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About this property
This 1930s bungalow is sprawled across 98 acres of a tea plantation, at the foot of the Knuckles Mountain Range. Enjoying stunning scenery in the Sri Lankan countryside, Ashburnham Estate offers Sri Lankan cooking classes, a guided tea estate tour and an on-site 40-foot waterfall. Well-decorated and spacious, all guestrooms and suites come with an private bathroom. Some rooms have a private terrace, or direct access to the gardens. Ashburnham Estate is 1.2 mi from Elkaduwa Bus Terminal, 8.7 mi from Wattegama Railway Station and 14 mi from Polgolla Reservoir Airport in Kandy. It is 16 mi from the Temple of the Tooth and 20 mi from the Royal Botanical Gardens. The Dambulla Cave Temples are 34 mi away. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. For recreation, guests can also make use of the outdoor pool or the tennis courts. Free parking is also available. The on-site restaurant serves both Sri Lankan and Western dishes.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
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- Bensmida
United Arab Emirates
“The landscape around and the view is just breathtaking and the staff are very welcoming and helpful :)” - Hayley
New Zealand
“Wonderful landscape, very peaceful stay. Excellent meals and happy helpful staff” - Nervo
United Kingdom
“The staff at Ashburnham are second to none. We were well looked after from the moment we arrived. The feel of the building and its time period have been well preserved and the theme is strong throughout. The food was excellent, the best Sri Lankan...” - Niroshini
United Kingdom
“We had an amazing family holiday at Ashburnham Estate. The house was beautiful and the location stunning. A huge thank you to Kalinga, Dinush, Vish and the Chefs for taking care of us so well. The food was simply outstanding. A visit to Sembuwatte...” - Fiona
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location. House oozes character and is beautifully designed. Staff are warm, attentive and very professional. The food is outstanding.” - Spencer
United Kingdom
“Such a lovely hotel. The views are spectacular. Vish looked after us so well from the moment we arrived until our departure. The tea plantation tour is highly recommended” - Amanda
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location, staff were very helpful, food was delicious” - Rebecca
Indonesia
“A real highlight of our trip. Beautiful property in a stunning location, great rooms and beds, exceptional service and great meals.” - Seevaratnam
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location. Nicely maintained period property. Great caring staff that attended to our every need. Kalinga and Vish were especially helpful” - Kirsten
Australia
“Extremely helpful and friendly staff, set in a beautiful location that is extremely peaceful! It felt a bit like going back in time. The food was continually excellent and you can sit on the balcony, eat great food, with a g&t and watch the sun...”

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Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
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All extra beds are subject to availability.







