See what our lovely Guests said about our Villa….(click below links or scroll down the page) |
Elin from Cardiff, United Kingdom (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★
We had the most wonderful stay at Hindagala retreat.
King from China (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ This is a very surprising accommodation. From the living room and kitchen to the yoga studio and bedroom, everything faces the valley. The scenery of the valley is particularly great. It is worth mentioni accommodation provides meals, which are made by Mark for us. His meals are all amazing, We think even better than in the hotel,Mark took us for several hours to explore this beautiful valley, passing through local villages and visiting temples dedicated to Buddha. MARK taught my daughter how to pick tea leaves and then took us to see how to make tea。Finally, we also had delicious Ceylon black tea on the mountaintop. All of this is so wonderful. Thank you MARK for taking us to explore the beauty of this valley and tasting Ceylon black tea. If there is still a chance, we would definitely choose to stay here for a few more nights, two nights is not enough at all. The feeling here is like coming home, it’s too warm and wonderful. Our family will definitely come back to stay again.
Gabriele from Germany (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ Truly wonderful! We, three ladies of a certain age from Germany, felt so welcome and spoiled. We enjoyed the marvellous view, did some yoga in the morning and were happy about the super tasty and fresh food prepared by Mark. It was Mark who took us for walks to tea factory and temple, always according to our needs, and showed us a place with natural swimming pools. The communication with Rajeev and Sharmini was also very pleasant. A place where you couldn’t wish for more! I will be back soon. Thanks for everything!
Koen from Netherlands (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ Great place to retreat in the mountains. We did our yoga sadhana there twice a day. There is lovely yoga room with mountain views. Superhandy Mark, the caretaker, cooked our food so we can focus on our spiritual practices. He is a very kind and warm person who also took us on several walks. He sleeps in a small place below the building, so bear in mind, if you are looking for complete silence time alone on your retreat, remember there are still people around that you can communicate with. We had an amazing time and didn’t mind Mark around. The surroundings are truly beautiful and the house felt as home. It has modern facilities and is decorated really nicely with yogic and Buddhist vibes.
Aditya from Dhahran, Saudi Arabia- (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ I loved this place, an absolute gem hidden on a small beautiful mountain with a breathtaking view.
Ajay from Hyderabad, India (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ The place was exactly what it is was in the photos. The villa was clean with amazing setup. The linen was fresh and was replaced everyday. The kitchen was spotless. The villa is 20 minutes drive, away from Kandy city. It is surrounded by forest and hills which makes the views exquisite. The caretaker, Mark, was an amazing person to interact with. He welcomed us with an amazing dinner after we had a tiring day. He helped us with breakfast and dinner during our stay and also helped us with local transportation. His hospitality was amazing. Kudos to him and his help for making us feel at home during our stay at the villa. |
Elizabeth and Saul from Doha, Qatar (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ My family of four had an amazing stay in this beautiful villa. The view from every room is spectacular and so relaxing. The place looks just the pictures and is kept so nice and clean. We are going to miss Mark the most! He prepared us delicious meals that we all loved! He took us on a hike up the hill to the viewpoint, and another hike to the tea factory. Both had spectacular views! We were so well taken care of and couldn’t have asked for anything more. Really hope to visit the Villa and Mark some day!
Rivi from Australia (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ This is an Absolute Gem hidden in the hills!! You’ll be treated to some amazing views all around this property. Mark attended to all our needs to make our stay a very comfortable one and Rajeev is a very responsive host. Highly recommend this place! |
Ano from Skåne County, Sweden (from airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★
Welcome to the mountain oasis! The entire road leading up to the house is a garden! Nature is blooming in abundance, with lush banana trees, fresh coconuts, and corn all along the route. Mark, our friend and help during the retreat, met us the night we arrived. The following day he made us breakfast, lunch, and dinner, all created from organic vegetables from the garden next to the house. We enjoyed our privacy tucked away in the hills under refreshing pine forests. We enjoyed walks, sunrises and sunsets right from our balcony. Mark was incredible at caring for us. We could genuinely unwind and connect with ourselves and nature. If you are heading there – congratulations! Enjoy! |
Jenny from Australia (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ A True Haven in the hills |
Павел from Saint Petersburg, Russia (from Airbnb) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ This place can be called home! Absolutely |
Irina from Russia (Google Review) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ Magical place! Every detail in this guest house was made with so much love! This place is suitable for those who value beauty, style, order, peace and tranquility. |
Paul Rogov from Russia (Google Review) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ Great place with a great view. It was a little tricky to find because the dot on the map didn’t match, but once I got here it paid off many times over! |
Dr Geethma from Sri lanka (FB Review) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ Thank you so much for the lovely time at the Hindagala Retreat, Kandy. The location was exceptional with truly breathaking views of the overlooking mountains. The artistic and historical feel to the house was a brilliant break from the everyday life in the city and the house was luxurious, clean and spacious with all the facilities. The chef really outdid himself with all the meals. We were in a food coma after each meal. The staff was friendly caring and catered to all our needs. |
Dr Aruna from Sri Lanka (FB Review) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ Our family getaway this Wesak holiday was at this scenic bungalow – even with the rainy weather, the place was almost better than the photos showed. And that’s rare with all the camera tricks that people play these days.
The attention to detail in the interior decor and all the furniture and fittings was amazing. It comfortably houses 6 adults in 3 rooms. The view is spectacular!
Despite the weather one of us jogged all the way down and back to the Cargills shop near the University of Peradeniya while the others did shorter walks/runs nearby. On another day, we all did the trek up the hill that the bungalow is perched for a nice short hike.
During the rain, we perched ourselves cosily in the comfy sofas in the living room playing games and generally lazing about. The meals prepared by Mark and Manjula were scrumptious while Bandu showed us around the property and up the hill.
The ‘deck’ shown in the photos is equipped with several deck chairs and a lovely hammock we didn’t have enough of…
Definitely recommend this for a scenic getaway!
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Damayanthi from Sri Lanka ( FB REVIEW) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ Had a very relaxing stay at Hindagala Retreat. Set high up in upper Hanthana, the property offers beautiful unobstructed views of hills and valleys. The comfortable temperature and silence (disturbed only by the soothing chirp of birds) made it a great place to truly unwind. The seclusion of the property meant that it took us on a drive off the beaten path – which was mildly challenging the first time, but thereafter became interesting and scenic. The rooms were beautifully furnished and well-appointed for a comfortable stay. The caretakers at the property were very welcoming, cooked some great tasting Sri Lankan meals, and diligently attended to our needs. Overall, we were really pleased with the experience, and can recommend this as a great place to relax around Peradeniya. We recently had the pleasure of staying at Hindagala Retreat. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a warm and friendly smile from the staff. The rooms were beautifully appointed and incredibly clean.
I want to give a special shoutout to Mr. Mark for his exceptional service. He was always helpful, attentive, and went above and beyond to ensure We had a comfortable stay. He is such a kind, honest person took care us during our stay. He gave us a fantastic hiking experience explaning the mountain range and The fascinating view. The location is ideal for nature lovers. Overall, Our experience at Hindagala was fantastic. I would highly recommend relaxing, convenient stay. |
Rajeewa from Sri Lanka ( FB REVIEW) 5 STAR REVIEW ★★★★★ This place is ideal for relaxation. Your privacy \ and security would be guaranteed here. Perfect atmosphere and a well-maintained lovely house. You get all kinds of amenities to spend your holiday.
Amazingly the hotel faces the beautiful landscape, and you have a cool area to roam around in the environment. The staff was so friendly and willing to serve you well.
This is a kind of “living with nature” type of stay. The climate fluctuates around 20 – 26 C.
Lastly, you will warmly welcome and be supported by the staff with customized meals and help with your needs. Overall, one of the best holidays!!!.
Thank you!
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