The lakeside deck
A wooden deck built over the water. Morning tea, evening lamps and kingfishers at eye level.
Wake up on the water in Kumarakom
Lakeside living, slow houseboat mornings and Kerala home cooking on the Vembanad backwaters.
A quiet nest between coconut palms and still water
Kumarakom Nest is a small retreat on the edge of the backwaters. Our spaces open to the lake, our kitchen cooks with ingredients from nearby farms, and our hosts know every canal worth taking.
Come for a weekend or a week. Spend it on the veranda, on a canoe, or on a houseboat drifting toward sunset.
- 3 acres of grove and lake
- 5 min to the boat jetty
- Daily sunset cruises
Everything for a slow stay
Small comforts that make a few days by the water easy.
Lakeside pool
A quiet infinity pool facing the backwaters, open from sunrise to 9 pm.
Ayurvedic spa
Abhyanga, shirodhara and foot massages by trained Kerala therapists.
Yoga deck
Morning sessions on a wooden deck above the water, mats provided.
Free Wi-Fi
Fast connection in the cottages and the lounge for when you need it.
Airport transfers
Pickup from Kochi airport (about 90 minutes) or Kottayam station (about 20).
Family friendly
Extra beds, a kids' menu and a shaded play area near the lawn.
Spaces to slow down in
A look around the retreat, from the water's edge to the shade of the grove.
Garden cottages
Tiled roofs, carved teak doors and sit-outs facing the coconut grove. Built with local craftsmen.
The old veranda
Deep chairs, brass lamps and a long view across the Vembanad. The best seat for the afternoon rain.
Spend your days on the backwaters
Ask at the front desk. We arrange everything and keep groups small.
Houseboat cruise
Half-day or overnight on a traditional kettuvallam.
Bird sanctuary
Go out at dawn to see herons, egrets and kingfishers.
Village canoe tour
Paddle through narrow canals past toddy shops and paddy fields.
Cooking class
Learn karimeen pollichathu and appam with our kitchen team.
Cooked fresh, served by the water
Our kitchen buys fish from the morning catch and vegetables from farms along the lake. Meals are served on the veranda, on the lawn or on a banana leaf at your table.
Vegetarian, vegan and Jain meals are available. Just let us know in advance.
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What guests say
We woke up to birds and mist on the lake. The staff arranged a canoe ride for us at dawn and it was the best part of our trip.
The fish curry alone was worth the journey. The cottages were clean, quiet and right on the water. We stayed three nights and wanted more.
An honest, calm place. No rush, no crowds. The sunset cruise was small and unhurried, just us and the boatman.
Good to know
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Can we visit for just a day?
Yes. Day visitors are welcome for lunch, a boat ride or a walk through the grove. Please write to us first so we can plan for you.
When is the best time to visit?
October to March is cool and dry. June to September brings monsoon rain, green views and lower rates.
Can you arrange a houseboat cruise?
Yes. We arrange day cruises and overnight houseboats with meals included. Write to us with your group size.
Are pets allowed?
We can host small, well-behaved pets in the garden cottages. Please ask us first.
Say hello
Questions, collaborations or just curious about the Nest? Write to us and we will reply within a day.
Kumarakom, Kottayam, KeralaHow to reach us
- Kottayam railway station16 km
- Kochi airport85 km
- Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary3 km
- Alappuzha35 km