The Spice Circuit-Palamoottil Pandakasala Homestay – Home 9269428 House
- 4 bedrooms
- 9 sleeps
- 1 night min stay
The Spice Circuit-Palamoottil Pandakasala Homestay – Home 9269428
- House
- 4 bedrooms
- sleeps 9
- 1 night min stay
Key Info
- Child Friendly
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Palamoottil Pandakasala is a place to experience village life upfront.
Slow travelers have a great opportunity to just seep into the place; work in the kitchen garden; watch the cattle and poultry in the backyard; take a cycle or bike to ride through the village by lanes, across paddy fields and tiny shops. Get invited in the neighbourood for a tea or attend the evening ritual at the nearby temple or church.
Get to cook with the mother of the house, learn the use of spices and pick up a few recipes. Get to take home premium spices, coconut oil, cashews, home-made masalas, chutneys and pickles.
While this Home Stay offers a great natural setting and village atmosphere, there are a host of local and major tourist destinations located within 2 hours of travel time, these include; Sasthamcottah Temple & Lake, Munroe Islands, Kollam, Jatayu's Earth Center, Thenmala Adventure Sports & Waterfalls, Varkala Beach and Alleppey.
Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: King bed
Bedroom 4: Queen Bed
Beds in other rooms: Twin bed - 1 Full bath, 4 Attached (ensuites)
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Solarium or roof terrace
- Balcony or terrace
- Bicycles available
- Internet access
- Safe
- Staffed property
- Games room
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Check in time: 11:00, Check out time: 12:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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2 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
No guests other than those registered will be allowed to stay
All guests should be retire to their rooms by 10:00 pm
Order for Lunch or Dinner should be made a day in advance
About the owner
Wilson R.
- Calendar last updated:
- 01 Feb 2018
- Years listed:
- 6
- Based in:
- India
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 6 reviews
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6 reviews
- Excellent
- 6
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
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- Poor
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“A Fabulous Home in a Village!”
I had known we would be spending a night in a home stay during our Chef-led tour with The Spice Circuit, but had not imagined such a wonderful experience! The house was beautiful and sumptuous; the… More
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Response from the owner Thanks so much Carla and apologies for my late response. Me and my mother are humbled with the words you have put-together from the experience you had at our 'Home in a Village'. We thoroughly enjoyed your presence and wish the stay could have been extended for a night or two more, but there is always the next time and we look forward to your return and to hosting you some more unique experiences that our village and its neighborhood has to offer...till such time we will cherish the memories you left behind for us. God bless & Lots of Love! Ponnamma, Wilson & Chris
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Wonderfully intimate home experience - can't say enough!”
The stay at Palamoottil Pandakasala surpassed all my expectations. We were greeted with fresh coconut and a home-cooked meal that was the best curry meen I'd tasted. Mrs. Rajan is the mother I … More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for your touching words and appreciation...we wish you had stayed longer with us and hope you get the India calling soon again. Till such time we will cherish the memories you have left behind. Regards! Ponnamma Rajan & Team The Spice Circuit
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Perfect Haven in Kollam ( Sooranad North village)”
This is undoubtedly the BEST Homestay experience I have ever had. And I have been to quite a few of them in my travels. Host Wilson and her mother - Ponnamma Rajan treated us like family. Wilson went… More
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Response from the owner Thanks a lot Manish, it was such a pleasure to have you and your family with us...we thoroughly enjoyed serving you all and look forward to having you visit us soon again. Regards to Shilpi and love to Neo. Thanks again! Ponnamma Rajan & Wilson Team The Spice Circuit
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“One of The Most Incredible Food Experiences in India”
Of all the food I had in India nothing compares to eating Ponnamma's food at my homestay with The Spice Circuit She grows and produces all her own organic spices, has chickens that call to her wh… More
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Response from the owner Dear Ayngelina...it was indeed our privilege to have you stay with us and we are delighted to know that you liked the homestay and the Keralan food served to you. I really felt proud in taking you around our tiny village to showcase its culture, lifestyle and other local attractions and am happy to note that these experiences did touch you. Me and my mother thoroughly enjoyed your company and look forward to your next visit. Warm Regards! Ponnamma & Wilson The Spice Circuit
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Foodies paradise”
My experience at Palamootil Pandakasala was so very worth the detour from the west coast. The family was so welcoming and glad to immerse us in the area. We ended up at a nearby temple, called Anyadi … More
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Response from the owner Thanks Martha...it was a delight to have you with us and though we wish you could have stayed longer, we eagerly look forward to your visit in Jan...my Mom would be happy to have you cook with her again...and will also get to see of the small initiatives that we are taking to provide a true village life experience... much regards and good wishes! Ponnamma Rajan & Wilson
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Authentic Gracious Transformative Homestay”
The property is centrally located within the village and has all the amenities you could desire. Comfortable sleeping quarters with luxe baths. Wilson the owner and his mother embody the meaning of … More
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Response from the owner Thanks a lot David... This means a lot to me and my mother and it's such a satisfying feeling to understand of the good times and experiences you had while staying with us. We look forward to your next visit and wish many more of such touching journeys...stay blessed always! Warm Regards! Ponnamma Rajan & Wilson
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Wilson (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Wilson (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Wilson (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Wilson the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Wilson (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Wilson (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Wilson (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
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- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Wilson (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Wilson (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Wilson (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Wilson (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Wilson (the owner) a message.
If Wilson (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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