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The Notary's House is a boutique hotel featuring six bedrooms set amidst large gardens and a coconut grove. Its strategic location places it a mere 45 minutes drive away from the Colombo international airport, while also being just 30 minutes from the coastal city of Negombo.

Blending traditional and contemporary Sri Lankan architectural styles, this property pays homage to its rich heritage. The Notary’s House offers spacious air-conditioned rooms, a swimming pool, and a delicious meal in a relaxing lakeside setting.

With its tranquil countryside ambiance and the genuine warmth of Sri Lankan hospitality, The Notary's House is the perfect starting or ending point for an unforgettable travel experience in Sri Lanka.

Rooms

Deluxe Room
Deluxe
Size: 128 square meters
Max Occupancy: 3 pax
• Private balconies
• En-suite Bathrooms
• Air Conditioning
• Safety deposit box
• Internet Free Access
• Telephone

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Notary's House Activities

“Some excursions may require pre-registration or incur additional costs. Please contact our trip planners for more details.”

Village Walk
  • Enjoy a walk around the lake behind The Notary’s House, with the option to visit a nearby temple. These short walks take about an hour and offer a chance to explore the local environment and culture.
Cycle Ride
  • Cycle through the forest and village around The Notary’s House at your own pace. The route passes paddy fields, buffalo, egrets, and rural households with seasonal crops. The ride takes 1–2 hours, and five cycles are available, subject to availability.
Coconut Tour
  • Visit the coconut plantation, where you can take a hand tractor ride (subject to availability) and taste fresh coconut drinks. Learn how to dehisce, crack, and scrape a coconut, extract coconut milk, and make a quick coconut sambol. The activity takes 1–2 hours.
Tuk Tuk experience around the hotel
  • Enjoy a Tuk Tuk ride around the hotel to explore the surroundings. The ride lasts about 30 minutes and is subject to availability, as there is only one Tuk Tuk at the property.
Garden to Table: Sri Lankan Cooking Experience
  • For 2-night stays, learn how to make a Sri Lankan curry in a 45-minute session, recommended during lunchtime. Meals are not included.
Guided Tour Option to Dambadeniya Citadel and Former Ancient Capital
  • Visit the ruins of the Dambadeniya citadel, Sri Lanka’s third capital after Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa, with much of it still buried in a large rock fortress. A short hike to the top provides views of the surrounding countryside. See the Wijesundararamaya, a well-preserved temple that once housed Buddha’s sacred Tooth Relic, now kept in Kandy. The visit can include a picnic breakfast on-site.

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