A peaceful retreat for the soul — where nature and heritage meet.

5 Star Villa Holidays proudly presents Southern Province 1009, home to The Gatehouse — an exclusive hideaway for couples or solo travelers, cradled at the entrance to the storied 9 Provinces Estate. With its private 8-meter pool and elegant, self-catered luxury, it offers a rare balance: secluded serenity with effortless access to coastal beauty and ancient heritage.

This sanctuary in the spice gardens invites you to slow down. Here, mornings awaken to the call of peacocks and the hush of paddy fields, as mist drifts across the ancient Pilana Raja Maha Vihara Temple. Monkeys swing through cinnamon-scented air, while overhead fans stir the warm, jungle breeze.

Indoor and outdoor spaces flow into one another — the plunge pool glistens beneath the sky, and your double outdoor shower and oversized bath become rituals beneath a canopy of green. The fully equipped kitchen tempts you to create from the island’s bounty of fresh produce, while evenings slip into silence, lit only by fireflies and the glow of moonlight on the water.

Tucked at the estate’s edge, The Gatehouse offers total privacy, but should curiosity draw you, you are warmly invited to wander the larger estate — exploring its lush tropical gardens, its working cinnamon plantation, and even the refurbished Manor House at the heart of it all.

Guest Access:

The Gatehouse Villa is exclusively yours — 3 acres of tropical serenity, with independent access, no disturbances, and a private plunge pool framed by the hum of nature. Should you crave local insights or a quiet visit to the main villa’s spa suite, your hosts are nearby, ready to arrange everything from private massages to curated local adventures.

Other Notes:

Arriving is an adventure itself — a winding path through village roads, where modern life fades into cultural stillness. Pilana is a gentle Buddhist village, where respect for local customs is part of the journey. From temple visits to days spent exploring the famed shores of Unawatuna, Ahangama, and Galle Fort, your time here becomes a patchwork of discovery and peace.