Makuludola Bungalow Makuludola Estate Telijjawila

The Bungalow is located in a 72 acre Cinnamon & Rubber Plantation without any public access. Ideal for meditation, yoga, writing books, jogging,hiking, bird watching and family-friendly activities. Its only 20 Minutes drive from Mirissa, Weligama, Matara and Polhena beaches. 2 1/2 hrs drive from both International Airports. You’ll love the Bungalow because of the outdoors space, scenic beauty, total silence, away from the human habitat. An ideal place to completely rejuvenate. The space After many years in planning, a new bungalow has been built into the side of a hill overlooking the cinnamon fields to a design and supervision by C Anjalendran, formerly an associate of the iconic Sri Lankan architect, the late Geoffrey Bawa. The Bungalow is spacious and open in character, with broad, granite-paved verandas and steps, high timber ceilings, teak furniture, and has a stunning view of the surrounding countryside. Entrance is from the car park forecourt up granite steps to the south-facing veranda where the glistening blue of our infinity swimming pool contrasts with the verdant surroundings of cinnamon bushes, forest and hills. Guests are greeted with a welcome freshly squeezed fruit drink to sip while gazing at the view and hearing wild peacocks cry. The veranda runs the width of the main reception area of lounge with sofas and armchairs and its adjoining dining area where a solid slab of mara timber forms a dining table that seats twelve. Beyond is the garden courtyard with a library and guest rooms on the west and east sides. A back interior veranda with wrought iron sliding gates and ancient Indian swing is a private area for relaxation. Guest access Swimming Pool Pool Pavilion Front Veranda Large Sitting Area Main Dining Table Master Terrace Central Court Yard Rear Veranda Swing Rear Garden Garden on the East. Large Granite-paved Car Park Kitchen (Fully Automated Italian Coffee Machine serving Espresso, Coffee, Cappuccino, Macchiato and Lathe and the Juicer is available). 72 Acre Estate without public access that has plenty of space to hike, walk, jog, meditate, watch birds, watch fresh water fish, sit and relax or enjoy the nature away from the public eye. During your stay Each bedroom has a high timbered ceiling supported by solid concrete beams complemented with brushed cement floors. Each bedroom has independently controlled air conditioning as well as a central ceiling fan. Peo TV with over 100 local & international channels in each room. Telephone extension to each room with IDD & automated billing. Data outlet including Wifi provided through a dedicated fiber optic leased line. Washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities for guests’ use. Filtered water, pressure pumped from our own tube well, 180 feet deep. Underground wiring system (no cables spoiling the view). Roof solar panels for water heating and electricity generation. Standby generator (45kva) on auto mode. Active lightning protection conforming to European Union Standards. For relaxation, there is: an interior veranda at the north side of The Bungalow with an ancient swing; an interior grassed courtyard; a reading room/library; a large living room with armchairs and sofas; a dining area with long slab table seating 12; a south-facing veranda, an infinity swimming pool overlooking the hills and valleys; a pool pavilion and two spacious gardens with a spectacular view. Bo Tree with a natural rock platform for meditating or Yoga adjoining The Bungalow. Private estate paths for walking, hiking or jogging without disturbance. For nature lovers, a large variety of birds and unusual fresh water fish in the streams. There is a provision to build a helipad behind The Bungalow during the next stage. 4x4 vehicle with driver for guests to travel to and from the National Parks at Yala, Udawalawe, Sinharaja or to any other location including the south coast beaches. Comfortable chauffeur-driven transfers from and to the airport (under three hours) or from/to the Matara railway or bus stations. Other things to note Automatic Washing Machine and Dryer is available at the bungalow at no extra cost. Ironing will be done at a nominal rate. 4x4 Vehicle and a car is available with a driver on payment. A full Sri Lankan or Continental Breakfast of each guest’s choice is complimentary, served at whatever time required on the poolside veranda or in the dining room. Tea and genuine Italian coffee from a state-of-the art especially imported, fully automated Italian Coffee machine (Espresso, Cappuccino, Macchiato and Latte) are served on request at an extra charge. Other meals, snacks and soft drinks can be selected at reasonable prices from the cook’s menu but out of respect for the ancient sanctity of the area, we do not cook or serve beef or pork. We do not sell alcoholic beverages in The Bungalow and no corkage is charged on guest’s own supplies. Transport can be hired for guests to purchase liquor from Cargills in Matara or from the Wine Stores at Telijjawila.