NETHSARA cottage

Really gorgeous views from our front porch of nature and the temple. Loved the ability to sit on our porch for meals and for hanging out on the chairs. Room was clean. No AC but none needed at least where we stay in Ella. In the mountains, it’s much cooler than the coast and we used the duvets to sleep! Abundant big breakfasts!!

The only issue is the property is not on a Main Street and some random tuk tuks we paid to take us home refused to drive us back up the last 300 meters so we had to walk, in the rain! Our driver and sedan couldn’t make it up either as it was so steep. We had to pay a tuk tuk just to help us with our luggage on that last section. If you need transport use the tuk tuk driver recommended by the hosts. He always picked us up and drove us everywhere no problem, including to the tea plantation. Might not be an issue for super light travelers. But we were a family with 4 small backpacks and two carry on roller suitcases and struggled a bit. Although really loved our views and cleanliness of the property and the food, if I were to visit Ella again, I might consider paying more and staying on a main road.

Very friendly owner, delicious breakfest and amazing view!! Best home stay that we had in Sri Lanka.

Be aware that it is a bit difficult to get there (tuk tuk is 1000 from ella) and it is bit fat from the city.

We absolutely loved this stay. Madusha introduced herself as soon as I made the booking, and her attentiveness and kindness continued through to helping us navigate the way to the property in our tuktuk when we got lost and greeting us with tea and biscuits. Later she provided us with the contact details for a driver into the town in the evenings, and did laundry for us too. The breakfast was fantastic and we were served an abundance of food at the time we chose each morning. The property itself is in the most stunning settings up in the hills, with a huge private terrace to yourself to relax and eat breakfast. The room itself was very comfortable, and the curtains very thick so light didn’t stream in. I had a great sleep both nights. One of the mornings we were there, it rained heavily, and we enjoyed sitting out on the terrace for a few hours listening to the forest and watching the wildlife. We saw so many different types of birds, as well as some monkeys who climbed on the roof one day! We loved the experience at this lovely cottage, which had everything we needed, including a wonderful host. We would come back in a heartbeat. Thank you Madusha!

The property has two rooms, Room 1 with 3 beds, and Room 2 with 4 beds. We stayed in Room No.1. Mrs.Madusha the owner has paid attention to details. The room is spotless clear with all necessary needs. Excellent breakfast and food.

The approach road is rough, and steep. Once we reach the guesthouse, the calm and peace is invaluable.

Nethsara cottage is absolutely gorgeous - beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean and in a rural, quiet spot in the hills above Ella. Delicious breakfasts are served on the balcony that has amazing views of the valley and the Mahamevnawa Monastery in the distance. Madusha is a lovely host, organising tuktuks on our request. We were so sad to leave and couldn’t recommend it more!

Nothing! Bear in mind it’s a 10 minute tuktuk ride from the centre of Ella, but this wasn’t a problem for us and there are restaurants close by.

View, the room

A bit far from twn

The location, peaceful and calm. The dinner, homes cooked for us was amazing and so delicious. Traditional Sri Lankan meal. Breakfast also great and they catered to mess being vegan well.

Nil

The view was beautiful around sunset and in general. The breakfast was fantastic! We even packed some food for the rest of the day. The host was lovely and helped us park and get around. Also, she was helpful with the tuk tuks. Definitely a place to come back to.

Hot water took a few minutes to come.

We had an amazing stay at Nethsara cottage! We loved the place nestled in the forest with a beautiful view over the mountains. The rooms are comfortable, the breakfast delicious, and the staff very caring and helpful! Great value for money.