Amanwella

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The Beach At Tangalle

• Tangalle has some of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of Sri Lanka, with an ocean of the deepest blue shimmering against the sun. The beach landscapes are also very pretty with fine white sands and swaying coconut palms on a series of isolated bays and coves. The beaches are near deserted and hassle free, affording a great deal of privacy.

Excursions And Things To Do

Local And Day Excursions
• With an early morning start it is possible to visit Yala National Park, the best place in the   world to see Leopards in the wild during daylight hours.
• With an early morning start it is also possible to visit Uda Walawe National Park, Sri   Lanka’s premier elephant sanctuary, where huge herds numbering 200 can sometimes   gather to   feed by Uda Walawe Lake.
• Explore the unique living fort of Old Galle, a Dutch and British colonial settlement with   massive ramparts and streets lined with buildings of great historic interest.
• There are beautiful beaches along the South Coast Road including the reef protected bay   at Unawatuna and the secret beach at Mirissa.
• Mirissa is one of the best locations in the world for Whale Watching, which is possible   between December and April of each year.
• The very ancient rock temple of Mulkirigala lies to the north of Tangalle and contains some   of the most beautiful temples paintings and Buddhist sculptures in the island.

Stopover Excursions And Mini Tours
• Travel up to the Southern Hill Country to amazing villages such as Ella and Haputale that are perched on top of the escarpment with magnificent views of the plains below (stopover night required)

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In A Nutshell:
Amanwella has all the hallmarks of a classic Aman beach property. Its all about minimalist luxury and Bali style accommodation in large private villas that dot the hillsides of a coconut estate leading to the sea. They also have a sister property called Amangalla inside the historic fort of Galle. The place to go for a very exclusive and private beach stay.

Tips: As Tangalle is on the Deep South Coast of the island, it is a good idea to travel via Air Taxi from Colombo Airport to Koggala (1.5 Hours away) or to have stopover nights at Colombo if taking the Deep South Road.

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Amanwella Interior

Amanwella

5 Hours Room And Breakfast

Amanwella is a property sited within a mature coconut grove fronting a crescent shaped beach near the town of Tangalle in southern Sri Lanka. It features 30 upmarket villas with each villa having a private plunge pool. Amanresorts was founded by Adrian Zecha who envisioned a collection of intimate retreats in beautiful surrounds with the unassuming, warm hospitality of a gracious private residence.

Rooms

Suites, linked by pathways, are interspersed along the hillside. Most are within comfortable walking distance and a small resort vehicle is available for transport to the more elevated levels. There are sweeping views of the ocean and the beach, flanked by two rocky headlands.

All 30 suites are identical in layout and design and fall into two categories based on their location and views. The Pool Suites and Ocean Pool Suites are contemporary in design yet blending local material and styles like the distinctive terracotta tiles and hand-hewn stone walls. The suites open on both sides letting in cooling sea breezes. All feature Personal Bars with a selection of juices, soft drinks and beers.

Pool Suites
Situated mostly on the hillside, the Pool Suites enjoy views of the coconut grove and ocean. Floor-to-ceiling glass and latticed panels form two sides of the dwelling.

The private pool measures six by four metres and the courtyard features a banquette for lounging and dining. Timber sliding doors and panels reveal the interior spaces.

There is a combined sleeping and living room with a king-size bed and a credenza featuring a personal bar with refreshments. Sliding screens divide this area from the open-plan bathroom featuring a freestanding bathtub and shower.

The terrace includes a dining table with two chairs and a double sun lounge. Terrazzo floors are finished in muted, sandy tones that reflect the beach setting. Three sets of suites share an outdoor terrace connecting door. These are ideal for families or couples travelling together.

Ocean Pool Suites
Ocean Pool Suites are situated on the lower levels of the hill and enjoy uninterrupted views of the coconut grove and beach. They are identical in design and furnishing to the pool suites and are only differentiated by their location. Most are free-standing, although two sets of pool ocean suites share an outdoor terrace connecting door for families or couples travelling together.

Fine Dining

The Restaurant is perched eight metres above sea level and offers stunning views across the pool towards the coconut grove and beach. The cuisine is Asian and Mediterranean with an emphasis on local seafood from the Indian Ocean. Personalized menus prepared on request.

Adjacent to the Restaurant is the Lounge and Bar which also enjoys panoramic views. Here drinks and light lunches are served along with exotic sundowners. A selection of cigars and post-prandial drinks is also available until late.

The Terrace adjacent to the swimming pool is ideal for alfresco dining. During the day, simple lunches as well as fresh young coconuts and local fruit are served. In the evening guests can dine on antipasti and home-style dishes.

Located close to the beachfront amidst coconut trees and away from the main building, the Beach Club provides an alternative venue for lunch and private dinners. The menu includes simple Asian salads, Mediterranean classics using the local seafood, and granitas and freshly-churned ice-cream. Seafood is cooked over a coconut charcoal barbeque and served with garden fresh salads and local relishes.

Swimming Pool - features a unique “internal wall” design and measures 45m in length and 14m at its widest point.

The Library - offers a variety of reference books on the history, arts, culture and wildlife of Sri Lanka as well as a selection of novels, magazines, newspapers, audio CDs and board games. Internet access is also available.

Gallery And Shop - Sri Lanka has a rich tradition of arts and crafts and the Gallery offers a number of Sri Lankan artefacts. jewellery, textiles and antiques. A variety of convenience items are also available.

Room Rates At Amanwella

SUMMER 2011 - BB