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Overview

In the beautiful waterways and backwaters of the  Kuttanad region of Central Kerala lies Emerald Isle, an exotic haven of tranquility, seemingly remote from  city life, yet barely 10 kilometers from Alleppey Town. Tucked away on this delightful island lies the Emerald Isle Heritage Villa, an ancestral Country House set in 7 acres of secluded grounds - your Retreat to a Paradise of Peace.

Emerald Isle Heritage Home is situated in an island resplendent with exotic flora, breathtaking flowers, myriad birds and butterflies to make for a memorable holiday, affordable and unforgettable. A truly wonderful way to spend your time on the banks of the backwaters of Kerala! Every day at this place is a feast for the senses.

You arrive by boat and step into an eco-friendly world of birdsong and bountiful nature, where cool breezes murmur through the coconut palms and life is immediately sweeter. So go ahead and treat yourself to that special holiday on the banks of the backwaters.

The Stay

Emerald Isle Heritage Villa offers peace, privacy and pure relaxation. The house itself dates back 150 years and retains its original architectural features, mostly in teak, with splendid wood carvings. There are only 5 rooms (All Air-conditioned) for guests and each has its own en-suite Open-Shower bathroom with all modern facilities. The en-suite bathrooms have been tastefully done and  open to the sky above to give you a feel of being truly closer to nature at Emerald Isle!

Cuisine:
Kerala Cuisine offers delicious meals using locally-grown spices and herbs, local fish - Karimeen Pollichathu, Avoli Fry, Neimeen Curry - and chicken and duck dishes, specialties of the region, as well as dosa, appam-egg roast, puttu-kadala, mouth-watering vegetarian dishes. For those interested in Kuttanadan cuisine, free cooking demonstration classes can be arranged too! All meals are served in dining room.

Any special facilities like Ayurvedic treatments or houseboat rides can be arranged on request.

Facilities
The various facilities offered include
  • Ayurvedic Body Massage & Treatments
  • Country boat cruise, Village tour
  • Visit to historic-temple and 1400 year old church
  • Fishing in the Emerald Isle's own Fish Farm
  • Visit to Snake Boat and Pottery works
  • Swimming, Fishing, Rowing
  • Visit to Coir Marking units
  • Wi-fi Internet
  • Telephone Facilities
  • Car Rentals
Things to do
Emerald Isle Heritage Villa conducts a lot activities as mentioned below
  • Emerald Isle is ideal for those wanting to relax, sun themselves or get away from it all. When you tire of lazing in a hammock, or sunbathing in the courtyard garden, you can take a walk around the island, go fishing or have a swim.
  • The Manimala river meanders past  Emerald Isle Heritage Resort and you can go on a boat trip through enchanting waterways where the fishermens' nets kiss the emerald waters like beautiful spread umbrellas.  
  • Mingle with the people of the village as you visit the ancient temple or the famous Snake Boat. 
  • At  the end of the day watch a glorious sunset over the paddy fields. You can also see traditional paddy harvesting. 
  • Marvel at the process of tapping toddy
  • At Emerald Isle Heritage Villa you can also the enjoy the experience of traveling in Country Boats through the small village canals watching the life of village pass by you. Or you could also visit the ancient Bhagawati temple or the 1000 year-old Saint Mary's Church.
  • You could also visit the local pottery factory and maybe pick up a few pieces. Or visit the world-famous Snake Boat after a short ride in your boat! And then sleep deeply in our Paradise of Peace. It is a joy to be here, to be reminded of the simple delights of life.
Getting There
Emerald Isle is eight kilometers from Alleppey - the old commercial capital of the erstwhile kingdom of Travencore. Alleppey is 65 Kms from Kochi, the new bustling port city of Kerala.
You could also reach Alleppey from Trivandrum, the capital of Kerala, approximately 150 Kms to the South.
To reach Emerald Isle, proceed from Alleppey on the Alleppey - Changanacherry road till the Nazareth Junction. Turn off at Nazareth Junction to the  landing points adjacent to the Nazareth Church.  
  • By Boat: 1 1/2 hour from Alleppey.
  • By Road: 12 kms from Alleppey town ,
  • 35 kms from Kottayam,
  • 95 kms from Cochin International Airport,
  • 160 kms from Trivandrum International Airport.
Getting there: Arrive by road to the boat pick-up point,  Emerald Isle will be there to receive and transfer you to Emerald Isle.
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