Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

Goatfell

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Stay in the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea highlands at Goatfell, an intimate and luxuriously restored four-bedroom tea bungalow surrounded by rolling green tea fields. This former estate manager’s residence exudes the charm and warmth of a bygone era, now elevated with modern comforts, gourmet cuisine, and attentive butler service.

Guests can unwind on the covered verandas, in the cozy, log-fired sitting room, or soak in the breathtaking mountain scenery from the stunning infinity-edge swimming pool.

Perched on a peaceful hilltop in Kandapola, Goatfell is just 45 minutes from the colonial hill station of Nuwara Eliya, also known as “Little England.” The bungalow is approximately a 5.5-hour drive (180 km) from Colombo. For a more scenic arrival, guests can take a seaplane to Lake Gregory, with a 40-minute transfer (16 km) to the property. Alternatively, Nanu Oya Railway Station offers a charming train journey followed by a 45-minute drive to the bungalow.

 

Key Highlights

  • 4 indulgent bedrooms
  • Infinity swimming pool with panoramic mountain views
  • Lounge and fireplace for cozy evenings
  • Just 1.5 km from The Pekoe Trail
  • All-inclusive dining with gourmet meals and butler service
  • Organic herb, fruit, and vegetable garden
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Dining Experience

The kitchen at Goatfell celebrates local produce and warm hospitality. Meals are freshly prepared and served in the inviting ambiance of a classic tea planter’s bungalow. Whether you’re sipping afternoon tea in the garden or enjoying gourmet dishes in the dining room or veranda, your butler is always ready to make you feel at home.

Guests enjoy a fully all-inclusive dining experience:

  • Hearty breakfast
  • Traditional “Planter’s Lunch”
  • Afternoon tea
  • À la carte dinner

All meals are prepared with attention to dietary needs and preferences.

 

Room Amenities

  • Heater
  • Mosquito net
  • In-room tea and coffee facilities
  • Safety deposit box
  • Universal wall sockets
  • Torch
  • Toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Baby cots (2) and extra rollaway single beds (2) available on request

Signature Experiences

  • Guided or self-guided scenic tea estate walks
  • Sri Lankan culinary experience with the chef
  • Sundowners by the fire pit
  • Trek through Horton Plains National Park with a naturalist
  • Guided tea factory tour
  • A round of golf at the historic Nuwara Eliya Golf Club

Whether you’re chasing cool mountain air, colonial charm, or quiet luxury, Goatfell offers an elevated highland escape in the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country.