The Sanctuary | House in Vannativillu

Q: How much does it cost per night to stay in The Sanctuary?

Best-rates for the The Sanctuary starts from $99 per night with includes Breakfast, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, View, Transportation/Shuttle, Sports/Activities with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

9.8 (19 Reviews) | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 6 Guests

2 Bedroom House in Talawila, Vannativillu

Featuring garden views, The Sanctuary in Vannativillu provides accommodations, a garden, and a terrace. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. At the guest house, every unit is equipped with a desk. Each room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries, while some rooms include a patio. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental, or Asian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests are welcome to eat at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for lunch and brunch. Sightseeing tours are available close by. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the guest house. Bandaranaike International Airport is 77 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

The Sanctuary is located in Vannativillu.

This 2 Bedrooms House is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 19 reviews with the average score of 9.8 . Coming to Vannativillu and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this House for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
View
Balcony/Terrace
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Restaurant
Guest Services
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet

Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy Free cancellation

Payment Policy Credit card required

Pet Policy Pets are not allowed

Other Policy This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, managed by a private host

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Reviews

Agnieszka, Poland Nov 5, 2025 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: + Almost everything. Achini and Dula are amazing, we also had a Safari trip together, half day. + The residence looks fabulous. + They handle mosquitos very well. + Beautiful and clean glass. + Really felt taken care of and welcome!

Negative: - This isn't the place for people who have insect phobia. Thankfully, NO cockroaches, but many other flying and buzzing beetles, as well as the light bugs made quite a show at night!

Summary: #WORTH

Robin, United Kingdom Aug 2, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: This place is amazing. If you want to go to Wilpattu National Park, this is the perfect accommodation. We booked The Sanctuary half an hour before arriving and we were warmly greeted at the door by the owner Siraj. Siraj's passion for environmental protection is incredible. His knowledge of the ecology of the area is huge. Siraj and his team provided us with first class hospitality, beautiful food and a fully organized safari we will never forget (for a very competitive price). Extras like plentiful home grown bananas, a night tour of the grounds (seeing flying foxes and mouse deer) and free photos of what we saw on safari were the icing on the cake. It was a privilege to have stayed at The Sanctuary and we left enriched. I would not hesitate to return here in future.

Summary: The perfect sanctuary for nature lovers

Aug 1, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: I am a return guest and on this brief visit I chose to take a bird watching excursion to Nelum Vila (a local water hole) with Appe Kale Adventures which is an arm of the Sanctuary. The excursion was led by Suraj who is a qualified wildlife expert and the bird sightings were amazing. Binoculars are provided and really enhance the bird watching experience. Suraj has a wealth of knowledge which he is very happy to share.

Summary: Amazing bird watching excursion

Jul 31, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: This is the second time we have stayed at The Sanctuary. It is amazing how successful the re-wilding project at the property has come on in the last 10 months and the small animal sightings were amazing. On the complimentary night safari, we saw several rare Loris and otters, the mouse deer, porcupine, several owls and any small reptiles. The guides Achini and Dula are very good at spotting animals and were able to share lots of interesting facts about the animals we saw. The accommodation is very spacious and clean and the food prepared by Dinesha was excellent. Unfortunately, on this occasion our stay was a short one, but we will definitely return for a longer stay. We will promote The Sanctuary to our friends and family on our return to the UK.

Summary: Excellent stay and great value for money.

David, United Kingdom Feb 26, 2025 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: The family who run The Sanctuary are friendly and helpful and mum’s cooking is lovely. The grounds are well kept and attractive, although the pond was dry when we were there. The room was spacious and the bed comfortable. We used it as a base for the safari at Wilpattu, and booked our safari through The Sanctuary too, and for that it was good value. We had a wander around the village but there wasn’t much else to see. The safari was amazing but we found the full day to be too long and too tiring. The morning was perfect, many birds, deer, crocodiles, leopard and much more, but by midday it was very hot and had become much quieter. Our driver and guide finished at about 4 (we thought it went on until 6), so the elephants hadn’t yet come out for the cooler late afternoon, which was disappointing. Our advice would be to book a half day.

Negative: It was hot while we were there and we found it a struggle without air con (there is a fan). Earlier than stated finish to the safari, so missed the elephants.

Summary: Good as a base for a Wilpattu safari.

Fay, United Kingdom Feb 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: The Sanctuary is an outstanding place. The building itself it’s beautiful designed and decorated, fitting in well to the natural surroundings. The room and all the fittings feel high quality and a luxurious, a real treat when budget back packing. The nature that it is surrounded by is truly beautiful and peaceful. The perfect place to sit back and relax! What makes The Sanctuary so special is the staff. So welcoming, friendly and accommodating. Their knowledge of the animals and plants that you will see on walks around the premises is amazing, so well educated and genuine. The food cooked by mum is 10/10 and you will not leave hungry. They made our safari day so enjoyable and truly perfect!! I can not recommend this place enough, it’s a new venture for the team and they do it so well!! Thank you so much to everyone involved.

Summary: Perfection within nature.

Daniele, Australia Jan 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Amazing hospitality, attentive staff, very comfortable rooms and the food was lovely too!We saw some amazing animals on the property on our guided walks, and the guide was very knowledgeable. Strongly reccommended

Negative: 1 night was not enough!

FAQ's

Is this The Sanctuary pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Sanctuary?

Check-in time for The Sanctuary starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Sanctuary have a swimming pool?

No, this The Sanctuary does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Sanctuary?

Best-rates for the The Sanctuary starts from $99 per night with includes Breakfast, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Restaurant, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, View, Transportation/Shuttle, Sports/Activities with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is The Sanctuary a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Sanctuary wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Sanctuary has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Sanctuary?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Sanctuary indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Sanctuary?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Sanctuary are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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US $99