This idyllic little retreat is set in the peaceful environs of Metaramba village, surrounded by paddy fields and overhanging spidery-topped coconut palms. Boasting a large tropical garden filled with aromatic frangipani trees, feathery stands of bamboo and exotic blooms that flourish in shades of crimson, peach and rose, this two bedroom house – elevated at one end of the garden – looks down upon a springy green lawn that stretches leisurely towards the paddy fields beyond. Life at The Petals (formerly Ganewatta) plays out at a dreamily slow pace.

Relaxing living spaces abound; hammocks stretch between elongated palm trees whilst day beds on the living terrace are liberally scattered with oversized cushions blatantly inviting you to curl up with a book or to socialise amongst friends. Both of The Petals’ bedrooms come with canopied four poster beds, their own bathrooms and dressing rooms and open widely onto the terrace to share in the tropical ambiance and verdant views. In this rural area the only sounds to be heard are those of the birds by day, the distant chanting from the temple at sunset, and the chirruping crickets by nightfall, which harmoniously envelop you in a mellow embrace of calm.

The Petals has a particularly convenient situation, just five minutes’ drive inland from Unawatuna and Dalawella beaches, making the house a great base for couples or a small family to explore the many varied attractions of the area around Galle. The villa is staffed by a team of two, one of whom is in charge of cooking a mouth-watering menu of amazing curries, devilled dishes and grilled seafood (groceries on guest account), plus lots of vegetarian choices. Conveniently, there are also a number of good restaurants just five to ten minutes from your doorstep.

• Main Dining (4 persons)
• Ceiling Fans
• Hairdryers
• Internet (WiFi)
• iPod Dock/Speakers
• Iron/Board
• Equipped Kitchen
• Laundry Service (In-house)
• Book Selection
• BBQ
• Bed Linen
• Bicycles
• Board Games/Toys
• Car Parking
• Coffee Machine
• Food Menu
• Oven/Hotplates
• CD Player/Stereo System
• Towels
• Washing Machine
• Shopper
• Chef/Cook (All meals)
• Housekeeping (Full time)
• Masseuse/Spa Therapist

Period	Net Rates
from 11 January 2012 to 31 July 2012	$ 160
from 1 August 2012 to 31 August 2012	$ 180
from 1 September 2012 to 31 December 2012	$ 160

Stepping stones lead up from the lush garden to the house’s split-level terrace which is dotted with oversized flower-filled pots and overlooks the paddy fields beyond. Furnished with cushioned daybeds and a dining table for four, this breezy and spacious terrace, which functions well as The Petals’ living and dining space, is partially shaded, open sided and fan cooled. The two bedrooms and the kitchen lead off from here.

First is the kitchen. Finished in smooth cement, it’s equipped with all the necessary cooking equipment, crockery and storage space for self-caters, should you not wish to take advantage of Saman’s culinary skills. A picture window at the front shares the views and connects it to the living terrace.

Next are the two bedrooms. Although one is larger and has a little more storage space than the other, both bedrooms are similarly furnished and come with king-size four-poster beds draped with mosquito netting, walk-in dressing areas, writing desks and ensuite bathrooms with hot water showers. Both bedrooms are fan-cooled and feature French windows that open widely onto the terrace to allow you to make the most of the garden and paddy field views, even when still in bed.

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