Hikkaduwa, with its palm fringed golden sandy beaches plays host to Villa Saffron, a luxurious boutique villa. Designed by renowned architect C Anjalendran, Villa Saffron Hikkaduwa captures the modern spirit of this island while preserving its bygone charms. Beauty abounds at this luxurious property created with a home away from home concept.  A personal passion of its owners, the entire property has been furnished with items from their personal collection of eclectic art and furniture and thereby created a sleek family luxury retreat. Their eye for detail and beauty is evident as you look around Villa Saffron as it exudes a sense of beauty all around. 

The villa consists of five spacious bedrooms with attached terraces and ensuite bathrooms.  The villa can be rented in its entirety or by suite. Each suite has a balcony, verandah, and courtyard making it unique in its own way. There are two suites on the upper floor and three on the ground floor with sitting and dining areas on both levels. The Garden Room, Cinnamon Suite and The Tamarind Suite all have an inviting ambiance with great views of the ocean and the garden. The Saffron Suite  and Vanilla Suite have their own private jacuzzis on the balcony with great views of the ocean. 

The 45 foot long pool is another fine feature of Villa Saffron. The beautifully laid out gardens are filled with tropical blooms adding a heady fragrance to the atmosphere. The cerulean hued ocean which lies a few feet away adds to the beauty of the villa. 

No home is complete without a kitchen and at Villa Saffron the kitchen is the heart of the home. There is an abundance of fresh produce - vegetables, tropical fruit and seafood in the area and the in house chef will cook you up a veritable feast. Should guests want to cook their own meals they are encouraged to use the well equipped kitchen. 

Spacious and breezy Villa Saffron Hikkaduwa is equipped with all modern conveniences, a mix of kingsize and super kingsize beds, tasteful furnishing and great service. Ideal for solo travellers, couples, families or a group of friends this home is perfect for those who are seeking refuge from their busy lives. Without a doubt Villa Saffron Hikkaduwa is a secret that must be shared amongst discerning travellers. 

www.villasaffron.com 

By Tina Edward Gunawardhana