Ever wonder how fascinating the stay on a Kerala tree house? Kerala tree houses are the most wonderful built-ups in Kerala. This is becoming the new trend in Kerala tourism after the renowned houseboat experience. Even though the tree houses in Kerala are in limited in number, the trend is catching up and we expect the numbers to go up gradually.
Tree houses are made on the tree with ecofriendly materials like wooden panels, bamboo, coir, and hay straws. Nails are not used during construction. The tree houses have all the modern-day amenities like attached bathrooms, AC etc. Most of the tree houses in Kerala open to nature. Think about sitting outside the balcony that opens to nature and sipping a cup of coffee along with your soulmate.
What on earth can offer you such feeling?
Tree houses are available in Munnar, Thekkady and Wayanad. Some of the famous tree houses in Kerala are listed bellow.
Seven Springs Plantation Resorts, Munnar
Set inside 60 acres of cardamom plantation, Seven Springs Resort is an ideal place for a tree house experience. 14 km away from Munnar town, reaching this hidden gem might take around 30 minutes. The staffs are courteous and joyful. The tree house is having all luxuries including LED TV, mini-fridge, intercom and modern toilets etc. Probably this offers more luxury than a good hotel room. This tree house is little away from the resort and that itself ensures privacy.
It has a balcony that opens to the thick vegetation of the cardamom plantation. Smell the aroma of the cardamom flowers that bloom through the monsoon season till December.
Nature Zone Resort
This tree house in Munnar located around 7 km away from the hustles and bustles of Munnar town. The 30 minutes journey to the resort through the bumpy road itself is adventurous.
The tree house offers a great view of the valley covered with mist. You will wake up to the chirping of the birds from the nearby jungle. The tree houses here are well maintained and gifts us all the amenities.
The food is delicious and the service is on par. There is a viewpoint close to the tree house and during the night you can spend time there along with your loved ones. You can see (on a clear night) the far away stars that blink through the clouds.
Vythiri Resort, Wayanad
Situated in the Western Ghats of Wayanad, Vythiri Resort situated in the pristine 150 plus acres of the tropical rain forest. Perhaps the most exotic and the most expensive tree house in Kerala. But whoever has stayed at Vythiri resort, will vouch for the quality and the luxury it provides. Unlike many other tree houses, this is built on the top of a real tree. So, as a precautionary measure, children below 10 years are not allowed inside the tree house and only 2 pax are allowed to board. Only a limited amount of language is allowed on the tree house due to transportation constraint.
The tree house is located inside thick vegetation and stays on the tree house will be an ever cherishing memory. The tree house has made up of wood and bamboo and has all modern amenities like a modern toilet, balcony, comfortable king-sized bed etc. are available. Think about waking up to the foggy morning and having a hot cup of coffee on the balcony with the loved ones sitting close by. Vythiri offers you an experience you can never forget. Enjoy the lazy holiday at the lap of nature and on top of the tree. If budget is not a constrain, you can choose Vythiri Resort for an ever memorable Tree house experience.
Ela Ecoland, Munnar
The moment you checks in, the very first sight would be the tall trees that spread across the property. If you are interested in staying close to nature, Ela Ecoland would a perfect option. The property is away many kilometres away from the pollution of buzzing tourist town Munnar.
Maybe the best in Kerala in terms of experience and authenticity. Build on a proper large tree, this tree house has a balcony that suited for long hours of coffee and conversation. RiverKallar that flow close to the river adds to the beauty. There is no TV or internet. So, get ready to be totally away from corporate life. Best way to get away from Internet intoxication. Please be aware that this tree house might not be a suitable option for aged persons or persons with walking disabilities as the tree house is away from reception and needs a bit of walking up in the terrain. Please note you need to come all the way down to “Mannu” (an authentic Kerala restaurant) to have food as there is no room service.
Here is an awesome video to see Ela Ecoland
Carmelia Haven, Vandanmedu, Thekkady
24 kilometres away from Thekkady, inside 55 acres of aroma spreading cardamom plantation, there lies Carmelia Haven, a hidden gem. True to its name, Carmelia Haven is a heaven for most of the visitor as it is away from the hustles and bustles of the tourism town Thekkady.
Spread across the plantation, the resort has all the modern amenities like a coffee shop, handicraft store, multi-cuisine restaurant, swimming pool etc. The stone-paved pathways add beauty to all environment. There are different types of rooms spreading across the resort.
The beautiful tree house is made up of bamboo and other natural things wherever possible. The balcony opens to the high-density plantation of cardamom. The highlight of the tree house is the privacy it offers. It is away from the main area and the other rooms and thus ensures the guests have a good time on the tree house.
The Ayurveda centre available at the resort is a good option for those who wish to heal the body and the soul. Do try out some treatments to get a the feel of the age old ayurveda.
Amazingly, there is an in house vegetable garden and most of the vegetables you eat are farmed here only.
Rain Forest, Athirappilly
Have you ever dreamed of staying in a jungle close to the waterfall (of course without compromising anything in terms of safety or luxury)? If yes, Rain Forest Resort at Athirappilly offers you a chance to stay on a tree house that opens to the magnificent view of Athirappilly waterfall, the largest in South India. 40 kilometres away from Cochin International Airport, Rain Forest is spread across 7 acres of land close to the dense rain forest of Western Ghats of South India.
The unmatched view of the mighty waterfall from the balcony of the tree house is just awesome. Wake to the voice of chirpings of birds and the gushing water through the boulders of the river. Have a hot cup of coffee and enjoy the mesmerizing view of the waterfall. But, the tree house might not be a good option for elderly persons as they need to climb up the stairs to the tree house.
The infinity pool is yet another attraction. Situated inside the woods, the infinity pool is the best place to cool the body and the soul.
Kaivalyam Retreat, Munnar
Kaivalyam retreat, 8 kilometres before Munnar and 1 km down the road, is not your regular resort. Sprawled across 13 acres off cardamom and pepper plantation, Kaivalyam offers you a holistic approach to the holidays and life.
Guests are guided on Yoga, holistic lifestyle management. The resort serve only vegetarian food. But, believe us, the spread is great and you will have the best possible vegetarian menu possible in this part of the world.
The moment you enter the property, you will see the numerous jack fruit trees, mahogany etc. There are 4 tree houses inside the property. Two big and new ones and two small and old ones.
The new tree houses offers you the best experiences and has balconies opening to the thick vegetation that surrounds the resort. Both the new tree houses have balconies spacious enough for you to sit and enjoy a hot cup of coffee along with the chirpings of the birds that are abundant in the resort. Watch the giant squirrels leaping around the trees across the property.
Tree Houses are unique experiences and cannot be matched with a regular room experience in a resort. Next time you visit Kerala, do remember to spend one night on a Kerala tree house.
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