Peaceful Pondside Homestay, Poovar-Thiruvananthapuram

Peaceful Pondside Homestay-Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, commonly called by its former name Trivandrum, is known for the Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple around which the city has been built on seven low hills. A long shoreline with beautiful beaches, historic monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural heritage make this a much sought-after tourist destination. Just around 17 kms from Kovalam beach, this is one of the best budget homestays in Thiruvananthapuram.

Located near Valiyakulam pond, the homestay has a calm and quiet vibe. There 3 rooms (2 AC/ 1 Non AC) for the guests. All rooms have attached bathrooms. The host family stay in the adjacent house and is always available for any kind of help. 

Location: 1 min walking distance Valiyakulam Pond, Chenkal.
No. of Rooms: 3, Total Capacity: 15

How to Reach

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (28km) is the nearest airport with frequent flights from all metropolitan cities. Thiruvanthapuram railway station is  located at 28km and Dhanuvachapuram station at 5km from homestay. Cabs are easily available from railway station and airport.

Tariff

Classic Room: 1500/-
Extra Person: 500/- 
Complimentary: Breakfast 

Note: This tariff does not apply during festivals and holidays.

Child Policy
Up to 6 years: Complimentary (no extra bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (with extra bed)

What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.

Facilities

Internet • Parking • Television • AC • Running Hot Water • Open Seating Areas • Pet Friendly • Toiletries • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)

Food

Enjoy traditional home cooked Kerela food with the host family like Dosa, Idli, Puttu, Vada, Sambhar and Kerala style Fish curry.

Activities

Reading • Village Walk • Shopping • Cycling • Fishing

Local Attractions

Poovar (8km) • Kovalam Beach (17km) • Parasurama Temple (21km) • Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple (27km) • Valiathura Beach (26km) • Napier Museum (31km) • Thiruvananthapuram Zoo (30km) • Kanakakkunnu Palace (31km) • Kazhakkoottam (38km) • Varkala Beach/cliff (69km) 

Excursions

Space Museum (37km) • Madavoorpara Ancient Rock-cut Shiva Temple (45km) •  Neyyar Dam (28km) • Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary (42km) • Vazhvanthol Waterfalls (59km) • Kollam (92km) • Kanyakumari (65km) 

Treks: Pongalapara Trek • Agastya Mala Trek • Chempettu Konnam Trek • Peepara Wildlife Sanctuary Trek • Ponmudi Treks 

Know Your Host

Anusha and Honey are relaxed, easy-going, and very helpful couple. They live in the adjacent house and will go over and beyond to help make your stay enjoyable. Other than managing the homestay, Honey has a small shop in the village.

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