The Kandy House
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The Kandy House was restored in 2005 by Geoffrey Bawa's protege, Channa Daswatte. A peaceful and tranquil setting offers beautiful landscaped gardens around the
There are just 9 rooms, including a family suite. Each room is furnished with stunning Dutch antique furniture, many with a four poster bed. The modern ensuite bathrooms provide a washed concrete style double vanity area and shower area, and a stately Victorian bath. Rooms have enchanting names such as Peacock Royal, The Cornelian, Black Rajah and Lime Butterfly.
Take a stroll through the lush gardens arranged on three levels and drop down to the infinity pool. Lounge away the afternoon to the cooing of the estate wood pigeons The elephant orphanage, Botanical Gardens and temple of the Tooth are all within an easy drive by car, as are many cultural sites. Yoga is available and there is delightful hiking around the area with time to admire the colourful flora and fauna. Guests to date have provided excellent feedback on every element of the House.
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A superb historic dwelling, once the ancestral home of a Kandyan family "Ratwatte's" and recently refurbished to its glorious halcyon splendour. 
master house with a swimming pool at the foot of the valley garden. Roses, avocados, Jackwood, Papaya, Sri Lankan orange and Kithul trees -supplying mountains of treacle for delicious desserts- surround you in the gardens as you relax with the familiar ritual of afternoon tea.
The main house is designed quite uniquely on two storeys with a central atrium courtyard, typical of many colonial homes, allowing maximum circulation of the air. The sweeping Jackwood staircase and landings add a definitive character to this truely boutique 
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The central sitting area opens onto the verandah and the sun streams in during the early evenings. The dining room feels wonderfully sophisticated and yet a home from home. The daily menu of International cuisine is dominated by fresh local produce but the talented chef takes inspiration from around the world to create wonderful dishes.
