We had a wonderful time at Templeberg Villa for a week over New Year 2019/2020. The villa itself is beautiful and the surrounding gardens and pool were a joy to be in. Shain and all the staff made us feel so welcome and went out of their way to accommodate our needs particularly with respect to our sleeping arrangements which were slightly different to what we communicated. We loved all of the meals that they prepared for us and every meal we got to experience some different local delicacies. They assisted with any arrangements we needed in terms of transport to and from local attractions/events. We would love to return one day!!
We had an amazing 4 nights (initially 3 but extended) at Templeberg Villa. We arrived in Galle during the Coronavirus crisis, and Karen, Johannes and Shain embraced us like a long-lost family. In minutes they had gotten us into our room, called Sudu to take us with his tuk tuk to Galle Fort and offered home-cooked dinner if we so wished (at a small cost). The first couple of nights we chose to eat out at Fort, but the next two everything was closed because of the Coronavirus lockdown, and we spent them eating and chatting late into the night, feeling part of the extended family of owner/friends/staff/other guests. We shared some fantastic food and met some amazing people during this experience, who no doubt will remain friends for life. The villa is beautifully located amongst acres of jungle, with monkeys, amazingly colourful birds, dogs, cats and frogs all roaming around. The night before we arrived a dog had given birth to 5 puppies so as a dog lover I was absolutely delighted to have those little tiny beauties to look at every day! Our room (Saffron room) was amazing, pretty much the size of our whole flat in London, complete with seating area, wardrobes, four poster bed with mosquito curtains (you’ll need them as you’re in the jungle!), and a very helpful reading light inside the bed. There was also a flashlight provided, as well as separate towels for the swimming pool (we were also allowed to take them with us to the beach) and we could make use of the kitchen fridge, where we also had also access to unlimited bottled water (a rarity in any accommodation in Sri Lanka). Apart from our room, all other areas were also stunning, communal indoor and outdoor tables for eating breakfast (and dinner, if you arrange it), various seating areas with sofas, reclining chairs and tables to relax in, an amazing long infinity pool with views over the jungle, with sunbeds and umbrellas, where birds come to “bathe” at sunset, and monkeys hang from trees eating jackfruit. An absolutely stunning place, can’t wait to return to Sri Lanka and to the heart-warming hospitality of Templeberg Villa. We are eternally grateful to Karen and her team for hosting us, and keeping us safe during this Coronavirus nightmare.…
This is the best place that you can spend your vacation in down south.Awesome nature and traditional Architecture and interior which reflect traditional Sri Lankan Architecture. I love the concept of this villa.Friendly staff too. Thanks Brent and Shain.
This is a beautiful property set close to Galle and yet secluded. We had a suite as well as the family bungalow. Both were nice but the suite was much nicer. Breakfast was ample. The main downside (and the reason for the less than perfect review) was the customer service from the manager. The welcome and communication from him lacked all the information one would usually expect. I was also completely unimpressed by the fact that I was presented the bill for our stay while we were having breakfast; Two hours before we actually checked out.
This beautiful villa is tucked away from the main road but not to worry a call to the staff will get you there. As our van climbed the little hill that led up to the property, we noticed an elongated swimming pool which I believe was a recent add on and perched right on top of the hill is the Templeberg Villa. It was such a lovely sight. If you like the"Colonial Rustic" feel this property has it. The 2 rooms in front are larger and one of them has a side veranda area where you can have your breakfast. At the rare of this property is a large garden and a few more rooms that are equally lovely. We explored the beaches around the area but would have been just as happy hanging out in the villa. It's seer bliss just lounging around such a historic villa. Shain and his team were wonderful too, whipping up lovely Sri Lankan dishes on our request. This is one idyllic location that I will return again.…
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