Looking For A Retreat In Kerala This Heavenly Abode In Kumarakom Is Waiting To Welcome You

Kerala is known as God’s Own Country and the reasons are undeniably the picturesque backwaters, serene Malabar coast, sprawling Mangrove forests & the list is endless. While we were looking for holiday properties in Kerala, we stumbled upon a heritage property that we loved, and of course we’re gonna tell you guys all about it!

Basked in the greenish hue of Kumarakom against the hum of the backwaters, here is a place that will ceaselessly beckon you back to its comfort. 'Kumarakom Heritage Resort' is a property that offers every guest a unique opportunity to experience the ethnic culture and cuisine of Kuttanad region in a serene and tranquil ambience.

The design of the resort is a true embodiment of traditional Kerala style architecture where reconstruction of each building reflects the influence of different cultures of this region over a period of time. These buildings which are over 100 years old, have been recreated exactly to provide guest with a chance to travel back in time and experience the traditional lifestyle of the people of this region in the past, while enjoying all the modern amenities the resort has to offer.

Built over an area of 2.98 acres to 5 star classification requirements the resort has 19 well-appointed large rooms (up to 600 sq. ft), restaurant, lounge bar, Ayurvedic spa, swimming pool, a small lake, performing arts cum banquet hall (Koothambalam), a large kitchen (3,500 sq. ft) with all modern equipment & cutlery and two bars (AC and non AC). The bars are housed in a separate enclosure away from the resort in order to maintain the ambience inside the property. The resort has the license to serve liquor anywhere within its premises.

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The heritage rooms at the resort have been recreated and embellished to provide the guests with a sense of the grandeur and opulent life style of its original residents. The rooms, while providing the guests with a feel of the heritage of Kerala, is equipped with all modern facilities to make their stay peaceful and refreshing. The rooms are divided into four categories as listed below.

Heritage Bungalow Suite Rooms: Extra-spacious rooms where the guest can relish the calmness, comfort and absolute cordiality in its complete grandness.

Heritage Bungalow Rooms: Spacious rooms with most modern amenities to provide the guest with a majestic experience.

Heritage Mansion Pool and Paddy View: Rooms with fabulous views of both the pool & paddy fields.

Heritage Mansion Pool View: Rooms with amazing view of the scintillating swimming pool.

ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO:

The activities at the resort include - horse riding, boating, fishing, bird watching, traditional martial arts (kalarippayattu) training, yoga, ayurvedic massage and spa, cycling, live cooking and tasting sessions (authentic Kuttanad dishes), traditional music and dance performances, guided village walks, traditional canoe (vallam) tours, and organized houseboat cruises.

TRIPOTO'S SECRET TIP:

At Kumarakom Heritage Resort, you can relish the percussion music and traditional art and dance forms of Kerala like Mohiniyatam, kuchipudi, kathakali, Bharatanatyam and ottamthullal, can be arranged as per the request.

The beautiful scenery of this place can be perfect background for your 'Save the Date' photo shoot.

WHAT'S NEARBY?

Kumarakom Bird Centaury (3.2 kms)

Vembanad Lake (7.3kms)

Mango Meadows Agricultural Theme Park (11 km)

Vaikom Mahadeva Temple (11.2kms)

Mullakkal Rajarajeswari Temple (19.8kms)

Nehru Trophy Boat Race (18.9kms)

IDEAL FOR:

- The serenity and peacefulness of this place attracts couples to have solitary time.

- The place is also ideal for family vacations. Kids friendly environment and a play ground in the premise give space to children.

- Weddings or any other family function can be celebrated in the banquet hall.

- The place is also ideal for corporate meetings or outings.

HOW TO GET THERE?

By Air:

The nearest airport is 'Kochi International Airport' which is just 55.9 kilometers from resort.

By Train:

The nearest railway station is the Kottayam Railway Station, 13 kilometers away.

By Road:

The resort is just 300 meters away from Achinakom Bus Stop and 18 kilometers away from Kottayam city which is well connected to all the major cities in Kerala.

You can locate the resort easily on google map as well.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

Winter is considered best season to visit Kumarakom as temperature lies between 20 to 30° C. On average, the coolest month is August with 29.4° C.

Also note that, the famous Nehru Trophy Boat Race is conducted on the Punnamda Lake, near Alappuzha, on the second Saturday of August every year. The village blooms with pink water lilies between August and September due to which it becomes a delightful sight.