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Great quiet location on the edge of Kumily with easy access to the Periyar Tiger Reserve, where we spent an enjoyable early morning walk with one of the rangers. The bedroom block is set overlooking the owner's plantation, where it is easy to relax watching the birds. The room was very spacious and comfortable with its own balcony, as was the bathroom. Mr Cyriac was a very accommodating host, who proudly gave us a personal tour of his plantation. So much grown on his plantation and we learnt so much. The home cooked food is a banquet of lovely local cuisine. The martial arts show nearby is worth a visit.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This is a spotless property and the host is very attentive. He will do anything to make sure your stay is comfortable. The property is situated in a large garden which the host will proudly give you a tour of. The rooms are comfortable and showers very good. Dinner was plentiful and served in a canteen style room above the garage. That could do with some more atmosphere but for a home stay it was excellent food. The new rooms in the detached building looked very good but we stayed in the main house
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip:Take some beer/wine with you. There’s not much going on in the local town
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A warm friendly greeting from Cyriac on our arrival was the start to our perfect Homestay. He showed us to our room and later brought us Mangosteen picked fresh from the garden. Nothing is too much trouble, it really is a home from home stay. Our room was lovely, the bed was comfortable and the veranda was a perfect place to unwind and watch the bird life and admire the amazing plants, crops and views. The food was delicious and plentyful and the setting is ideally situated close to sightseeing opportunities. We would definitely recommend Pepper County.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This place definitely exceeded all expectations. The stay was so homely and warm with the latest amenities. The verandah and the vegetation behind the rooms gives you the most nostlagic experience of the sweet Indian winter. The complimentary breakfast included freshly made pineapple juice and was made to order with perfection. The owner considered and delivered every request with utmost consideration. Anybody visiting Thekady, I completely and whole heartedly recommend this stay.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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We stayed at this fabulous homestay on the outskirts of town in a small spice plantation. The owner took us round, showed us all the plants and brought us fruits. He was very kind , friendly and generous and could not do enough for us. The room was big with a balcony looking over the trees where we could sit and watch the birds. The food was delicious and homecooked. We would stay again as we we were made to feel so welcome!
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We spent 2 nights at Pepper County Homestay. The room was magnificent with a lovely balcony looking over the owners spice farm. Chickens wander about and our driver had somewhere to sleep which was not always the case. Mr Cyriac wqs most welcoming and polite and took great pleasure in showing us around his spice plantation. It was a short walk to the edge of the town with Tuktuks readily available. The food was good and I can thoroughly recommend the stay there.
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Date of stay: October 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Cyriac was a lovely host who made us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived. He also gave us a personal tour of his own spice plantation sharing his knowledge about the array of plants on his property and effortlessly led us through the plantation.
Thekkady is well known around the world for its fresh spices - it was great to see spices in their natural home and comparing the freshness to the packet spices we would normally see in supermarkets.
You feel like you are staying in a hotel at this home stay with the rooms well maintained, clean, and comfortable with panoramic views of Cyriac's spice plantation.
The home stay cooking is delicious and the staff incredibly warm and generous.
I would stay here again.
FEATURES: Free Wifi; Air conditioning; Large beds; Spacious bathrooms; Incredible views; Personal nature tour; Driver accommodation on-site; Felt secure and safe; Delicious home stay cooking.
*We booked our accommodation and private diver through Reverence Tours (reverencetours@gmail.com), who custom designed our South India itinerary to meet our travel needs and budget. They have long-standing relationships with local home stays like Pepper County. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Pepper County was a wonderful homestay in a lush, cool and peaceful spice plantation. I spent 11 days resting here - it was the perfect place to quietly regather myself. Cyriac, the owner and host went out of his way to look after me as did Raju, the cook, Joes, the waiter and special Molly who, mostly via sign language, made sure I had all I needed. The large, cool and comfortable room overlooking the bird filled trees didn't need air con and I slept better than I have in years! Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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There are almost no words for how good this place is and how good the price-quality ratio. A gorgeous home on a luscious farm, this place has some of the best balcony views I've ever seen, set in a calming and quiet environment. The owner went out of his way during my stay to help with whatever I needed - whether it was a private farm tour where he told me about the various spices and plants (cardamum, peppers, bananas) they are growing, getting up at 5AM (!!) to serve me breakfast and drive me to the bus station, or driving me to city center because the owner wanted me to be safe at night as a solo travelling. Pepper County has it all - cleanliness, a beautiful environment, the service and the character. Can't wait to come back one day and in the meantime I will recommend it to anyone who goes to Thekkady.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Pepper County is a farm stay accommodation catering for smaller groups and couples. A beautiful relaxing and peaceful place. Our host and and owner of this property has been a most gracious host, giving us very personal service and a guided tour of his amazing produce and spice garden. The accomodation is very comfortable and within walking distance to all amenities. If you want to take in the Periyar National Park this is a good place to stay. Also the Omlette for Breakfast was the best I have eaten.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Kendal, United Kingdom2,110 contributions233 helpful votes
Yes if you take your own. Ask your driver to pick up your drinks well in advance of your stay. Give them to the propretor and they will chill them if needed.
There are more places to choose from in the Thekkady area.
PRICE RANGE
₹4,292 - ₹4,817 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
IndiaKeralaIdukki DistrictThekkady
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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