Philipkutty' s Farm House
Area: Kumarakom, Kerala, India,
Staying at Philipkuttys farm kumarakom is an excellent opportunity to enjoy the real Keralan experience in a fascinating location, with a caring family to look after you. It is a special place, as it provides something different, especially for those who prefer small and friendly places, and, could just be, the perfect hideaway for the bespoke traveller. You are welcomed, looked after, and cared for by the family (wife Anu, mother Aniamma, son Philip and myself - Vinod). Though the family hosts you, your privacy is assured as the waterfront villas are entirely independent and away from the family residence. The first villa designed by Karl Damscen, a Swiss architect, is a traditionally styled, antique filled, open plan affair, with sufficient space for a couple and an extra bed if need be. The other villas designed by Thomas Dominic, are the same in style and deco, but with separate bedroom, living room and 'sit-out’ facing the peaceful waterfront.
Location :
Alleppey 27 kilometers. Kottayam 20 kilometers.
Villas :
All the villas are spacious, independent and located on the outer dyke facing the peaceful backwaters. The villas are named after popular local flower plants / trees and birds. The first villa designed by Swiss architect Karl Damscen is an open plan affair. The other villas designed by Thomas Dominic from Kochi, have a separate living room, bedroom and 'sit-out’. The villas are filled with antiques, including some beautifully carved and crafted doors and windows, which were meticulously collected over a period of time. There is no air-conditioning, no telephone and no TV in any of the villas. TV and telephones are available at our residence, should the need arise. There is a refrigerator and an electric kettle in each room Philipkuttys farm kumarakom. The villas are well furnished with two large single beds, wardrobe, cupboard, writing table, and chair, settees and chairs in the 'sit-out’. Not to forget the clean, dry and spacious modern bathroom in each villa. Extra beds are available if needed, and there is also a generator to backup the electricity in case of any power failure. All windows are netted to check the entry of insects.
Food :
Meals are served either in the family dining room or outdoors in the courtyard or in the pavilion itself. Self catering facilities are minimal, with only an electric kettle and refrigerated mini-bar. The whole family, or, atleast some of us will definitely join with you for all the meals. We are glad to cater for any special diets if needed and Philipkuttys farm kumarakom also provide for vegetarian options too. In fact all meals are discussed with the guests.
