VILLA MAYA, TEMPLE ROAD ARANWELLA, TANGALLE

VILLA MAYA, TEMPLE ROAD ARANWELLA, TANGALLE, SOUTHERN PROVINCE

Step back in time and experience the magic of a 19th century Sri Lankan Manor House. Built by one of the ruling elite in Ceylon in c1910, Aranwella Walauwa is a classic illustration of 19th century properties - a little gem in the Tangalle area. Drawing on influences from Dutch and British colonial architecture, Aranwella Walauwa’s restitution provides a glimpse into history. Seamlessly blending Sri Lankan heritage with contemporary design, the atmospheric five suite villa pays homage to its original features - a simple harmony of modern luxe with local charm and style. Maya (or Illusion in Sanskrit) is the creation of interior designer Niki Fairchild. She first stumbled upon the old Walauwa in 2004 and was instantly enchanted. Together with distinguished Sri Lankan architect Pradeep Kodikara, Niki renovated and brought back to life this heritage home. The stunning result blends period features with unique style: enhanced space, sky-high ceilings, open views, sleek lines and supremely comfortable living. The entire property was sensitively renovated and constructed in 2009.
The property is within easy reach of Galle and other coastal locations. It is currently run as a thriving boutique hotel supported by strong marketing assets and a loyal customer base. The sale price includes everything at the property: all furniture, fixtures and fittings, all utilities and appliances in the kitchen and utility area, all the restaurant rooms and household items, paintings and artefacts, an office with equipment including CCTV and a 62KW generator. The property is managed by fully trained staff who are available for transfer. The business is fully licensed and these licenses can be transferred.

Plot area: 2 Acres
5 suites with attached bathrooms
guest bathroom with shower
20 meter L shaped swimming pool
dining and lounge pavilion
yoga pavilion
office and small shop
2 acre manicured gardens
lush green paddy field views
the property has its own well
10 minutes to the nearest beach
75 minutes to Galle

Maya is situated in the quaint village of Aranwella next to the ancient village Buddhist temple, only 8km from Tangalle and the beautiful beaches of the southern coast. The journey from the International airport will take 3 and half hours and approximately 3 hours from Colombo.The planned extension of the southern highway - which is due to open in 2019 -  would reduce the driving time from Colombo to Maya to approx 2 and half hours as the exit for Tangalle is in Belliata, which is approximately 10 mins from the property.
Maya is 75 minutes from Galle - a Unesco World Heritage site and a great place to stop and enjoy the Fort on you way down. Maya is one hour from the southern port city of Hambantota, where the popular cricket ground is located. 
Maya is also only 1 and half hours from Uda Walawe National park and 2 hours from Yala National park where you can experience Sri Lanka's amazing wildlife.  

$1,200,000 

5 BEDROOMS, 6 FULL BATHROOMS, 2 ACRES