Villa Bedroom |
Villa dining |
Villa exterior |
Villa living |
Villa out door dining |
Villa pool |
Villa Taprobane Island |
Villa Terrace |
|
A totally unique 5 room Palladio style house built in 1920 on the only privately owned island in Sri Lanka, in a sheltered bay, paddling distance from the coast with sweeping views of the bay and fishing village.The Island comprises 2 ½ acres of sheer tropical fantasy with nothing between it and the South Pole.
Even by the rarefied standards of Sri Lankan escapes, Taprobane Island is something special. To even call it a hotel is stretching the definition a bit; it’s really just a single five-bedroom house, occupying its own private island, a little two-acre crag, grown thick with tropical trees, a short wade through shallow water from the southern tip of the Sri Lankan mainland.
Taprobane Island was established in the 1920s by a French pseudo-aristocrat, and later inhabited by Paul Bowles, one literary figure whose tastes you can trust (an itinerary built around places where Paul Bowles used to live would be quite a trip). There’ll be little to distract you from writing your own novel, or whatever it is you decide to get up to — the house rents as a single unit, so all the guests are your own, and five dedicated staffers are on hand to see to your every need. Not to mention that a private island is pretty much the definition of exclusive.
There’s not room for much in the way of luxe-hotel amenities, aside from an infinity pool — but if you’re tired of secluded mansions on private islands, you’re tired of life. And you won’t be in any mood to complain after the spectacular arrival; on foot, at low tide, or in deeper water, on the back of an elephant.
|
More about Taprobane Island |
Facts
Taprobane Island Facts at a glance
| | | |
Please Note : Some of the facilities described above may not be available in all rooms. |
Things to do
Activities at Taprobane Island
Places to Visit
Destinations close by Taprobane Island
Packages to this hotel
Holiday Packages to Taprobane Island
Nearby Hotels
Nearby Hotels to Taprobane Island
Similar Hotels
Options instead of Taprobane Island
AccommodationAccommodation There are 4 double rooms and 1 twin room in the villa allowing up to 10 people to live in complete comfort. Each bedroom is filled with colonial style furniture, mosquito net draped four poster beds, overhead fans and spacious en-suite bathrooms.
All double rooms open onto their own private terraces with panoramic views out to the Indian Ocean and beyond.
FacilitiesFacilities The sprawling octagonal house, with its cool white terrazzo floors and high wooden ceilings has 5 spacious en-suite bedrooms each with sea views. Light and airy living areas and shaded terraces & verandahs provide many a secluded spot to sunbathe, paint or read.
Living
With its pavilion style house and wrap around verandahs and terraces, !! provides many open & airy living areas, with views across the Indian ocean. These are spacious enough to retain your privacy yet perfect for celebrations and gatherings
Swimming Pool
A stunning infinity pool overlooking the Indian Ocean provides the perfect place to cool off under the shade of swaying palms or simply to relax and sunbathe watching the world go by.
Tropical Garden
The house is surrounded by 2 acres of exquisite tropical garden with cascading terraces filled with frangipanis, palms, flame trees, fuchsias, hibiscus, bougainvillea, heliconia, bromeliads, monkey tail, orchids and white sandy paths that create many a secluded spot to wander aimlessly around the island.
DiningDining At !! you have your own private chef to provide you with delicious tropical cuisine with a focus on the freshest of local ingredients.
Meals are predominantly seafood with an Asian influence. Our chef is equally at home making the most delicious Sri Lankan curries.
A highlight of living on !! is being able to experience sunset cocktails or dining in so many amazing locations overlooking the Indian Ocean. Whether it's cocktail hour, lunch time or dinner time, our staff will ensure that each location is memorable & unique.
|
|
Loading....
Visitors Most Rated Property of the Sri Lanka ..
The most picturesque in the world. Soft sound of waves lapping in to the beach, endless strip of white sandy beaches.
Sri Lanka's famous historical sites have become the staple of many a travel programme - Sigiriya.
The Sri Lankan highlands enhance the country's richly-varied landscape. Only a few hours from the coast, here is a land of rushing waterfalls.