Holiday rentals with lake access in Sri Lanka

eine sehr nette Familie, ein tolles (zusätzlich zu bezahlendes, aber lohnendes) Frühstück, toll gelegen, zum See 10 Minuten zu Fuß, ruhig

Der Aufenthalt war rundum super – die Unterkunft war sauber, gemütlich und genau wie beschrieben. Besonders hervorheben möchte ich den Gastgeber: unglaublich freundlich, hilfsbereit und immer erreichbar. Man hat sich sofort willkommen gefühlt. Ich kann diesen Ort und den Gastgeber wirklich von Herzen weiterempfehlen. Danke für die tolle Zeit!

Мы провели в этом доме целый месяц и остались в восторге! Просторный, уютный, с прекрасной чилл-зоной у реки, где можно расслабиться и насладиться природой. Особенно понравилась крыша – идеальное место для занятий йогой. Кухня полностью оборудована, так что готовить было удобно. Кровати в спальнях комфортные, спалось отлично. До пляжа всего 5-7 минут пешком, а до серф-спота в Велигаме – около 25 минут. В целом, это был замечательный опыт, и мы благодарны хозяевам за гостеприимство!

Jayathissa's place was big and spacious ands we felt comfortable and at home. The facilities were great and the air-conditioning and fans were especially welcome. It is a short tuktuk ride to the town and restaurants and you can also walk asking the canal and even swim there. Jayathissa was very friendly and helpful and even shared his breakfast with us. His coconut crafts are also very beautiful and we bought some as souvenirs.

Jay's place was really great for a 1 night stay. The area was quiet, peaceful and surrounded by lush greens. It was easy to get around with a car. As a host, both Jay and Vino were very helpful and responsive even late at night. Pleasant stay overall.

Deuxième séjour à Villa Vador et ce fut une nouvelle fois un séjour inoubliable. Mes enfants et petits-enfants ont adoré admirer la faune et la flore. Stephen et son équipe managée par Sasun sont formidables. La villa est très belle et le jardin est merveilleux. Nous n’avions pas envie de partir et espérons revenir dès que possible…

Great place to stay. Gamini’s caretaker was helpful and house looks great. Thoroughly enjoyed visiting anuradhapura and vilpattu national park.

What an awesome start at Ishara's! The beautifully designed house is just the beginning. Mr. Ishara is incredibly attentive, and his family is so welcoming. This stay is simply super – I highly recommend it!

apartment is very Peaceful and sea beach very near also shopping centre you can walk by yourself . garden very clean and beautiful. our family spend very nice time together at the apartment. Specially with papa everything is best There was a lake just next to the garden. Highly recommend. we will come back again soon.

Where to start.. In my 10+ years on Airbnb, I have never come across a property like this. The hosts and their kids are just exquisite. They go above and beyond to make you feel at home and cater to your every need. The apartment is brand-new, super clean, and has all the amenities needed at the same time the lush jungle and green surroundings give a very tropical vibe. Working from home cannot be better, more peaceful, and private and with high-speed internet. The family loves to cook a meal for you, so you can keep on working or simply enjoy a relaxing stay. There is also the possibility to rent their scooter or tuk-tuk, make use of the laundry services and enjoy a yoga session on the rooftop deck. It's situated in the middle of the jungle, with monkeys and all kinds of lovely creatures. We love to surf, and with the beach just 5 mins scooter ride away, we felt like we had everything we could dream of. We will be back for sure!:) Thank you Nalaka and family for the wonderful stay!

コロンボの中でもロケーションがよく、目の前にスーパーもあり、とても便利な場所でした。35階からの景色は素晴らしく、部屋は写真の通りで、清潔。とても心地よく過ごしました。 チェックインからチェックアウトまで、とてもわかりやすく、Rizanさんはすぐに返信してくれて安心です。プールやジムもあり、また滞在したいと思います。

Umendra is a very kind and friendly host. She always made sure we felt comfortable at her place. I would not hesitate to recommend her place to anyone. This is a beautiful unit with excellent views .even better than the pictures on the Airbnb website. Restaurants and a supermarket are within walking distance Buddhika was very helpful too he even came late at night to hand over the keys to us.

My best Airbnb experience Firstly, I arrived from the airport just after midnight but the host very kindly organised a representative to meet me at entrance to help with my check in. It was quick and easy. After I get to my room, I just simply went wow! the views are breath taking and the apartment is so much bigger than I pictured from the listing. Everything was beyond my expectations. They had even fully stocked the fridge and pantry with groceries for me even milk, eggs and tea. Aromatic candles in the bathrooom were a lovely touch. Next day I went to the pool and gym to be simply amazed by the beautiful views of Colombo city scape overlooking the Lotus Tower. Lastly special mention to her husband for taking time to meet me at check out to store my luggage at their other apartment until my next reservation. The best airbnb listing and hosts I have had the pleasure of meeting.. highly recommended. I will be back and thank you for making my stay special ☺️🙏🏽

Our stay at Pramod's place with my family was fantastic! He is truly an incredible host, always attentive to our needs and ready to help with anything we required. His kindness and generosity exceeded all expectations, from assisting with our late check-in due to a delayed flight to helping us organize various trips around the area. The apartment is fantastic, always clean and located in a convenient area for any interest. I highly recommend staying with him so an unique experience !

Wir waren Mega zufrieden mit dieser Unterkunft. Laki ist so ein toller Gastgeber! Er hat uns viele Sachen gezeigt und Transfer zur Verfügung gestellt. Zudem war er zu jeder Zeit erreichbar und hat uns immer direkt geholfen. Die Unterkunft ist sauber und gepflegt. Man hat alles was man braucht. Wenn wir wieder nach Hikka kommen, dann definitiv wieder zu Laki! Danke 🩷

Wir waren zum 2. mal hier und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.

Staying at Lakmali's place in Runakanda Forest is definitely one of my top 5 favorite places in Sri Lanka. I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to stay there, especially with my mom, as it was her first time in Sri Lanka,and she absolutely loved every moment of it! The food was beyond incredible! Each meal was showcasing the rich and flavorful Sri Lankan cuisine. The peaceful and serene surroundings of the forest made it the perfect escape. It’s a truly tranquil place where we could relax, and the location was just ideal for enjoying authentic local experiences. We had the chance to pick tea just a short walk away from the cottage, a unique experience that we’ll never forget. We also had the pleasure of meeting wonderful people, and the warm hospitality made our stay feel special. My mom and I both agreed that it was a stay we’ll cherish forever. I can’t recommend Lakmali’s place highly enough for anyone looking for a peaceful, authentic, and unforgettable experience in SL !

I’ve stayed at many Airbnb’s and this may be my favorite. It’s serene, right in nature, yet extremely comfortable. They get me anything I need, food, water, etc. The bed is comfy, the middle glass room is my favorite, to write and meditate and stare at the eagles. The kitchen has everything you need. This place is perfect if you want an escape. If you want time to just be with yourself and loved ones. I feel really blessed to have found this space. It’s exactly what I needed for this point in my life. 5 stars across the board. I hope you get to experience the magic of this Airbnb.

Stayed between 15-18th of April 2025. This is the second time I visited this property. Absolutely a gem of place to relax and unwind. The location is full of nature only the sound of the birds can be heard. The views are stunning with a beautiful lake in front and a large paddy field. An unspoilt village to show children how the rural village life goes about. There are plenty of bicycle for the guests to use FoC and Can take a bicycle ride across the village and on the bundt of the lakes in and around and enjoy the picturesque views of the lakes and the Galkiriyagama rock that spans for 7kms. During the night only the sound of nature you can hear. In the evening a dip in the lake with the villages is not to be missed. The property is very clearly kept. The food is absolutely tasty and made in a kitchen cleanly kept. Ideal place to enjoy traditional Sri Lankan Rice and Curry and other Sri Lankan food. A place definitely you want to revisit over and over again. Great value for money.

We really loved Anushka’s place. We messaged her the night before as we decided to extend our stay, but our accomodation for the first night only had one night available. Mark came and met us from the bottom of the road the next morning when our driver wasn’t sure where it was. Him and his parents were so lovely and helpful. They made a fire for us and offered us bikes to use if we wanted as well as offered to cook for us. They let us do our washing and provided us with all the crockery for breakfast. The house was within walking distance to the lake and there are lots of great restaurants nearby. We really liked Themperadu. Was a gorgeous place to stay and would definitely return there.

Amazing location on the lake. The host and dinil are super helpful and took care of all our needs. Would definitely come back again. Thank you guys

Amazing room, spectacular views and delicious breakfast. Hariharan and the staff are great. you will always find them smiling. the resort is heaven for couples.

We had a lovely 2-night stay at Charles’ place! The location was fantastic — easy to find and overlooking the beautiful Gregory Lake. The property looked just like the photos and had all the amenities listed, making our stay very comfortable. A special thanks to the caretaker, Devi, who was incredibly kind and helpful throughout. The home is in a wonderful spot — right next to Gregory Lake, with most attractions just a short tuk-tuk ride away. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area and looking for a peaceful, well-located stay with warm hospitality!

Accom is as described - basic amenities provided, hairdryer on request. My friends and I enjoyed the padi field view right in front of our rooms. Sigiriya rock fortress can be seen from the lake which is a short walk away from the accom. Hospitable host; refreshing fruit juice was provided on arrival and departure. We wanted to catch the sunset after we arrived, and the host arranged for her son to guide us to the water tank to catch the beautiful sunset. We enjoyed the nature walk to the water tank a lot. Food is awesome, recommended to try their local meal!