SHIRANIS - Hiriketiya Beach

SHIRANIS invites visitors to feel at home in its intimate space. The charming house is located on a quiet street on the hill of Hiriketiya, just a short walking distance away of 2 beautiful beaches. You’ll love the house for its lush garden. The lounge on the terrace is ideal to relax while the outdoor dining area at the back is as charming. In this cozy corner you can enjoy your breakfast watching the monkeys passing by and in the nights the fireflies will give you a big light spectacle. You will be offered 3 comfortable bedrooms with poster beds and spring mattresses. The ceiling fans and welcoming sea breeze that finds his way through the open window will give you a good nights’ sleep. The well-equipped kitchen includes gas stove, fridge-freezer, kettle, toaster and an array of cooking equipment and utensils. With a short tuk tuk ride into Dikwella town you will find a good equipped grocery shop and a must visit local food market every Saturday. If you wish, our lovely manager Shirani is happy to cook your choice of the given menu selection that you’ll find in the house. Should you opt to eat out, there are plenty of cafes and restaurants within walking distance. There are 2 modern bathrooms with outdoor rain showers that comes with hot water. SHIRANIS is good for big groups of friends and for families with kids. With a cot, babychair and rocker, steamer for baby meals and a small selection of toys it is well equipped for the very little ones. The biggest plus that comes for families with small children is our manager Shirani. She is the loveliest and best nanny you can wish and will be more than happy to take care of your children a few hours a day for a little salary. The house will be cleaned every other day and bed linen will be changed weekly. For a cost contribution you can hand over your laundry to Shirani and you will find everything nicely washed and folded back in your wardrobe. For any questions before arriving you will be in contact with Josie. Shirani is taking care of the house, will welcome you and do her best to make you feel comfortable during your stay. The Hiriketiya Beach, is a small beautiful horseshow shapes cove with left reef and beach surf break. With shade extending to the water it’s a perfect place for families to spend the whole day at the beach. On the other side of the hill you will find the Dikwella bay for long walks and a very calm, stunning green blue ocean. From Hirketiya you can explore the beautiful nature and culture of the island. Within a two hour drive you can visit the World Heritage site of the Galle Fort with many shops and restaurants. the Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary, blow hole, Dondra light house and the Sri Lanka's largest seated Buddha statue, which is 50 metres (160 ft) tall, is not more than 30 minutes away. If you want to experience a safari and see some wild life, visit the close by Udawalawe National Park with a night stay there. Detailed information to find your way around are given in a booklet at the house. For any questions Shirani will be happy to help, her aim is to make your stay as perfect as possible.