Backwater Heritage Homestay

One of the best Homestay in the entire Kerela! My husband and I spent around 2 months in this very beautiful place. The vibe of the Homestay is so beautiful that waking up to the call of cuckoo bird amidst the lush greenery is heavenly. Oh and how can I forget the delicious hot coffee that was served every morning? Both Uncle and Aunty are like extended family members who took care of my stay with so much of care. Nothing was too much for Uncle and many a times he really went out of his way to ensure that our stay was super comfortable. Cleanliness is maintained immaculately throughout the property. The food is awesome and is cooked with a lot of attention and love. I am really going to miss my time and can’t wait to return :-)

A great place for individuals and families to spend a quiet and comfortable few days, away from the usual fast-paced daily life. Located in a serene and beautiful small town in Kerala, with hosts Mr. Xavier Joseph and his wife Lovely showering attention (and unbelievably good food) on you day and night ! I loved it so much that I have been staying here on my visits over the last many years, even though my family insists I stay with them. If you are on a working vacation, as I am often, the good WiFi connection and homemade food makes it a great option. I even get a call before arrival asking what food I want and always ask for traditional Kerala dishes. Absolutely wonderful experience! For those into literature, Booker Prize winner Arundhati (Suzanna) Roy spent most of her childhood here, and the book The God of Small Things is about life around this small town.

From the location, to the hospitality, ethnic food and nearby activities we could not have asked for more. We spent 3 nights as a family and was the perfect break we needed. Mr and Mrs Joseph went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. The property was beautiful, well maintained, clean and relaxing. The food was excellent and made us want for more. Our young daughters, having been raised abroad felt at home and enjoyed the time spent there. For those who want to explore the backwaters there is a local outfit that offers kayaking trips located at a walking distance. It's a 2 hour drive to Kochi if one wants to explore the city and it's historic sites. Overall it was a break we will remember for a while. One will not go wrong if you decide to stay here. Highly recommended.