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4 bedrooms
Sleeps 9
1 night min stay

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Key information

100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
Child friendly
Air conditioning
No pets allowed
Private garden

From the owner

Palamoottil Pandakasala is a place to experience village life upfront.

Slow travelers have a great opportunity to just seep into the place; work in the kitchen garden; watch the cattle and poultry in the backyard; take a cycle or bike to ride through the village by lanes, across paddy fields and tiny shops. Get invited in the neighbourood for a tea or attend the evening ritual at the nearby temple or church.

Get to cook with the mother of the house, learn the use of spices and pick up a few recipes. Get to take home premium spices, coconut oil, cashews, home-made masalas, chutneys and pickles.

While this Home Stay offers a great natural setting and village atmosphere, there are a host of local and major tourist destinations located within 2 hours of travel time, these include; Sasthamcottah Temple & Lake, Munroe Islands, Kollam, Jatayu's Earth Center, Thenmala Adventure Sports & Waterfalls, Varkala Beach and Alleppey.

Amenities

Bed & bathroom

Bedroom 1: Super King Bed
Bedroom 2: Super King Bed
Bedroom 3: Super King Bed
Bedroom 4: King Bed
Beds in other rooms: Single Bed
1 Family bathroom, 4 En suites

Families

Great for children of all ages
No pets allowed

Access

Parking
Secure parking
Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

Wi-Fi available
Air conditioning
Private garden
BBQ
Patio
Solarium or roof terrace

Balcony or terrace
Bicycles available
Internet access
Safe
Staffed property
Games room
Cooker
Fridge
Freezer
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Iron
TV
Satellite TV
DVD player
Ceiling Fans
Linen provided
Towels provided
Housekeeping Included

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from £64/night

The Spice Circuit-Palamoottil Pandakasala Homestay – Home 9269428

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The Spice Circuit-Palamoottil Pandakasala Homestay – Home 9269428

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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 11:00 Check out: 12:00
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This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

No smoking inside the house, however you can some outside.
No guests other than those registered will be allowed to stay
All guests should be retire to their rooms by 10:00 pm
Order for Lunch or Dinner should be made a day in advance

About the owner

Wilson R.

Calendar updated:: 01 Feb 2018
Years listed:: 6
Based in:: India

Languages spoken: English

This House has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and sleeps 9. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 01 Feb 2018. Located in Kollam District, it has 6 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate is £359.

The property’s calendar was last updated on 01 Feb 2018.

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Carla t

Hove, United Kingdom

A Fabulous Home in a Village!

Feb 2019

I had known we would be spending a night in a home stay during our Chef-led tour with The Spice Circuit, but had not imagined such a wonderful experience! The house was beautiful and sumptuous; the… More

Reviewed 13 Mar 2019

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Owner's reply:

Thanks so much Carla and apologies for my late response. Me and my mother are humbled with the words you have put-together from the experience you had at our 'Home in a Village'. We thoroughly enjoyed your presence and wish the stay could have been extended for a night or two more, but there is always the next time and we look forward to your return and to hosting you some more unique experiences that our village and its neighborhood has to offer...till such time we will cherish the memories you left behind for us. God bless & Lots of Love! Ponnamma, Wilson & Chris

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Experience560731

Wonderfully intimate home experience - can't say enough!

Jan 2018

The stay at Palamoottil Pandakasala surpassed all my expectations. We were greeted with fresh coconut and a home-cooked meal that was the best curry meen I'd tasted. Mrs. Rajan is the mother I … More

Reviewed 25 Jun 2018

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Owner's reply:

Thank you so much for your touching words and appreciation...we wish you had stayed longer with us and hope you get the India calling soon again. Till such time we will cherish the memories you have left behind. Regards! Ponnamma Rajan & Team The Spice Circuit

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unhotelier

Gurugram (Gurgaon), India

Perfect Haven in Kollam ( Sooranad North village)

May 2018

This is undoubtedly the BEST Homestay experience I have ever had. And I have been to quite a few of them in my travels. Host Wilson and her mother - Ponnamma Rajan treated us like family. Wilson went… More

Reviewed 28 May 2018

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Owner's reply:

Thanks a lot Manish, it was such a pleasure to have you and your family with us...we thoroughly enjoyed serving you all and look forward to having you visit us soon again. Regards to Shilpi and love to Neo. Thanks again! Ponnamma Rajan & Wilson Team The Spice Circuit

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Ayngelina B

Toronto, Canada

One of The Most Incredible Food Experiences in India

Feb 2018

Of all the food I had in India nothing compares to eating Ponnamma's food at my homestay with The Spice Circuit She grows and produces all her own organic spices, has chickens that call to her wh… More

Reviewed 1 Apr 2018

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Owner's reply:

Dear Ayngelina...it was indeed our privilege to have you stay with us and we are delighted to know that you liked the homestay and the Keralan food served to you. I really felt proud in taking you around our tiny village to showcase its culture, lifestyle and other local attractions and am happy to note that these experiences did touch you. Me and my mother thoroughly enjoyed your company and look forward to your next visit. Warm Regards! Ponnamma & Wilson The Spice Circuit

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martha475

Baltimore, Maryland

Foodies paradise

Jan 2018

My experience at Palamootil Pandakasala was so very worth the detour from the west coast. The family was so welcoming and glad to immerse us in the area. We ended up at a nearby temple, called Anyadi … More

Reviewed 17 Feb 2018

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Owner's reply:

Thanks Martha...it was a delight to have you with us and though we wish you could have stayed longer, we eagerly look forward to your visit in Jan...my Mom would be happy to have you cook with her again...and will also get to see of the small initiatives that we are taking to provide a true village life experience... much regards and good wishes! Ponnamma Rajan & Wilson

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How do I edit my booking?

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