good self catering places - definitely recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

5/5 Excellent

Neal B.

A wonderful holiday rental property
There is little more to say about this property that hasn't already been covered by other reviews. It has everything you need to make your stay in SriLanka an unforgetable experience. Sarath was on hand to make sure we had everything we needed and the home cooked currys by his wife and daughter were some of the best we have ever tasted. The driver, Niron, was very helpful taking us to the turtle hatchery, herbal gardens and the tea plantation. A visit to the local Buddhist rock temple is a must.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/5 Good

Ben J.

Spacious house set in a lovely tropical garden.
We had one of our best hoidays ever at Olu Villa and we hope to come back to stay there again soon. It was wonderful to come back to the tranquility of the house and beautiful garden after the noise and bustle of Galle or even the local beaches, which are also some of the finest we have excperienced. It was so easy to get a tuk-tuk to take us anywhere we wanted. Nina's family made us very welcome and ensured we had everything we needed. We arranged for them to cook us meals on alternative evenings and they certainly gave us some delicious Sri Lankan cuisine. Also we enjoyed good food in many of the local restaurants.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Jonathan Bouffler

This is a beautiful and peaceful villa.
This is a beautiful and peaceful villa set in a quiet area and lovely gardens. The house is very well equipped, spacious and comfortable, which is perfect for the climate. It is near the beach, Galle, and very good restaurants. The host family kept the villa clean and were a great source of local information, also provided one of the best Sri Lankan meals we ate cooked by the host family themselves - a real treat! The whole family, including 2 girls (19 and 16) loved the experience, did not want to leave and would come back - need I say more!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Tropical Hideaway
This little tropical hideaway is a secure and peaceful haven for any holiday maker. The property is beautifully appointed capturing the Sri Lankan style of living. Here you will find a quiet corner in the beautiful,colourful and secluded garden with the sound of the jungle all around you and where the monkeys and squirrels will curiously visit. There is the wonderful aroma of herbs and tropical foliage all around , it really is like a secret haven of tranquility. The flowers are so pretty and lovingly cared for by Sarath. Sarath and his family were just wonderful to us and made our stay very special. We have travelled widely and cannot say that we have ever been cared for so much anywhere else in the world. The food prepared for us by Sarath,s wife and Daughter was the best we have tasted in Sri Lanka and thoroughly recommend it. The house is comfortably and tastefully equipped with everything you need and the Interior has clearly been carefully and lovingly planned to add to the charm and beauty of this property, which all adds to a five star recommendation. There are plenty of things to do and visit for those more adventurous and some beautiful beaches to discover only a short Tuk Tuk ride away with Sarath's son Niron. You have a herbal garden on the doorstep where you can enjoy a relaxing massage if you wish and plenty of restaurants on Unawatuna beach area if you want to eat out. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts Nina, Sarath and your family for sharing your wonderful piece of Paradise with us and for all the care and friendship. We felt very sad to leave and we will definitely be back. X

About the host

Hosted by nina lauritzen

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We are a Norwegian/Sri Lankan married couple. Most of the time we live in Sri Lanka! But we do love to travel and therefor are not at the house all year around

The house was finished built in 2010. Since then we have spent the time trying to give the house and the garden some personality and charm.

We have created the house we wanted to stay in and we hope it will feel like a home to you too.
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