Coconut Lagoon, Kumarakom
Coconut Lagoon is a heritage resort located in an abandoned coconut plantation on the shores of the Vembanad Lake. An ideal getaway for romantic holidays and family gatherings, this hotel charms you with its serenity, country side charm and greenery. Kumarakom, where the hotel is situated, is a favourite among holiday makers who are longing for a respite from the bustling city life. Coconut Lagoon captures all the nuances of this quaint little island, and tops it off with supreme facilities. This resort is surrounded by backwaters and is accessible only by boat.
The spirit of feudal Kerala is echoed in Coconut Lagoon. This resort came into being after traditional homesteads spread across Kerala were taken apart and carefully put together to give its present form. Heavily influenced by 'Thachu Shastra' , a traditional principle of architecture, the resort is an exotic concoction of ethnic designs and modern day comforts. Built on a Kerala theme, Coconut Lagoon is sure to give the Keralites a trip down the memory lane and reward you with a few nostalgic moments. If you are a first timer in Kerala, you will be find this completely fresh and exciting. The reception of the resort is a reconstruction of a nearly 200 year old traditional ‘Illom’ house, and follows the ‘Nalukettu’ design – featuring an open roof courtyard within the basic structure. The accommodation at Coconut Lagoon consists of individual cottages called tharavads, the traditional wooden house of Kerala.It allows you to take a sneak peek into the exciting life at Kuttanad where life goes by at a leisurely pace.
When there is a Kerala holiday in the cards, rest assure you will be in for a gastronomical delight. This tiny strip of land is popular for its conventional cuisine which has a generous amount of spices and coconut. Sea food delicacies ranging from clams to Sear Fish top the chart, so don't miss out on them. Some of the other facilities at the resort include swimming pool, channel music, smoke alarms and mini bar. You can visit the resort's Ayurvedic spa that offers rejuvenation packages and Ayurvedic massages. The guests can also make the best of their backwater holiday by taking up a houseboat cruise and set out on a journey of discovery and exploration.
What Sholto Thinks
Arriving in the early evening from across the lake with the sun setting across Vembanad and the gentle scent of Dupe wafting from across the garden, you can feel that you are genuinely in paradise... and I think that you are!






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