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Mountain View Villa – Gurutalawa (Upcountry Retreat)
Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka’s upcountry, this mountain-view villa in Gurutalawa offers a peaceful escape surrounded by cool climates and scenic landscapes.
The studio-type apartment features a spacious deluxe room with:
2 comfortable queen-size beds
An extra queen-size spring mattress (ideal for families or small groups)
Perfect for a family trip or a relaxing getaway, the villa combines comfort, space, and breathtaking views, making it an ideal home away from home.
The studio apartment also includes a well-equipped kitchen with essential cooking items, allowing guests to prepare their own meals comfortably during their stay.
📍 Nearby Attractions – Distances & Travel Times
(Approximate travel times by car)
🌿 Nature & Scenic Attractions
• St. Thomas’ College, Gurutalawa – 200m | 5 minutes
A historic and scenic landmark in the heart of Gurutalawa.
• Welimada Town – 12 km | 25 minutes
A lively town with local markets, eateries, and access to waterfalls.
• Badulla Town – 28 km | 55 minutes
Explore temples, colonial history, and local shopping.
• Haputale Town – 55 km | 2 hours
A charming hill town known for cool weather, mountain views, and colonial-era charm.
• Lipton’s Seat – 60 km | 2 hours 15 minutes
One of Sri Lanka’s most famous viewpoints; enjoy panoramic views over tea estates. Best visited early morning.
• Dambatenne Tea Factory – 58 km | 2 hours
Learn about Ceylon tea production at Sir Thomas Lipton’s original tea factory.
• Thangamale Bird Sanctuary – 56 km | 2 hours
A peaceful forest reserve ideal for nature walks and bird watching.
🏞️ Hill Country & Adventure Spots
• Ohiya – 30 km | 1 hour
Gateway to Horton Plains with stunning mountain views.
• Horton Plains National Park & World’s End – 35 km | 1 hour 30 minutes
Famous for panoramic cliffs, Baker’s Falls, and wildlife.
• Ella Town – 40 km | 1 hour 30 minutes
Home to Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arches Bridge, cafés, and scenic hikes.
• Nine Arches Bridge – 42 km | 1 hour 35 minutes
A famous colonial-era railway bridge surrounded by tea estates.
• Diyatalawa Town – 45 km | 1 hour 45 minutes
A quiet hill-station town with cool weather and colonial charm.
• Diyatalawa Lake & Walking Track – 46 km | 1 hour 50 minutes
Ideal for evening walks, relaxation, and enjoying misty mountain views.
• Suriyakanda Viewpoints (near Diyatalawa) – 48 km | 2 hours
Scenic lookouts offering panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
• Piduruthalagala Viewpoints (Base Area) – 75 km | 3 hours
Surrounding viewpoints of Sri Lanka’s highest mountain (restricted summit access).
• Nuwara Eliya Town – 70 km | 2.5–3 hours
Known as “Little England”, famous for its cool climate, colonial architecture, and well-kept gardens.
• Victoria Park – 71 km | 2.5–3 hours
A beautifully maintained park in the city center, ideal for leisurely walks and bird watching.
• Gregory Lake – 72 km | 2.5–3 hours
Popular for boat rides, cycling, pony rides, and lakeside cafés.
🌺 Tea & Botanical Experiences
• Hakgala Botanical Garden – 77 km | 3 hours
Famous for roses, orchids, and exotic plants set against misty hills.
🏞️ Waterfalls & Outdoor Experiences
• Diyaluma Waterfall – 70 km | 2 hours 30 minutes
Sri Lanka’s second-highest waterfall, famous for its natural infinity pools and hiking trails.
• Upper Diyaluma Pools – 72 km | 2 hours 40 minutes
A popular adventure spot offering stunning cliff-edge views and swimming areas.
• Bomburu Ella Waterfall – 16 km | 40 minutes
One of Sri Lanka’s widest waterfalls, ideal for nature lovers and families.
• Dunhinda Waterfall (Badulla) – 25 km | 50 minutes
A must-visit iconic waterfall with a short forest trek.
🕌 Cultural & Local Attractions
• Adisham Bungalow (Adisham Monastery) – 57 km | 2 hours
A historic stone mansion with beautiful gardens, showcasing British-era architecture.
• Haputale Viewpoints & Tea Trails – 55–60 km | 2–2.5 hours
Ideal for relaxed walks through tea estates with sweeping valley views.
🚆 Unique Experiences
• Scenic Train Journey (Ohiya / Badulla Stations) –
Ohiya Station: 30 km | 1 hour
Badulla Station: 28 km | 55 minutes
One of the world’s most scenic train routes through tea plantations and misty hills.
✨ Mountain View Villa – Gurutalawa offers easy access to Sri Lanka’s most beautiful hill-country attractions while providing a peaceful retreat away from crowds.
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