SELENYA

Selenya is a stunning beachfront villa that sits discreetly on the sun-bleached sands of Thalpe, one of the most picturesque coastal stretches in Sri Lanka. Designed to accommodate up to fourteen guests across seven spacious bedrooms, the villa offers an immersive retreat where ocean breezes, rhythmic waves, and lush palms set the tone for unhurried days. From the moment of arrival, guests are enveloped in a rare tranquility, where the boundary between land and sea dissolves into calm.

Designed By Shakticola

The Pale Blue Quiet: Selenya’s Coastal Language

Selenya finds its soul in restraint and refinement. Its palette is one of lightness—muted, sun-washed tones are punctuated with rustic textures and soft bluish accents that echo the sea. The spatial arrangement privileges openness and repose, with fluid transitions between indoor and outdoor living. The villa’s pool, complete with jacuzzi, becomes a crystalline centerpiece, while natural materials, understated detailing, and a staff-led service ethos ground the experience in elegance without ostentation.

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