Halala Kanda House


  • A restored estate near the city of Galle and Weligama Beach
  • Six luxury suites with private terrace or garden access
  • Stunning tea and coffee plantations, vegetable gardens, fruit trees
  • A 23-metre saltwater swimming pool
  • Perfect for families with kids
  • Antiques and vintage items and collectables in the lounge
  • Restaurant-style kitchen and open-sided dining pavilion

Take a look inside Halala Kanda House

Built in 1912 by a rich plantation owner’s son to woo the love of his life, Halala Kanda House or Firefly Hill is now a luxe estate with years of history thriving within its walls. Abandoned and rundown until restored to its former glory, the estate speaks to colonial Sri Lankan architecture with sprawling gardens, all-white architecture with columns, and a gorgeous pool. Halala Kanda House is located near the southern coast, close to the historical city of Galle. It is a six-bedroom country home fit for a family with children.

Location

Around the villa

New Street market
2.6 km
Mayura Super Market
4.6 km
Malabar Hill
3.0 km
ALOHA Weligama
4.5 km
Indian Gate
3.9 km
Tulenka International
4.2 km
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
172.4 km

Whether you want to visit local antique markets to find the thing you are looking for or explore the rice paddies and plantation nearby, there is so much to do around Halala Kanda House. The city of Galle with its historic 17th-century Dutch Fort is only 30 minutes away. If you head to Weligama beach at dusk, you can observe local fishermen on stilts going about their daily business. Long walks, surfing, and exploring other beaches like Mirissa are some of the many activities you can enjoy around Halala Kanda House.

Reviews

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10/10

The villa is absolutely stunning and the layout convivial as there is a large courtyard around which the rooms, the kitchen and dining area. The staff is professional and kind, we had a great time and the food is stunning. We requested all vegan local Singhalese food and every dish was perfect, delicious and healthy. The villa is located a short Tuk Tuk drive from Weligama and offers serenity and privacy. Can't wait till next time!

Rebecca (Switzerland) stayed at Halala Kanda House with a group of friends and their families from 01/2020 to 01/2020 (Translated from English)
10/10

The Perfect Holiday for Family and Friends A perfect Gem. It was the perfect holiday for the family as well as for our friends. Halala Kanda had a WOW character and the children can’t get enough. We were greeted with the most hospitable and amazing staffs, incredible menu selection as well as the perfect ambience and greenery that surrounds the villa. The staffs were extremely wonderful and such a joy to be with. All of them made all of our children enjoy their every moment in the villa; from climbing the coconut tree, to making cinnamons, visiting the temples, playing with them and much more. The kids definitely misses this place as well as everyone that’s there and we will definitely come back again. A BIG Thank you to everyone in Halala Kanda for making our family holiday spectacular and we hope to see you all soon!

Sasha (Singapore) stayed at Halala Kanda House with a group of friends and their families from 07/2019 to 07/2019 (Translated from English)
10/10

If you have discovered this villa, don't even think twice, just go ahead and book it. I have to say I have stayed in a lot of places worldwide but nothing compares to this villa. It was straight out of a magazine, so beautiful that everyone was in love when they arrived. On top of that, the service was impeccable, the staff was attentive, always smiling and doing their best to make us happy. The rooms are humongous and clean. The beds don't let you leave their comfort, the pool is the perfect length for those much-needed laps, music speakers present all over the house let you play music wherever you may be chilling, the local food prepared by the chef is scrumptious, anything you need is handled by the staff with utmost urgency and professionalism. I can't recommend this place enough. A true gem waiting for you. Thank you guys, you made our holiday perfect :)

Varun (India) stayed at Halala Kanda House with a group of friends and their families from 11/2018 to 11/2018 (Translated from English)

Services & features

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  • Facilities:

    • Air conditioning (contact us)
    • Enclosed living room
    • Free parking private & outdoor
    • Safety box
    • Swimming pool
    • Terrace
    • Wardrobe space
    • Wi-Fi Internet
  • Kids:

    • Baby cot
    • Baby high chair
  • Meals:

    • Daily breakfast included
    • Dinner (extra cost) (contact us)
    • Lunch (extra cost) (contact us)
  • Transport:

    • Driver (extra cost)
  • Services:

    • Housekeeping daily
    • Villa manager
    • Welcome drinks
  • More information:

    • Pers. max.: 10

Villa policies

  • House rules

    • Check-in: after 02:00 pm
    • Check-out: until 12:00 pm
    • Late check-out: until 06:00 pm charged 50% of the daily rate (subject to availability)
  • Price inclusions

    • Villa Finder Concierge
  • Payment terms

    • 50% deposit payment required to confirm your stay
    • Balance payable at least 60 days prior to check-in

Concierge service

Our complimentary concierge service manages pre-trip planning, takes requests during your stay, and helps with anything and everything in between!
  • Baby chairs, cots, strollers
  • Childcare services
  • Grocery shopping
  • In-house massage
  • Pool fencing
  • Private chef
  • Airport transfer
  • Car rental
  • Day trip & chauffeur
  • Private boat/yacht charters
  • Restaurant reservations
  • Tour & activities bookings
Minimum stay 5 bedrooms
from 01/07/2024 to 01/11/2024 High season 5 nights USD 1,250
from 01/11/2024 to 21/12/2024 Low season 5 nights USD 1,050
from 21/12/2024 to 07/01/2025 Peak season 7 nights USD 1,800
from 07/01/2025 to 01/05/2025 High season 5 nights USD 1,250
from 01/05/2025 to 01/07/2025 Low season 5 nights USD 1,050
from 01/07/2025 to 01/11/2025 High season 5 nights USD 1,250
from 01/11/2025 to 21/12/2025 Low season 5 nights USD 1,050

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