Monsoon Villa, an exquisite 150-year old Heritage Villa, perched on the calming shores of the Puttalam lagoon, offers a sublime blend of tradition and style for the perfect holiday. This 8-bedroom holiday villa has been owned by one family for over 6 generations and has stood the test of time. Retaining the comforts of the modern world. Staying true to the ancestral heritage of the villa, each of these rooms feature period pieces, from antique wooden beds to traditional Dutch ‘almirahs.’ Monsoon Villa is conveniently located with access to a wide array of tourist sites. If adventure appeals, excursions can be organized for dolphin/whale watching and kitesurfing in Kalpitiya, for wildlife safaris to the nearby Wilpattu National Park where you can catch a glimpse of the elusive Sri Lankan leopard or to visit the ancient cultural city of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Kalpitiya Dutch Fort, a popular archeological site. Food is a personalized affair at Monsoon Villa with the executive chef creating a veritable array of dishes incorporating locally grown produce. Meals include those made from closely-guarded family recipes handed down over generations as well as modern fare and the freshest seafood. Whether it’s Baked Crab or Grilled Sea Bass from the morning’s catch that suits your fancy or a BBQ in the garden. Escape the hustle and bustle of city-living in an ancestral family home where tradition and values meet warm hospitality and exceptional service