Kumarakom · Backwaters
Philipkutty's Farm
Six waterfront villas on a working farm island, run by three generations of the same family.
Overview
Why stay at Carmelia Haven
An eco-friendly resort located amidst a thick cardamom and tea plantation, the 'Carmelia Haven' located some 4000 feet above sea level offers the perfect getaway for those looking for respite in the lap of nature. The variety of spices and trees that grow in the plantation are fascinating; Take a plantation tour to see cardamom, pepper, clove, nutmeg, ginger and cinnamon or treat yourself to different fruits including pineapple, mango, guava, banana, orange, jackfruit, litchi, papaya and rose apple. The resort offers 25 well-furnished rooms which include cottages, suites and tree houses, all of which offer splendid views of the surrounding plantation. Staying here, guests also have the option of exploring the Periyar Tiger Reserve nearby and going on jungle treks on elephant back.
Rooms
25 rooms. 25 well-equipped rooms including a tree house, suites and cottages..
Dining
Multi-cuisine restaurant offering local and International cuisine; open air barbeque pit.
Facilities
What you will find here
Cultural programmes
Treks and visits to the wildlife sanctuary.
Location
Where it sits
Wildlife lodge in Periyar. Our Cochin team arranges transfers and can pair this stay with anywhere else on your route.
What is nearby
- Periyar Wildlife Reserve
One of the 27 tiger reserves in India, the Periyar valley in Thekkady is the oldest and largest protected area in Kerala.
- Idukki Arch Dam
An architectural marvel, the Idukki arch dam is the world’s second and Asia’s first arch dam constructed across the Kuravan and Kurathi hills and is 550 feet high and 650 feet wide
Like the look of Carmelia Haven?
Our Cochin team will build it into a journey that suits how you travel, and tell you honestly if somewhere else would suit you better.
