An extensive villa for sale in a prime Galle Fort setting

Private residence

Apr 5

An aerial image looking over a villa for sale in prime Galle Fort location in Sri Lanka

An extensive and smartly finished villa, supremely positioned within Galle Fort, featuring contemporary touches - well suited for boutique hospitality use

For sale - Guide Price USD 2.2m

Land extent - 32 perches
7,500 square feet built space over two levels
5 ensuite bedrooms (first floor)
6 bathrooms
Expansive open-plan living, dining, kitchen and entertainment spaces
Reference - 205

Overview

In a setting where space is often at a premium, this Galle Fort villa immediately distinguishes itself through scale and proportion.

Recently refurbished, the house shows off smart finishes and contemporary styling. The ground floor unfolds as a series of open, interconnected spaces - high ceilings lending volume, while wide verandahs and twin courtyards draw in light and breeze, creating a seamless blend of indoor-outdoor living that suits the climate perfectly.

Living, dining, and entertaining areas flow easily into one another, supported by a well-positioned kitchen and staff quarters, making the house equally suited to private residence or hospitality use.

Upstairs, five en-suite bedrooms sit above the main living level, comfortably spread across the generous footprint below - a rarity within the Fort. Here, the proportions remain consistent throughout, offering a sense of balance across both floors.

Positioned within a prime pocket of Galle Fort, the villa enjoys easy access to the Fort’s restaurants, cafes, and boutiques, while maintaining a degree of separation from its busier edges.

The house opens through three large arched doorways into a substantial drawing room that runs the full width of the property, setting the tone for the scale carried throughout.
From here, two doorways lead into one of two courtyards, around which the layout gently wraps - opening out into further dining and seating areas, before extending towards a second courtyard, kitchen and staff quarters at the rear.
Positioned immediately to the left of the first courtyard, a dual staircase leads up to the first floor, where five bedrooms are arranged across the same generous footprint below - two at the front of the house, one centrally placed, and two towards the rear - forming a well-spaced and balanced configuration throughout.
The house sits along an easily accessed lane in the north-western portion of the Fort, allowing for convenient access in and out, while maintaining a sense of privacy. The immediate surroundings are particularly appealing, with a number of well-regarded properties nearby, reinforcing the strength of its position.
Drive time to Colombo - approximately 2 hours

Drive time to the International Airport - approximately 2 hours
The layout of the property lends itself well to a boutique hospitality operation, with generous common areas arranged across the ground floor and all bedrooms positioned on the first floor.
The villa was previously operated in this manner, and a new owner could readily reinstate a similar setup, should they wish.
The villa is offered for sale with all furniture included - pending the offer made.
- Government water supply
- Single-phase electricity