Historic Illuketia is one of Sri Lanka's most storied plantation houses. Just 5km from Apa Thalpe and Galle, the expansive house is almost 200 years old, a living reminder of the island's colonial past. Thouroughly modernised but retaining its ancient flavour, Illuketia boasts four suites in the main house and the two in the adjacent Pond House, overlooking a lotus lake. The property sits on 10 acres of sumptuous tropical garden and padi fields. Tea estates, Sinhalese villages and charming country lanes cluster close to the estate so be prepared for a unique cultural experience but never compromising on comfort.

Illuketia plantation is a botanical wonderland. Tall trees, majestic bamboo and giant heliconias loom over flowering shrubs, creepers and ferns. Fruits, vegetables, rice and herbs are organically grown in our garden. Our daily floral arrangements are fresh cuts from the plantation. At last count there are 156 bird species, 556 tropical plants, 20 mammals, pond fishes and a variety of reptiles, land monitor lizards and frogs living discreetly within the boundaries.

The Pool:

Illuketia’s 25-meter long (75 feet) swimming pool lies a distance from the main house. Comfortable deck chairs and cushions are placed on the lawn. 
The poolside is the place to watch the sunset.

The main house:

Verandahs: Grandstand for the garden and ponds outdoor. Breakfast is served in one corner while dinner is laid out facing a different setting.
Find your strategic place for afternoon tea and quiet reading or writing. A water channel runs alongside and calls of birds, monkeys and cicadas provide background sound.

Drawing room: Nine matching carved temple doors and a two-tier roof with Balinese carvings allow air to circulate freely. Giant bamboo furniture, lacquered Chinese cabinets, antique porcelains, chandeliers and paintings from Indonesia are personal touches of the owners.
This is the grand room for weddings and other events.

Atrium with the pool: All bedroom suites radiate from the central ornamental pool. Come monsoon, the downpour cascading into the pond is a dramatic splashy display.

The main house Suites

Suite 1 - Hibiscus: The master bedroom is sited in a corner with its own private balcony looking out over padi fields and the village lanes. The spacious bathroom is decorated with Turkish tiles.

Suite 2 - Lotus: Possibly, the largest room with a view to tea hills beyond. Original paintings of Southeast Asian scenes reveal the owners’ trampling grounds. Stylish colour scheme matches the hand-painted lotus bedspread.

Suite 3 - Citronella: Though smaller, the suite is compensated by a private garden terrace to the side of the house. The en-suite bathroom has a large closet and shower and twin vanity basins. Air-conditioning is available.

The Pond House Suites

Suite 5 & 6 - Ginger & Jasmine: The Pond House is a standalone bungalow overlooking a natural lotus-filled pond with two suites facing each other. Ideal for two couples or a family of four or five, it is minutes to the main plantation house and equal distance to the swimming pool at the edge of Illuketia estate.
For those seeking blissful solitude amongst the lush garden and wildlife in passing, this is the house to be in. Yet, it is not completely cut off from the village houses nearby. The open living room of the Pond House has grand couches and armchairs straddling the two suites. Here you can enjoy breakfast or any meal brought in from the main house. Sunbeds on the verandah give you the stretch you need to look out for the splashing monitor lizard and the exotic birds overhead.
Each air-conditioned suite has its own distinct interior with a spacious outdoor shower and private garden.
The Jasmine Suite of the Pond House has a breathtaking Oriental wedding bed richly ornamented with gold and lacquer. The room has ceiling fans and an air-conditioner. Step outside to a bathroom and toilet with an enclosed garden.

CHILD POLICY
Children 00 - 8.99 years - Accomodation Free of Charge (Without an Extra Bed).

CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation: Less than 45 days to the arrival date & No Show - 100% charge on the basis booked will be charged.
Cancellation : 45 days prior to arrival date - $ 60/- Admin fee will be charged.

CHECK IN & CHECK OUT POLICY
Check in Time - 1400HRS
Check Out Time - 1200HRS