Camellia Hills

Perched gracefully on a mountainside carpeted in tea bushes and towering pine trees, Camellia Hills is a contemporary five-bedroom boutique sanctuary overlooking the mirror-still waters of Castlereagh Reservoir in Dickoya. Blending modern architectural elegance with the nostalgic romance of a traditional Ceylon planter's bungalow, this intimate haven offers discerning travelers unrivaled seclusion in the heart of the central highlands.

Architectural Elegance & Panoramic Living

Camellia Hills features five tastefully appointed bedrooms named after iconic tea estates: Camellia, Golden Dawn, Dickoya, Castlereagh, and Adams Peak. The social heart of the bungalow unfolds across split levels, where floor-to-ceiling glass walls invite the panoramic reservoir and mist-clad mountain peaks directly into the living and dining spaces. Plush sofas warmed by an open log fireplace, bespoke timber furnishings, and contemporary artwork create a serene residential ambience. Outside, a solar-heated garden swimming pool offers an extraordinary vantage point to soak up the mountain sun while listening to endemic birdcall.

Gastronomy & Butler Hospitality

True to the Teardrop Hotels ethos, every stay at Camellia Hills is accompanied by dedicated private butler service and a gourmet dining experience. Daily-changing menus celebrate fresh high-grown produce, local artisanal dairy, and organic herbs harvested from surrounding estate gardens. Guests enjoy leisurely English breakfasts on the terrace, afternoon Ceylon tea served with freshly baked scones and strawberry preserves, and four-course candlelit dinners paired with fine international wines.

Curated Highland Experiences

Beyond the bungalow, explore guided walks along scenic tea trails, embark on kayak expeditions across Castlereagh Reservoir, or hike up to nearby waterfalls. The estate provides an ideal gateway for taking the iconic blue train through the hill country, visiting functioning colonial tea factories, or embarking on a sunrise pilgrimage up sacred Adam's Peak (Sri Pada).