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Villa Seven-Faces for a couple or a family
“Welcome to Villa Seven faces, Nestled in Unawatuna with breathtaking views of Paddy fields, mountains, Monkeys, and over 50 varieties of Birds. This villa features 2 spacious bedrooms, each opening to a private balcony that captures the breathtaking expanse of greenery. The open-air living and dining area seamlessly blends indoor comfort with tropical charm. A large swimming pool, set amidst nature, invites guests to soak in the peaceful ambiance and enjoy unforgettable moments with loved ones.

Red Parrot Beach Villa, Right On The Beach
Red Parrot Beach Villa is an antique finished, concrete and wood designed villa in Ambalangoda in Sri Lanka. The villa has Very good Fiber internet and two air conditioned sleeping rooms which beds are covert with mosquito nets. A fully equipped kitchen is ready for you to use. In front of the house lies a beautiful beach garden, where you can relax in the shade and look out on to the Indian Ocean. The price includes a tasty breakfast plus daily room and laundry service provided by our team.

CozyNest - a Deluxe Bungalow in Galle town
A quaint bungalow approved by SLTDA with two luxurious bedrooms, a veranda, living room, reading area, dining area, a pool and a fully equipped kitchen, which gives you comfort and warmth to make you feel that you’re at your own home in another country. It’s cool shady garden always relax your mind and refreshes you. By just 10min walk you can reach historical Galle Fort and can go to popular tourists attractions by less than 10min drive and easy to explore southern part of Sri Lanka.

Turquoise House in Galle Fort with ocean view
A jewel box of a Fort house, with a courtyard at its heart, a flowery roof terrace overlooking the Indian ocean at its head and a walled garden as it’s back gate. This 18th Century Dutch merchant's house is stylishly presented and with many of the original architectural features restored, Asian antiques and the owners passion for turquoise. The garden gate leads onto the Fort Ramparts , the lighthouse and beach below. The house is solar powered and not affected by power cuts.

The Gatehouse Galle
The Gatehouse is an exclusive, private self catering getaway for a couple or a solo traveller. It is located at the entrance to the estate and features a private 8-metre pool. It is an ideal home base to explore the local areas of Galle and beyond. Everything you need is provided in stylish, designer luxury. The washing machine and dryer make travelling easy and hiring a scooter from Epic Rides or using Uber or Pick me apps allows easy beach and local historic site access.

Absolute Beach Front Villa with Pool.
Welcome to beach villa on Weligama Bay in Sri Lanka! Down a narrow, leafy lane off the main Galle-Colombo road, our new, modern villa overlooks the sand and surf to a limitless horizon. The villa has a well-equipped kitchen, a dining area, and an adjacent lounge space. The two en suite, a/c bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed, will accommodate four guests. Free WiFi of course. Weligama is only a five minute drive away and Mirissa Beach is less than fifteen minutes.

Galawatta Beach Cabana Series 2
With a long coral reef all along the beach just 70m from the sand it forms our famous natural swimming pool. Sometimes you can swim with giant turtles. You can swim all year round and 24 hours a day. We provide all services you need. From airport transfers to tours or day trips, fishing, snorkeling along the reef to scuba diving from Unawatuna Dive Center, meals and drinks, Ayurveda Treatments to Yoga lessons. Just let us know what you love to do.

Kingsley's Pearl At Galle Fort, Sri Lanka
Kingsley’s Pearl is a stunning boutique villa with sunset sea views in the historic location of Galle Fort. A modern spacious design complete with all the facilities you will need. This elegant house is the perfect place to be pampered in tranquillity and enjoy activities within the historical Dutch fort. The villa is rented on an “Entire Villa” only basis therefore it offers the luxury of privacy, personal space and an exclusive experience.

Kumbura family villa, pool, cook, lovely views
Tropical boutique villa , fully staffed, nested among paddy fields and jungle with large outdoor sittings overlooking infinity pool. Listed once again as one of the best villa in Sri Lanka by Conde Nast Traveler. Rest and Tranquility guarantee and just a few minutes tuk tuk drive away to the beach. Sleeps 8 among 4 bedroom with all AC and ensuite bathroom ( including family room with interconnecting room).

Unakanda White House
Renovated 2 bedroom cottage amongst local houses on Unawatuna hill. Amazing view overlooking trees and beautiful Unawatuna Bay. Private gardens and pool. 10 mins walk to the beach and a short tuktuk to Unawatuna, Thalpe restaurants and Galle Fort. If the house is not available, check out our Garden Suites, or Mango House Villa located next door, with the same wonderful team.

Entire Apartment in the Heart of Galle
Situated in a secluded and peaceful location in the heart of Galle. Walking distance to Old Dutch Fort. Plenty of eastern and western style restaurants in the vicinity. Shops, Supermarkets and other essentials are located in close proximity. Unawatuna, Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa Hikkaduwa and many more popular locations can easily be accessed.

Mif Heritage Villa
. A traditional Dutch Colonial house originally built in 1848, only 5 minutes from the UNESCO World Heritage listed Galle Fort, 5 minutes from the surfing beach of Dewata and 10 minutes from Unawatuna Beach. With 3 double bedrooms, sleeps 6 comfortably.
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Your guide to Galle
All About Galle
Located on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, Galle is known for its tropical beaches, crumbling ruins, and chic boutiques and architectural influence from the Portuguese, Dutch, and British as seen in St. Mary’s Cathedral with its towering, Victorian-style facade. Within the confines of the imposing Galle Fort ramparts — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — you can experience the National Maritime Museum and a handful of historic sites, reminders of the area’s past as an important spice trading port. Just outside the city of Galle, you can find an astonishing array of beaches, including the famous Unawatuna Beach and the lesser-known Bentota Beach. The lush landscape of the region is dotted with nature reserves and parks, such as the Sinharaja Forest Reserve and Rumassala Hill, making it a great place for hiking and bird watching too.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Galle
The region experiences a warm, tropical climate, making any time of year a good time to secure your Galle vacation rental. The dry season lasts from around October until April, offering sunny weather that is ideal for hiking or spending days on the beach. In January, Galle hosts a literary festival, which features many of the world’s most critically acclaimed authors. Although the dry season is a common time to visit Galle, the rainy season shouldn’t scare you away. It usually only rains for a few hours, leaving you plenty of time to explore the region. It is also an excellent time to wander around Galle right after the rain stops, as you can get some great photos of the city’s architecture reflected off the puddles.
Top things to do in Galle
Galle Fort
Built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, Galle Fort was enlarged substantially by the Dutch in the 17th century and nowadays you can find their coat of arms as you enter the main gate. Within the immediate area of Galle Fort, the historic center is complete with cobblestone streets and brightly painted buildings, as well as a 17th-century Dutch church and a late 18th-century lighthouse.
Sinharaja Forest Reserve
As the last remaining section of virgin forest in Sri Lanka, this breathtaking reserve features a huge array of flora and fauna, including more than 130 bird species. If you are lucky, you may be able to spot a purple-faced langur monkey or a giant squirrel while exploring this biodiversity hotspot.
Unawatuna Beach
Unawatuna is one of Sri Lanka’s most popular beaches, featuring an expanse of golden sand fringed with palm trees. The water is generally calm, making it a great place for swimming. At the end of the beach, there is a small hill with a pagoda and Buddha statue with wonderful views of the beach and the turquoise water of the Indian Ocean.
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