In summary
Rivage Talpe is a contemporary beachfront villa in Talpe, just minutes from Galle Fort. Facing due south and opening wide onto the Indian Ocean, it accommodates up to 11 guests in five bedrooms. Enjoy a private pool at the heart of a garden that leads down to the sand, and an air-conditioned lounge for the heat of the day. A discreet team oversees service. The location combines beachside relaxation with exploration of the south coast.
Bedrooms
Room 1
Room, 1st floor, view of the garden, Sea and pool view. The bedroom has 2 Beds including 1 double bed King size, 1 single bed. Bathroom ensuite, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, fan.
Room 2
Room, 1st floor, view of the garden, Sea and pool view. This bedroom has 1 double bed Queen size. Bathroom ensuite, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, fan, balcony.
Room 3
Room, 1st floor, view of the garden, Sea and pool view. This bedroom has 1 double bed Queen size. Bathroom ensuite, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, fan, balcony.
Room 4
Room, Ground level, direct access to the garden, direct access to the pool, direct access to the terrace, view of the garden, terrace view, pool view. This bedroom has 1 double bed King size. Bathroom ensuite, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, fan.
Room 5
Room, Ground level, direct access to the garden, direct access to the pool, direct access to the terrace, view of the garden, terrace view, pool view. This bedroom has 1 double bed King size. Bathroom ensuite, with shower. WC in the bathroom. This bedroom includes also air conditioning, fan.
Indoors
Living spaces unfold beneath a vast veranda facing the sea, where the lounge flows naturally into a sheltered dining area. The flow is seamless, the volumes airy, and light pours through the house. Inside, an air-conditioned lounge provides a quiet refuge to read, watch a film, or work in cool comfort. The chef’s kitchen sits close to the living areas to serve meals at any time of day.
Outdoors
At the center of the garden, the pool frames the horizon. The lawn meets the beach and leads to a shoreline edged by a natural reef, with a section suitable for swimming just a few steps away. Covered terraces set the rhythm of the day, from shaded breakfasts to dinners to the sound of the waves. Access is private and parking is on the property, for easy arrivals (off-street secure parking for up to 4 cars).
Staff & Services
A villa manager coordinates your stay alongside a dedicated team (Chef, assistant chef, butler, housekeeping staff, gardener and security guard). Meals are prepared to order from a refined menu and served wherever you wish. Daily housekeeping and maintenance are provided. Additional services can be arranged to suit your needs.
Location
Talpe lies on Sri Lanka’s south coast, very close to Galle and its heritage-listed fort. Allow around 22 minutes and 10 km to reach Galle Fort. Unawatuna and its restaurants are 10 minutes away, or 5 km. The Habaraduwa Sea Turtle Hatchery is 4 minutes away, about 3 km. Colombo International Airport is around 2 hours (155 km). Yala and Udawalawe are reached in 2 hours 30 minutes, around 145 km.
