The Setting
Villa Talangama is a three bedroom villa set against the beautiful Talangama Wetlands in a south western suburb of Colombo. It enjoys a quiet, unspoilt lakeside setting which is a world away from the busy city of Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. Villa Talangama is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. It is an ideal first or last stop on your holiday or makes the perfect base for visiting Colombo. The surrounding Talangama Wetlands stretch out for more than 1km and are a nature lovers' paradise. There are over 45 species of birds inhabiting the area including numerous species of butterflies, water monitors and purple faced leaf monkeys. The monkeys can be seen can be seen jumping from tree to tree above your heads.
The Villa is just 16km from the city centre of Colombo. The vibrant city of Colombo boasts many great shopping, dining and sightseeing options. Public taxis and tuk tuks can easily be arranged to take you to your destination by the villa’s helpful staff. The Villa is also minutes away from the Southern Highway and so the west coast and southern beaches are easily accessible also. The journey to and from the Colombo International Airport will take one hour and longer during rush hour. The fully serviced villa is booked exclusively to one party at a time. Privacy is assured and access is for residents only.
The Villa
Villa Talangama epitomises a gracious Sri Lankan home, the perfect blend of Sri Lankan hospitality and understated luxury. The villa boasts three beautifully furnished rooms capable of comfortably accommodating 5/6 guests. All rooms have AC and ceiling fans and are perfect antidote to the Colombo heat.
Villa Talangama offers two lounges, an elegant dining room and a spacious veranda. There is also a large garden, complete with swimming pool, sun lounges and hammocks strung between trees. There are many areas to recline and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere offered by Villa Talangama.
Meals are served wherever and whenever you please, formally in the elegant dining room or al fresco dining by the poolside or in the garden. Our wonderful chef can provide both western and traditional Sri Lankan meals using locally sourced ingredients and to suit all tastes.
Our staff are always on hand to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. Villa Talangama truly provides a unique experience of traditional Sri Lankan style with an indulgent and elegant touch.
Double Room
This is a spacious double room with a four-poster bed. The en-suite bathroom has an open air H/W shower.
Twin Room
A medium sized twin bedded room. It has an adjacent open air bathroom with HW shower.
Single Room
This is a small Single Room with a four-poster double bed next to the Twin Room.
The People
The owners, Hema and Nirmalie, are ably supported by live-in staff: Kasun. Kadiran and Periyaswami. Depending on the number of guests, further staff are available. The owners and live in staff have their own separate private living quarters on the ground floor of the Villa and are on hand to ensure you have a pleasant stay. In the absence of Hema and Nirmalie, Kasun manages the Villa.
The Amenities
Air Conditioning
In Bedrooms
Swimming Pool
Outdoors
Hotel Services
24 Hours
Food & Beverage
Meals to order
Television
Satellite Channels
iPad Device
For guest use
WiFi Network
For guest use
Wireless Speakers
For guest use
Library Services
Books & Music
Car Park
For guest use
Medical Services
2km from Villa
Airport Pick Up
By Arrangement
Environmental Policy
We firmly believe in responsible tourism. Villa Talangama takes pride in being a completely Sri Lankan operated enterprise, employing local people and retaining all funds generated in Sri Lanka. We interact with the local community wherever possible and enjoy buying produce from local farmers and suppliers. We aim to give back to the community whenever possible – for example we are helping one of our members of staff, Kasun, to set up affordable accommodation in his home village Thalarambe near Mirissa.
We also try to be eco-friendly as possible. Solar energy is used to generate power and hot water. Harvest rain water used for gardening. All our staff are encouraged to use environmentally-friendly practices.
apologises to all our Patrons
past and future
Villa Talangama apologises to all our Patrons past and future that due to reasons far beyond our control here in Sri Lanka and elsewhere, we are suspending our activities until further notice. The safety of our Guests and staff are of paramount importance.
Until such time normality (new or old) returns, we will not be accepting any advance bookings. In the meantime should you need to contact us, please access the “Contact Us” page of this site.
All at Villa Talangama