Stafford Bungalow

We asked our travel company for a tea plantation stay. We wanted an elegant place, preferably isolated and with great food and service. The Stafford bungalow delivered all of this and more. Our guide had a call from the hotel on the morning of our arrival to check details and make sure they were ready for us. We were warmly welcomed and taken to our lovely room. Each room has its own private garden as well as the extensive grounds of the hotel. Very comfortable and had everything we needed. We were the only guests for one night which made it all very exclusive and special. Another couple joined us for two nights and was also nice to chat and share experiences with them. We had a light snack every day at 3pm. A savoury bite and a sweet treat. Plus coffee and tea. This was perfect for us as we found that the breakfast filled us up and the dinners were good too. You do have to discuss breakfast options the day before if you want things like hoppers and they like to get your dinner choice before 4pm. We enjoyed all our meals with the Sri Lankan curry on our middle night being a real favorite for us both. There is nothing immediately around the bungalow. Just the tea plantation. There is a village about 2km away but we didn’t leave the bungalow for 3 days other than to do the tea plantation walk with very knowledgeable guide. It’s a place to relax, swim, read books and pretend you own the place. The pool was a great touch with a hot tub that needs 30 mins to heat up. We found the service to be great. Staff were on hand when we needed them but not too intrusive. Only improvement suggestion - all of our other hotels have us a small gift on our departure, cookies or tea or some spices. It would be nice if the bungalow also did this. We loved our 3 days here and would happily return when we next visit Sri Lanka.

Une pause enchantée dans une maison de caractère pleine de charme. Allez y les yeux fermés. Tout est parfait, le lieu qui regorge d’espaces où on se sent bien, le service discret et à l’écoute de nos attentes, la cuisine que du produit frais et pleine de saveurs. Un endroit de rêve.

We stayed for a couple of nights at the gorgeous bungalow. The staff were very kind and helpful. The food was delicious and our room, the family suite was incredibly comfortable with every thing you could need. The gardens are beautiful such a lovely setting.

We stayed here 3 nights over the Sri Lankan new year period and I have to say it was one of the most enjoyable stays we’ve experienced. The staff organised a small festival for us. Our butler Chanuka looked into every need ensuring we had a stress free pleasant holiday. The staff at the bungalow truly went all out to ensure we had the most relaxed holiday. We traveled in a group of 11 with 4 kids. Will definitely visit again. The heated jacuzzi was one of the highlights.

It is real hidden gem of a place! From welcome, service, facilities, food and room, it has all been perfect! The staff are all so friendly and made us feel very welcome. It is a it of a journey to get here but well worth it! Sad that we are only spending one night here but it has left an incredible souvenir!

Can’t find the words to describe this incredible plantation property. The location, gardens, amenities, pool etc are fantastic, not to mention the history. The staff are wonderful, always smiling & nothing is too much trouble. They all go above & beyond to make sure you have the best experience, special mention to our butler Chanu who looked after our ever need & even took us on a walk through the plantation. The room we had was luxurious, with our own private garden, including a pond! Then there were the delicious breakfasts, afternoon teas & dinners, served on the lawn or by the garden. On chilly nights a fire is lit. I cannot recommend Stratford Bungalow enough, come, you will not be disappointed.