10 minutes stroll from the ancient kingdom of Kandy, backed by jungle, overlooking the Kandy lake, the golden roofed Temple of the Tooth, and magnificent mountain scenery,' sits this large sprawling red building that appears through thick foliage'. Inspiring Kelly Jones of the Stereophonics single ‘Madam Helga’ which came 2 Nd in the UK charts a few years ago. "Converted to a sumptious hotel, th
at would serve Baz Lurham should he ever opt to shoot 'Moulin Rouge' jungle style...
'Helga grew up in a world of colonial tea pots, Hollywood gossip and Marxist revolutions....
Helga's grandfather helped secure Sri Lanka's Independance from the England in 1948,
“Decorated by the owner Helga De Silva Blow Perera in a whimsical tropical theme.. Every room is differeant, emphasizing the whimsy of life, reflecting Helga's prefarance to juxtapose and mix the pedigrees.. The walls are covered by paintings, newspaper cuttings and photographs, and tells the history of the house.. Dinner by candlelight..Some choose to dine on the balcony with the city light reflected in the lake below. '..'
Delightful country house house atmosphere.. Emphasis on organically grown produce, sea salt, herbs, spices and coffee grown in the hotel gardens.. Quotes courtesy of 'Liiving in Sri Lanka' James Fennel and Turtle Bunbury, Thames and Hudson..'
The Srii Lankans' Martin Pieris
If thinking of coming, please do your homework. Helga's Folly is a Sri Lankans home, open to a few guests, and is NOT a boutique or starred emporium. If expecting a regular hotel experience, best not come! Madam Helga calls it “ a grownups nursery, nightmare for the minimalist” says MadamHelga with a Grin!”!!! Although we officially have 35 rooms, we do not take large package groups, as we feel that it spoils the family atmosphere...
Check out our website www.helgasfolly.com A Sri Lankan home. Very best to-everybody. PS An open mind is a must here..
