Beach access house for sale in Mawella

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Jan 28

A village house for sale within walking distance of Mawella Bay

For sale - Guide Price LKR 38m

Extent - 0.19 acres (31.3 perches)
Built up area - approx. 900 square feet
Bedrooms - 2
Renovation ready plot with active utility connections
Walking distance to Mawella Beach
Reference - 214

Overview

Tucked away at the western edge of Mawella Bay, this modest, renovation-ready village house sits just a short stroll from the shoreline - making it well suited to a relaxed coastal retreat along this beautiful stretch of coast.

The existing house is arranged over a simple two-bedroom layout and feels like an ideal starting point for a charming beach cottage. With much of the land still open, there’s ample scope to rework, extend or add elements such as a small pool or garden pavilion, shaping the property into something distinctly personal.

This part of Mawella has seen light, considered development while retaining a distinctly laid-back village character. The setting lends itself well to a private holiday home that could also function as a straightforward rental property.

Mawella sits slightly removed from the main coastal road, giving it a quieter, more residential feel than many of the south coast’s better-known beach destinations. Over recent years, this part of the Deep South has continued to grow steadily in popularity, though development here has largely remained considered rather than intensive.
A key influence has been the Mawella Foundation - an initiative set up by residents to help preserve the character of the area and guide sensitive growth. The result is a coastline that still retains its village atmosphere, attracting a discerning mix of homeowners and visitors who value space, calm and long-term quality over high-density tourism.
The property benefits from an active single-phase electricity connection, along with a municipal (government) water supply.
Access to the land is straightforward, via village track roads that reflect the area’s low-key, residential character.
As outlined above, the existing two-bedroom house provides a solid base for future development - whether through a thoughtful renovation or by expanding further across the plot to introduce additional indoor or outdoor living spaces, such as a garden pavilion or a pool, subject to approvals.
Mawella lies at the far southern tip of Sri Lanka, approximately three miles west of Tangalle, the nearest major town. Set back from the main coastal road, the beach remains quiet and largely unspoilt, giving it a slightly hidden, secluded feel.
The house is positioned at the western end of the bay, a little over one hundred metres inland, making it an easy walk to the shoreline. The immediate surroundings remain largely undeveloped and retain a strong village character, complemented by a small number of carefully considered developments nearby.
With the continued development of the Southern Expressway, Galle is now just over an hour’s drive away, while Colombo and the international airport can be reached in approximately two and a half hours.
- Amanwella - 14 minutes drive
- Hiriketiya - 16 minutes drive
- Smoke & Bitters - 16 minutes drive