What Our Guests Say

Waking up to the paddy field view was magical — pure golden light over the rice. The cabin was so cozy and the breakfast was absolutely delicious. The host family were warm and caring. Truly one of the best stays of my life.

Best value stay in Sri Lanka, no question. The three of us had a complete cabin to ourselves, the food was incredible every morning, and the surroundings were just so peaceful. Absolutely will return with the whole family.

This hidden gem completely changed how I think about travel. Sitting on the porch watching the rice fields, drinking Ceylon tea — I found a kind of peace I hadn't felt in years. Authentic, affordable, beautiful. I tell everyone about it.

We were a bit nervous staying in a homestay for the first time, but the Hettiarachchi family made us feel so at home within minutes. The cabin was spotlessly clean, the food was delicious, and the paddy field views were stunning. Perfect!

I asked the host about local temples and he personally took time to explain everything and even pointed us to a spot most tourists never find. The breakfast was HUGE and so flavourful. This is what travel is supposed to feel like.

The paddy field is genuinely right there outside the window. Not a photo — real life. We woke at 5 AM just to watch the sunrise over it every morning. The cabin's wooden décor is lovely, and $12/person with breakfast is an absolute steal.

I travel a lot for work and always look for real, authentic local experiences. This is the real deal. A genuinely welcoming family, a beautifully simple cabin, and nature all around. Sri Lanka's best kept secret.

Our baby girl loved seeing the birds and the greenery every morning. We were nervous about travelling with a toddler but the host family were so kind and accommodating. Clean, safe, and absolutely charming. We are already planning our return!