Ela’ is short for ‘elakka’ which means cardamom and ‘thottam’ translates to the word plantation. And that’s just what Elathottam is – a home stay on a fully operational cardamom estate perched at a height of over 4100 feet above sea level.

The Estate Bungalow

In a little clearing in the heart of the estate is a quaint little cottage, built over half a century ago out of granite and still used as an estate bungalow. Besides its old world charm and rustic simplicity, the cottage offers a ringside view of vast stretches of soft clouds, thickly layered atop verdant hilltops. Spectacular vistas of endlessly undulating slopes; unforgettable sunsets and sunrises; undisturbed tranquility and unparalleled oneness with nature; Elathottam is a veritable Paradise amidst misty and mountainous surroundings.

Cuisine

So what’s a holiday without a feast or two for the hungry palate? Authentic local fare cooked with fresh, farm grown vegetables and fruits. Fish and meat sourced fresh everyday from the village market and cooked to perfection. Sizzling barbecues to add to the enchantment of misty evenings spent in the silence of the land.

Location Map

Accommodation

Large and spacious bedrooms with well appointed attached bathrooms provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday here. There are two bedrooms available in the cottage for visiting guests. Bookings can be made either on a Single, Double or Twin sharing basis. The attached bathrooms have both running hot and cold water. The sparkling facilities add the perfect touch of luxurious living to this otherwise rustic experience. An intimate dining room is the perfect setting for many an exotic meal fragrant with the flavours and aromas of local cuisine and hospitality. Enjoy peaceful evenings on the patio with only the receding sounds of the setting sun to sustain your solitude. Catch up on all the reading you’ve been putting off, or simply enjoy the company of your thoughts.

Room View