We had heard about the BB estate homestay from a friend who had stayed there a couple of years back.
Having never stayed at a homestay, we were both excited and hesitant. Excited about staying in a homestay on a 100 acre coffee estate and hesitant on what awaited us. After all, we valued our privacy just as much.
As we looked over the reviews on tripadvisor, we found it impressive and decided to take the plunge.
The place:
Set amidst a 120 acre coffee estate, this homestay is pure delight. We stayed at the Main Bungalow, which houses the hosts, the kitchen and 2 suites. We were pleasantly surprised when we entered the room. It was impeccable. Not a speck of dust or a stray insect that we usually find in places with incessant rains or dense vegetation. The suite has a dining area, room and ensuite bathroom. There is also a portico/sit out just outside the door where you can curl up with a book and watch the incessant rain. The room (and the bathroom) is done up tastefully in bright colours (yellow/green), with wooden furniture that gave the suite a cheerful and welcome warmth.
The bungalow is set amidst a large garden that gives ample space for kids to do their own thing. The coffee estate that surrounds the bungalow allows for ample nature walks.
(There is also the Ancestral house a little down the road, which is a 100 year old traditional bungalow renovated with the original structure intact. It has 3 rooms that can easily accommodate 10-12 people and is perfect for families of 10-12 people).
The hosts:
The hosts - Madan and Anita. They are the perfect hosts, making you feel warm and welcome into their house. They add a touch of familiarity to the place and go all out to make you feel comfortable. They give you your space, all the time ensuring that you are comfortable and well provided for.
Even though we reached at 9 PM and had dinner along the way, Mr Madan ensured that there piping hot rasam for us, since it was raining outside. :)
They can arrange for pick-ups, drops and taxis at an additional cost.
Food:
We only had the breakfast here. It was a traditional fare (dosa on day 1 and akki rotti on day 2, with accompaniments) with bread/butter/jam and tea and coffee.
Going by the breakfast, we are sure the lunch and dinner would be mouth-watering too.
The unlimited tea/coffee, specially when it is raining is totally worth it.
We would recommend the BB Estate Homestay to anyone who is looking for the perfect homestay experience.
Important note: The pics on their website do not do any justice to the place. The place is far more beautiful :)
Having never stayed at a homestay, we were both excited and hesitant. Excited about staying in a homestay on a 100 acre coffee estate and hesitant on what awaited us. After all, we valued our privacy just as much.
As we looked over the reviews on tripadvisor, we found it impressive and decided to take the plunge.
The place:
Set amidst a 120 acre coffee estate, this homestay is pure delight. We stayed at the Main Bungalow, which houses the hosts, the kitchen and 2 suites. We were pleasantly surprised when we entered the room. It was impeccable. Not a speck of dust or a stray insect that we usually find in places with incessant rains or dense vegetation. The suite has a dining area, room and ensuite bathroom. There is also a portico/sit out just outside the door where you can curl up with a book and watch the incessant rain. The room (and the bathroom) is done up tastefully in bright colours (yellow/green), with wooden furniture that gave the suite a cheerful and welcome warmth.
The bungalow is set amidst a large garden that gives ample space for kids to do their own thing. The coffee estate that surrounds the bungalow allows for ample nature walks.
(There is also the Ancestral house a little down the road, which is a 100 year old traditional bungalow renovated with the original structure intact. It has 3 rooms that can easily accommodate 10-12 people and is perfect for families of 10-12 people).
The hosts:
The hosts - Madan and Anita. They are the perfect hosts, making you feel warm and welcome into their house. They add a touch of familiarity to the place and go all out to make you feel comfortable. They give you your space, all the time ensuring that you are comfortable and well provided for.
Even though we reached at 9 PM and had dinner along the way, Mr Madan ensured that there piping hot rasam for us, since it was raining outside. :)
They can arrange for pick-ups, drops and taxis at an additional cost.
Food:
We only had the breakfast here. It was a traditional fare (dosa on day 1 and akki rotti on day 2, with accompaniments) with bread/butter/jam and tea and coffee.
Going by the breakfast, we are sure the lunch and dinner would be mouth-watering too.
The unlimited tea/coffee, specially when it is raining is totally worth it.
We would recommend the BB Estate Homestay to anyone who is looking for the perfect homestay experience.
Important note: The pics on their website do not do any justice to the place. The place is far more beautiful :)
