Accommodation
The Mudhouse guest accommodation is divided into five guest areas. Each area is unique in terms of design and layout, but facilities and overall atmosphere are essentially the same throughout. Guests areas are always exclusive to the client that books them and there is no sharing with other guests even. It is possible to put extra beds in most of the huts if required – contact us for details about this. All huts are suitable for singles or couples even if there are more beds than required, whilst some are suitable for families and small groups as well.
- The Original Mudhouse (2 double beds, 2 single beds): The Original Mudhouse consists of a cluster of different huts that connect to give the impression of a private village. The Original Mudhouse itself is a traditional style wattle and daub building containing a walled master bedroom with one double bed, a luggage room, western toilet, sitting area and extended porch area. In addition to this, we also have The Nest – a stilted wooden house with a double bed and views over the local lake. Finally there is also the Kumbuk Hut, which has two single beds. There is a master outdoor bathroom with twin showers and western toilet as a well a private dining hut.
- The Palu Hut (4 double beds) The Palu Hut is designed in a ‘V’ shape and has four double beds (two on either side of the hut). There is a large central living area with spaces that can be converts into additional sleeping areas. The Palu Hut has two jungle showers and two western toilets.
- The Maha Gedera (3 double beds, 3 single beds) The largest hut at The Mudhouse, our Maha Gedera is built in a square shape with a central open courtyard. Inside there are three double beds and three single beds. These can be made into day beds as required. There is an indoor seating and dining area as well as space around the entrance and in front of the hut with chairs and sun loungers. The Maha Gedera has the largest open plan, open air bathroom as well as an additional jungle shower at the rear.
- The Myla Hut (3 double beds) The Myla Hut consists of a main hut with two double beds and indoor lounge area. A newer, adjacent hut is connected to the main hut by a small path and houses a double bed. There is an outdoor jungle shower and a separate, covered toilet. The huts are located on the side of the property close to the yoga lake.
- The Sharma Hut (1 double bed, 2 single beds) The Sharma hut was built in the location where our Honeymoon Hut was previously located. The Sharma Hut is a large, circular hut with one double bed and private living area. There is also a separate lounge hut which can be used for relaxing the day and has 2 single beds. The Sharma hut has a jungle shower and a covered western toilet. The lounge hut can also accommodate two single beds if required.
Activities:
All local activities are include free of charge in the price:
- Bird watching
- Kayaking
- Cooking lessons
- Cycling
- Temple tours
- Local historical sites
- Friday market
- Nature Trails
Special activities will incur extra charges for transportation and entrance fees as required:
- Wilpattu National Park
- Dolphin Watching at Kalpitiya
- Yapahuwa archaeological site
- Anawilundawa wetland sanctuary
Food:
Meals, snacks, tea/coffee & drinking water are all included in the price. All food is prepared fresh on site with the majority of fruits and vegetables coming from our organic garden. We promote and celebrate local cuisine, using seasonal ingredients. There is no menu but the chefs will discuss the plans on a day-to-day basis. Simple western meals can be provided for children if required but we recommend sampling as much of the local food as possible.
Location & Distances
The Mudhouse is situated 7.5 kilometres from Anamaduwa town in the village of Pahaladiulwewa. The best route from the town can vary depending on the time of year as the condition of the gravel and mud roads can change from season to season. It is general best to call us on the day for detailed directions for the last stretch as there are no signs or boards for the property on either the roads or at the entrance itself, in keeping with the hideaway concept. A pin can now be found in Google Maps if you search for ‘Mud House’.
- Mudhouse – BIA Airport – 106 KM
- Mudhouse – Colombo Fort – 132 KM
- Mudhouse – Kandy – 110 KM
- Mudhouse – Wilpattu National Park main gate – 60 KM
- Mudhouse – Kalpitiya Town – 68 KM
- Mudhouse – Dambulla – 120 KM
Alcohol
Please note that The Mudhouse does not have a licence to sell alcohol. All guest huts are equipped with cool boxes and soft drinks. Guests are very welcome to bring alcohol with them. We advise agents to inform chauffeur-guides of this fact and ask them to pick up supplies on the way to The Mudhouse as required.
