HOW IT ALL STARTED
It was the right time, the right place and the perfect person.
One a Surf coach born on the beaches of South Africa who decided to trade in his wetsuit and cold water for boardshorts and the tropics. The other a surfer girl from Germany who was tired of running her own hair salon, and wanted the tropical life and to have a personal surf coach.
Both had experienced surf camps, one coaching and managing, and the other as a guest. Over time, we both noticed a few things that we wanted to do differently in creating a surf retreat space for a small number of guests. Our aim is to offer an experience that is cosy and personal, a retreat with access to the most fun waves and a more-personal alternative to the large surf camps in the region. Our southern Sri Lanka surf retreat's size and personal approach enables us to be flexible to our guests needs and offers you the perfect place to SURF STAY CHILL.
The beginning of our adventure started in the beautiful surf village of Madiha, Sri Lanka. We spent two wonderful years there, making memories hosting so many brilliant guests. A new opportunity presented itself in a location that offered more accessibility for our guests to surf spots and other activities along the Sri Lankan South Coast.
We now present you OceanLife Surf Stay.
Nestled amongst the trees just outside of the well-known Weligama bay, our quiet three-story space offers a big garden (Polly loves it) 5 king-size rooms that offer all you need to make you feel comfortable and like you are at home.
On the top floor we have an inhouse restaurant and chill space with 360 panoramic views of trees and wildlife.
Imke has always enjoyed cooking and baking when she was living in Germany, now with the help of our local ladies and enjoying the local flavours, have created amazing dishes that have an infusion of western style with the amazing local ingredients that the island has to offer. From amazing banana chocolate bread (a favourite amongst all) to taco nights and local curry nights this is just a taste of what you can expect when enjoying the food we have to offer.
We are very fortunate to have the beach a couple of minute’s walk from our front door for all to enjoy. We are also situated with several surf spots all within a quick bike ride or tuk tuk away.
The next step for you would be to not just take my word for it. But actually, come and experience it for yourself.
We look forward to welcoming you to our space.