15LMD Villa in Front of the Lagoon
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- The entire place is yours
- 300 ft² size
- Lake view
- Garden
- BBQ facilities
- Washing machine
- Free Wifi
- Terrace
- Private bathroom
- Daily housekeeping
Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child
Price for:
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2 private suites
Each unit has:
Bedroom:
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Costs first night to cancel Cancellation Costs first night to cancel You'll be charged the cost of the first night if you cancel after reservation. If you don't show up, the no-show fee will be the same as the cancellation fee. Prepayment No prepayment needed – pay at the property No prepayment is needed. No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
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About this property
Historic Charm: 15LMD Villa in Front of the Lagoon is housed in a recently renovated historic building in Batticaloa. The property features a beautiful garden and terrace, offering stunning lake and garden views. Comfortable Accommodations: The villa includes one bedroom, one bathroom, and a spacious living room. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a private check-in and check-out service, and family rooms. Additional amenities include a lounge, washing machine, and barbecue facilities. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Asian cuisine with local specialties, warm dishes, and fruits. Breakfast options include continental, à la carte, and Asian styles, catering to vegetarian, vegan, and halal diets. Prime Location: Located 1.9 mi from Batticaloa International Airport, the villa is a short walk from Dutch Fort Batticaloa and close to Batticaloa Railway Station. Nearby attractions include Kallady Beach and Batticaloa Lighthouse. Highly rated for its friendly host.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Suba
Canada“Charming traditional home; the owner has gone to great lengths to preserve the history” - Tuete
United Kingdom“The hosts are absolute excellent. Nothing was any trouble. they waited on us hand and foot. The building is quite old but has so much charm and history, the owners are fantastic and made us tea and coffee whenever we arrived. We had breakfast each...” - Samantha United Kingdom“We had a nice stay, the room was comfortable, the house was lovely, our hosts were very hospitable and helpful, we chose to eat at the house and had the crab curry and had a lot of fun watching the cooking with Malar and Ranjan. We only had one...”
- Karu United Kingdom“The property was run by a charming couple who could not be more helpful. The view was breathtaking. The cooking was excellent as they obliged us with other meals to order. The service was first class. It was the best value accommodation of my...”
- Suriyakumaran United Kingdom“probably the only place in Batticaloa with a traditional open house and veranda with the classic view of Batticaloa lagoon with net fishing catamarans and fort a home stay rather than a nobody in a mega hotel complex and unnecessary...”
Den
Russia“a magnificent colonial-style house, every detail conveys the era. good care, delicious food. highly recommend staying here!”- David United Kingdom“Nice old colonial building with lots of character. Close to the centre of town. Exceptionally friendly and helpful hosts with tasty home cooking.”
- Sonia
United States“L'accueil chaleureux et la gentillesse des propriétaires. Maison coloniale. La cuisine faite maison pour le dîner et petit déjeuner était délicieuse. Nous ne sommes restés qu'une nuit pour aller à l'aéroport de Batticaloa. C'est un très bon...” - B
Netherlands“We verbleven hier 1 nacht op doorreis naar Trincomallee. Het was een prachtig koloniaal huis met een zeer vriendelijke staf en mooi uitzicht op het fort. De ontvangst, het diner, ontbijt, etc waren allemaal erg goed verzorgd. Malar kookt heerlijk....” 
Elcorari
Sri Lanka“Wunderschön restauriertes holländisches Kolonialhaus. Alles sehr geschmackvoll und das Essen war sehr gut und vielseitig. Ganz liebevoller Empfang, wir haben uns von der ersten Minute an sehr willkommen gefühlt. Wir können diesen schöne Villa...”
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Property info
Unveiling 15LMD: A Timeless Escape with Unrivalled Fort Views
Welcome to 15LMD, a distinguished heritage property that stands as a testament to centuries of history in Batticaloa. Built in the late 18th century as a Dutch administrator's house, and later enhanced during the British period, this residence proudly retains its original charm with very few modern interventions.
Our expansive verandah is the crown jewel, offering what is arguably the best view in Batticaloa: an unobstructed panorama of the magnificent Dutch Fort across the tranquil lagoon. Picture this: the very scene you behold today is remarkably similar to what navigators witnessed in the 17th century, save for a modern cell tower in the far distance. Envision sloops and "thonis" (traditional canoes) ferrying goods and guarding the waters, rather than the grand VOC ships.
15LMD offers more than just accommodation; it's an immersive historical experience where the past comes alive.
Neighborhood info
The area is central and very close to the market and Batticaloa town. The market is very lively and is well worth a visit. You could go there with Ranjan and choose your own fish to be cooked for your dinner if you wish!
The historic Dutch Fort dating from 1704 is just opposite and a short walk away.
Right next door to 15LMD, is a bright green building that looks like a mosque. This is not a mosque but an auliya or resting place of a Sufi saint. There is an annual festival.
Further South, when you go towards Gal Oya, Dighavapi is a Buddhist shrine dating from around 3BC and was probably part of the Ruhuna Kingdom. You can see other ruins further south at Magul Maha Vihara, close to Pottuvil.
Languages Spoken
English,TamilArea info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAsian
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan
House rules
15LMD Villa in Front of the Lagoon takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Accepted payment methods
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform 15LMD Villa in Front of the Lagoon of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.
