From white-water rafting to temple-hopping, there's so much to see and do in Coorg. And what better time to visit than when the temperature is in the pleasant 30s with the strong winds of the ghats keeping things cool even in summers? Here's a handy list of homestays in the Scotland of India:
Firefly by the River
Taste the riverside life at this homestay on the banks of Harangi river in Madalapura village of Coorg. The villa sits in the middle of coffee and pepper estates; paddy fields; orchards; bamboo groves; and coconut, cinnamon and betel palm trees. The five bedrooms available to guests are set up as independent cottages and garden-facing rooms. There is WiFi, but no TVs, so you’ll find yourself spending time in the private verandahs or the hammocks by the river. There are also provisions for cycling, bird watching, angling, and coracle rides. Doubles from Rs6,000* include breakfast. Website
Vanadhaara
This homestay near the Nagarhole Tiger Reserve offers six bedrooms, each with its own private balcony. You’ll find dense greenery surrounding the house on all sides, and catch a splendid view of the hills in the distance. There is ample space for outdoor sports along with a bunch of board games to keep you entertained. The property also features a swimming pool. Doubles from Rs6,500* including breakfast. Website
Tanglewoods
Enjoy some privacy away from the bustle of Coorg's tourist spots. Tanglewoods is a heritage home nestled in the lush forests on the outskirts of Madikeri. The two-level home has a sit-out, three bedrooms with bathrooms, a drawing room and dining room, with nearly every space offering panoramic views of the surrounding verdant forests and rolling hills. Doubles from Rs5,500 per night. Book here
Vaishnavi Estate
This spacious wooden bungalow about 10km from the town of Virajpet is perfect for a family getaway. With two rooms, an attached bathroom and additional bedding, the homestay can accommodate six people. It also isn't too far from tourist attractions such as the Tibetan monastery, Talakaveri, and the town of Madikeri. If you wish to stay home, there's plenty to keep you entertained. You can amble around in the vast coffee estate or bird-watch while seated on the swing in the verandah. Doubles from Rs5,555* including breakfast. Book here
Silver Brook Estate
This charming bungalow is ideal for a relaxing time, with limited things to do on the property. You can birdwatch, play board games or read a book from the well-stocked library. The airy rooms flooded with natural light are complete with four-poster beds, a study table and television.The food offered here is a mix of North Indian, Marwari and Coorgi fare. Don't miss out on the delicious pandi curry. Doubles from Rs5,900* including breakfast. Website
Notting Hill
Perched on Stuart Hill in Madikeri, Notting Hill offers views of the majestic mountains above and the town below. The homestay is complete with three bedrooms and bathrooms, a verandah, an exciting collection of board games and books. There's hot water at all times, Wi-Fi and a generator in case the electricity trips. Expect meal times at Notting Hill to be nothing short of amazing. The caretaker of the home will whip up delicious South Indian dishes. Entire house from Rs15,000* for up to 6 guests; Double occupancy from Rs 5000 including breakfast and evening snacks. Website
School Estate
Tucked away in a historic 200-acre coffee estate, this 150-year-old bungalow belonged to German missionary Rev. Richter, who spent 31 years in Coorg as an administrator of schools. Here a school bell rings to announce mealtime, mornings begin with English breakfast and days can be spent walking through the misty mountains. The boutique homestay has two colonial-style bedrooms besides a family room upstairs just beyond the rear garden sit-out. The homestay has a fixed menu. Expect delicious Coorg standards such as pandi (pork) curry with akki rotti (rice roti) or kadambuttu (steamed rice balls), noolputtu (string hoppers) with chicken curry. Doubles from Rs12,000* including all meals. Website
Kedakal Estate
Kedakal is a family home built by the owner's great grandfather in the 1900s. Although the property was restructured recently, the home has all the vignettes of an era gone by. The cottage includes four luxurious bedrooms with two cosy wooden floor lofts, a spacious balcony to unwind at, a deck that offers panoramic views of the surrounding coffee plantations and a dining area that is perfect to catch the sunset. Price on request. Website
Highfields Coorg
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Go fishing in the pond nearby, soak in the outdoors by the bonfire, wake up to the sweet notes of birds, gorge on seasonal fruits and berries from the homestay's farm. Highfields Coorg is nestled in the emerald green fields of Coorg, and offers a cosy stay with two bedrooms and bathrooms, and a living room that opens up to sweeping views of the surroundings. Entire villa from Rs16,000; Doubles from Rs5,500* including breakfast. Website
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