Manu's place is tranquil, beautiful and a working & residential area so you really get a taste of real life on the Keralan backwaters! Manu was an exceptional host-ready for any requests you might have and just a gentle, interesting guy. Be prepared for a slow tempo, which took a bit of getting used to after the pace of Northern India, but the massages across the river were the best we had and the canoe trips (both organised and under our own 'steam') were delightful. We had our meals cooked for us and they were varied, authentic and delicious. Really recommend.

Merveilleux hâvre de paix pour se ressourcer et se reposer. Logement très propre, propriétaire accueillant et disponible. Merci Manu !

Manu made me feel very welcome immediately when I arrived. the room he showed me was fantastic. The farm is fully active and alive with sounds and tasks and people working, visiting and just dropping by. The neighbourhood is friendly and the scenery fantastic. Everything Kerala is here at Manu's family farm.

The bungalow was very nice, everything clean. Manu was very kind and came to pick us up the first day because his place was quite difficult to find. We had a bungalow that was not directly in front of the backwater but was also nice and quiet. They offered cheap boat trip for only the both of us and the guide which was nice. They also offer breakfast, lunch and dinner if you like but in our opinion was much better and cheaper to go to town for street food. The comunication with the staff was a bit unclear and confusing. They prepared dinner for us without asking if we were staying there. They should also improve giving privacy to the guests. We didn't feel comfortable because more than once they appeared In the bungalow without giving any notice. Manu was really friendly and did cooking classes to us. I really enjoyed it, he teached us how to make different kinds of indian bread.

We really enjoyed our stay at the backwaters. It is soooo idyllic and the perfect place for some relaxing days. The food was delicious too! We really had a good time! Thank you Manu for everything! :-D it was a pleasure for us to meet you and your family!!!:-)

We arrived late at night and were kindly offered food before bed. The room was very nice and super clean with a comfortable bed. During our stay air conditioning was installed which improved our night's sleep. We had an upstairs room which had a big terrace outside with a great view down onto the backwaters and of a Chinese fishing net that was in use. During our stay we went for a boat trip on the backwaters, visited local beaches, took out the canoe and had an ayurvedic massage. We also took advantage of the relaxed surroundings to sit on the verandah and watch boats float by as herons and egrets flew around. Very peaceful. Meals were nice Kerala dishes and when the kids requested dhosa for breakfast they kindly made them. There is an extended family that run the place and everyone was kind and welcoming. Our kids, 8 and 2, really enjoyed playing with the kids there...thank you for making them feel so welcome!!!! this is a really nice, easy going place to stay for a few nights and it is is run by a lovely family and Manu was a great help.

We stayed here for 6 nights and had a superb time away from the clamor of being. Manu was a great host and made us feel most welcome and truly comfortable; his hospitality, beautiful rooms along with delicious food and serene setting created an idyllic end to our trip.

Accueil très chaleureux. Manu est très serviable, aidant et arrangeant, le tout avec le sourire, tout comme le reste de sa famille. La cabane au bord de l'eau correspondait exactement à la description, très jolie chambre, bien aménagée et décorée avec une terrasse idyllique donnant sur le plan d'eau. L'environnement est dépaysant, toujours quelque chose à observer, à admirer. Possibilité d'aller directement de la cabane en barque dans les backwaters, location de vélo sur place pour découvrir les villages alentour et le bord de mer avec les pêcheurs.

We had a great experience with a wonderful family. My daughter was shown how to wear her sari on the first night and Lancy, the father, took me to the local fish markets the following morning. We were made to feel as though we were part of the family and shared a special new years eve with them. The house is 30 minutes drive to Kerela or Allepey so a little isolated but the village and locals were very friendly. They cooked great food for us and we enjoyed our experience living with a great Indian family.

This place was great! So chilled out and a really unique backwater experience. The room was beautiful and right on the water. I did the backwater tour which was really chilled and I got the boat to myself. Manu is really friendly and will help you out with whatever you need. They also have canoes you can go out on your own on so I went exploring. Def would recommend!

It is a beautiful room on the water front. We enjoyed the boat ride through the back waters, the ride to the beach nearby and the breathtaking view, right from our room.

The only word I can use for every aspect of our stay at Backwater is 'perfect'. Manu was so helpful; the setting wonderful and it was lovely to explore the area by canoe, boat and bicycle. I can't speak more highly about every aspect of the accommodation and help that Manu provides . Thank you Manu ( and your extended family) for making this part of our trip so memorable.

Well, I booked one night, but stayed three. That says enough, right? The farmhouse is quiet and peaceful. Nice food is served, you can relax in your hammock on your own little terrace or during a boat ride or Ayurveda massage nearby. Highly recommended.

A soft cocoon in which you want to snuggle in and let yourself be gently rocked. The water tops this feeling off by letting you drifting far from whatever you want to escape. Last but not least, Manu might be the kindest host ever, always on the edge to give you homely and friendly experience. Not only the location will blow your mind, wait for the food ;-)

Manu's place was picturesque. We took so many pictures of this beautiful spot! We arrived early and spent some relaxing time on the comfortable hammocks while waiting for the previous guests to check out. Once we got into the room we thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the veranda and enjoying the views. The room was nice and clean and very comfortable. The canoe trip was memorable with a great guide, who picked us up right from the front door of the room. We only had one night here but wished we could have spent longer. Manu gave us a recommendation for a great place for dinner, where the food was authentic and delicious. He helped us arrange a tuk tuk and a taxi to the airport the next day, which was appreciated. Manu's place is great value for money and highly recommended. Thanks for such a relaxing stay Manu!

We had a great stay at manu s. The corner house is very inspiring. Great host!

This place is amazing for those who love nature and need to recharge and relax. The views are stunning and the soothing backwaters will ensure you immediately disconnect. Manu as everybody else says on here is an amazing host, who looked after us since the minute we arrived and ensured our whole stay was comfortable and enjoyable. The rooms are very clean and comfortable and so are the bathrooms. We stayed in the facing corner room which gave us almost 360 degrees view of the stunning backwaters with a little porch where one can sit back and relax, and the best, there weren't many mosquitoes! One doesn't need to go far to see how the Chinese finishing nets work, they have their own just at the back of the house! A real authentic experience with home made Keralan cuisine and local produce, where you can meet locals and gives you an unique opportunity to learn how their daily lives are. They all are very welcoming and very keen to know more about other cultures, don't miss this opportunity that you will not find if you stay in the big hotels in the city. Manu's family is very sweet and respectful and were always happy to see us. Something not to miss is a trip on the backwaters to see the amazing sunset with Suku, the boat man! If you have time, a trip to Munnar, the tea plantation, is a must. Sunil, our driver was a star! We also visited a little beach of white sand 30 min away from there which was very clean and not very busy. Fort Kochi can be visited in one day. We recommend to go to the Kerala Kathakali Centre and see some of their evening shows, Indian classical dance, live music, martial arts, etc. We can't recommend this place high enough and cannot wait to go back!

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It was wonderful stay at Breeze Homes! Quite and natural place with backwater with boathouse. Homemade food was awesome with friendly services! Although it's little far to reach amenities the host have arranged necessary transports for reaching out! Overall I really enjoyed my stay there with friend!

Anju was the most perfect host and deserves 5stars for effort. Unfortunately Anju was unable to,host us in his beach cottage due to a sudden bereavement the night before out arrival. He managed to track us down on our Houseboat and informed of of the situation. He booked us into an fantastic beach hotel just down the road at his own expense!!! He made sure thatbwemweremhappynwithnthe hotel and kept in contact and helped with travel arrangements. We could not have been looked after better. Thanks Anju and we hope to be able to visit you to stay in your beach house some other time

Anuj was exceptionally communicative and friendly in helping to book and check in. The house is steps from the beach so location can't be beat. It's an older house but has character. Bathrooms could use updating but honestly you're spending all the time outdoors. AC makes the heat of Kerala bearable. Definitely recommend it! The food was delicious, one of the best on our Kerala trip. It was cooked by the person who manages the property. He was very courteous.

Really nice and simple house, near a very quiet and exclusive beach. It was exactly what we were looking for. Almost no one in the beach, saw some dolphins and enjoyed the silence. We also ended up having almost every meal cooked by Anuj's employee, and it was all really good and fresh. Definitely a great option for someone who likes to stay off-the-grid.

Great place for families to relax and enjoy, away from the tourist hustle bustle. The beach is just on the backyards so makes a perfect spot for families to enjoy a private beach holiday. The host Anuj was very helpful, has been communicating with us even before our arrival. He booked us the airport transfer and house boat which was really very kind of him. Made our stay enjoyable and ensured that it was hassle free. Always available for the guests. The caretaker Shijo needs special mentioning. Very friendly and lovable, he cooked us the ultimate delicacies of Kerala!! Always smiling and making sure the food is served hot and on time. We look forward to visiting again!!:)

An arcady beside the Arabian Sea. A truly wonderful discovery for us. An amazing setting in which to relax - complete with idyllic palm fringed private beach just there as you open the back door. Shared only with the local fishermen further along the coast. The garden is just perfect for evening BBQs and drinks- We were very sad to leave! An in-house cook was there to prepare authentic Keralan dishes, this really completes the experience. The menu was well thought out and each day was a culinary delight! Shejo was very welcoming and nothing is too much trouble for him. Thank you Anuj for being the perfect attentive host, organising 5* travel and providing local knowledge that made our trip a 'Once in a Lifetime!' Anuj was always available for advice and help whenever it was needed- we celebrated my mothers 60th birthday while staying in Kerala and Anuj helped to organise the most fantastic cake and restaurant for the evening! Thank you again for an unforgettable stay :-) x

Loved the stay!! It's a beautiful place and worth the money :) Shijo the caretaker is the. Most amazing cook I've come accross he's so hospitable and his food is amazing!! Ask for his fish fry! Hope to be back soon

Listing accurate, location was as expected - peaceful.

Beautiful house, ideal location for a peaceful stay. It is priceless to be at only few meters from the sea. The beach is amazing: apart from few fishermen, you will be alone!! The care person is very helpful and adorable. The food is delicious. The house looks very beautiful from outside but inside it is very basic with no attention payed to details and it smells humidity... This was the only small disappointment about this house. In the description it is mentionned that the house is for 6 guests. I would rather say it is for 4 guests + 2 extra as there are 2 double beds and 1 small sofa + 1 rolled mattress (they don't look very comfortable...). I had a very pleasant and relaxing stay at the Serene beach house. I really appreciated that Anuj called me several times to make sure that we were comfortable and that everything was fine: he is a good host!!

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