[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Beautiful sea facing Villa on Talpe beach, Galle Family fun on the beach ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89650300/89650286/d091e472.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89650300/89650286/0b97ed1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89650300/89650286/55c10310.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89650300/89650286/2e08d2f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89660000/89650300/89650286/c05c7768.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the Gold Coast of Sri Lanka, Podi Gedera offers a tranquil retreat with direct beach access and an outdoor patio where you can unwind while watching life go by against the Indian Ocean's picturesque backdrop. With a fully-equipped kitchen, private garden access, and fast WiFi throughout this tropical paradise is perfect for couples or solo travelers. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful sea facing Villa on Talpe beach, Galle Podi Gedera, is a tropical paradise, ideal for a couple or single traveller located on the Gold Coast of Sri Lanka. Situated right on the beach and overlooking the famous rock pools of Talpe - the location differs from most in that due to the reef forms an natural ‘swimming pool’ which allows safe swimming over the majority of the year. The space Podi Gedura means little house in Sinhalese which describes the place very well. The smart lay out when shared by a couple or a single globetrotter gives a feeling of having everything you need in a holiday house, especially as it is located directly in front of the palm tree lined sea. From this perfect location the private outdoor patio allows you to watch life go by against the back ground of the beautiful Indian Ocean. A proper kitchen with a big stove, oven, fridge freezer, cooking utensils and crockery will allow you full independence if required. If you don’t fancy cooking street food is available 2 min walk from the front door - far enough not bother you but close enough for a quick supply of hoppers, string hoppers and simple curry. (If needed we can also arrange Sri Lankan food to be delivered cooked right to your door as well). The living room is well equipped with table and chairs for dealing with the emails which always need attention and should you want the air con to cool it further, leave the bedroom door slightly open and voila the apartment cools down quickly. The whole flat has the fastest WiFi possible in Sri Lanka as well. Guest access Guests have full access to the whole of the sea facing bottom apartment and all of the garden. Podi Gedara is one of a kind. It is rare to find a place where you can watch an azure blue kingfisher perched on a bough only two meters from the window, or a shoal of fish less than a metre away. The Podi Gedara kitchen shutters open directly onto this scene and the large adjoining stone paved terrace provides you with the perfect setting where you can watch these wonderful events.or alternatively take a more active role and swim in the sea itself. Other things to note If you do not enjoy cooking etc or simply need a holiday. Breakfast/lunch/dinners can be arranged. Should want to create a surprise for a loved one. Contact us and let’s discuss and let’s see what we can do! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104275400/104275319/f4fd11ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wild Nest Villa | Modern 2 Bedrooms Villa with a Private Pool Talpe - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=104275319&PinnedHotelID=104275319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104220000/104216500/104216454/4f1e8c5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top-rated beachfront Villa in Talpe, Sri Lanka Talpe - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space CA $98 CA $126 total includes taxes & fees Oct 24 - Oct 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=104216454&PinnedHotelID=104216454&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104020000/104010800/104010723/d9ba6cea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Two separate bedrooms with attached bathrooms,kitchen and living room Talpe - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly CA $63 CA $91 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=104010723&PinnedHotelID=104010723&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115820000/115818900/115818847/69e76659.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chic 2BR Villa with pool - 10 Mins to Galle Fort & Unawatuna Beach Walahanduwa - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning CA $140 CA $168 total includes taxes & fees Oct 31 - Nov 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=115818847&PinnedHotelID=115818847&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118700000/118691400/118691387/6f1c92dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Primrose Cottage Galle - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi CA $115 CA $143 total includes taxes & fees Oct 23 - Oct 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=118691387&PinnedHotelID=118691387&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93540000/93534500/93534412/9eb6fc36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Superior Double Chalet Rumassala, Galle, - Air conditioning - Outdoor space CA $104 CA $132 total includes taxes & fees Oct 24 - Oct 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=93534412&PinnedHotelID=93534412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103730000/103726700/103726625/b92c4840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Discover Tranquility: Antique Villa Nestled in Nature's Embrace Galle - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi CA $49 CA $80 total includes taxes & fees Oct 31 - Nov 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=103726625&PinnedHotelID=103726625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40190000/40189000/40188914/eb9ce494.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely Villa near Unawatuna Beach. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Galle District, this apartment is on the beach. Eagles' Catalina Golf Course and Galle Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mirissa Beach and Talpe Natural Pool. Traveling with kids? Consider National Maritime Museum and Handunugoda Tea Estate. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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