Kottamba Kanda
A private home near Hiriketiya
A beautifully considered six-bedroom private villa for up to 15 guests, set back from Hiriketiya yet only a short walk from the beach, the surf and village life.
A private villa near Hiriketiya: close to the bay, away from the noise
Kottamba Kanda is a beautifully considered private villa near Hiriketiya on Sri Lanka's south coast, created for families and friends to come together in relaxed comfort. It sits in a peaceful, elevated position set back from the energy of the bay: close enough to walk down for surf, cafés and beach days, with the privacy and space to properly switch off.
It is made for easy days with family and friends: children exploring the garden, long lunches prepared by our villa chef, afternoons by the pool and evenings that stretch on under the stars.
At a glance
Six ensuite bedrooms
Space for up to 15 guests across the main house and a separate two-bedroom cottage in the garden.
A proper home for groups
Generous living spaces, quiet corners and room for everyone to be together, or to do their own thing.
Pool, gardens and play
A large pool with a waterfall edge, lush fenced grounds and a natural timber play area made for adventuring.
Food worth staying in for
Breakfast every morning and fresh, generous meals prepared by Roshan, our onsite chef, around your group and your day.
Hiriketiya on your doorstep
Walk to the bay for surf, cafés and beach life, then return to the calm of the villa.
The name
Kottamba is the tree, kanda is the hill
The house is named for the kottamba tree, recognisable for its broad, generous canopy, and for the hill on which it sits. Together they describe the spirit of the place: rooted in Sri Lanka, open-hearted and made for gathering beneath the shade.
The house
A house with space to feel at home
This is not a house to tiptoe around. It is thoughtfully designed and full of character, but relaxed enough for sandy feet, children's games, post-surf showers and a table full of friends. The main house and the separate two-bedroom cottage give groups the pleasure of being together, with enough privacy for everyone to settle in comfortably. Spend the day in the pool, find a book in a cool corner, gather on the verandah or simply watch the garden move in the afternoon breeze.
The table
Good food, made easy
At Kottamba Kanda, meals are part of the rhythm of the day. Roshan, our onsite chef, prepares generous Sri Lankan dishes and familiar favourites using the best local ingredients he can find. From breakfast after an early surf to a relaxed lunch by the pool or dinner at home, food is planned around your group, so the only real decision is what you feel like eating.
Families and groups
For every generation
Kottamba Kanda works well for families, extended families and groups of friends. Children have room to roam, explore and play, while adults can enjoy proper downtime: a swim, a long lunch, a quiet moment with a book or an evening meal that does not require anyone to watch the clock. It is relaxed and practical for younger guests, while still feeling grown-up, considered and special.
Hiriketiya and beyond
Make the most of the south coast
Hiriketiya is known for its surf, its easygoing beach culture and the kind of days that do not need much planning. Walk down to the bay, take a tuk-tuk to nearby beaches, visit local markets, explore temples or set out for a day beyond the coast. We can help make arrangements before you arrive, leaving you free to enjoy the stay as it unfolds.
Your stay, your pace
Come together for a celebration, a school-holiday escape, a surf week or simply time with the people you do not see often enough. At Kottamba Kanda the details are looked after, without fuss, so you can settle in, switch off and make the house your own.