From royal hideouts to colonial tea estates, Eastland Bungalow lies at the heart of Sri Lanka’s rich heritage. Nestled near Hewaheta, just minutes from the legendary Loolecondra Estate, this timeless retreat dates back to 1924. Once home to the last defenders of a fallen kingdom and pioneers of Ceylon tea, Eastland Bungalow is now lovingly restored—offering guests a serene escape wrapped in stories of the past.
1796 -1815
The British invasion of the Kandyan Kingdom spanned nearly 20 years.
1840
The establishment of coffee plantations
1860
The introduction of tea plantations and the cultivation of tea were prompted by infestations of bugs in coffee plantations.
1867
James Taylor oversaw the first commercial tea plantation at Loolcondera in Deltota. He expanded the plantation from Deltota towards Hewaheta to the east and Nuwara Eliya to the West.
1876
Commissioning of Rookwood Estate.
1924
Addition of Eastland Bungalow.
1948
Sri Lanka gains independence.
1972
Islandwide Land Reforms implemented by the Government.
2002
Last known inhabitants of Eastland Bungalow bid goodbye.
2006 – Present
The acquisition by the Isacks and a new lease of life…