More than hundred years ago, during the British rule, when the Scotsman James Taylor introduced the tea plant to Sri Lanka they chose the hill country as the area with the suitable climate for the plant to thrive. It not only thrived, but went on to become the number one cash crop in the country. Even today, tea is one commodity that still brings in a considerable amount of foreign earnings to the country. Tea plantations were planted on the rolling folds of the hill country and many of the estate bungalows which were built as homes for the owner are being turned into holiday bungalows now, and they have become quite popular among the local as well as the foreign travellers who loves to experience the timeless charm of an era long gone.

In Haputale, near a picturesque location named Beragala, the Viharagala Estate is located. Wrapped in the cool mists of the Haputale area and surrounded by rolling mountains, the bungalow warmly beckons the traveller who is looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of the hills. The bungalow is maintained and run in the old fashioned , estate bungalow tradition, which would be an unforgettable experience to the visitor. The main bungalow consists of five rooms and four bathrooms and these are maintained in the same manner as in the olden days. The visitors are encouraged to reserve the whole bungalow and not separate rooms, and the cost of rent of the bungalow for a day would be Rs. 35,000/-. A well appointed kitchen and a pantry is set aside at your disposal and there is a staff of four to look into your needs, to make your stay comfortable and memorable.

The "Pemberley Study Center" which was maintained until recently as an education center for students and educationists, has now been renovated as another bungalow which is on offer for the holiday maker. The library in the house is filled with books of rare kind, which is a heaven for the academic as well as for the fun-reader. "Pemberley" carries seven bedrooms with attached bathrooms, a vast dining room, a well-equipped pantry with a micro-wave oven and a washing machine among other amenities to make your life an easy one. While the whole unit could be rented for Rs. 25,000/- per day,and if you need, you can rent single rooms as well here.

The staff at "Pemberley" and the Estate Bungalow both are well trained in their culinary art, and you will be fed with western, indian or traditional Sri Lankan style food cooked with fresh vegetable depending on your choice, to sate your hunger.

Surrounded by a vast expanse of commercially grown rose garden, there will not be a dearth of bird song , due to all the birds that visit the flower arbor. If you are inclined to, excursions to Adisham Bungalow, Yala National Park, Udawalawe National Park,

World's End, Horton Plains, could be taken at your leisure. Also, as the house is located in close proximity to the Bambarakanda and Diyaluma water falls, you could enjoy a short trip to these places as well. If you are looking to get-away from the city and to enjoy some peaceful time, Viharagala Bungalow is the place for you.