Overview

Located on the banks of the Meenachill river in Kottayam-Kerala, just two hours down the road from Kochi lies Akkara – Home Across the River. This 215-year-old mansion has rooms with terracotta floors and a large open courtyard that leads to the river. Guests can go fishing, stay on a houseboat, cycle through pristine locales of Kottayam and relish some Syrian Christian cuisine or simply just take a trip down the river in one of our own dugout canoes. This home has four extravagant AC rooms with period architecture and furniture and attached bath. Each room at this mansion has a terrace with beautiful views of the pristine river. Sample the best of Syrian Christian cuisine at this property specially made by the host family and also savor the various social and cultural experiences that is part of the family traditions.
You can spend an evening with your hosts over a drink or explore our Ayurveda center or simply relax with a personal Yoga session on this magical property.

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