Entire Cottage
Eco cottage in Thekkady, Kerala, India
Kumily, Kerala, IN
2 guests
1 bedroom
1 bed
1 bathroom
Vegan Kitchen
Meet Your Host
Sarah
India · Joined January 2016
We (Sarah and Morten) left the UK in 2007 with the purpose of creating a life that was slightly different from the lives we were living in Europe. South India seemed like a good option, and we now have a property that is, in many ways, unique. We also have a band of Indian rescue dogs. Friendly and vaccinated.
My Lifestyle
Vegan
Companion Animals
Two dogs (Ashna and Teddy)
Amenities
Everything to make you feel at home
Wifi / Internet
Coffee / tea
Vegan breakfast
Water filter
Essentials (towels, sheets, soap, toilet paper and pillows)
Garden
Laundry – washer
Balcony
Private entrance
Free parking on premises
Mountain views
Additional Services
Extras your host offers
Transportation
Overview
Capacity
2 guests
Booking
Request to book
Kitchen
Vegan
Minimum stay
3 nights
Maximum stay
15 nights
Check-in
From 1PM
Booking window
Available year-round
Sleeping Arrangements
Where guests will sleep
King
1 bed
Neighborhood
Getting around the area
We are located on the outskirts of a village only 200 metres from the mountain ridge that separates Kerala and Tamil Nadu. It is an ideal location for local walks, and it is away from the more touristy part of Thekkady. Getting around: Our loation is only 1 kilometer from the nearest bus stop (buses every 10 minutes), and we can arrange rickshaws for local transport and taxis for longer distances.
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Location
Kumily, Kerala, IN
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About This Space
A closer look at the stay
About
We are Sarah (British), Morten (Danish) and our Indian rescue dogs. The size of our property is 2.6 acres. It is unique in the sense that is has almost continuous tree cover of a few hundred old rosewood, almond, mango, jackfruit and orange trees. Under the canopy we grow coffee (Arabica, Robusta and Liberica), but our priority is to create a space where fauna and flora will prosper. On the property, we have identified around 40 different bird species, and mammals like slender loris, wild boar, porcupine and mouse deer.
The space
Our property consist two buildings made of handchipped stone: a house (for us) and a cottage/cabin (for you). The property relies on rainwater harvesting, and we have the world's most beautiful dry toilets! Our house is located 50 metres from the cottage. Meals and laundry facilities are available in our house. Guest access: Our place is located in the Thekkady area, which is a main tourist destination in Kerala, mainly due to Periyar Tiger Reserve. Thekkady is actually a forest to which Kumily Town is attached. We are on the outskirts of a village 8 kilometres from Kumily. For us, this loation is ideal because it is far enough away to be able to avoid the busy town and the consequences of tourism, but close enough for us and our guests to easily get to places of interest. There are a number of recommended activities in the Thekkady area. For instance the Nature Walk and Border Hiking in Periyar Tiger Reserve, local walking with or without a guide (we have created maps), cooking class with a local cook/artist or a local family, a half-day trip to Tamil Nadu which combines walking, temple visit, farmland tour and Tamil food, and, maybe, a spice garden visit, an ayurvedic massage or a martial art performance.
The kitchen
The tariff does not include food, but we can provide breakfast (continental with homemade bread, nut butters, fruit etc.) and dinner (Indian, Mediterraneanc, and South-East Asian). We are also happy to recommend restaurants that suit your budget and taste.
Safety Features
Ensuring your safety first
Lock on bedroom door
Physical distancing practiced
Mask/face covering worn by host in common areas
Compliance with VV’s COVID-19 Cleaning Protocol
48-hour period between two bookings
Cancellations
Clear expectations if plans change
Strict
Cancel up to 7 days before your trip and get a 50% refund minus service fees back.
House Rules
Shared expectations for the stay
Not suitable for children (2-12 years)
Not suitable for infants (Under 2 years)
Not suitable for companion animals
No parties or events
Smoking allowed
Long-term stays allowed
Vegan-only cooking / food storage
Check-in at 13.00. Check-out at 11.00.