Discover a distinctive luxury villa experience in Sri Lanka.
Hill Rise Luxury Villa & Stables is an exquisite Four-bedroom cottage situated opposite the amazing Lake Gregory in Nuwara Eliya. Nuwara Eliya, an old colonial hill station, lies more than 6,000 feet above sea level and can be approached via Kandy or Hatton. The drive from Kandy is about 2 hours. There is also the convenient option of hopping on board an Air Taxi from Colombo and arriving in Nuwara Eliya within an hour. The Air Taxi lands on Lake Gregory in Nuwara Eliya exactly opposite Hill Rise Luxury Villa & Stables.
Created around the concept of Horses, Stables and Horse Racing, Hill Rise Luxury Villa & Stables is set on a manicured lawn with flowering hedges. It is a luxurious single story holiday bungalow with warm and welcoming interiors caringly created by its Sri Lankan owners. The cottage consists of cozy living and dining areas decorated with plush sofas, and fireplaces. Breakfast is served on the Lawn facing Lake Gregory and the beautiful Hills, which lie as a backdrop to the Lake. Wake up leisurely and take a stroll along the beautiful Lake Gregory or visit the Owners Stables in the Nuwara Eliya Race Course and watch the Horses Train, or ride a beautiful thoroughbred or play a round of golf at the nearby Nuwara Eliya golf club. At dusk, relax with a drink by the fireplace and dine on a sumptuous dinner prepared by the in-house Chef. Hill Rise Luxury Villa & Stables is well equipped with all modern conveniences and is rented on a villa only basis to one party at a time ensuring complete privacy. This is an ideal holiday retreat for a family or a small group of friends traveling together. Hill Rise Luxury Villa & Stables can accommodate up to 8 adults and four children.
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Lake Gregory · Nuwara Eliya · Sri Lanka
Set opposite the beautiful Lake Gregory, Hill Rise Luxury Villa & Stables is a characterful four-bedroom cottage in Sri Lanka’s cool hill country. Its manicured lawn, flowering hedges, welcoming interiors and views towards the lake create a peaceful setting for families and friends travelling together.
Inspired by horses, stables and the heritage of horse racing, the villa brings together colonial-era character, antique furnishings, comfortable living spaces and fireplaces. Begin the day with breakfast overlooking the lake, explore the surrounding hills, or unwind indoors after a day in the fresh mountain air.
Rented to one party at a time, Hill Rise offers privacy with a dedicated team, an in-house chef and a butler. Guests can also enquire about the distinctive Stable Experience at the Nuwara Eliya Race Course.
Four individually styled rooms reflect the villa’s equestrian heritage and old-world charm. For complete privacy, the entire villa is also available for exclusive occupancy.
Garden & Lake Views
Named after India’s racing legend La Dona, this inviting room offers views across the gardens, west lawn and lake beyond. An antique four-poster king bed, en-suite bathroom and thoughtful comforts create a restful hill-country retreat.
Room to Unwind
Named after the celebrated racing mare Natalma, this generously proportioned room sits beside the Queens Room. An antique ebony four-poster bed, carefully chosen artwork and an en-suite bathroom create a warm, characterful stay.
Colonial Character
Inspired by the villa’s colonial heritage, the Governors’ Room features a genuine ebony four-poster bed, a historic Calamander writing table and a fireplace. The en-suite bathroom and considered details bring comfort to its distinctive character.
Intimate & Cosy
A charming, intimate room for two, the Queens’ Room pairs an antique ebony four-poster bed with its own fireplace. Rich in atmosphere and personal details, it offers a cosy base for exploring Nuwara Eliya.
Make Hill Rise your own private retreat. With four characterful suites, inviting shared spaces, a manicured garden and lake views, the villa is designed for family escapes and small groups seeking time together.
A dedicated butler and in-house chef help make each stay personal, while access to the stable experience adds a memorable equestrian dimension to a hill-country holiday.
4 bedrooms · Up to 8 guests · Rates from USD 1,650 (Summer)
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Wake to cool mountain air and the changing light over Lake Gregory. Enjoy breakfast on the lawn, take a gentle walk by the water, or spend a relaxed afternoon with a book beside the fireplace.
From the garden to the cosy living and dining rooms, Hill Rise offers room to reconnect and enjoy the simple pleasures of a private country stay.
Plan Your Stay
Equestrian heritage is at the heart of Hill Rise. Guests can enquire about visiting the owners’ stables at the Nuwara Eliya Race Course, observing thoroughbreds and learning more about the world of horse care and racing.
Whether you are an enthusiastic horse lover or simply curious about this distinctive part of Nuwara Eliya, the experience offers a special connection to the villa’s story. Availability and arrangements should be confirmed with the team before your visit.
Enquire About the ExperienceExplore the villa’s inviting rooms, elegant details, lake-side setting and equestrian character.
Pair a restful stay at Hill Rise with the landscapes, gardens and heritage of Sri Lanka’s hill country.
Visit a tea estate or garden and discover the cool-climate landscapes and horticultural heritage that make the hill country distinctive.
Explore one of the area’s best-known waterfalls and enjoy a scenic outing amid the greenery around Nuwara Eliya.
Plan an early outing to the dramatic highland landscapes of Horton Plains, known for open grasslands, forest and sweeping views.
Hill Rise is located opposite Lake Gregory, with access to the town’s walks, gardens, golf, tea-country excursions and cultural attractions.
79 Badulla Road, Nuwara Eliya 22200, Sri Lanka.
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