LakeSide Cabana Tissamaharama

Very nice and quiet area, close to nature, great lake view. Really cute cabanas, we really enjoyed relaxing in front of our small tree house. Very friendly and welcoming hosts, delicious dinner. A lot of mosquitoes and bugs due the lake nearby, no "real" windows, only a mosquito net above the bed, so bring mosquito spray with you. Unfortunately quite muddy water, so taking a shower wasn't the best experience. Booking a safari was not worthed for us, because there were way too many jeeps in the national park and we didn't see a lot of animals, which is a pity for the price we paid.

Genuinely the best home stay I have ever stayed at! Where to start!??! First of all, the family are some of the nicest people I have ever met, and will literally do anything for you. The dad (sorry I forgot his name😢😢) took me around the village on his scooter and showed me around, we ended up stopping off to play cricket with the locals which was just incredible. The son of the family is such a sweet boy and loves to play football and badminton with you. He’s a funny character and definitely makes the experience so much better! There was a beautiful feel to this family and they wanted to include you in everything. The food they offer was fresh and amazing! The actual room is basic, but has everything you need! It overlooks a beautiful lake where you can catch an outstanding sunrise. You 100% need to book the safari with the homestay as we did and was the best experience ever! We saw 2 leopards which I understand is not common, but it’s all thanks to the guide, we were there really early to beat the crowds and it 100% paid off. The driver was so knowledgeable and tried his best to make us have the best time. The safari name is spotting trails. This experience is one of my best whilst traveling and for the price, it’s insane as it’s really affordable. I will 100% be returning!

The location was lovely, it was a very quiet place on the lakeside, except for the array of bird life which made for a wondrous dawn awakening. The lady who ran the place was very helpful and accommodating, and gave service with a smile. The cabins and bungalows were very clean.

The host was so friendly and welcoming, the food was amazing and the property is really special.

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We have been before and loved it so much we came back! The lakeside cabana is a wonderful place to stay with views directly over the lake through which swim water buffalo, egrets sitting high on their backs, hitching a ride. You can walk around the lakes and , if lucky, spot the odd crocodile. Great place for bird watching. The dawn chorus is a wondrous cacophony I shall never forget. The local food was cooked in front of us on outside stoves. The family are so kind and helpful too. Thank you to them all.

Very beautiful location, peaceful and beautiful by a lake with lots of wildlife. A room in a tree house is very special and quite unusual. The room doesn't have air-conditioning but the fans and mosquito net were fine and I slept very well there. Lovely, helpful owners Recommend local guide and TuKtuk driver Denzil who is very knowledgeable about the area. After I left he took me to Ella via the amazing Buddhas carved into the rocks and the spectacular waterfall at Diyaluma. It has a kettle and hot shower. There are two friendly dogs which give the place a homely feel. There are peacocks nesting up in the trees making an interesting cry.

Not much really. Nowhere to put clothes though not a big problem. The trip to Yala was good, well organised, good driver and guide, but talking to other people, it was quite expensive.

Amazing tree house cabana at a lakeside - stunning views and nature sounds, great garden with fresh coconuts. Comfy room with warm water, clean and well maintained. Amazingly friendly owners, and the loveliest dogs living there. Relax at it’s finest! Can’t miss this place!

Take a insect repellent with you ;)

This is our second stay at Lakeside Cabana. We liked it so much last time, we decided to return. The cabana overlooking the lake is wonderful! You can see many birds and hear their songs, especially at dawn. The owners are so nice and the food was also delicious.

The family is absolutely amazing. Delicious dinner, beautiful view. Lovely place.

It is a wonderful place