The Last House, Mawella
- Nakulugamuwa, Tangalle
Geoffrey Bawa's final architectural gem set on a private enclave of Tangalle's best beach. Aptly named, Mahawella-The Last House- is a large villa divided into a number of wings to offer privacy to friends and generations of family. The distressed-style blue window frames intersperse the Bawa signature-pillared verandahs. Cement floors and open cream-washed arches join rooms scattered with large glass or teak tables and temple wall hangings. Ornate, antique brass light fittings hang from the high ceilings and the cool air flows around the many Buddhist statues. The vast 2-acre gardens are contained neatly between the villa and the boundary wall with only a few coconut trees and items of garden furniture to mar the view to the ocean. The 10-metre pool is protected in the central courtyard, before the gate out to the blue ocean and your very own wide sandy beach. To the front, the bedrooms overlook a natural lake where resident herons and kingfishers target the fish circling the sea of purple lilies.
Rooms
Discover a charming collection of individually designed rooms and suites, combining colonial elegance, antique furnishings, and modern comforts. With beautiful sea and lake views, each space offers a unique and relaxing retreat surrounded by tropical charm.
Cinnamon Hill Suite
A spacious and elegant sea-view suite featuring a king-size four-poster bed, antique furnishings, and a private balcony. The luxurious ensuite bathroom includes a relaxing bath with beautiful ocean views, creating a perfect blend of comfort and classic style.
Family Suite
Designed for families, this spacious suite offers twin beds, a dedicated nanny room, and comfortable living space. With stylish décor and a private ensuite bathroom, it provides a convenient and relaxing stay for families traveling together.
Triple Bedroom
A unique courtyard-style bedroom featuring a king-size bed and a single bed beneath beautiful decorative details. The ensuite bathroom includes an open-air sunken bath and shower area, offering a memorable and tranquil experience.
Twin Room
A comfortable twin bedroom overlooking the lake, featuring charming décor and a unique outdoor-style bathroom with modern shower facilities for a refreshing stay.
Lake View Bedroom
A romantic elevated bedroom surrounded by glass windows offering beautiful lake views and stunning sunset scenery. Featuring a king-size bed, elegant furnishings, and a cosy ensuite shower room, it is an ideal choice for couples seeking privacy and charm.
Dining
Eat when you like and what you fancy! 'Ananda', Mahawella's highly trained chef, will gather your choice and style of food - fish, spicy, vegetarian - each morning and then practice his culinary skill throughout the day. Afternoon tea is a highlight - home-made cakes and cookies. For lunch we nibbled at tomato and basil brochette, with grilled peppers and prawn satay with a papaya sauce. We had breakfast in the garden, lunch on the garden terrace, so dinner was a sociable affair on the dining terrace, with delicate candles burning everywhere, catching the fire flies in the night air. The menu is comprehensive, for example- lobster, mango and cucumber salad, and a variety of pastas or grilled chicken with Moroccan spices and herbed vegetables. Ananda is an expert at zabaglione for that special occasion. Passion fruit brulee and traditional watalappan are favourites for many. Food is all charged to guests at cost price (average $15 per person per day) and the service is included in the villa tariff. Discretionary tips are welcomed but not sought. Wine, beer and spirits must be ordered in advance but a simple e-mail is sufficient. Bottled water and fresh fruit juices are kept in stock.
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