A peaceful family-friendly country estate
TAYLOR ’ S HILL Deltota
NAMED AFTER JAMES TAYLOR , who historically began the cultivation of tea in Sri Lanka , Taylor ’ s Hill is an intimate boutique hotel that has all the charm and warmth of a beautifully preserved colonial house . Its porch , stone façade , and pitched roof are reminiscent of an old English country mansion , accessible via a gravel drive that winds around green lawns . On the grass , white chairs and tables look out across the sublime Hill and Tea Country , sheltered by trees and accompanied by a freeform swimming pool , perched right on the hill edge . Guests are welcomed in by the friendly in-house staff , through the arched red front door , into the world of colonial Sri Lanka . Take breakfast in the light , floral Morning Room , where the elegant 1950s vibe transports you back to the house ’ s beginnings . The rooms are designed with glamour and homeliness in mind , and each with its own unique flavour . A cosy lounge with log-burning fire and organised trips to tea plantations introduce you to this distinctive island . When dining in the Morning Room , enjoying Afternoon Tea on the lawn , or sampling a fine , multi-course dinner , you can be assured that only fresh , local ingredients have been used . Taylor ’ s Hill is a charming retreat in Sri Lanka ’ s most rurally picturesque region ; cultural and historic sites , an abundance of natural beauty , walking paths , and scenic picnic spots are just on your doorstep .
Hotel facts
Location Deltota , 32km from Kandy . Distance from airport 123km , about a 3 and a half hours ’ drive . Local interest Loolecondera Estate , garrison cemetery , Peredinaya ’ s Botanical Gardens , elephant orphanage , Kandy , Nuwara Eliya 67km . Activities nearby Tennis , walking , hiking , cycling , swimming . Child policy Very family-friendly , with convertible family suites .
Category Luxury - first class .
Facilities at hotel
Swimming pool , tennis and badminton court , croquet lawns , games room , TV room , library , bicycle hire , Morning Room .
Accommodation
Number of rooms 5 . Each room has a wholly unique style , but still with consistent modern amenities .
An attractive country getaway with panoramic views
BOUGAINVILLEA RETREAT Rajawella , near Kandy
Exterior of Taylor ’ s Hill
Le Cocq room at Taylor ’ s Hill
Le Cocq . Double room designed in a French style , with large bathroom with drench shower and vanity . Taylor . Twin room with two queen sized beds , and large bathroom with drench shower and vanity . Lipton . Double room with floral decoration , with large bathroom with drench shower and vanity . Pattiyagama . Double room with garden and country views , with large bathroom with drench shower and
TAYLOR ’ S HILL EXH1899 Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with Sri Lankan London to Colombo return in economy , private transfers and bed and breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room .
Price guide per person based on sharing a Le Cocq room . 7 nights from about £ 1,755
These prices are a guide only and do not take into account any special offers or peak season supplements . The best possible price will be put together for you at the time of enquiry .
vanity . Connecting room for children ’ s use . Loolecondera . Spacious double room with garden and country views , with large bathroom with drench shower and vanity . Sitting room can be converted into children ’ s sleeping area .
KNOWN FOR ITS FRIENDLY AND ATTENTIVE STAFF and its delicious fresh food , this villa also has stunningly peaceful views across the Victoria Golf Course . A home-from-home high in the mountains , the Bougainvillea Retreat offers privacy in the very heart of Sri Lanka , with a cosy library of floor-to-ceiling bookcases , and a bold art deco living and dining space at its centre . Curved balconies look over green hills and lagoons . Each of the individually characterful rooms blends simplistic wooden furnishings with dark rustic beams and panoramic windows . Outside , a large freeform infinity pool acts as an enticing oasis , with rocks and palm trees skirting the outer rim . The Garden Rooms are separated from the main house by the pool , and offer an additional touch of privacy . Also set away from the villa is the outdoor spa : a tranquil , tropical paradise where guests can enjoy massages , beauty treatments , and an outdoor Jacuzzi . In the evenings , enjoy cuisine inspired by the wholesome and spicy flavours of Sri Lanka that incorporates the fruit , vegetables , and spices grown on the estate . Dinner is served on the subtly lit pool terrace or in the spacious dining room . During the day , venture out across the surfaces of nearby lakes by kayak or boat , take a round of golf on the Victoria course , or try some yoga to assist in your full immersion into the Sri Lankan lifestyle . Hotel facts
Category Luxury – first class .
Location On the banks of the Victoria Reservoir , Facilities at hotel 25km from Kandy .
Dining room , swimming pool , spa , mini-cinema , Distance from airport 128km , about 3 and a half lounge , games room , and library .
hours ’ drive away Local interest Kandy market , Temple of the Tooth Relic , Royal Palace of Kandy , Kandy Lake , Royal Botanical Gardens , Knuckles Mountains . Activities nearby Lake water sports , hiking , walking . Excursions further afield Dambulla rock temples 81km , Polonnaruwa medieval city 155km , Anuradhapura spiritual centre 147km
Accommodation
Number of rooms 8 . All with air-conditioning , balcony or terrace , Scandinavian bed linen and pillows , and modern amenities . Type A Main Villa Room . Type B Garden Room . Separate from villa , with private garden .
Swimming pool , exterior , and views at the Bougainvillea Retreat
Main living area at the Bougainvillea Retreat
BOUGAINVILLEA RETREAT EXH1909 Expressions Holidays includes scheduled flights with Sri Lankan London to Colombo return in economy , private transfers and bed and breakfast based on two people sharing a double or twin room .
This hotel is usually included as part of a touring holiday . Prices are available on request .
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