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Castlereagh – Tea Trails

Built in 1925, and located about 40 minutes drive from Hatton town, Castlereagh bungalow has unmatched views of the Castlereagh Reservoir.

It is perhaps one of the most romantic bungalows of the collection with gourmet cuisine, butler service, and a variety of outdoor activities, apart from the magical views.

Tea Trails is part of the Resplendent Ceylon “Best of Sri Lanka” circuit, a collection of five colonial-era tea planters’ bungalows created by the family-owned Dilmah Tea Company. Castlereagh Bungalow is one of them. The other stunning properties in this collection are Tientsin Bungalow, Dunkeld Bungalow, Norwood Bungalow, and Summerville Bungalow. Rates at Tea Trails bungalows are all-inclusive and you can move among any of the bungalows in turn to take in the full experience.

Why do we love Castlereagh – Tea Trails?

Impeccable food, magical scenery, luxury baths and spa treatments along with unparalleled service are all good reasons we love Tea Trails Bungalows. Castlereagh Bungalow is uniquely positioned and blessed with unrivalled views of the Castlereagh Reservoir over a wooded dell.

Suites offer vintage style four-poster beds, rich wooden flooring, and magnificent bathrooms. Richly serene and tastefully decorated, with timeless character, Castlereagh Bungalow is perfect for honeymooners and families or anyone who really wants to be pampered in the finest surroundings.

What can I look forward to?

Castlereagh Bungalow is one of Resplendent Ceylon’s Relais & Châteaux Resorts in Sri Lanka, giving you a continued guarantee of impeccable service. You will live the decadent life of an early tea baron with every aspect of your lavish holiday carefully planned for you.

Comfort

Accommodation at Castlereagh Bungalow is in 5 large rooms namely Baker Garden suite, Alston Garden Suite, Palmer Garden Suite, Jamieson Garden Suite, and Tate Luxury room.

Rooms are named after tea planters who lived in the bungalow long ago. They offer a taste of heritage luxury with solid teak furnishings, antique touches, and luxurious beds. Master Suites with a separate living room, Garden Suites with verandahs to private gardens and Luxury Rooms of great character are offered. A professional butler service is available round the clock.

Experiences

Possible outdoor activities include Heritage excursions, climbing Adam’s peak, guided scenic walks and hikes, mountain bike rides, kayaking in the Castlereagh Reservoir, croquet, tennis, and a one-of-a-kind tea experience: So if you don't know what a tea seed looks like, here's your chance to find out.

For true relaxation laze away on a sunbed absorbing the pristine views and bask in fresh highland breezes. You could tuck away with your favourite book in a corner of the delightful gardens. Every luxurious detail of this bungalow is designed to be captivating.

Gastronomy

A traditional Ceylon Bed Tea starts the day. All meals, snacks, high tea, beverages, wines and beers and non-premium alcohol are included on the room rate.

Bringing together the subtle influences of the flavours of tea, the Tea Infused Dinner is a signature culinary experience unique to Tea Trails. Tea infused dinners are a must-try. There are menus, but the sumptuous meals can also be tailored to suit your tastes. If you plan to be out the whole day, a delectable picnic hamper will be sent for you to enjoy.