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at a Glance.
Star Rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Type
Campground
Location
Uva Ben Head Estate, Welimada – Uva Province
Hotel Category
Tea Country Heritage Collection
Ideal For
Couples, Families, Writers, Nature Travellers
Style
Colonial-Era Tea Estate Villa
Price / Night
Why Stay Here
Privacy amid 100 acres of tea and mountain air
Hidden deep within the folds of Sri Lanka’s misty highlands, Jetwing Hoffmann Bungalow stands as a living echo of a gentler era.
Once a 1940s British holiday residence on the Uva Ben Head Tea Estate, this three-room villa now welcomes modern travellers seeking solitude, scenery, and soft luxury.
“Where mist rolls like silk through tea and time stands politely still.”
About the Property
Perched 3,500 feet above sea level, Jetwing Hoffmann Bungalow commands a panorama of emerald valleys and silver mist.
The residence, built during World War II for British planters, has been restored with quiet grace — retaining its colonial architecture while infusing modern comfort.
Inside, time feels unhurried: timber floors creak softly beneath rugs, the fire crackles, and the scent of fresh tea leaves floats through open windows.
Sithiyam Insider: “It’s a house that breathes — a place where silence becomes a companion.”
Why Stay Here
- Private bungalow on a working tea estate
- Personal chef and butler service
- Exclusive hill-country ambience
- Perfect for couples and families seeking solitude
- Uninterrupted mountain and valley views
Sithiyam Insider: “Wake early — the mist will speak to you.”
Accommodation & Rooms
With only three bedrooms, exclusivity is absolute.
Every room features antique furniture, hand-woven linen, and panoramic tea-garden views.
- Master Suite (Room No. 1) – Private veranda, fireplace, and oversized bathroom; ideal for Couples and Honeymooners.
- Twin Room (Room No. 2) – Warm, spacious room for Families or Friends.
- Heritage Room (Room No. 3) – Cosy chamber for Solo Travellers or Writers seeking quiet.
Pro Tip: Book the Master Suite for sunrise views of tea mist and Ben Head Peak.
Location & Accessibility
Set within the Uva Ben Head Estate in Welimada, the bungalow is about 1 hour from Ella and 30 minutes from Bandarawela.
Nearest railway station: Haputale (45 minutes by car).
CTA: Plan Your Tea-Country Retreat →
Photo by UGA Chena Huts
Photo by UGA Chena Huts
Dining & Culinary Experience
Meals here are personal, prepared by a dedicated chef using estate-fresh ingredients and vegetables from the garden.
Breakfasts unfold on the terrace overlooking valleys; dinners are by the fire with a glass of Ceylon tea wine.
Signature Dishes:
- Uva pepper crusted chicken
- Sri Lankan rice & curry with garden greens
- Ceylon cream tea with baked scones
“In the hills, flavour is measured in mist and memory.”
Sithiyam Offer: Book via Sithiyam and enjoy a private tea-estate picnic or farm-to-table experience. Reserve Now →
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Spa & Wellness
There’s no formal spa — but tranquillity is everywhere.
Guests can book in-room Ayurveda massages or morning yoga sessions on the lawn overlooking the tea estate.
Pro Tip: Opt for the green-tea infused massage — unique to this bungalow.
Similar & Recommended Hotels
- Jetwing Warwick Gardens – Grand hill-country heritage home.
- Jetwing Kaduruketha – Sustainable luxury in Wellawaya valley.
- Ceylon Tea Trails – Iconic plantation bungalows.
- Heritance Tea Factory – Industrial heritage turned boutique.
CTA: Explore Sithiyam’s Tea Country Heritage Collection →
Nearby Attractions
- Dambatenne Tea Factory – A Lipton legacy.
- Lipton’s Seat – Panoramic tea-estate viewpoint.
- Haputale Town – Colonial architecture and markets.
- Kataragama Pilgrimage Route – Cultural heritage trail.
- Horton Plains – World’s End and Baker’s Falls day trip.
Pro Tip: Combine with Jetwing Kaduruketha for a mountain-to-valley journey.
Experiences & Facilities
Signature Experiences
- Tea plucking and factory visits on Uva Ben Head Estate
- Guided hikes to Haputale or Dambatenne Tea Factory
- Picnics at Idalgashinna View Point
- Birdwatching with local naturalist
- Cooking classes with estate chef
Facilities: Lounge with fireplace, garden terrace, butler service, Wi-Fi, and reading nook.
Sithiyam Insider: “Every window here frames a postcard.”
Insider Tips for Guests
Pro Tip: Carry a shawl — Welimada nights can dip to 12 °C.
Sithiyam Insider: Ask for breakfast in the garden to watch sunlight spill over the tea.
Editor’s Note: Unplug — there’s Wi-Fi, but you won’t need it.
Guest Reviews & Testimonials
Travellers call Jetwing Hoffmann Bungalow “a tea-estate secret.” Guests praise its privacy, staff warmth, and the soul-soothing serenity of its surroundings.
Sustainability & Design Ethos
Jetwing’s commitment to sustainable heritage is evident through:
- Solar power and rainwater harvesting
- Local employment and tea estate community support
- Plastic-free operations and composting
- Eco-friendly architecture using reclaimed wood
Editor’s Note: Here, luxury is measured not in opulence — but in quiet integrity.
Photo by UGA Chena Huts
Photo by UGA Chena Huts
Conclusion
Jetwing Hoffmann Bungalow is a sanctuary of stillness — where tea fields breathe and history rests gently on the wind.
Experience Jetwing Hoffmann Bungalow with Sithiyam Travel — where luxury meets authenticity.
