Proposed rectangular sitting and dining room with the L-shaped kitchen at the left end

The Barn by Nagul · Sri Lanka

Somewhere
to simply be.

Unhurried mornings. Island warmth.
A little more room to slow down.

A slower kind of escapeOpen-plan living · Styling concept

Open-plan livingThree bedroomsSwimming pool · in the making

Welcome to The Barn

A place to pause.
An island to discover.

The Barn by Nagul is a personal villa project in Sri Lanka’s North Western Province, created around a simple idea: time away should feel like time well spent.

Our vision brings together the comforts of a considered stay and the pleasure of island life — shared meals, warm hospitality and days with room to unfold.

A glimpse of what’s to come ↗

Proposed master bedroom with natural wood, woven details and soft linen

BEDROOM STYLING CONCEPT

Rest, beautifully imagined

Room to
switch off.

Three bedrooms, warm natural textures and a slower pace. Our vision for The Barn puts comfortable places to rest at the heart of your stay.

Explore the bedroom concepts, then discover the pool courtyard and shared living spaces below.

Explore the rooms ↗

At the heart of The Barn

Your own
poolside pause.

A swimming pool framed by the villa, a green lawn and Sri Lankan red-tiled roofs. A place we’re creating for lazy afternoons and time together.

Discover the villa spaces ↗

Proposed swimming pool courtyard with lawn, red-tiled villa and right-side parking — Pool courtyard concept · Pool completion and final facilities to be confirmed.

The Barn, imagined

Living. Resting.
Poolside.

Start with the sitting room, bedrooms and swimming pool, then explore the bathrooms and kitchen. These are styling concepts, with final property photography to follow.

Living & dining — proposed Balinese styling — Sitting room & open-plan living
One rectangular open-plan room: L-shaped kitchen at the left end, dining in the middle and sitting area on the right. Proposed Balinese styling.

Master bedroom — proposed Balinese styling — Master bedroom
Balinese styling concept; layout and fitting details are indicative.

Bedroom 1 — proposed Balinese styling — Bedroom 1
Balinese styling concept; layout and fitting details are indicative.

Bedroom 2 — proposed Balinese styling — Bedroom 2
Balinese styling concept; layout and fitting details are indicative.

Pool courtyard with the left-side bathroom entrance, three bedroom openings, red roof tiles, right-side parking and lawn — proposed styling — The swimming pool
Our proposed pool courtyard, with lawn beside the outer wall and a clear villa-side walkway. Final facilities and completion to be confirmed.

Bathroom — proposed Balinese styling — Bathroom
Balinese styling concept; layout and fitting details are indicative.

Main bathroom — proposed Balinese styling — Main bathroom
Balinese styling concept; layout and fitting details are indicative.

The L-shaped kitchen — proposed Balinese styling — The L-shaped kitchen
Updated styling concept based on the actual kitchen.

Garden passage — proposed Balinese styling — Garden passage
Initial outdoor styling study; dimensions are indicative.

The island rhythm

Good days, simply made.

Sri Lankan flavours, shared tables and something refreshing. These are a taste of what we’re planning; menus, availability and charges will be confirmed before your stay.

01 / ISLAND MORNINGS

A Sri Lankan start.

Hoppers, string hoppers, coconut sambol and a warm cup of Ceylon tea — inspiration for an unhurried island breakfast.

02 / AROUND THE TABLE

Rice, curry & company.

Discover fragrant rice and curry, dhal, seasonal vegetables and coastal fish dishes. Ask about a Sri Lankan meal or cooking experience when planning your stay.

03 / SOMETHING REFRESHING

A taste of the tropics.

King coconut, fresh lime drinks and Ceylon tea. Simple Sri Lankan refreshments for slow afternoons and warm evenings.

Food images are illustrative. Meals, drinks and cooking experiences are subject to arrangement; please share dietary needs with your enquiry.

Beyond The Barn

A little island exploring.

Stay close to the coast or make a day of it. A few ideas to shape your time around Marawila.

By the coast

Marawila beach

Keep things local with a coastal stroll, sea views and a relaxed sunset.

Explore on the map ↗

A half-day idea

Negombo

Explore the fishing-town atmosphere, lagoon area and historic canal, with time for a local lunch.

Explore on the map ↗

Culture near Chilaw

Munneswaram Temple

Visit the living Hindu temple complex near Chilaw. Dress respectfully and check visitor arrangements before setting off.

Explore on the map ↗

An early nature outing

Anawilundawa wetlands

A gentle morning for birdwatching and photography among wetlands near Chilaw. A local nature guide can help you make the most of a visit.

Explore on the map ↗

A longer full-day outing

Wilpattu National Park

For guests who want a safari day: plan an early departure, road travel and a jeep excursion. Permits, vehicle and guide arrangements cost extra; wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Explore on the map ↗

At your own pace

Three ways to spend a day.

Sample itineraries to inspire your stay, rather than fixed or included tours. Timings, access, weather and transport arrangements should be checked for your dates.

01 / SETTLE IN

A slow coastal day.

Morning: a Sri Lankan breakfast and time at the villa.
Afternoon: an easy local lunch and a Marawila coastal stroll.
Evening: sunset and a relaxed Sri Lankan dinner, by arrangement.

02 / CULTURE & LOCAL LIFE

A day around Chilaw.

Morning: visit Munneswaram Temple.
Afternoon: lunch around Chilaw, then return for time at the villa.
Evening: king coconut or fresh lime drinks and a quiet night in.

03 / NATURE & A LITTLE SPACE

Make room for wildlife.

Morning: an early birdwatching visit to Anawilundawa.
Afternoon: return for lunch and an unhurried afternoon.
For a longer alternative: dedicate a separate full day to Wilpattu safari.

Transport, guides, entry fees, safaris and meals are charged separately unless expressly included in your confirmed booking.

Destination information: Sri Lanka Tourism · Munneswaram Temple · Sri Lanka Ecotourism Foundation · Department of Wildlife Conservation

Arrive a little easier

Airport to island time.

Request a pickup or drop-off between Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and The Barn. Choose one way or a return transfer when preparing your stay enquiry.

OPTIONAL · EXTRA CHARGE

Transfers are arranged on request and subject to availability. The fare depends on your journey, vehicle, group size, luggage and arrival or departure time. We’ll confirm the quote and arrangements before you commit.

Request an airport transfer ↗

Find The Barn

Your way to
island time.

Beach Road, Marawila
North Western Province, Sri Lanka.

The location shown on the map is currently labelled The Marina. Use this name when opening directions in Google Maps.

Get directions ↗Open Google Maps ↗

Google Maps will let you choose your starting point and route.

Satellite map supplied by the owner showing the pin labelled The Marina near Beach Road in Marawila — Location reference · Map marker: The Marina

Your next chapter

Let’s make room
for a getaway.

Have a stay in mind? Email us directly or prepare your enquiry below. We’ll confirm availability, rates and booking arrangements with you.

stay@thebarnbynagul.com ↗

Enquiries are welcome by email. Dates and reservations require confirmation; no payment or booking is taken here.

Somewhereto simply be.

A place to pause.An island to discover.

Room toswitch off.

Your ownpoolside pause.

Living. Resting.Poolside.

Sitting room & open-plan living

Master bedroom

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

The swimming pool

Bathroom

Main bathroom

The L-shaped kitchen

Garden passage

Good days, simply made.

A Sri Lankan start.

Rice, curry & company.

A taste of the tropics.

A little island exploring.

Marawila beach

Negombo

Munneswaram Temple

Anawilundawa wetlands

Wilpattu National Park

Three ways to spend a day.

A slow coastal day.

A day around Chilaw.

Make room for wildlife.

Airport to island time.

Your way toisland time.

Let’s make roomfor a getaway.

Somewhere
to simply be.

A place to pause.
An island to discover.

Room to
switch off.

Your own
poolside pause.

Living. Resting.
Poolside.

Your way to
island time.

Let’s make room
for a getaway.