Aerial view of a deck set within the forestLog bungalows at Estate Plavu lit at duskPoolside pavilion with a daybed beside a lily pondAerial of Estate Chadachil with a dark-tiled pool in the forest
Kalpetta, Wayanad · a 13-acre private hillside

FOUR PRIVATE BUNGALOWS.
A HOLIDAY ENTIRELY YOUR OWN.

NOW ACCEPTING BOOKINGS FOR NOVEMBER & DECEMBER

Private luxury bungalows in Wayanad with three bedrooms, a temperature-controlled outdoor pool and guided experiences, thoughtfully brought together to create a stay deeply rooted in nature.

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5.0
119 reviews on TripAdvisor
#2
of 29 hotels in Kalpetta
4
private estates, 13 acres
70+
bird species on the hillside
Why guests choose the hillside

A resort gives you a room. Here you take the whole BUNGALOW.

A private holiday, without the usual hotel spaces. Just four private bungalows across 13 acres, shaped around the landscape without felling a tree or moving a boulder, carrying forward a legacy established by the Ramapuram family.

01
Zero shared spaces
No lobby, no shared facilities, no other guests crossing your space. The entire bungalow and its surroundings are exclusively yours to enjoy.
02
Guided nature experiences with the Earth Guide
Explore the natural world around the property through privately guided birdwatching, nature walks and other experiences led by the resident naturalist, all complimentary.
03
Live the architecture
Stay within a residence shaped around the natural landscape, where considered design, distinctive details and the outdoors become part of everyday living.
04
A table at Harmony
At Harmony, the in-house restaurant, savour thoughtfully prepared cuisine inspired by the flavours of Malabar, alongside a selection of familiar favourites.
Open pavilion with a tiled roof, log columns, white drapes and a cushioned daybed beside a lily pond
Gazebo and lily pond · yours for the stay
Travellers' Choice 2026 ·5 of 5 on TripAdvisor · 119 reviews ·#2 of 29 hotels in Kalpetta ·Best Bath & Design Award · Estate Plavu ·From the family behind Evolve Back Resorts ·252 stays hosted in twelve months ·Travellers' Choice 2026 ·5 of 5 on TripAdvisor · 119 reviews ·#2 of 29 hotels in Kalpetta ·Best Bath & Design Award · Estate Plavu ·From the family behind Evolve Back Resorts ·252 stays hosted in twelve months ·
Our bungalows

FOUR BUNGALOWS.
FOUR DISTINCT CHARACTERS.

Three bedrooms each, up to eight guests, a heated private pool and a fully equipped kitchen. Only four exist, so dates move quickly.

Lounge at Estate Aana Pana with tree trunks rising through the floorBedroom at Estate Aana Pana with timber wallsStone rain-shower bathroom at Estate Aana PanaA chef plating dinner at an outdoor table on the deckThe deck seen from above, set within the forest canopy
Estate Aana Pana
Built around a boulder

Estate Aana Pana

10,000 sq. ft. · 3 bedrooms · up to 8 guests

The largest of the four, and the only one built around a single boulder. Instead of breaking the rock, the house was designed around it, allowing it to rise through the living room and continue through the wall.

Three bedrooms open towards nature, each with a stone-finished rain shower bathspace. Downstairs, the lounge opens onto an outdoor deck, while upstairs, the skydeck sits among the treetops, making it a favourite spot for dinner.

2 Living SpacesSky-lit Courtyard BathspaceHandcrafted CollectiblesPrivate CourtyardTemperature-Controlled Infinity PoolLily PondsSky DeckPrivate GazeboWinding Tranquil TrailsVilla HostPet friendly
Veranda and skydeck

Estate Paathiri

9,500 sq. ft. · 3 bedrooms · up to 8 guests

Named after the Paathiri tree beside which it was built, Estate Paathiri is designed around generous indoor and outdoor spaces. A deep veranda runs the length of the house, supportedby log columns and offering a comfortable place to sit even during the monsoon.

Inside, hand-cut stone and reclaimed wood feature throughout the three bedrooms, each designed to open into the surrounding landscape. Above the house, the skydeck offers a second setting for dining, with views of the valley and treetops.

2 Living SpacesSky-lit Courtyard BathspaceHandcrafted CollectiblesPrivate CourtyardTemperature-Controlled Infinity PoolLily PondsSky DeckPrivate GazeboVilla HostPet friendly
Veranda at Estate Paathiri framed by tall treesCurtained pavilion and daybed beside the waterTwo Malabar grey hornbills on a bare branch above the ridgeRolling plantation hills and mountain ridges beyond the estate
Estate Paathiri
Log bungalows at Estate Plavu lit at duskAward-winning open-air bathroom at Estate PlavuSecond bathroom at Estate Plavu, walled in rough stoneBedroom at Estate Plavu in teak and stoneLiving room at Estate Plavu with random-rubble wallsSecond living area at Estate Plavu
Estate Plavu
Best Bath & Design Award

Estate Plavu

7,000 sq. ft. · 3 bedrooms · up to 8 guests

Named after the jackfruit tree at the entrance, Plavu is built across three levels that follow the natural slope of the land. Two levels house the bedrooms, while the lowest level opens onto thepool deck.

The boulders found on the site were used to build the random-rubble walls, while teakwood was used for the fixtures. The open-to-sky bathrooms, finished in rough stone, are one of the bungalow’s defining features and earned it the Best Bath and Design Award.

Surrounded by greenery and built with local materials, the bungalow naturally maintains temperatures between 16°C and 26°C, without artificial cooling.

2 Living SpacesSky-lit Courtyard BathspaceHandcrafted CollectiblesPrivate CourtyardTemperature-Controlled Infinity PoolLily PondsPrivate GazeboVilla HostPet friendly
The quiet one

Estate Chadachil

7,000 sq. ft. · 3 bedrooms · up to 8 guests

Named after the large chadachil tree that stood on the plot, this bungalow sits at the highest point of the estate, with wide views of the surrounding forest.

A temperature-controlled pool runs along the terrace, with a curtained pavilion beside it, creating a comfortable space to spend the day outdoors.

The bungalow has three bedrooms, a full kitchen and a living room that opens directly onto the terrace. With plenty of space to spread out, it is especially suited to families, giving children room to play and explore within the property.

3 Living SpacesSky-lit BathspacePrivate CourtyardTemperature-Controlled Infinity PoolLily PondsPrivate GazeboVilla HostPet friendly
Aerial of Estate Chadachil in forestCurtained pavilion and daybed beside the pool at Estate ChadachilLiving room at Estate Chadachil opening onto the terraceSecond living area at Estate ChadachilBedroom at Estate Chadachil facing the forestBathroom at Estate Chadachil finished in stone
Estate Chadachil
Where every moment finds its rightful place

Days shaped around you, not a schedule

Complimentary

Inside the property

  • —Bird watching with in-house naturalists
  • —Nature walks and night trails
  • —Architectural tour of the estates
  • —Private photography session
Included with every stay
Chargeable

Beyond these grounds

  • —Chembra Peak trek, Meenmutty Waterfall
  • —Sunrise at Kurumbalakota, sunset at Manjappara
  • —Muthanga wildlife safari, Kuruva Island
  • —Edakkal Caves, Banasura Sagar Dam, spice gardens
Arranged by your Holiday Designer
Culinary

Dining, wherever you want it

  • —Harmony, the elevated dining restaurant
  • —Skydeck dining at Paathiri and Aana Pana
  • —Celestial, poolside and outdoor setups
  • —In-villa dining with a Villa Host on call
Indian cuisine · cooked to order
Aerial view of a deck set within the forest
The hillside from above
Poolside pavilion with a daybed beside a lily pond
Gazebo and lily pond
Log bungalows lit at dusk
Estate Plavu at dusk
Lounge with tree trunks rising through the floor
Estate Aana Pana lounge
A chef plating food at an outdoor table on a deck
Dinner on the deck
Rolling plantation hills with mountain ridges beyond
Beyond these grounds
Staff offering a leaf-lined plate to arriving guests
Arrival, as it is done here
Aerial view of a deck set within the forest
The hillside from above
Poolside pavilion with a daybed beside a lily pond
Gazebo and lily pond
Log bungalows lit at dusk
Estate Plavu at dusk
Lounge with tree trunks rising through the floor
Estate Aana Pana lounge
A chef plating food at an outdoor table on a deck
Dinner on the deck
Rolling plantation hills with mountain ridges beyond
Beyond these grounds
Staff offering a leaf-lined plate to arriving guests
Arrival, as it is done here
Guided birdwatching walk on a forest path
Birding with a naturalist
Two Malabar grey hornbills on a bare branch
Malabar grey hornbills
Aerial of Estate Chadachil in forest
Estate Chadachil
Staff showing two children a craft folded from dried leaves
Kids' experience
A weaver at a wooden handloom under a thatch shelter
Art and culture
Veranda at Estate Paathiri framed by tall trees
Estate Paathiri veranda
Guided birdwatching walk on a forest path
Birding with a naturalist
Two Malabar grey hornbills on a bare branch
Malabar grey hornbills
Aerial of Estate Chadachil in forest
Estate Chadachil
Staff showing two children a craft folded from dried leaves
Kids' experience
A weaver at a wooden handloom under a thatch shelter
Art and culture
Veranda at Estate Paathiri framed by tall trees
Estate Paathiri veranda
Tell your Holiday Designer which one

The moments people come here for

Offers running now

Three nights, and the third one is on us

Offer 01
Third night on us
Pay for two nights and the third is complimentary. The easiest way to turn a weekend into a proper stay.
  • —Applies across all four estates
  • —Subject to blackout dates and T&C
  • —Tariff confirmed against your dates
Check my dates →
Offer 02
50% off the second night
Staying two nights? The second comes at half tariff. Ideal for a short escape.
  • —Two-night stays
  • —Subject to blackout dates and T&C
  • —100% advance before check-in
Ask about this offer →
Availability
Only four estates exist
Just four private estates, each completely secluded. Once one is booked, it is gone. Weekendand festive dates are limited and tend to fill quickly.
  • —Up to 8 guests per estate
  • —Pet friendly
  • —Check-in 1:00 PM · check-out 11:00 AM
See what is still open →

Offers are subject to terms and blackout dates. Tariffs are shared on enquiry against your dates and guest count. 100% advance before check-in.
Check-in 1:00 PM, check-out 11:00 AM. Pet friendly. Indian cuisine, no alcohol served.

In their words

What guests say after they leave

★★★★★
“One of those places that stays with you long after you leave”
Wander13933700796 · TripAdvisor
★★★★★
“It truly felt like living right inside an untouched forest”
Road13256145897 · Estate Chadachil
★★★★★
“One of those stays that instantly makes you slow down”
Dream30598302929 · TripAdvisor
★★★★★
“The morning birding session and the night herping session with the in-house naturalist”
Jeff, Chennai · travelled with friends
★★★★★
“What really stood out was the complimentary photo session during our stay”
Anisha Balraj, Bengaluru · travelled with family
★★★★★
“Serene, Spacious and Luxurious”
manisharma3, Bengaluru · hotel's favourite review
★★★★★
“One of those places that stays with you long after you leave”
Wander13933700796 · TripAdvisor
★★★★★
“It truly felt like living right inside an untouched forest”
Road13256145897 · Estate Chadachil
★★★★★
“One of those stays that instantly makes you slow down”
Dream30598302929 · TripAdvisor
★★★★★
“The morning birding session and the night herping session with the in-house naturalist”
Jeff, Chennai · travelled with friends
★★★★★
“What really stood out was the complimentary photo session during our stay”
Anisha Balraj, Bengaluru · travelled with family
★★★★★
“Serene, Spacious and Luxurious”
manisharma3, Bengaluru · hotel's favourite review

Questions people ask before they book

How does the pricing work for six to eight guests?+

The tariff is for the entire estate, not per person, making it more value-rich when shared by six or
more guests. Share your dates and guest count, and our Holiday Designer will send you the
exact tariff along with the applicable offer.

Is the estate genuinely private?+

Yes. Four bungalows sit on the thirteen-acre hillside and there are no shared spaces at all. Your pool, gazebo, lily pond and deck belong to your booking alone.

What is included without extra charge?+

Bird watching, nature walks, night trails, an architectural tour and a private photography session with the in-house naturalist are complimentary. Offsite experiences such as Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves, Banasura Sagar Dam and the Muthanga safari are chargeable and arranged for you.

Can you host a birthday or an anniversary?+

Regularly. Decor, cake and a private dining setup are arranged in advance, on the skydeck at Paathiri and Aana Pana, poolside, or inside the villa. Tell us the occasion when you enquire.

What about dining, dietary needs and alcohol?+

Indian meals are prepared only after you place your order. The ingredients are picked fresh for
your meal and then cooked. Dietary requirements can be shared before arrival. Alcohol is not
served on the property.

Payment, check-in and pets?+

Payment is 100% in advance of check-in. Check-in is 1:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. The estates are pet friendly, so tell us who is travelling with you.

Log bungalows at Estate Plavu lit at dusk
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Kainatty Junction, Kalpetta North, Wayanad 673121, Kerala Calicut airport 58 km · Kannur airport 67 km · Bengaluru by road
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Kainatty Junction, Kalpetta North, Wayanad 673121, Kerala Calicut airport 58 km · Kannur airport 67 km · Bengaluru by road