Suriyawatta

Suriyawatta is a sunny, south-facing family beach house perched above a lagoon, with terraced lawns stepping down to the pool and a private gate onto the beach. Four of its five bedrooms close off around an inner courtyard, which makes it especially easy for families with young children.

Highlights of Suriyawatta

• South-facing beach house above a lagoon
• Private gate onto the beach
• Seasonal swimming and surfing
• Five bedrooms sleeping up to 12
• Bunk room with four beds for children
• Terraced lawns and an 8-metre pool
• Satellite TV, DVD and surround sound

Bedrooms and bathrooms

• Main house: four bedrooms around an inner courtyard (two doubles, one twin and a bunk room with four beds)
• Garden suite: a fifth bedroom in a stand-alone building

Rate sheets list two doubles, two twins and the bunk room, sleeping 8 adults and 4 children.

Living spaces and pool

The house has polished terracotta floors and a wide verandah facing the garden and ocean, where the dining table sits. The gardens step down in three terraces: house, pool, then the gate to the beach.

Staff and services

A chef and house staff look after the house, with meals charged on an ingredients-plus-transport basis.

Location: Weligama

A PADI dive school and an ocean sports centre for paddle boarding, surfing and kayaking are nearby. Colombo airport is about 1 hour 45 minutes away.

Who it’s for

Families with young children and groups who want direct beach access and a home that feels lived-in.

Rates and booking

Rates for Suriyawatta start at ₹1,08,000 per night for the whole villa, including taxes and service charge, and vary by season, dates and group size. Send us your dates and number of guests through the enquiry form or WhatsApp, and the Gorilla Stays team will confirm availability, the best rate and any extras such as airport transfers, a private chef or in-villa spa treatments.