The house is about a century old and is an architectural blend of the Colonial and Kerala style. The guest space has a private entrance from the long verandah. There is a large drawing and dining hall with special Chettinad flooring. The 3 bedrooms are spacious and airconditioned with attached modern bathrooms and changing rooms. Achadipura is located within a 2-acre rubber plantation with other fruit trees. It is a beautiful Kerala village with temples, paddy and lakes. The space • Spacious drawing-dining area. • Private kitchen and pantry area. • Air-conditioned bedrooms • Hot and cold water in all bathrooms • Safe wardrobes and drawers. • Long and wide veranda to relax in a peaceful atmosphere. • Reading and writing area in all bedrooms • Separate changing areas in all bedrooms. • Tasty and delicious local food.

The hosts are Mr and Mrs George Ninan, a couple retired from reputable positions. They have renovated their ancestral home and opened it to host travellers from around the world.

• From July to November the paddy fields turn into lakes filled with waterlilies stretching to the horizon in lovely maroon hues. • The guests can canoe into the fields and enjoy a closer look. • The famous Dakshina Mookambika temple is located just a kilometre away. • The historic town of Kottayam with many famous spots is accessible for the guests to explore. • Dr Purushan Vaidyar’s ayurvedic clinic is located just 500m from the house. • You can make morning walks in the area and enjoy the local sights in all its purity. • Taxi service can be arranged for the guests as their requirement.