Desert Cubs Cricket Academy
Home Lands Skyline Real Estate
Exclusive Partnership

Secure Your
Future in
Sri Lanka

Desert Cubs Cricket Academy has partnered with Home Lands Skyline — Sri Lanka's #1 Real Estate Developer. As a Desert Cubs member, you get exclusive access to Sri Lanka's finest luxury properties with special member-only discounts unavailable to the public.

23+

Years Industry
Experience

3,700+

Luxury
Units

10+

Premium Ongoing
Projects

15+

Achievement
Awards

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Desert Cubs and Home Lands partnership
Desert Cubs Home Lands team UAE
Best Developer Sri Lanka — PropertyGuru 2021, 2024 & 2025 Best Lifestyle Developer Asia — PropertyGuru Grand Finale 2025 Fitch A (lka) Stable — First Sri Lankan Developer CIDA LB1 Grade — Highest Construction Rating
For Desert Cubs Members

Wonderful Discounts
for Desert Cubs Members

Our partnership with Home Lands Dubai means Desert Cubs members receive exclusive investment benefits not available to the general public. We have negotiated directly so our community invests with confidence and savings.

Exclusive Member Discounts

Wonderful discounted pricing on selected Home Lands projects — exclusively for Desert Cubs members. Savings unavailable to any other investor group in the UAE.

Priority First Access

First access to new project launches and premium unit selections before public release. Limited premium units — Desert Cubs members choose first.

Guided by Desert Cubs

You deal with Desert Cubs — we deal with Home Lands. Our UAE team manages your enquiry end-to-end, the trusted intermediary you already know.

10+ Premium Projects

Sri Lanka's Finest
Investment Properties

Home Lands Skyline has built Sri Lanka's most iconic residential portfolio over 23+ years. Every project below is available to Desert Cubs members with exclusive negotiated benefits.

Desert Cubs Member Pricing

Prices Starting from AED 400,000/-

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Negombo Lagoon

BayFonte Marina Resort

Sri Lanka's First Luxury Lagoon-Front Resort Living

Sri Lanka's first tourist resort-style residential complex on the Negombo Lagoon. BayFonte Marina combines private yacht, jet ski and seaplane facilities with elegant lagoon-facing residences — a lifestyle concept unprecedented in Sri Lanka. Just 7 minutes from Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • Sri Lanka's first lagoon-front resort residential complex
  • Private yacht, jet ski & seaplane club
  • 7 min from Bandaranaike International Airport
  • Best Waterfront Condo — PropertyGuru Asia 2025
  • 280 units + marina villas | 7 floors | 392 parking spaces
Best Waterfront Condo Development — PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards 2025

Also includes BayFonte Marina Villas — private lagoon-front villa living within the same resort complex.

Piliyandala Golf City

Canterbury Lexus Golf Resort Apartments

Sri Lanka's First 9-Hole Golf Resort — Part of Canterbury Golf City

Sri Lanka's first-ever Golf Resort Apartments, set within a 9-hole day-and-night golf course inside the 55-acre Canterbury Golf City. Victorian architecture throughout, overlooking lush greens. 20 minutes to Colombo, 5 minutes to Kahathuduwa Southern Expressway interchange. Part of Sri Lanka's largest residential community.

  • Sri Lanka's first Golf Resort Apartments
  • 9-hole day & night golf course within 55-acre Canterbury Golf City
  • 50+ luxury resort amenities including golf training & daycare
  • 2BR from AED 171,000 | 3BR from AED 233,000
  • Gateway College daycare centre on-site

Canterbury Golf City also includes Canterbury Crest (Phase 3) and the completed Canterbury Golf Villas — Sri Lanka's first Victorian-style golf resort.

Wadduwa Beachfront

Oceana Beach Resort

Sri Lanka's First Integrated Luxury Beach Resort Apartments & Villas

Sri Lanka's first luxury beach resort apartments & villas project on 17 acres with 400 metres of pristine Wadduwa beachfront. Buildings occupy only 15% of the land — 85% is open resort zones. 321 apartments and 91 premium Balinese-architecture villas, all with Indian Ocean views. Architect: Philip Weeraratne.

  • 400m pristine beachfront on 17 acres
  • 321 apartments + 91 Balinese beach villas
  • Only 15% built — 85% open resort zones
  • Apartments from AED 210,000 | 3BR villas available
  • 50+ amenities: beach club, water sports, spa, restaurant
Sri Lanka's first integrated beach resort apartment complex

Oceana Beach Villas offer private Balinese-style villa living within the same 17-acre resort compound.

Colombo City Centre

Pentara Residencies

The Address in Colombo — Twin Towers Rising 40+ Storeys

Sri Lanka's most iconic ultra-luxury high-rise twin-tower development. Launched at Cinnamon Life Colombo on 21 June 2025 as 'Signature Night: Beyond the Skyline'. BOI-approved. 75% sales achieved within 5 months of launch. Land valued at Rs. 4.5 Billion. Structural engineer: Prof. Priyan Mendis (Eureka Tower, Melbourne).

  • Sri Lanka's first 5-Star Floating Sky Restaurant
  • Cantilevered Sky Pool & Sky Bridge at Level 30
  • Sri Lanka's first Sky Mansions (6,000 sq.ft at Level 41)
  • BOI approved | 75% sold within 5 months of launch
  • Bordering Colombo 3, 4, 5 and 7 — most central location
Sri Lanka's largest-ever single real estate investment by a Sri Lankan developer
Colombo 7 Border

Waterdale Residencies

Super Luxury High-Rise Bordering Colombo 7 — Borella

A 26-storey ultra-luxury flagship set on Tickle Road, Borella — bordering the most prestigious Colombo 7 neighbourhood. BOI-approved project valued at USD 61.56 million. LED panel fittings, fire-rated engineering timber doors with smart locks, and 10-year waterproofing warranty. Target completion: December 2027.

  • USD 61.56 million BOI-approved project
  • 26 storeys | 2 exclusive amenity floors
  • Penthouses to 2,300 sq.ft | Duplexes to 3,600 sq.ft
  • Infinity pool, spa, rooftop garden, EV charging points
  • Bordering Colombo 7 — most prestigious address
BOI-approved USD 61.56 million project | Completion December 2027

Our Complete Portfolio

All projects available to Desert Cubs members with exclusive pricing and priority access

Thalawathugoda

Serene Heights Resort Apartments

Architectural Sanctuary Overlooking Endless Paddy Fields

300 elegantly designed apartments in the serene heart of Thalawathugoda with sweeping paddy field views. 45+ international-standard amenities. Minutes from Colombo and the Outer Circular Expressway.

  • 300 units | 7 floors | 45+ amenities
  • Sweeping paddy field views
  • Minutes from Colombo & Outer Circular Expressway
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Rajagiriya

Nova Resort Apartments

Urban Resort Living Across Four Contemporary Towers

Premium residential development across 4 contemporary towers in Rajagiriya — close to Colombo, Battaramulla, Nawala and Borella. 224 spacious apartments with modern resort-style amenities.

  • 224 units across 4 towers | 7 floors each
  • Swimming pools, gym, sports courts
  • Central to Colombo's key commercial hubs
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Canterbury Golf City

Canterbury Crest Resort Apartments

The Final Phase of Canterbury Golf City — Phase 3

The third and final phase of the prestigious Canterbury Golf City development. 96 elegantly designed apartments surrounded by a world-class 9-hole golf course and 55+ Canterbury facilities. Victorian-inspired architecture.

  • 96 units | 5 floors | 2 towers
  • Access to full Canterbury Golf City (55+ facilities)
  • 20 min to Colombo | 5 min to Southern Expressway
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Athurugiriya

Fedora Resort Apartments

Your Personal Sanctuary — Resort Living in Athurugiriya

150 apartments in a serene Athurugiriya setting — 15 minutes to Colombo. Contemporary architecture, spacious interiors, and 50+ resort amenities designed for peace, relaxation, and everyday comfort.

  • 150 units | 6 floors | 50+ amenities
  • Swimming pool, yoga deck, sauna, outdoor gym
  • 15 min to Colombo | Near Southern Expressway
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Athurugiriya

Cressida Resort Apartments

Next-Generation Resort Living in Athurugiriya

392 luxury apartments in Athurugiriya with 50+ resort living facilities. Holistic lifestyle emphasising physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Real estate hot spot with excellent expressway access.

  • 392 units | 6 floors | 392 parking spaces
  • Cricket nets, tennis, basketball, spa, mini market
  • From AED 443,000 | Easy expressway access
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Senior Living — 50+ Years

Greendale Retirement Resort

Sri Lanka's First International-Standard Retirement Village

Sri Lanka's first international standard retirement village across 20 acres in Athurugiriya. 250 fully furnished Californian-style luxury cottages and 96 apartment suites, exclusively for senior citizens aged 50+. Designed by architect Philip Weeraratne.

  • 250 Californian cottages + 96 apartment suites
  • Exclusively for 50+ senior citizens
  • 24/7 care, butler service, medical centre on-site
  • Suites from AED 134,000 | Cottages on request
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Negombo — Completed

Santorini Resort Apartments

Sri Lanka's First Theme Park-Style Resort — Negombo

Sri Lanka's first Santorini-themed resort apartments — stark white walls with vivid blue architectural details inspired by Greece. 9 theme parks, 50+ luxury facilities, diplomatic zone with butler service. 7 min from Bandaranaike Airport. Launched and opened 2021.

  • 9 theme parks within the complex
  • Best Completed Condo — PropertyGuru Asia 2025
  • 7 min from Bandaranaike International Airport
  • Apartments from AED 150,000
Best Completed Condo Development — PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards 2025
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Home Lands Port City project announcement
Port City Homeland

Home Lands
Port City

The Indian Ocean's Next Wonder. An iconic twin-tower destination and globally inspired resort lifestyle overlooking the Park, Ocean & Skyline.

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Why Invest in Sri Lanka
Right Now?

Sri Lanka's real estate market is experiencing a strong resurgence. For NRI investors and the UAE diaspora, now is one of the most strategic windows to enter the market — and through Desert Cubs, you invest with confidence and exclusive benefits.

Market Resurgence

Sri Lanka's property market is rebounding strongly since 2023, creating ideal early-entry conditions for UAE investors to secure premium assets at competitive prices.

#1 Proven Developer

Home Lands Skyline: 3,700+ luxury units, 15+ awards, Fitch A (lka) Stable rating, CIDA LB1 Grade, PropertyGuru Best Developer Sri Lanka 2021/2024/2025.

Tourism & Rental Yields

Sri Lanka's growing tourism sector drives strong holiday rental demand. Beachfront (Oceana) and lagoon-front (BayFonte Marina) projects are built for strong rental returns.

Member-Only Access

Through Desert Cubs, you access wonderful exclusive discounts and terms negotiated for our community — pricing unavailable to any other investor group in the UAE.

Get In Touch

Ready to Explore
Your Investment?

Contact Desert Cubs directly. Mention your membership and the project you're interested in — we speak to Home Lands Dubai on your behalf and arrange an exclusive member consultation.

How It Works — 3 Easy Steps

1

Contact Desert Cubs

WhatsApp, call, or email — mention your membership

2

We Contact Home Lands

We handle all communication with Home Lands Dubai on your behalf

3

You Get Member Pricing

Exclusive discounts, priority selection, end-to-end support

Desert Cubs acts as an authorised intermediary for this partnership. All investment decisions should be made after independent financial consultation. Member discounts subject to availability and project terms.

Common Questions

Questions About
Sri Lanka Property Investment

Everything UAE-based investors need to know about Home Lands Skyline projects and how Desert Cubs members access exclusive benefits.

What is the best place to invest in property in Sri Lanka for UAE expats?
Home Lands Skyline projects are widely regarded as the gold standard for Sri Lanka property investment for UAE and GCC expats. Their portfolio covers every lifestyle: beachfront (Oceana Beach Resort, Wadduwa — 400m of coastline, from AED 210,000), lagoon-front resort (BayFonte Marina, Negombo — from AED 556,000, just 7 minutes from Bandaranaike International Airport), Colombo city centre ultra-luxury (Pentara Residencies bordering Colombo 3/4/5/7; Waterdale bordering prestigious Colombo 7, from AED 897,000), golf resort communities (Canterbury Golf City, Piliyandala — Sri Lanka's first, from AED 171,000), and suburban resort living (Serene Heights Thalawathugoda, Nova Rajagiriya, Fedora Athurugiriya, Cressida Athurugiriya from AED 443,000). Desert Cubs members get exclusive discounts unavailable to any other UAE investor group.
How can I buy property in Sri Lanka from Dubai or the UAE?
Through Desert Cubs' exclusive partnership with Home Lands Skyline, UAE residents can enquire, shortlist, and invest without visiting Sri Lanka first. Contact Desert Cubs on WhatsApp +971 58 827 4266 or email admin@desertcubs.com. We handle all communication with Home Lands Dubai on your behalf — Home Lands has a dedicated Dubai office on Sheikh Zayed Road. All enquiries must go through Desert Cubs to ensure you receive your exclusive member pricing and priority benefits.
Who is Sri Lanka's number 1 property developer in 2025?
Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd, founded in 2003 by Chairman Nalin Herath, is Sri Lanka's No.1 luxury residential real estate developer. They have won Best Developer Sri Lanka at PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards for three consecutive years (2021, 2024, 2025) and Best Lifestyle Developer Asia at the PropertyGuru Grand Finale 2025. They hold a Fitch A (lka) Stable credit rating — the first Sri Lankan developer to achieve this — and a CIDA LB1 Grade (the highest construction quality grading in Sri Lanka). With 23+ years of experience, 3,700+ luxury units, and 15+ achievement awards, their track record is unmatched in Sri Lanka.
What are the starting prices for Home Lands Sri Lanka properties in AED?
Starting prices vary by project and unit type: Greendale Retirement 1BR apartment suites from AED 134,000; Santorini Resort Negombo 2BR from AED 150,000; Canterbury Lexus Golf Resort 2BR from AED 171,000; Oceana Beach Resort 1BR from AED 210,000; Cressida Athurugiriya 2BR from AED 443,000; BayFonte Marina Negombo Lagoon 2BR from AED 556,000; Waterdale Residencies bordering Colombo 7 from AED 897,000. Serene Heights, Nova, Fedora, Canterbury Crest, and Pentara Residencies are on request. Contact Desert Cubs for current pricing and member discounts — all prices subject to availability.
What exclusive benefits do Desert Cubs members get on Home Lands properties?
Desert Cubs members receive wonderful exclusive benefits: (1) Special negotiated discounts on selected Home Lands Skyline projects — not available to the general public or any other UAE investor; (2) Priority access to new project launches before public release; (3) Preferred unit selection — choose your preferred floor, view, and unit type first; (4) A UAE-based Desert Cubs team managing all communication with Home Lands Dubai on your behalf; (5) No need to travel to Sri Lanka to enquire or shortlist. Contact Desert Cubs to find out current member pricing for each project.
Is it safe to invest in Sri Lanka real estate as a UAE expat or NRI?
Yes — with the right developer. Home Lands Skyline holds a Fitch A (lka) Stable credit rating (the first Sri Lankan developer to achieve this) and a CIDA LB1 Grade (the highest construction quality grading). Several projects are BOI-approved — Pentara Residencies and Waterdale Residencies both carry government-backed BOI approval, providing additional security for foreign investors. With 3,700+ units delivered over 23+ years and a consistent completion record, their track record is among the strongest in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka's economy and property market have been rebounding strongly since 2023, creating favourable early-entry conditions for UAE investors.
What are the top Home Lands ongoing projects in Sri Lanka for 2025-2026?
Top ongoing projects: (1) Pentara Residencies — ultra-luxury twin towers in central Colombo, 40+ storeys, 75% sold within 5 months of launch, BOI-approved, Sri Lanka's first 5-Star Floating Sky Restaurant; (2) BayFonte Marina — Sri Lanka's first lagoon-front resort complex in Negombo, Best Waterfront Condo PropertyGuru 2025, from AED 556,000; (3) Waterdale Residencies — 26 storeys bordering Colombo 7, USD 61.56 million BOI-approved project, completion December 2027, from AED 897,000; (4) Oceana Beach Resort — 17-acre beachfront in Wadduwa, 321 apartments + 91 Balinese villas, from AED 210,000; (5) Canterbury Golf City — Sri Lanka's first golf resort apartments Piliyandala, from AED 171,000. All available to Desert Cubs members with exclusive pricing.
How does the Desert Cubs–Home Lands partnership work for me as an investor?
Desert Cubs acts as an authorised UAE intermediary for Home Lands Skyline. You deal only with Desert Cubs — we handle all communication, enquiries, and appointments with Home Lands Dubai on your behalf. This means: you get our established relationship and negotiated member discounts; you have a UAE-based contact you already know and trust; all enquiries go through Desert Cubs to ensure your member benefits are applied; and we guide you from initial enquiry to investment consultation. Contact us on WhatsApp +971 58 827 4266 to get started today.
What is Greendale Retirement Resort and who is it for?
Greendale Retirement Resort in Athurugiriya is Sri Lanka's first international-standard retirement village — designed exclusively for senior citizens aged 50 years and above. Set across 20 acres, it offers 250 fully furnished Californian-style luxury cottages and 96 apartment suites (1BR from AED 134,000; 2BR from AED 161,500). Designed by renowned architect Philip Weeraratne. All 50+ amenities include 24/7 care services, medical centre, butler service, minimart, pharmacy, gym, and age-friendly recreational activities. Contact Desert Cubs for member pricing.
What makes BayFonte Marina different from other Sri Lanka property projects?
BayFonte Marina Resort in Negombo is Sri Lanka's first tourist resort-style residential complex on a lagoon — a concept completely unprecedented in Sri Lanka. It offers private yacht parking, jet ski club, seaplane facilities, and direct Negombo Lagoon access, combined with elegant lagoon-facing residences. It won Best Waterfront Condo Development at PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards 2025. Located just 7 minutes from Bandaranaike International Airport, it is ideal for both a second home and a high-yield holiday rental investment. Starting from AED 556,000 — contact Desert Cubs for member pricing.

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