Welcome to Unawa Retreat Retreat Center
History
Our Location
Our Location
Nestled beside the serene Bogahawewa Lake in Tissamaharama, Unawa Retreat is more than just a getaway — it’s a journey into the soul of the Sri Lankan village life as it once was.
Unawa Retreat was born in 2019 on inherited ancestral land, with the vision of creating a peaceful refuge away from the chaos of modern life. Inspired by the si
Nestled beside the serene Bogahawewa Lake in Tissamaharama, Unawa Retreat is more than just a getaway — it’s a journey into the soul of the Sri Lankan village life as it once was.
Unawa Retreat was born in 2019 on inherited ancestral land, with the vision of creating a peaceful refuge away from the chaos of modern life. Inspired by the simplicity, calm, and authenticity of rural living, this space was built to offer current and future generations a rare glimpse into the traditional way of life — untouched, unhurried, and deeply connected to nature.
Our Location
Our Location
Our Location
Our location is truly one-of-a-kind. In a region known for its dry climate and water scarcity, our land is blessed with a natural artesian well — a free-flowing fountain that has sustained nearby villages through decades of drought. The land also features a natural lake, flourishing fruit groves, and open jungle spaces, offering guests the chance to reconnect with nature in its purest form
Our Accommodations
Our Accommodations
Our Accommodations
At Unawa Retreat, we don’t just offer accommodation — we invite you to live the village life of the 1990s. Wake to birdsong, walk through paddy fields, cool off in our natural water pool, or simply rest under a tree, listening to the wind rustling through the leaves. We encourage guests to step out of their rooms and immerse themselves i
At Unawa Retreat, we don’t just offer accommodation — we invite you to live the village life of the 1990s. Wake to birdsong, walk through paddy fields, cool off in our natural water pool, or simply rest under a tree, listening to the wind rustling through the leaves. We encourage guests to step out of their rooms and immerse themselves in the environment — to feel the land, rather than just observe it.
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Our Accommodations
Our Accommodations
We proudly employ staff from the surrounding communities and follow eco-friendly practices to preserve the beauty of this land. Our core belief is simple: respect nature and the people who live in harmony with it.
Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, a stay at Unawa Retreat is designed to offer something truly irreplacea
We proudly employ staff from the surrounding communities and follow eco-friendly practices to preserve the beauty of this land. Our core belief is simple: respect nature and the people who live in harmony with it.
Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, a stay at Unawa Retreat is designed to offer something truly irreplaceable — an experience unlike any other, where time slows down and memories grow deep.
Come not just to stay, but to feel, to breathe, and to remember what life once was.