Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Ampara

The hosts are a delightful family who also live there. Never met Nishan who is simply a front man for the listing. Would recommend booking via Bookingdotcom for a much better price. A mistake that we learned from. Property delightful and also host family who also live there. But Nishan describing the listing as the entire property is simply not true! Buyer beware.

The river is incredible to bath in , this is the highlight for me & my friend. The beds are very comfortable The bathroom is a bit old & dated but functional The kitchen is functional, could do with another good pan to cook, and gave this feedback to owner Owners parents live across the yard

We had a great time. The property was clean and new, just like in the pictures. Our host was very helpful and available. It was just wonderful. Highly recommend.

We had a wonderful stay! The accommodation was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast served right on our private terrace, with a breathtaking view over the surrounding hills. The peaceful atmosphere and the amazing view made it a perfect place to relax. The hosts were very warmhearted and helpful. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!

What an adventure. We were a group of friends with people of all ages and everyone loved the space. It’s not a child friendly place but kids (and everyone else) loved the surroundings,birds and views. We hiked to the neighboring hill and were rewarded with amazing views. The hosts are very attentive and dealt with any issues proactively. It’s not an easy location but one worth making the effort to get to. The house is beautiful and rustic. An outdoor bathroom isn’t the most practical but somehow adds to the house and we can see how it would be great on the summer. The kitchen had everything we needed, we cooked all our meals with ease, and the local housekeeper is perfect if you prefer not to cook, in fact having her cook for you is a great way of empowering her to create a better life for herself and her family. Jody and Punyaka were always responsive and we hope to have the chance to visit again, it’s not an experience we will easily forget! Don’t miss Diyaluma falls (take swimsuit).

We had al lovely time at Amila’s place. The place is huge, very nice for kids, lots of room to play. Amila is extremely friendly and helpful, drove us around a couple of times and taught us everything about his garden. His knowledge of plants and fruits is remarkable. We were treated to fresh fruits daily and got a tour of his extensive garden. It is a little out of town, although close to the Nine Arches Bridge, so you could walk it if you like. Because we have kids we asked Amila to drop us off and pick us up. Highly recommend!

What an amazing place, in a beautiful area of the island. From the moment we drew up to the gates of the Dutch House, we were greeted by the most gorgeous Dutch villa, and the all-pervasive smile of Kannan, who looked after us like members of the family during our stay. The house sits high on the hills outside of Bandarawela, up a short, but very steep road, which gives it a great vantage point over the surrounding lush hills and mountains. It’s a great climate so a gin and tonic on the veranda was a joy. We made use of the pool, and although not heated, you soon get used to it. The surrounding gardens are very well kept and have a plethora of birds and other wildlife. The food prepared by the on site chef was wonderful, as was the attentive service from Kannan. We also had the best sleep we've had during our trip. Even if you’re not in the immediate area, a drive here and a stay in this wonderful house, will surely be one of the highlights of any trip. It was for ours.

We can only recommend staying in this Villa. It is very quiet, but still close to the main street with all the restaurants and surf shops and has three private rooms, a basic kitchen and living area. The communication with the host was easy and his father was close by to help with any issues. The only negative aspect was that our room wasn't cleaned propperly. Probably that was because we were there at the beginning of the season and it had been empty for a longer time. The rest of the villa was clean.

Great stay at Villawonne! Very easy communication with the host and nice and helpful welcome by the housekeepers. The apartment is well-equiped and comfortable. The rooms are indeed quite cool at night even just with fans and without AC. The open setup has a cool vibe, and even when there are mosquitoes, the net over the beds are well-constructed and effective. We would come back!

This was an amazing stay! I wish I stayed longer. The owners Asith and his wife have made a lovely piece of heaven in the mountains. The property and it's surrounding are a dream! The hosts are kind and made us a top notch breakfast. On top of that they are so accommodating and super hard working. There are some considerations when people choose to book, if you're bringing a mini van it's a bit tricky, but the owners make it work! But just keep in mind roads are narrow. They provide their tuk tuk to help as well.

First, the essential comments: the place was Clean, Comfortable and Convenient: The Three Big C's for a good homestay experience ). It looked and functioned as advertised in the listing and photos, and I truly feel as if I got much more than I paid for, due to a crucial factor: I arrived in a limited mobility state, several days before a caretaker friend joined me. I was compromised to a degree both physically and mentally. Wthout the caring, kind and generous attention of the host family to my welfare and well being, they who lived in the same domicile on the floor below, my experience at Chandrakanthan's place would have been very different indeed. Batticoloa is an exceptionally beautiful town with lots to offer visitors of all ilks and inclinations; so, without reservation, I offer Chandrakanath and his wife, Priya, my absolute highest recommendation for a pleasant and rewarding homestay experience in a delightful environment. Mark my words: you will be glad you did.

My stay at this place by the water was simply & good. The natural sounds and the view of the temple create an peaceful atmosphere—perfect for relaxation. My host was fantastic!!!He speaks excellent English, gave me great tips, and even organized a full-day tour for me. He was patient, kind, and always helpful. The accommodation is slightly away from the tourist crowds—exactly what I was looking for. I stayed for two nights and was completely satisfied. The room had everything I needed, including a small balcony.

Thank you Nimantha for taking us in! This Airbnb apartment is not usually booked trough Airbnb, so I recommend contacting The hostel trough other services. I asked Nimantha to deactive his account.

Oh I just loved this special place. I slept great and woke up to such a beautiful morning on my balcony. I had a tea while watching nature and taking it all in. The garden is very special and I was able to find such a moment of peace there.

It was a perfect time, really recommend 😊

Ruwan was super flexible and responsive. His place was clean and as described.