Thanks to Daya & Deepa of Bay View, Weligama

Hard at work.

In two weeks time this place, Bay View, Weligama, where I have spent the last 2 months of my life will become only a wonderful memory. I have had an amazing time staying here with two people who have become more than just hosts, they have become friends, people who I have joked and laughed with, who have helped me, who have taught me their language and culture, looked out for me and even worried about me when I went missing for a couple of days.

To thank them I have asked some of the past residents who have also become my friends from staying at this beautiful place, to help explain why it has left us all feeling this way about this wonderful place and the people who run it Daya and Deepa. 




The incarnation of hospitality.

Dominik

“At first glance, you are not aware of the hidden paradise just down the slightslope behind Weligama’s coastal road. With my scooter I had stopped for a shot and spotted Deepa offering fresh fruit juices.

Getting a closer look, I was enchanted with the garden so I decided to spend a night in one of her clean and tidy guest rooms at the far end of the garden. For supper, a delicious fish curry cooked just for me by Daya , Deepa´s husband.

Daya & Deepa

Colorful fishing boats along Weligama Harbour, the famed Mirissa Beach nearby and other smaller nice beaches close by, added to the hospitality of Deepa and Daya make for a stay beyond words. There is only two things I regret... not having stayed longer and leaving behind a garment – the upper part of my zip trousers.

But contacts in Sri Lanka being what they are, i.e magical , I passed this address on to a friend met later along the way , Jeanne, who stopped and stayed over, collected my shorts and put them in the Post upon returning to Europe.

Such is the effect generated by this place. Thank you Daya and Deepa ! ”

Dominik Werner (German) stayed in Bay View Rest & Restaurant while on his 15 day-round trip by scooter.
January 2013


Bay View Rest

Jeanne

It’s a place that grows on you like moss, after a while you get to be the orchid hanging in a coconut shell off a tree.

Suspended in time and yet rejoining other faraway places of the imagination. Places and atmospheres in literature set in southern latitutes : in Conrad, Forster, Bouvier … and it is a real place of Rest.

Ideal for day dreaming, meditating, reading and writing… Lady Deepa, smiling, treads softly in the garden, bringing a cup of tea. And Chef Daya, skilled in the kitchen, eager to cook the fare of your choice – squids, prawns… the fish market being  across the road.

Should you need to get your bearings on the horizon, take a few steps in the garden, stretch your neck, look left and get a view of Weligama Bay and the world “outside” Eden !

Jeanne Arseneault (born Canada living in France)

January 2013


Pearls of Weligama

Carien and friends

I would like to take this opportunity to once again thank Daya and Deepa for making my stay in Weligama so delightful.

Like pearls these people should be cherished, they make you feel at home, always smiling and nothing is a bother, a cup of coffee or pot of tea, even a freshly cooked delicious meal.

Many times I even invited my friends over to eat and Daya was always happy to put a table in the garden, surrounded by flowers, fruit trees and the stars above.

I feel very grateful at having met these wonderful people, all the best to you until we meet again.

Wishing you special adventures for your writing, Gary, thinking of the Beatles song; You say goodbye, I say hello.

Love Carien Lansdorp,

Holland, Tulips for you :-)



Yoga with a Bay View

Fisken

I was looking for a quiet peaceful spot for giving a 10- day intensive yoga course for a friend who´s main wish it was to calm the mind. Walking into the lush garden, having a look at the rooms and checking the space where to do yoga I realized this was the perfect place.

Deepa and Daya are the most friendly hosts, during the four months I´ve stayed in Sri Lanka some of the best food I had here, especially happy about the perfectly cocked vegetables ! Ended up staying for 22 days.

Highly recommendable…

Fisken Kristiansen

Norway


Slowing Down to the View

Mischa

I arrived in Sri Lanka and was met by my friend Fisken, who whisked me away from the airport and we arrived after a 3 hour road trip in darkness at Bay View, Weligama. Tired I went straight to my room and slept off the long flight.

When I woke the following morning I was totally amazed at the place she had chosen for our yoga retreat, it was stunning and truly peaceful. Deepa served me a wonderful cup of coffee with a beautiful smile, which I easily became accustomed too.

The 3 weeks I stayed there doing yoga and exploring the area on foot, was just what I needed to leave the life of work behind and relax, while enjoying the warm hospitality that Daya and Deepa showed me. 

Mischa Kaufmann

Switzerland


"Cool Spot" The name says it all.

Gem, Cara & Ike

Initially we came to spend 3 weeks in Sri Lanka, but have ended up staying 2 months. One of the highlights of our stay was finding Bay View (Cool Spot) in Weligama.  Daya and Deepa are amazing host's, two of the friendliest people in Sri Lanka for sure, super helpful and great chef's too. After befriending Gary, a long term resident of Bay View, we were lucky enough to be invited to numerous alfresco dinners under the moonlight in the idyllic garden setting. The meals have always been superb and the atmosphere relaxed.

Bay View is a tranquil setting to reflect on the morning surf while enjoying a coffee in the midst of the wildlife sanctuary, surrounded by orchids and other wonderful plants.

Despite only dropping by for coffee and the occasional dinner with our friend, we were always greeted with smiles that stretched from ear to ear and a warm homely atmosphere. Great value, people and place.

We feel lucky to have experienced Bay View. Big thanks to Daya and Deepa :-)

Gem and Ike

Scotland

Chef Daya

Thank You Daya and Deepa for taking care of us and showing us a wonderful time while we stayed with you until next, I hope.

All the best.

Bay View Seafood Rest & Restaurant
No. 1/14 New Road
Kapparatota
Weligama
Sri Lanka 

Tel +94 729 11 7378 
Tel +94 712 76 7672