Oliphant Boutique Villa - Nuwara Eliya
The Oliphant Boutique Villa is situated atop the highest village in Sri Lanka, Shanthipura, and borders one of Sri Lanka’s oldest tea estates, The Oliphant Estate.
Built over 150 years ago by Laurence Oliphant and his father Sir Anthony Oliphant – The eighth Chief Justice of old Ceylon, the villa still carries its rich architectural elements.
The villa comprises 07 spacious rooms, beautifully decorated with four poster beds and fireplaces to keep you warm. The property also includes a cosy lounge area complete with a large wood fireplace, a comfortable dining area overlooking the town and a large lawn encapsulated by tall trees.
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The Oliphant Boutique Villa overlooks the majestic central hills from its vantage point atop the highest village in Sri Lanka, Shanthipura.
The property itself borders the Oliphant Tea Estate and is located approximately 161 km away from the Bandaranaike International Airport.
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The villa includes 07 beautiful rooms, some boasting spectacular views of perfectly manicured gardens.
With large windows, a fireplace to keep you nice and toasty, a tea station to sample tea sourced from the surrounding estate and large four poster beds, each room combines comfort with functionality with an age-old colonial charm.
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Sate your cravings with a variety of tastes and fusion dishes created by the team of chefs during your stay at The Oliphant Boutique Villa.
While the property does have its dedicated dining room equipped with its own wood fireplace. You can also enjoy your meals under the shelter of the trees on the grand lawn, or beside a roaring fire in the lounge.
The resident Pastry Chef, whips up a delicious High Tea spread featuring items like chocolate covered strawberries, mini doughnuts, croissants, homemade chocolates and a host of other delectable delights, all complemented by a pot of rich, exquisite Ceylon tea straight from their own estates.
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Amenities & Activities:
Board Games
High Tea on the lawn
Morning Tea trail walk
A visit to the Oliphant estate Manager’s bungalow
Evening picnic on the lawn
A drive to the Shanthipura view point
Library
Excursions:
Trek to the Piduruthalagala mountain
Visit the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club
Visit the Hakkgala Botanical Gardens
Horse Races a d Motor Racing during the season
Visit the Pedro Tea Estate
Visit the Ambewela Farm
Visit Little England an Lake Gregory
