Management

Roland Raphael
Roland RaphaelProprietor
Roland Raphael is a pianist. He has given more than 1500 concerts, nationwide and abroad, and recorded 27 CDs. As a soloist, he performed together with renowned orchestras such as Zurich Tonhalle and Opera Orchestras, Bern Symphony Orchestra, Southwestern German Philharmonic Orchestra and Vienna Strings.

In 1986 he founded a trio called Festivo. The internationally successful ensemble plays crossover on the clarinet/saxophone, violoncello and piano.

With his music projects, which include a production called Piano Lights, a sensual interplay of the piano and light, he also crosses the conventional borders.

He is the artistic director of the Wallisellen Music Festival, which he brought into being in 2006. Featuring a wide range of genres, the festival is becoming increasingly more popular, and in 2016 celebrates its tenth anniversary.

History of the Ayurvedic and Holiday Resort’s Origins

In 1996 Roland Raphael booked an Ayurvedic treatment in Bentota, Sri Lanka, and became quite enthusiastic about this country, its climate and plant diversity. Already at that time he had a vision of a guesthouse with an Ayurveda centre. Twelve further years passed, however, before a perfect land plot could be found. In addition, in 2006 he met his business partner Chandika in Bentota, which indeed made the project possible.

After more than 30 years of concerting, producing and teaching a dream was born in his mind to change his life completely as he had been devoting his entire life to music from his earliest days. The decision came at the time when he had still enough vital power to build such a business. The idea to establish a holiday oasis in which healthcare assistance and spiritual experiences could be provided and people could meet up was finally put into practice in February 2014 when the foundation stone was laid.

Since 2016, when Roland Raphael early retired, he has been wholeheartedly committed to the project, although he still produces the annual Wallisellen Music Festival and now keeps on concerting only to a moderate degree.

Duvini Wijethunga
Duvini WijethungaGeneral Manager
Our local manager, Duvini Wijethunga, enjoyed a comprehensive University education as a privileged Sri Lankan woman. As a result, she initially worked as a nurse, and later as Chief Administrative Officer in a medical company with 500 employees in Colombo.

With her employment at the Villa Raphael she wanted to face a new challenge. She represents Roland Raphael in his absence at the front and when he is there, she pulls the strings in the background. Duvini’s friendly nature and helpfulness is greatly appreciated. She connects needs of our guests, with the organization.

Thanks to her versatile qualifications and country-specific know-how in legal matters, she masters administrative matters, such as accounting and human resources and also skilfully ensures social cohesion within the team.

T.L.Diluk Chandi
T.L.Diluk ChandiChairman and Business-Owner
Chandi is Singhalese, and as chairmen also owner of the business in Sri Lanka. Due to his mother tongue, he can skilfully use his strong organisational talent. Initially a top athlete, he was once a marathon runner, and in Sri Lanka he was second in the 800 metre race. In addition, he has a black belt in kung fu. With this qualification, he makes an even better manager and trainer of the fitness centre.

In 2010 he completed training as an Ayurvedic massage practitioner.

Monika Gautschi
Monika GautschiReservation-Manager
Administration and marketing are in her hands. If you book your stay at Villa, you will certainly get in touch with her, and you can count on her support.

Several times she was a guest herself, and from time to time she replaced Roland Raphael on site.

Kitchen

R. K. Kumara
R. K. KumaraAyurveda-Head Cook/Chief
Susil Karunarathna
Susil KarunarathnaAssistant-Cook Chief
Ravindu Heshan
Ravindu HeshanKitchen Helper

Ayurveda-Center

Ayurvedic-Doctor: Dr. C. N. Vimukthi De Zoysa

Our doctor is highly competent. He leads the regional district.

Dr. C. N. Vimukthi De Zoysa
Dr. C. N. Vimukthi De Zoysa B.A.M.S (Hon’s) University Of Kelaniya (SL)
Trad: Boils, Ulcers & CA Specialist
R.Ay.M.P  / M.Ac.F
Reg: 14063 (General) / 9540 (Special)
M.Ac.F (SL). Reg: 10200717 (SL)

Dhanvantari: Handmade golden sculpture in the villa garden

Dhanvantari: Handgemachte goldene Skulptur in der Anlage der Villa

The Ayurvedic God watches over the resort and shines as a peaceful patron god in the Sri Lankan sun.

Ayurvedic-Certificates Doctor

Ayurvedic-Therapist: Team

Only well-trained therapists work in our team. The off-season is always used for further training.

Udayasiri Bandara
Udayasiri Bandara Ayurvedic Therapist
Chandima Kumari
Chandima KumariAyurvedic Therapist
Saminda Gunawardana
Saminda Gunawardana Ayurvedic Therapist

Room and Service

Nayan Inok
Nayan Inok Room and Service
Sithija Chamathkar
Sithija ChamathkarRoom and Service
Dhanushka Madushanka
Dhanushka MadushankaRoom and Service
Dinesh Sampath
Dinesh SampathMaintenance & Garden
Nuwan Pradeepa
Nuwan Pradeepa Gardener& Pool Attendant

Shanidu

Shanidu is our family’s sunshine and proud.

Art

Gihan Indunil – Our Artist

Gihan Indunil (26) is an independent artist, who has his own gallery in Aluthgama.

Roland Raphael quickly recognised his talent at their very first encounter. His art has ever since been ubiquitous in the villa. His paintings adorn the entrance hall, indoor and outdoor spaces, as well as all rooms and the summerhouse. He has visualised our guardian angel and decorates our walls with Sri Lanka’s colourful landscapes.