IVORY HOUSE

10 customer reviews

US $491

Koggala, Sri Lanka – 4 Bedrooms

Get lost in emerald green vistas of rice paddies at Ivory House, a divine blend of colonial elegance and modern luxe on the southern shores of Sri Lanka.

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Description

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Ivory House Overview

Shaded by picturesque palm trees and surrounded by endless stretches of impossibly green rice fields, Ivory House is the dictionary definition of a tropical hideaway, complete with a vast private pool shimmering at the heart of the property. The four-bedroom property fuses together lavish colonial influences with modern state-of-the-art furnishings, allowing guests to enjoy the local heritage all the while being immersed in unparalleled luxury. Our team stayed here – read more about luxurious living in Sri Lanka.

Sleeps: 8 guests (max)
Size: 2,530m2

Features

  • Air conditioned bedrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Private pool
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Free Wi-Fi access
  • In-room safe
  • Baby highchair

Inclusions

  • Welcome drink on arrival
  • Villa manager
  • Chef
  • Housekeepers
  • Butlers
  • Security guards

Extras

  • Groceries at cost
  • Spa services

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Ivory House Living

Ivory House is a stunning blend of Dutch colonial aesthetics and sleek modern décor with a massive private pool offering delicious respite from the midday sun. The property has been carefully designed to enable guests to fully appreciate the lush beauty of the surrounding region, with a lavish wrap-around terrace offering stunning vistas of the beautiful rice fields hugging the property.

Living Room

The open-plan living room features a muted colour scheme of crisp whites and soft greys, allowing the luscious green views visible through the glass bi-fold doors to take centre stage. When not busy exploring the lush gardens or tea plantation behind the estate, go and lounge by the exotic pool and feel like a truly blessed colonial acreage owner from times gone by watching over your land. When you have fantasised enough, head back indoors and dive into the heather grey sofa and flick through the channels on the massive flatscreen TV.

Dining Room

The dining room houses a stunning ebony dining table. While tucking into a meal prepared in the villa’s kitchen, guests can opt for throwing open the teakwood doors to reveal mesmerising views overlooking the rice fields, or close the doors for a more intimate setting. For alfresco dining, the villa offers a beautiful round dining table perched outside on the verandah where you can enjoy the sounds of the birds and playful monkeys high in the sky.

Ivory House Living Area | Galle, Sri Lanka
Ivory House Dining Area | Galle, Sri Lanka
Ivory House Fully Equipped Kitchen | Galle, Sri Lanka

Garden & Pool

Ivory House has a stunning 20-metre swimming pool, which is shaded by towering-high palm trees. The massive pool is perfect for clocking some serious laps in – though you might be distracted by the jaw-dropping views overlooking the surrounding rice fields. After splashing around in the cool clear waters of the pool, climb out on to the sundeck and park yourself on one of the sleek deckchairs.

Ivory House Gardens | Galle, Sri Lanka
Ivory House Tropical Garden | Galle, Sri Lanka
Ivory House Swimming Pool | Galle, Sri Lanka
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Ivory House Bedrooms

Ivory House has four bedrooms. Two rooms have king-sized beds and two rooms have queen-sized beds. All four bedrooms are located under the the same roof and on the same floor in the villa’s main house.

Bedroom 1

The first master bedroom has a king-sized four-poster bed and an ensuite bathroom with a bathtub and shower.

2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Shower)

Bedroom 2

The second master bedroom has a king-sized four-poster bed and an ensuite bathroom with a shower.

2 Guests
1 King Bed
Bathroom (Bath + Shower)

Bedroom 3

The third bedroom is a guest bedroom furnished with a queen-sized bed and adjoined by an ensuite bathroom with a shower.

2 Guests
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom (Shower)

Bedroom 4

The fourth bedroom is a guest bedroom furnished with a queen-sized bed and adjoined by an ensuite bathroom with a shower.

2 Guests
1 Queen Bed
Bathroom (Shower)

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Ivory House Layout

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Ivory House Staff

Your stay in Ivory House is made enjoyable by the professional staff. Ivory House’s staff have been professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their warm and friendly hospitality.

Villa Manager

Ivory House’s experienced and knowledgeable manager is responsible for the overall operation of the villa. The villa manager will oversee and coordinate the staff and property and assist you during your stay.

Housekeeping

You didn’t think you would be expected to clean while enjoying time off did you? All of our villas include housekeeping to tidy up the villa, arrange the laundry services, wash up and simply make sure you don’t lift a finger whilst on holiday with the family.

Butlers

Butlers are on hand 24 hours a day to assist with serving during meal times and attend to other guest requirements throughout the day.

Chef

The villa’s skilled private chef will happily prepare anything from the Western, Asian, vegetarian and children’s suggestion menus, as well as discuss special requests and dietary requirements.

Security

Ivory House includes night time security.

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Location

Ivory House is located on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, just a few kilometres outside the city of Galle. The villa is shrouded in blissful tranquillity, surrounded by rice paddies and palm trees, with the beach some 15 minutes away. Ivory House is optimally located with an easy drive down to Galle Fort, an impressive historical structure dating back to 1588. In addition to boasting a status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Galle Fort is also a prime spot for taking in an epic seaside sunset.

Koggala Travel Guide

Koggala is a tiny coastal town stretching along a picturesque lagoon edge on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Koggala draws travellers of all ages with its pristine golden sand beaches, fantastic snorkelling and amazing surfing.

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  • Minimum stay: Low Season: 2 nights, High Season: 5 nights, Peak Season: 7 nights
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4.80
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  1. Avatar for AR

    AR

    This was our first trip to Sri Lanka and our first stay at Ivory House. We had obviously seen pictures of Ivory House but were blown away at its incredible location and understated beauty, with Sunil and the team waiting on the veranda with fresh fruit cocktails on our arrival! The whole team looked after our every need, and every meal surpassed our expectations in presentation and taste. Lying by the pool, heading into town, or down to the beach, Sunil and the team were on hand to arrange everything for us – their local knowledge and recommendations just added to the overall experience. I cannot recommend Ivory House highly enough – a total luxury in a unique and beautiful part of Sri Lanka.

    Sri Lanka Villa Reviewed June 24, 2022
    Stayed in June 2022

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    Amyelva

    Best Villa Stay Ever!

    We had the privilege to stay at Ivory House in April 2019 for 1 week. From the moment we arrived a sense of calm and tranquility passed over us all. We were welcomed with warmth and love by Sunil and Pradeep who catered to our every need. The house itself it stunning; immaculate with effortless style. The grounds are teeming with animal life that is a joy to watch from the big wide verandas, and the pool is one of the nicest I’ve had in a private villa. It is deep enough for a dive, and long enough for morning laps with the birds.
    I recommend staying here, and if you do, give our warmest regards to Sunil and Pradeep who felt like family by the end.

    TripAdvisor Reviewed April 2019
    Stayed in April 2019

  3. Avatar for Miriam T

    Miriam T

    The Most Beautiful House I have Stayed In, An Absolute Winner!

    Ivory House is hidden among the paddy fields, in a beautiful, tranquil and private location. Galle easily accessible with a short and picturesque tuk-tuk ride. Built in true tropical style, the house is of stunning design and beautifully laid-out with an enormous patio wrapped around the front where one can relax and enjoy surrounding nature from early in the morning until late at night.

    Each bedroom is beautiful and quiet, with its own en-suite bathroom and high quality beds/mattresses. The living room and open kitchen are equally beautiful, carefully decorated by the owners who clearly love this house and maintain it with the greatest care. There is a stunning pool, with lovely fresh water, expertly cleaned every day.

    The property does not look or feel like a rental, one could imagine living there permanently, in great luxury. The house comes with permanent staff who clearly love the house and will look after you as if you are the owner. This is the first time I have stayed at a property where I could not find a single item I would change. Bravo!

    TripAdvisor Reviewed February 2019
    Stayed in January 2019

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    SN

    One of the very best villas I have stayed in in all of Asia. The villa itself was spectacular inside and out, refurbished in excellent taste. Sunil and the team were always very helpful and the food prepared was some of the best on the island. They were friendly and made the whole week that much more special. The location is about 40 minutes from the center of Galle, but the village has tuk-tuks that are only 5 mins’ notice away. I would definitely come here again on my next visit.

    Sri Lanka Villa Reviewed August 1, 2018
    Stayed in August 2018

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    Kylie r

    “Perfect Galle getaway”

    My family and I just spent 5 nights at The Ivory House and it was absolutely perfect. Located a short tuk tuk away from all our daytime activities- cycling through paddy fields, surfing at the beaches, shopping at Galle Fort. But when you’re in the Villa you feel a million miles away from anything.

    Stunning architecture and design, beautiful gardens, the best pool ever, and an extraordinary team of staff- manager, chef etc. Sunil and Pradeep are absolute professionals who looked after our every need. Three very happy boys, and two very relaxed and happy parents A must.

    TripAdvisor Reviewed July 2018
    Stayed in July 2018

  6. Avatar for Rebecca L

    Rebecca L

    “Perfect holiday in the jungle!”

    We had a lovely week long stay at Ivory House in late February, we were a group of 4 adults and one 2.5 year old. The villa itself is lovely, it is a renovated Dutch Colonial house with 4 large bedrooms. The villa interiors are contemporary and very comfortable. The villa surrounds are beautiful; if you are a nature lover you will love this villa! The monkeys in the trees behind the villa kept us entertained each day with their antics! And the variety of birds and other wildlife brought much wonderment.

    Sunil and his team at Ivory House are fantastic and the food is top notch. Having stayed in a number of villas in and around Galle I can confidently recommend Ivory House to anyone considering a jungle escape!

    TripAdvisor Reviewed March 2018
    Stayed in February 2018

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    Jrose677

    “Perfect House”

    Situated 30 min tuk tuk ride from Galle Town. A tastefully decorated and comfortable house. With superb staff, nothing was to much trouble, and a chef who had worked in embassies around the world. Super food, and great supporting staff.

    TripAdvisor Reviewed February 2018
    Stayed in December 2017

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    Ooooh_pardon

    “Stunning property, outstanding Sri Lankan hospitality”

    Spent a wonderful 10 days over Christmas at Ivory House. The property is not only stylish and supremely comfortable, it’s extremely well-appointed for adults and children alike. The place is managed by an incredible in-house team of staff and the villa management company, whose concierge service did an excellent job organising our transfers, activities, nanny service etc; they even ordered wine so that it was chilling for us at the house when we arrived at the start of our holiday.

    The villa is located conveniently for trips via tuk tuk to Galle, the beach plus there are other attractions and lovely restaurants all within easy reach. Alternatively, it’s a lovely spot just to relax for days on end, either by the pool under the palm trees or on the verandah, overlooking the rice paddy fields.

    As much as we loved Ivory House, I have to give a special mention to the in-house team of staff who welcomed us so warmly and provided the best in Sri Lankan hospitality. The villa was kept immaculate throughout our stay, laundry service was included and we were lucky to be served the most delicious food prepared by the in-house chef. Both Sri Lankan and international dishes were offered and we enjoyed every single meal. The top-notch service was all provided with genuine smiles and, as a result, we felt at home right away and were extremely sorry when our holiday came to an end.

    Thank you Ivory House – we’ll definitely be back.

    TripAdvisor Reviewed January 2018
    Stayed December 2017

  9. Avatar for SULU2014

    SULU2014

    “Family holiday”

    Ivory House is a beautiful house off the beaten track near Galle. The house is furnished and decorated to a very high and stylish standard. The staff are amazing. Helpful and patient with our little tribe of toddlers and producing the most wonderful meals and level of service to provide a memorable and special holiday for a family celebration. Within a tuk tuk ride of Galle this is the perfect place to stay.

    TripAdvisor Reviewed December 2017
    Stayed in November 2017

  10. Avatar for LIz W

    LIz W

    The setting is beautiful, fabulous pool and grounds. The staff is beyond wonderful. Want a crab curry? No problem! Mojito or g and t delivered to the pool, laundry is done, totally looked after. We all loved it and would love to return. It was our favorite place in Sri Lanka ( surpassed Tea Trails!)

    Sri Lanka Villa Reviewed March 3, 2016
    Stayed in March 2016

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