Clingendael

Over the centuries, Muslim traders and the Portuguese, followed by the Dutch, then the British, were drawn to rule the tropical island just off the southeast coast of the Indian subcontinent. Beautiful houses combined with jungle landscapes, tropical weather, sandy beaches are bringing the island of tennis and tea right back into vogue. Clingendael is a typical example of the famous Sri Lankan architecture of stately homes which were built in Sri Lanka during the last 3 hundred years. Clingendael provides one with the experience to wonder back to the bygone days of colonial splendour and luxury.

The property is located in the cooler Kandyan Hills, 30 minutes east of the hill capitol Kandy, on the premises of the Victoria Golf & Country Resort, in the heart of Sri Lanka. Perched majestically on a hill, providing the guests with wide sweeping vistas over its beautiful natural surroundings, the Victoria reservoir and the Victoria par 73 championship golf course with the Knuckles mountain range in the back ground. Lonely planet called the Island “a universe in itself” and you will find Clingendael at the very heart of that universe.

The rooms are all individually designed, decorated with a fine collection of artwork, paintings, time period antiques and furniture, expressing old world charm, combined with modern-day luxury amenities. Clingendael comprises of five very spacious air-conditioned suites, all with en-suite bathrooms and sweeping views of the magnificent natural surroundings, providing the tranquil solitude of a truly special place on earth.

A selection of mouthwatering Sri Lankan classics, Oriental favorites, as well as Western gourmet cuisine, are on offer. Your resident chef will be there for you to discuss with you on your preferences for any of the culinary delights. The guests can opt to enjoy their meals at anyone of Clingendael’s many alluring locations: its cool verandahs, a garden setting, the pool side, or the lounge area overlooking the Koi pond. For formal dining in larger groups, there is the grand dining table which comfortably sits up to fourteen guests. Clingendael caters for Halal and Vegetarian requirements. The first breath of inspiration for the Spa is drawn from the stunning scenery. Paradise itself provides the essential ingredients for all the treatments.

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