Surrounding and treating was very satisfying. Meals were very good. Great place for a peaceful vacation.

“Fantastic!”

Incredible views from a wonderful garden. Superb pool. Very nice walking area.

“Highly recommend for the views and experience of this beautiful area”

Wonderful views. Fabulous pool. Friendly and helpful staff. Good food. Character. Tea factory tour.

In spite of rain and low cloud still enjoyed occasional glimpses of surrounding hills listening to the birds and a dip in the lovely pool. The fresh air was a welcome relief after the heat on the coast and we slept really well without AC. Interior of bungalow was like living in a set from a historical tv production. Meals cooked by the chef were tasty and met our requests to try Sri Lankan spicy curries. Gardener did a great job maintaining the lovely garden and gorgeous plants and flowers. He also took the time to show us up to have a look around the adjoining tea factory.

“Perfect gateaway”

The property is full of charm, isolated with an impeccable view on the valley and mountains. The staff are the kindest and most helpful people, they prepared some delicious food for us as well I couldn’t recommend more

“Nice location, not good value for money”

The staff were amazing, the manager was really lovely and helpful and especially the chef was amazing, he went out of the way that everything was perfect for us and the food was great. The gardener is doing an amazing job and helped us finding the path for our hike. The position and view from the property is probably what made us come here in the first place, absolutely stunning and a nice 2.5 hours walk from it to the mini worlds end.

“A beautiful experience”

Beautiful property, in the middle of nature and the tea plantation. The room was super large, with ceiling fan and mosquito net. Terence and the rest of the staff were really the highlight of our stay. They took such good care of us and treated us with such kindness, bringing us tea and fresh juices throughout the day. We had breakfast, lunch and dinner there for two days (always different), and this was really the best food we had in Sri Lanka. We could also fill up our water bottles at all time, which was very appreciated. Magnificent furniture, all from the colonial times, though it could be a bit cleaner (cushions and fabrics of the different sofas). The swimming pool was the perfect addition, after walking around in the hot weather. Finally, our visit to the tea factory was very interesting: we learnt a lot and were so happy to be able to buy their tea at the end, for a very decent price.

“Idyllic heritage tea plantation bungalow.”

Everything! We have stayed at this bungalow and the sister property at Mini Worlds End several times and have always thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The bungalow has a wonderful setting amongst the tea plantation with a fabulous view directly to the Knuckles Range. There is a very clean swimming pool in the garden with the same fabulous view. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and filled with period furniture. The large attached bathroom, although old fashioned, functions perfectly well. The food served is delicious and the staff extremely welcoming and helpful. Unfortunately I was ill on this particular visit and the staff couldn't have been more helpful and supportive, even visiting me in hospital. By the way the illness was nothing to do with the place or the food!! We will definitely return another year and would highly recommend the bungalow to anyone seeking a true heritage property experience with peace and tranquility and plenty of opportunities for walking.

Beautifully peaceful location overlooking Knuckles. Best views in Sri Lanka. Whole bungalow to ourselves. Immaculate garden. Very helpful staff, including tour of the Tea Factory. Heaven on earth. Huge room with private sitting area.

“Amazing tea estate building with large garden and tea estate too walk.”

Intersting visit of the tea factory

“Peaceful place in the mountain”

location super quiet in the mountain with a great view of the Knuckles, staff very friendly and caring, very good sri lankan dinners, nice pool. We enjoyed the hike to Little Worls’end and the visit of the tea factory.

This place is just beautiful and full of peace - you will stay between tee fields in an old, charming British styled bungalow. We enjoyed the tour to the tea factory so much and can definitely recommend the breakfast and dinner - the cooking team is amazing!

“Amazing”

Amazing location and service - one of the best places I’ve ever stayed.

“Charming house with lovely gardens and breathtaking mount knuckles view.”

The amazing view and beautiful gardens. The large confortable rooms. Visit to the local tea factory and walk to world’s end. Most of all the wonderful staff including Terence, attentive manager and Jakati, the chef who prepared delicious meals every day and presented it with a wide cheerful smile. Thank you so much for your kindness and the unforgettable stay.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better first stop on our travels! Loved it and would definitely return. Stunning location,”

Stunning location, so spacious, lovely pool, and excellent service and cooking.

“Charming hospitality and colonial throwback”

A really special experience to stay in such a beautiful location with a gorgeous swimming pool, the best food we had throughout our 2 weeks in Sri Lanka, and the most charming hospitality from Terrance and the team. Incredible to see the tea factory. This stay was the highlight of our trip.

“If you want to live like”

Amazing view from the property. Very large and pleasant rooms. Incredibly kind and knowledgable staff. Best Sri Lankan food I have had during my 3 weeks trip in Sri Lanka . Right in the middle of tea plantation.

“Highlight of my holidays”

Highlight of my holidays, amazing staff and manager was so helpful. Beautiful gardens and tea factory. Excellent meals, it’s like going back in time. Wonderful.

“We had the impression of staying in a very old family country house”

The place is beautiful. The reception is pleasant.

“We had a truly amazing time at the Hatale Tea Estate bungalow with a personal experience so looked after by the wonderfu”

The property is almost like a museum with stunning antique furniture and a real glimpse into the way it would have been 150 years back. The service was impeccable. My father and I were the only guests there and we were totally looked after by Akram the manager who even took us himself to the Tea Factory to see it up and running. The facilities pool, and gardens are stunning. The chef is incredible and made us tasty fresh meals that we thoroughly enjoyed. I highly reccomend a visit to this place and look forward to returning some time soon.