This 5 bedroom house has been newly refurbished to the highest of standards. A 19th century Dutch merchants house that still retains many of the antique structural features of the days of old combined with some fun new ideas such as the sundrenched pool situated in open air courtyard make this house one of the hottest homes on the fort rental market right now.
It started several years ago when the owners first set eyes upon this architecturally stunning building and they knew it was something a little bit special – a lot of time, effort and love has now gone into the house and this is extremely evident as soon as your eyes gaze through the front door.
From the fabulous high ceilings to the beautiful terrazzo flooring, the open air courtyard to the bright blue kitchen – this house is fun. There are 4 double bedrooms and 1 small single decked out with large sumptuous mattresses perfect for a good nights slumber, all ensuite and all the doubles have Air Con.
The house is staffed with a room girl, who prepares breakfast and lunch, and a steward. A chef for the evening meal is extra. The plunge pool is perfect for cooling off after a morning’s stroll around the historic fort or for those days when the ten minute journey to the beach just seems too much…..
There is an open plan sitting dining area and the pool can be viewed through the arches – perfect to keep an eye on the kids, and speaking of kids there’s a TV/ DVD/Satellite combination if the little ones need some visual entertainment or if you just feel like lounging in front of a movie for an evening or two.
For more information on the Galle Fort please see our guide.
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