About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Villa Bird Gate in Galle offers a serene garden and terrace, complemented by a bar and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the balcony with garden views. Comfortable Amenities: Each room features air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a work desk. Additional amenities include a tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, and soundproofing, ensuring a comfortable stay. Convenient Location: Located 9.9 mi from Koggala Airport, Villa Bird Gate is an 8-minute walk from Mahamodara Beach. Nearby attractions include Galle Fort and Dutch Church Galle, each within 1.9 mi. Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the convenient nature trips, friendly host, and peaceful environment, making it ideal for a relaxing stay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)


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Mary
Canada Canada
Serene!!! So close to all you need but chilling for breakfast or late afternoon priceless. Our host was awesome - took us wherever we wanted to go. Food was great. Saw wildlife each morning. 😃
Michael
Australia Australia
Luka was an amazing host. The breakfast was super and made lovely fruit drinks. It was nice to sit by the river watching the wildlife. Luka is also a very good tuk tuk driver, actually I think the best I went on.
Angelique
Australia Australia
Everything here is so amazing so peaceful and right in nature perfect escape the room perfect has fridge and extra amenities very comfortable breakfast was superb best breakfast different everyday of main
Helen
Australia Australia
It is in a village by the canal with people simply getting on with their lives. The family who own the villa built it themselves and funds made go to educating their children. The owner took us about in his tuk tuk and organised for us to...
Onnalee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It is the most stunning location. On the edge of Kepu Ela. The birds are stunning. Everything is beautifully clean. Ruka is an outstanding host. We were welcomed with a fresh glass of wood mango from his tree overhanging the waterway. The food is...
Phillip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
From the moment we arrived, we knew we had found a fabulous place to stay for a few days. Ruka - the owner - was so welcoming: we arrived earlier than check in time, but that wasn’t a problem, he simply made us some coffee and settled us at the...
Gayle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The setting of the property by the river was amazing. Kupa was very attentive, arranged excellent boat safari and took us out on the tuk tuk. The property is close enough to walk to the beach and a short journey from Galle Fort.
Nicky
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location on the river is just lovely (apart from the mosquitoes 🤪). Our host was very accommodating and helpful. In a quiet suburb with Galle fort a short tuk tuk drive away.
Viktoria
Spain Spain
What a calm relaxing place! I think it was my best stay in Sri Lanka. I’m happy I stayed in Villa Bird Gate and not somewhere in Galle. Next to this place there is nice beach club Taavetti. It is also possible to go to Galle as owner of Bird Gate...
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The owner and his family are delightful. They make you very welcome and nothing is too much trouble. The terrace overlooking the river is great with an abundance of wildlife on view. We went on a river safari from the property with the owners...

Hosted by Rukmal

10
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Rukmal
Dear Guest, Welcome to the Bird Gate Villa located at the riverfront in Galle. The property is only 10min away by tuk tuk from Galle bus station, yet it is situated in a local quiet area surrounded by wild nature, peace and bird sounds. The property is a private villa with a big private garden and river flowing by. The room consists of one king size bed with mosquito net, air-conditioning, a flat-screen sattelite TV, a wardrobe, a kitchenette and a large bathroom. Additionally, there is enough space to add one extra single bed. Upon request there is a possibility to use the kitchen in the additional building within the territory. The outside area accommodates a big terrace with dining table, and a hammock to relax in. There is free parking available inside for your car / scooter / tuk tuk, protected with a big gate. My wife is a wonderful cook, and we will welcome you with a home made breakfast every morning. In the evenings the barbecue can be used for a nice grilled fish or veggies.
The property is situated in a local nature area with family houses and quiet local life. The river behind the house is especially perfect for a bird watching safari that we arrange for our lovely guests. To the south the river meets the ocean and there are several beaches for swimming, surfing and even turtle watching about 600 meters from the house. For surfing spots like Rivermouth and Galle are within easy reach from the housing. The city center and old Dutch Fort are 10 minutes away by tuk tuk ride that I can provide for your comfort.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Villa Bird Gate

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

6 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
$5 per child, per night
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
$7.50 per person, per night

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

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