The Box House

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent
  • The entire place is yours
  • 2153 ft² size
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wifi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bath

About this property

Spacious Accommodations: The Box House in Tangalle offers a spacious villa with five bedrooms and five bathrooms. Guests enjoy a living room, terrace, and private pool. Exceptional Facilities: The property features a sun terrace, garden, open-air bath, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Dining Experience: A family-friendly restaurant serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and high tea with seafood, local, Asian, international, and barbecue grill cuisines. Convenient Location: Located 34 mi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport, The Box House is near Tangalle Beach (1.7 mi) and Hummanaya Blow Hole (11 mi). Guests appreciate the garden, swimming pool, and room cleanliness.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

  • Canoeing

  • Cycling

  • Open-air bath

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Shams
Iraq Iraq
“Quiet clean house, very good location, specious & very clean rooms , comfortable beds , equipments such as kettle , coffee machine, fridge & audio device are available which make things easier, big nice pool , great staff brother & his sister...”
Monika
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The house was very clean, staff pleasant and the setting is beautiful”
Arwa
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“‏I had a great experience staying at this resort. The place was very clean and beautifully maintained. The view from my room was absolutely breathtaking – I couldn’t get enough of it! The staff were incredibly friendly, respectful, and...”
Janith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location, privacy and the pool facilities. Breakfast on the 2nd day was to our liking.”
Chamara
Denmark Denmark
“Just fabulous place in every since - nature in the back-yard. Calm and peaceful area to spend few days in. The area have some good food options in walking distance. The beach is 20 min on foot but it’s one of the good ones to spend the day in....”
Shanika
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“We had a wonderful time at the Box House. The staff was really helpful with everything and quickly attended to our needs. The food was delicious. The rooms were clean and spacious. The environment was quiet and it was perfect for a relaxing family...”
Sharon
New Zealand New Zealand
“The pool! We had so much fun in the pool. Beautiful leafy garden to keep cool in. The food was delicious and the rooms lovely. Thank you for having us 🫶🏼”
Jo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The property is a design delight - really stunning but it is a little tired and could do with a slight bit of refreshing. The people working there were amazing and could not do enough to ensure the property was clean, you had everything you needed...”
Stacey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The villa was spotlessly clean and clearly well looked after. The staff were always on hand and really helpful. It was just a gorgeous place to chill and only a 10 / 15 minute walk to the beach, passing lovely people on the way and sometimes...”
Héloise
Singapore Singapore
“We had a great time at the box house. Nice villa and pool and we enjoyed the food they cooked for us... the personal was always available and did everything that you can feel us at home. we recommend this place for sure... for families or group of...”

Hosted by Kasun Andrahennadi

9
Host Review Score
Kasun Andrahennadi
Nestled amidst a grove of towering Satinwood Trees, this modern villa is made up of Five re-purposed shipping containers. The rooms are well appointed and spacious, and well insulated from the heat. All rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms and 5 star hotel grade Bed & Bath amenities. Centrally located, just 3.5KMs from Tangalle Town, and walking distance to the main Tangalle-Hambantota A2 Highway. This property is located on the beach access road, just 1KM away from Marakolliya beach. This Architect designed villa is a one-of-a-kind experience. The original form of the containers' industrial exterior has been maintained, while the interior has been transformed into a chic space with a custom designed furniture fit-out. The villa is centred around an internal courtyard, which Blends the outdoors with the indoors, making it a plush exotic living experience. This gated private property is located on an acre of land; guests can enjoy peaceful walks through its grove of shady Satinwood trees as well as swim in its 40 foot private pool. Dedicated Butler at the Villa to provide meals and basic services. Meals can be provided at an additional cost.
Centrally located, just 3.5KMs from Tangalle Town, and walking distance to the main Tangalle-Hambantota A2 Highway. This property is located on the beach access road, just 1KM away from Marakolliya beach & Wildlife Turtle Project Kapuhenwala where turtle watching can be arranged in the nature of the beach. This property is in close proximity to other popular beaches & attractions in Tangalle
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Seafood • Local • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

Amenities of The Box House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

The Box House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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