Set amidst a working tea plantation on a hillside in Pussellawa, The Lavender House is a lavish example of a beautifully renovated nineteenth century Ceylonese tea bungalow. Surrounded by seven acres of landscaped grounds, the single-storey bungalow overlooks freshly clipped lawns encroached upon by vibrantly colourful borders; its moss-encrusted stone terraces making the most of the verdant valley vistas. At the end of the lawn is a sunken terrace that features what has to be one of the Hill Country’s most dramatic infinity swimming pools, dropping away into a haze of tea, mist and mountains.

Not only is the picturesque location of this luxurious bungalow every escapist’s dream, its finely aged character is complemented beautifully by fresh, contemporary furnishings that it make it feel very much like home. Each of the five bedrooms feature supremely comfortable beds scattered with soft cushions, heavenly bathrooms filled with delicately fragranced toiletries and sun-drenched French windows onto private flower-filled courtyard gardens. Whilst escaping to your bedroom is a temptation hard to resist, the rest of the bungalow is every bit as cosy, comfortable and inviting. The tartan-hued billiards room and the spacious living and dining areas - enhanced by a built-in Bose sound system, ageing photographs and fresh cuts of flowers - exude a warmth and hospitality that make this bungalow perfect for overdue family get-togethers or a rendezvous with friends.

The Lavender House comes fully staffed and the chef is a particular delight to behold; uniformed in his crisp whites he provides not only a delightful helping of mealtime formality, but also an extra touch of nostalgia. Freshly prepared meals (Lavender House operates on a B&B, half-board or full-board basis) can be enjoyed amongst the shining silverware in the burgundy dining room or outside on the spacious terrace beside the pool. The menu ranges from imported steaks to traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry which can be accompanied by a bottle picked from the bungalow’s own wine cellar. If eating too much becomes an issue, the jogging track or clay tennis court might come in handy, whilst the estate’s tea trails and factory are fun to explore on foot.

• Baby Cot
• BBQ
• Bed Linen
• Board Games/Toys
• Car Parking
• CD Library
• Main Dining (10 persons)
• DVD Player
• Fax
• Hairdryers
• High Chairs
• Hotplates
• Internet (WiFi)
• iPod
• Iron/Board
• Equipped Kitchen
• Laundry Service (Sent out)
• Book Selection
• Snooker/Pool Table
• CD Player/Stereo System
• Swimming Pool (Private)
• Tennis Court
• Toiletries
• Towels
• TV (Satellite/Cable)
• Washing Machine
• Wine List
• Food Menu
• Microwave
• Oven/Hotplates
• Security
• Service Staff
• Manager
• Housekeeping (Full time)
• Chef/Cook (All meals)

Period	Net Rates
from 1 November 2011 to 31 October 2012	$ 1735.3

Each of The Lavender House’s five luxurious bedrooms – four kings and a twin - features luxurious soft furnishings, perfectly proportioned antiques, open fireplaces and timber floors scattered with rugs. Each has French windows onto a private terrace and an ensuite bathroom with claw-foot bath, overhead shower and lots of delicious toiletries. At the front of the house, the master bedroom has gorgeous views towards the misty mountains, while the twin-bedded room offers a dreamy cushioned window seat overlooking a private garden. The blue-and-white-porcelain-themed bedroom is especially romantic with its oriental-inspired decor and four-poster canopied bed.

The conservatory leads off from the entrance hallway and is bathed in light. Furnished with plentiful cushioned rattan chair seating, there’s also a TV, piano and selection of board games. French windows lead onto the front lawn making it the perfect spot for enjoying an indulgent high tea.

The lounge and dining room are lavish entertainment areas located either side of a slate corridor that leads onto the stone-pillared verandah and front lawn. In the lounge, Sir Winston Churchill looks down from his framed position above the mantelpiece; two wing chairs placed either side of the crackling hearth. This room is especially redolent of the colonial era, inviting guests to relive the cushioned comfort of life as a British tea planter in Ceylon.

The burgundy-hued dining room, with its table for ten, glitters with sparkling glassware and highly polished silverware, making dinner a real occasion. Sit beneath the crystal chandelier and enjoy the chef’s excellent labours whilst savouring a bottle of wine, freshly plucked from the attached wine cellar.

At the rear of the bungalow is a Scottish-themed Billiards Room that offers pre- or post-dinner fun; sip Scotch from the comfort of the tartan sofa or admire the hunting prints as you wait for your turn. Just across from here is the fully equipped black and white chequered kitchen. Guests are welcome to watch preparations or prepare simple meals themselves.

There is a Bose sound system in the bungalow with speakers fitted in the living areas, dining room and swimming pool terrace, the controls of which are found in the manager’s office where there is also an internet-facilitated computer and fax machine for guest use.

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