Set in the heart of Sri Lanka’s historic Galle Fort is the captivating 4-bedroom villa known as Villa Seventy 7 at Leyn Baan. This heritage villa by Taru Villas is a new property addition to the company’s portfolio of owned and managed boutique hotels and luxury villas. It is a villa that caters perfectly to families or small groups with the privacy and exclusivity afforded throughout their stay. Villa Seventy 7 at Leyn Baan is a celebration of the rich history of its location and roots, and its appeal is heightened by the opulent yet understated furnishings for all of its spaces. The ambiance is reflective of contemporary and colonial with the tasteful mix of statement pieces and furniture within. With Galle being one of the major cities in this jewel-shaped nation of Sri Lanka, there are plenty of immersive experiences to explore by setting foot out from your base here at this villa.
There are 4 stylish bedrooms here at Villa Seventy 7 at Leyn Baan, which can host up to 8 guests maximum. A sense of classical grandeur fills the rooms, which are all equipped with king-sized beds, individually-controlled air-conditioning, overhead fans as well as hot and cold showers. Also provided are in-room safes, hairdryers and cable television . Guests will be pleased to know of the en-suite bathrooms that are just as classy as the rooms. Complimentary WiFi connectivity is available throughout.
Villa Seventy 7 at Leyn Baan has a private pool at its roof terrace for guests who wish to swim or bask under the sun. The outdoor terrace provides a comprehensive view of its immediate surroundings and streets below with the hive of activities, many landmarks, and locals going about their daily routine.
The warm and soft lighting used throughout the villa is a boon to the cozy and intimate atmosphere that guests can expect. The kitchen in hues of white-washed walls and dark rich surface tops has all the necessary amenities including a stove and cooking utensils, as well as a lovely kitchen island that creates counter space and an extra option for dining seating. The actual dining takes place at the adjoining space of the open kitchen area, separated by only an open wall partition. The living hall is decorated with large paintings and an eclectic mix of lounge sets, sofas and wooden chairs that set the mood for conversations, laughter and quality time.
The villa is a self-catering villa, with daily housekeeping provided should guests wish for their rooms to be attended to each day. There is also an in-house laundry service whereby guests can have their laundry conveniently cleaned and ironed. Guests who do not wish to cook or eat out at restaurants can opt for a can opt for a personal chef service which needs to be requested in advance, at the time of your villa reservation. This service can include grocery shopping on your behalf - should you choose to - and thereafter have meals prepared and cooked for you.
A variety of restaurants are within walking distance of Villa Seventy 7 at Leyn Baan, which makes dining out a breezy and convenient affair, and to satiate any hunger pangs. Within Galle are a good range of available excursions for travelers, such as Yala Safari which is a day outing to Sri Lanka’s National Park to experience wildlife at its best, the Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya Visit, which is a serene temple with meditation cave tucked away quietly in the inland of Galle amidst large rock formations. Also, a much-talked-about site of attraction is the Stilt Fishermen , a traditional vocation and craft demonstrated by skilled fishermen hanging on stilts in the ocean bays around Weligama and Galle. Other landmarks close by are churches, museums and forts , which are lovely reminders of the past and the historical town that Galle generally is.