Cottages in Deniyaya

We had a lovely two day stay at Vini Villa, the facilities are great (clean and large shower and large bed), the Sri Lankan food that Vini's wife prepares is really good. We did the 6h day tour with Vini in the reserve and the night tour. Both were great, saw plenty of lizards, insects and birds and went swimming in the waterfall. Can only recommend, we had a very pleasant stay.

The location is just perfect. Near the road and not too far from a village where to buy some foods/drinks. The wooden cabanas are nicely hidden under the rain forest and located within just few meters on top of the river. Despite being close to the road, it s very quiet and with the river/forest view straight from your bed, makes this place a truly gem. The place has AC and hot water (surprisingly working very good), water kettle and plenty of space to leave your stuff. The bed were clean and comfortable. The owner is super reliable in anything you need, treating you amazingly with tasty food and drinks, but also giving you all the privacy you need. The room/bathroom were clean enough and when we decided to extend our stay, we received new bedsheets and towels and a cleaning service. Regarding food we had a very fulfill daily breakfast and super tasty dinners (every day something different) to enjoy on the private balcony/terrace. Overall this is an amazing place so far to enjoy a bit of peaceful, nature and relaxing with the view drinking a cup of tea.

Big living/dining area and outdoor area. The kitchen needs bit of tidy up but workable, beautiful surroundings. Owner helped a lot like air conditioner repair, shown me the way to the hill walk among the tea tree garden with a view. Need to tell if you need gas cylinder. There is outside second bathroom available to use if you want.

Absolutely amazing, truly one of a kind place. It’s more than a stay, it’s an experience. The location is simply breathtaking, tucked deep in the rainforest, high up on a hill, and only accessible via an an off-road drive in a 4x4 vehicle provided by the villa. We took a guided tour to the Sinharaja rainforest from the property, but just staying in the villa felt just as special. The food was exceptional, prepared on-site by local staff using fresh, organic local ingredients. Without a doubt, these were the best meals we had during our three weeks in Sri Lanka. Everything was fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented in the most stunning setting. I highly recommend not only breakfasts, but also lunches and dinners in the villa, they were amazing. Our 6 and 9 years old enjoyed it as much as my wife and I did. The swimming pool is another highlight. Clear, well maintained, and offering a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains. It was the perfect way to unwind and cool off after a rainforest hike. We arrived not knowing exactly what to expect, but the villa far exceeded our expectations. If we had more time before our flight back home, we would definitely extend our stay. An unforgettable experience.