The Travancore Heritage Beach Resort

Travancore Heritage, the total heritage resort represents authentic, traditional Kerala architecture, with its quaint tile-roofed timber houses, which allows for a living in communion with all the elements of nature, in perfect resort ambience. Perched on a high cliff in a panoramic hinterland of about 8 acres which overlooks one of the best and widest beach strips in the country, lined by a canopy of green coconut palms, the view is absolutely breathtaking and will linger in the mind's eye of the viewer for a long time afterwards.

The courtyard within the 'Nalukettu' in its center, around which the four wings of the house were built in timber, bring in the air, sunlight and the rain water right into the house making the inhabitants live in tune with Mother Nature. Travancore Heritage comprises of many such houses built at various periods in the past 60 - 100 years from several locations in Travancore, rebuilt at the site after being dismantled and transported with utmost care, with all their architectural grandeur with fine woodcarvings on the rafters, gables and the connecting timber members on the walls intact.

It's a journey back in time through vintage Travancore, experiencing the glorious ethos and cultural moorings of Heritage Travancore. Welcome to The Travancore Heritage.

Travancore Heritage, the glistening brand new heritage property of 15 acres built with recreated palaces and 'nalukettus' of vintage Kerala is situated on the pristine beach front of Chowara, south of Kovalam, near Trivandrum, Kerala, India.

Travancore Heritage is a venture of Joy's Resorts and Hotels and managed by professionally qualified and experienced team of managers and staff to offer exceptional service, a notch above the customers' expectation - the absolute delight of the customer.

Travancore Heritage, the total heritage resort represents authentic, traditional Kerala architecture, with its quaint tile-roofed timber houses, which allows for a living in communion with all the elements of nature, in perfect resort ambience. Perched on a high cliff in a panoramic hinterland of about 8 acres which overlooks one of the best and widest beach strips in the country, lined by a canopy of green coconut palms, the view is absolutely breathtaking and will linger in the mind's eye of the viewer for a long time afterwards.

Beach Side Facility :

The beach activity center is in an acre of land with lush green swaying coconut palms by the side of the beach with access from the main resort area on the cliff. The center serves snacks and beverages and also issues fresh beach towels. It has a few lockers, fresh water shower rooms, toilets and change rooms.Games like beach volley ball are organized on request. Nature walks on the extensive network of pavements and along the edge of the cliff can also be engaged in to exercise the body and the mind. Barbeque service will be a special fare at the lawn, providing spectacular view of the night sky and the countless lights of a myriad fishing boats of the local fishermen reflecting on the waves of the turquoise blue sea. There is a library and indoor games parlour on top of reception.

Cultural Shows :

Organized cultural performances by professional artists and groups of performing art forms like mohiniyattam, kathakali etc and classical music are arranged in the evenings giving a glimpse of the cultural richness and variety of Kerala.

Tour Packages :

Special daytime - sight seeing and shopping trips can also be organized on request at extra payment. The near by attractions include the Padmanabhapuram Palace - the ancient palace of the Travancore Kings, Kanya Kumari (Cape Comorin) - the tip of the Indian Peninsula, Country boat cruises along the backwaters, Srichitra art gallery and Napier museum. One can also go for a shopping spree for antiques, curios and handicrafts or garments and gold jewellery in city shops in Trivandrum.

Reception Lobby :

The reception building, a 120-year-old Palace (the Valiamadom Kottaram) of a regional King of Edapally lineage is a replica of the beauty and grandeur of the old architectural style of the time. It houses the reception, lobby and front office. The guest activity center on the first floor has a small library, facilities for indoor games like chess and card games, satellite TV and an internet kiosk. Locker Facility is available on request at the reception.

Conference/Banquet Hall :

On the basement of the reception building is an air-conditioned conference/banquet hall which can accommodate 100 guests with adequate service foyer and all modern audio and video equipments for even blue chip conferences.

Two Swimming Pools :

The main swimming pool is of 228 sq. mtrs, with a kid's pool and set of Jacuzzis. The pool has broad pool decks finished in natural dressed granite with poolside umbrellas and long reclining poolside cots. The second swimming pool having an area of 110 sq.mtrs is at the beach grove with sea view. Beverages and light refreshments for the pool users will be served from the restaurant.

Health Club :

The Resort has a well equiped health club which is located at the top of the beach grove.

Travel Desk & Shopping :

The Resort has a travel desk and car rental service. It also has a small shop selling essential cosmetics, toiletries, beachwear, ethnic hats and selected curio.