Heritage villa · Thalpe, Galle · Sri Lanka
For over 200 years, Limehouse has been the former home to distinguished advocates and legal luminaries of the colonial era — a serene courtyard, blooming gardens and an ambiance steeped in historical charm, across the road from the beach near Unawatuna.
The Villa
Step into your own private colonial villa, reserved entirely for you. Limehouse is a testament to exquisite architectural taste spanning over 200 years — meticulously preserved, offering a glimpse into the opulent past of southern Sri Lanka.
The main entrance leads to a spacious living area overlooking the courtyard, with a theatre room and library alongside. The courtyard opens to the pool area and gardens, filled with flowering plants and trees — and the beach lies just across the road.
Evenings at Limehouse
No shared spaces, no interruptions — every corner of Limehouse is exclusively yours to enjoy, from the serene courtyard to the poolside lounge.
Four bedrooms
Four elegantly designed bedrooms, each crafted to provide a unique and memorable stay — air-conditioned, with outdoor showers, spa Jacuzzis and flower-filled courtyards.
The master bedroom is a true sanctuary, featuring a king-sized bed, a spacious walk-in closet, and an outdoor shower area complete with a spa Jacuzzi for the ultimate relaxation experience.
Two double bedrooms, each with an outdoor shower. One has its own outdoor spa-Jacuzzi; the other offers a pool view with an indoor shower — al fresco bathrooms in flower-filled courtyards with rainfall showers.
The fourth bedroom has a double bed with an outdoor shower area, a few steps from the courtyard and pool — waking to birdsong, gardens and the sound of the sea across the road.
Dining & the chef
A dedicated chef is available at the villa to prepare fresh meals during your stay. Breakfast is included in the booking — choose your preferred breakfast from the menu, and the villa staff will purchase fresh ingredients and prepare the meal at your requested time.
Our dedicated staff ensures your stay is seamless, from arranging local excursions to preparing authentic Sri Lankan cuisine upon request — served on the picturesque outdoor verandah or in the spacious dining area.
From above
Lime House
Thalpe, Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka — the villa in its palm grove, with the beach just across the road.
Location
Nestled in the serene coastal enclave of Dalawella, in Thalpe near Unawatuna, Limehouse offers a gateway to the storied city of Galle and its rich colonial history — just moments from Unawatuna Beach and a short drive from vibrant Unawatuna town.
Cross the road to the villa's own beach space — a peaceful spot to relax, enjoy the ocean breeze, swim when conditions are calm, and watch the sunset over the horizon.
Explore the storied city of Galle and its rich colonial history — the house itself was home to distinguished advocates and legal luminaries of the colonial era.
Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, our team curates experiences to match — from whale watching expeditions to sunset yoga sessions in our tranquil garden.
The garden is filled with colourful plants that attract a variety of wildlife, including peacocks and kingfishers — with Turtle Beach a short stroll away.
Guest reviews
★★★★★
My family and I spent a wonderful few days at this uniquely beautiful house. We primarily chose it because of its proximity to Turtle Beach and for its old-world charm. It did not disappoint. We felt as though we had stepped into a history book, but with all the modern comforts. The garden is filled with colourful plants, which attracted a variety of wildlife, including peacocks and kingfishers. The swimming pool is refreshing and our children used it often, when not at the beach. We spent much of our time relaxing and dining on the picturesque outdoor verandah. The al fresco bathrooms in flower-filled courtyards with rainfall showers were a real treat, while the air conditioned bedrooms ensured a very comfortable night's sleep. Uvin and Shehan were the consummate hosts. They organised our transport, provided helpful information about nearby restaurants and places of interest and went the extra mile to ensure that we had a fantastic stay. We hope to return soon.
★★★★★
Amazing Airbnb in Sri Lanka. The staff are so kind, and made the experience incredible for my group. They provided everything you could need - food, help with local transport, recs, and did everything to ensure that everything was perfect for us. They were extremely accommodating and made the check in and check out process extremely easy. The airbnb itself is beautiful and modern. Rooms have plenty of AC, facilities are clean and modern. WiFi is good. Location is close to all the main beaches in South West Sri Lanka. This was one of my favorite airbnb experiences ever, and I'd highly recommend to anyone in the area
★★★★★
Loved it! We experienced living in a 200 year old bungalow with lot of modern amenities to keep you comfortable. Great location - you can just walk across the road to the beach. Turtle beach is also hardly 200-300 m away (we spotted 2-3 turtles while swimming there). A lot of eateries around which gave options to have our meals closeby. Unawatuna beach was about 2kms away and Galle fort was about 20-25 mins drive. Large, Spacious rooms with an open bathroom (which was unique). The pool was amazing as well, sorrounded by trees and chirping birds. Uvin and his friend were helpful and always available when we needed something. They helped us with our meals - delicious home cooked food. And we got fresh coconut water and fruits daily in the morning. The kitchen was also very well stocked for us to have tea, coffee at will. It felt like home right from the start and we were very relaxed during the whole stay - this property has that chill vibe. Totally recommended for a laidback vacation
The gallery
The pool, the gardens and the old house itself — photographed at Limehouse, Thalpe.
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Reserve your stay
Step into a world where historic elegance meets modern comfort. Reserve your private retreat at Limehouse and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Lime House, Thalpe, Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka · +94 70 1 058 882 · Limehouselk@gmail.com