Thotalagala plantation bungalow, located in Haputale, has seven themed suites based on personalities that shaped the history of Ceylon tea. The bungalow is located next to the Dambatenne estate, an estate that was planted by Sir Thomas Lipton himself. The term “Ceylon Tea’ was coined in this estate, and Lipton’s Tea was also founded and sold from this estate. Guest of Thotalagala will be granted exclusive access to the factory and the bungalow which was Sir Thomas Lipton’s residence from 1890 to 1910.
The bungalow has been restored to its former glory. The teak-paneled smoking room is the ideal place to retreat for an after-dinner cognac. The dining room itself is with its twenty-seat table, a place to savor traditional hearty plantation fare. Since the bungalow is located in a working estate, you will be able to immerse yourself in the traditional lifestyle of a tea planter.
Thotalagala plantation bungalow is surrounded by 20 acres of lawn and patana grass, and from the edge of the lawn, a sweeping vista greets the eye. Behind the bungalow and covering the Haputale hills lies 4,000 hectares of tea stretching up to Lipton’s Seat. Haputale is ideally located on the trail between Sri Lanka’s lush tea country and descends towards the south coast beaches and the jungles of Yala and Udawalawe.
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| Check Out | 11:00 am |
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All Inclusive RateThe room rates are all inclusive and covers breakfast, lunch, beer, juices & soft drinks, afternoon tea or coffee, 3 course gourmet dinner, a selection of international wines and spirits (excluding premium wines, spirits and champagne), guided tour to Lipton Seat, the Dambetanne factory and High tea served in the gardens of the bungalow which was Sir Thomas Lipton's residence.
Cancellation PolicyIf cancellation notice received less than 30 days before arrival, cancellation fee is 100%. In peak season (19 Dec to 10 Jan), bookings cancelled less than 60 days before arrival are charged at full rate.
Child PolicyThe bungalow does not accommodate children under the age of 8years.
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