Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys!
An old colonial villa carefully restored to keep the original character and to provide luxury and modern comforts.
The villa sleeps up to 6 people in three air conditioned bedrooms with four poster beds - two doubles (one with a queen sized bed) and the third with two single beds. Each bedroom has an en suite bathroom and there is a living room, kitchen and a veranda for relaxing and dining overlooking the 40 foot long private swimming pool and the lake.
We offer a complimentary breakfast, filtered water, air conditioning, wifi and daily housekeeping. The resident chef and houseboy will be available to look after your every need. You will be able to order lunch or dinner from our reasonably priced menu and then relax on the veranda eating it, whilst enjoying the beauty of the garden and the monkeys swinging in the trees.
Near the South Western coast and the Indian Ocean and in probably one of the most beautiful regions of Sri Lanka, this is a large private property in the quiet village of Godahena with direct views over the 390 hectare Madampe lake. The landscaped garden contains many different types of trees and plants, including medicinal plants and tropical fruit trees. The immediately adjacent lake creates a unique biodiversity and there are a great variety of birds, wildlife, different types of vegetation and fish.
The villa is about 15 minutes by tuk-tuk from some quiet and beautiful beaches.
Nearby Ambalangoda is a lively town with many things to see, including the famous mask factory and museum and an historical bell tower. Not far away can be found the longest reclining Buddha statue in South Asia, a moonstone mine and turtle and fish farms.
Close to paradise and an ideal place to totally unwind and relax - yet, only about 1 1/2 hours from Colombo and the airport (depending on the traffic).
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Note from host: We can organize small parties for you
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Ambalangoda
Located in Ambalangoda, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Natural Moonstone Mine and Seenigama Temple are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hikkaduwa National Park and Kosgoda Spice Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Pasindu Rasa Wimana ~ පසිඳු රස විමන - 9 min drive
Sanekvin - 7 min drive
Nuwara Bar - 16 min drive
Pizza Hut Ambalangoda - 7 min drive
Wok Restaurant - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys!?
As of 20 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys! on 8 April 2026 start from NZ$247, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Villa Godahena, Beautiful Lakeside Villa with Private Gardens, Pool and Monkeys! located?
Situated by the sea, this villa is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Ariyapala Mask Museum and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ambalangoda Beach and Puppet Museum. Akurala Beach and Gurusinghe Moonstone Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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We loved ou r stay at the villa. Pool for fantastic and the villa itself had everything we needed. Staff were wonderful with nothing too much trouble.
GLYNIS L.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 December 2023
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Villa Godahena and we hope to be able to welcome you again one day. It was kind of you to mention our hard working staff, who will be appreciative of your comments
It was a tremendous experience and i'm happy that we chose this place. The nature with the all the partly unique animals and insects was breathtaking. The staff was very friendly and helped us with everything. We hope we will come back again!
Commander E.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2024
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again.
This property is a little bit of heaven. We arrived after a week of exploring the island to find peace and stunning beauty. The villa is comfortable and affords the benefit of two wonderful staff who take of your every need. There is also a property manager who will arrange for any trips you wish to take.
We have absolutely no hesitation in recommending the villa as the perfect holiday retreat and we definitely would like to return.
Travelled around Asia for many years and this might be the best place we've ever stayed at.
The owner and staff were very accommodating.
Our family had a wonderful te here. I'm so glad we found it.
Good work Martin.
john k.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write such a great review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
About the host
Hosted by Martin
I am a British guy who loves spending time in Sri Lanka. My villas are in the Ambalangoda area, which has amazing palm fringed beaches and a 390 hectare lake. I have a local partner and team and we are hoping to welcome you soon, so that you can enjoy the best of Sri Lankan hospitality.
Why they chose this property
The location is simply stunning: the old colonial villa is in an elevated position overlooking the pool and the Madampe lake. The beautiful gardens are full of wildlife often including monkeys, yet are very peaceful and an ideal place to unwind and relax. Enjoy the nature, whilst being a short tuk tuk ride away from the lively town of Ambalangoda and some amazing beaches.
What makes this property unique
The old colonial villa with its traditional furnishings and antiques gives you an insight into Sri Lanka's rich history, while providing luxury and modern comforts.
The location is undeniable beautiful and the villa manager, resident chef and houseboy will be on hand to welcome you and to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.