Set in Habaraduwa, Rice House offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.4 km from Talpe Beach. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The spacious villa is fitted with 5 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 5 bathrooms with a shower and a hair dryer. Guests can take in the views of the pool from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The villa offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fruits are available every morning at the villa. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to have groceries delivered. Guests at Rice House can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Koggala Beach is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Galle International Cricket Stadium is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Koggala Airport, 3 km from Rice House.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Cycling

Diving

Snorkelling


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
and
2 bunk beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 4:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 5:
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10
High score for Habaraduwa

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  • Sander
    Estonia Estonia
    95 / 5 000 Tõlke tulemused Tõlketulemus Very good service. A top-notch chef. Quiet neighborhood. Comfortable beds and a clean pool.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Eden Villas in Sri Lanka

Company review score: 9.6Based on 204 reviews from 17 properties
17 managed properties

Company information

Eden Villas Management (EVM) is the villa management and marketing arm of Eden Villas, the Sri Lanka villa specialists since 1999, bringing Sri Lanka villas to the global travel industry in a professional framework guided by a knowledgeable and experienced team. All the villas we offer here are superbly managed and are chosen because they all offer something unique. They are all luxurious and provide unparalleled levels of privacy and service. Some are family beach villas with direct beach access; some are located in the UNESCO World Heritage Galle Fort and will appeal to the more historically minded whilst others are surrounded by the beautiful tropical Sri Lankan country side. All have professional house staff.

Property information

The Rice House is a serene and secluded old house beautifully renovated enjoying far reaching views across rice fields a just a short drive to beautiful white sand beaches. Renovated with attention to detail this characterful house, with high wooden ceilings and king trusses, terra cotta tiles, antique doors and windows. and hand picked antiques is a step back in time with modern facilities. The house has 5 air conditioned bedrooms, all ensuite. Four are in the main house whilst the 5th is set slight apart and accessed from the garden. In the house there are 2 king, 1 queen size, 1 twin suite all with antique 4 poster beds and fitted mosquito nets. 3 of these bedrooms have a single daybed that can be made into an extra bed for a child or young adult. The fifth bedroom suite, located in the Pink House separate to the main house, contains a kingsize bamboo bed as well as 2 bunk beds suitable for children or young adults. A main covered veranda faces west offering panoramic views across the rice fields. It is a relaxing place from which to watch abundant wildlife like the dancing peacocks, king fishers and water buffalos as well as the rice farmers go about their task.

Neighbourhood information

The Rice House is a serene and secluded old house beautifully renovated enjoying far reaching views across rice fields a just a short drive to beautiful white sand beaches. It is just a 15-minute walk to a picture perfect tropical beach, passing the temple, verdant rice paddies and local shops and houses, offering a more authentic slice of Sri Lanka.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Rice House
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
      Additional charge
    • Patio
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Infinity pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Food & Drink
    • Fruits
      Additional charge
    • Kid meals
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
    • Special diet menus (on request)
    • Room service
    Activities
    • Cooking class
      Additional charge
    • Bike tours
      Additional charge
    • Snorkelling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    Services & Extras
    • Wake-up service
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Landmark view
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Rice House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 18:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 09:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 cot available upon request.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Rice House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that there will be an additional bank charge of 3% when you pay with a credit card

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Rice House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Rice House

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Rice House on this page.

    • Rice House has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 5 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Rice House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Bike tours
      • Cooking class
      • Bicycle rental
      • Swimming Pool

    • Rice House is 0.7 miles from the centre of Habaraduwa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Rice House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Check-in at Rice House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Rice House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Rice House can accommodate the following group size:

      • 10 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.