Private villa by#backwaters in #Kochi -976Panangad #romantic#bnb #vacation #kayaking #kerala #india

Tripoto
22nd May 2022
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Nestled in the backwaters- Kerala in its monsoon glory

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View of the Backwaters

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It was a surprise gift for us, and Boy did the place surprise us!

This is by far one of the most transcendent BnBs that we have ever visited.

I think the bigger surprise was, it being in Kochi!!

We have travelled to Alappuzha in the past for such experiences, but something so beautiful was so close to us.

View of the villa from backwaters

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About the Place :

It’s a fascinating villa, on the side of backwaters approximately 30 minutes away from Kochi City ( 37 kms from Kochi International Airport, approx.1.5 hours).

I will call this place a perfect romantic getaway, and will always prefer this place over the 5 start properties nearby.

The place comes with a 24 hours attendant, and a kitchen ( Breakfast is complimentary, but rest of the meals are charged separately).

We were there on a Rainy day, and with the property’s architecture and Interiors, the whole experience was just magical.

One of the fountains in the alleyway

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Pros :

1. It’s the perfect BnB,

Dining area

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2. Aesthetics ( It’s a beautifully designed property),

Sit here and listen to the music that rain brings on

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3. 1 guest policy ( Although they have 4 rooms, but even if you are renting 1 room from them, they do not take any further bookings),

Outdoor Seating

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4. Privacy ( because of the above Policy, you will have the whole place to yourself),

One of the Private pools

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5. The panoramic view,

View from Backwaters

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6. Indoor pools ( 2 rooms have access to their private pools),

7. Infinity Pool ( Trust me, the backwater view is just mesmerizing from the Pool).

Also, they have a saltwater pool (outdoor), and fresh water Pools( 2 in number, indoor, accessible from 2 rooms, each private).

Chilling in the Infinity Pool

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8. Kayaking ( They have 2 kayaks-all included in the package, and backwaters are mostly great for kayaking),

Kayak race in progress

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9. It’s family-friendly,

Trying hard at UNO-one of the many board games provided

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10. It’s close to the city.

Entry to the villa

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Cons :

1. Expensive ( but justified, for the type of property),

2. Food (It was mediocre at most),

3. There was a water supply issue on the day of our check-out, and instead of being honest, the Manager gave us a lame excuse.

This was the sour spot for us.

Bar table

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Deck area

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One of the many displays

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Night view

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