# Luxe Jungle Retreats The Guava House is a Unique Travel Experience in Sri Lanka By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-06-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guava-house References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/guava-house/) & [airbnb](https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/2434339?irgwc=1&irclid=wcRVquz1uU-hRsj3g1STSQTfUkjTuzw9Q0qBXU0&ircid=4560&c=Skimbit) Set on a hidden rubber tree plantation, the new [Guava House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guava-juices) is a [luxurious jungle hideaway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-dessarzin-jungle-sanctuary) that offers an authentic vacation in Sri Lanka. Featuring a classic thatched-roof, the retreat is placed on a hilltop, looking down on the Ambuluwawa Mountains that are surrounded by local paddy fields. The home offers mango floors that run throughout the five bedrooms, five bathrooms, mezzanine and open kitchen. Opening completely to the outdoors, the living room blends into the exterior courtyard and looks directly at the large infinity swimming pool. The over-sized windows provide all guests with a view of the forest to create a tranquil environment. The Guava House offers a [luxurious vacation rental](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brecon), filled with outdoor activities including bike rides through the village or hiking Bible Rock. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-tourism:** The rise of eco-tourism provides opportunities for luxury retreats like the Guava House to attract environmentally conscious travelers. - **Remote Work Retreats:** The Guava House's secluded location and high-speed internet make it an ideal workspace away from home for remote workers. - **Wellness Tourism:** The Guava House's tranquil setting and wellness amenities such as yoga and spa treatments tap into the growing trend of wellness tourism. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can benefit from creating more sustainable and remote luxury retreats like the Guava House to attract high-end eco-tourists and remote workers. - **Travel and Tourism:** The rise of eco-friendly and wellness tourism trends provide an opportunity for travel and tourism businesses to create unique and sustainable vacation experiences. - **Real Estate:** Investing in eco-luxury vacation properties, like the Guava House, could provide a profitable opportunity for real estate developers in emerging markets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Luxe Overwater Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-private-reserve.md) - [Tranquil Thai Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zemi-beach-house.md) - [Nature-Connecting Tranquil Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/al-suave-house.md) - [Vibrant Tropical Guesthouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bi-design-house.md) - [Landscape-Integrated Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-by-the-grove.md) - [Site-Integrated Safari Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suyian-lodge.md) - [Biophilic Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-prakriti-biophilic.md) - [Sustainable Canopy Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-solai.md) - [Nature-Connecting Vacation Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-by-the-lake.md)