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GK's Riverview Homestay


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Thekkekaryil, Kottayam 686015, India
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4 of 5 stars
ChrisSetchell 4 contributions
Nottingham
Jun 27, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

George Kutty arranged taxi pick up from Sajhome, Cochin, Rs 1300 - pretty good price. Room with fan, 3 tasty Keralan meals a day, $40 pn, worked out at £17.80 pn. Out in the wilds, overlooking paddy fields, garden has coconut palms, mango trees and other foliage. Amazing bird life! Saw all sorts of beautiful birds. George told us of... more

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5 of 5 stars
meeeeeeeee1234 1 contribution
UK
Jun 8, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

I could not reccomend GK riverview more highly.. beautiful scenery, perfect tranquility, delicious food, amazing hosts.... I was only there for 2 nights, but next time I'll make it 2 weeks. If you want to experience the Keralan backwaters as they really are, stay here. The reviewer on here who was critical of the 'basic' facilities should not have bothered... more

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4 of 5 stars
Jelen13 3 contributions
Oxford
Jun 7, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

George and Dai were the most excellent hosts on our visit to their homestay on the edge of a paddyfield in the depths of the backwaters of Kerala. Fantastic home cooking, chatter about Indian culture and lifestyles and how to eat your bananas! The rooms look out over the paddyfields at the back of the garden. Many hammocks strung in... more

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5 of 5 stars
LornaWatson 2 contributions
Hastings
Mar 13, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

I recently spent 3 nights at George Kutty's homestay near Kottayam. My only regret is that it wasn't 3 weeks. George is a most superb, natural host and the location is wonderful. I spent many happy hours relaxing in a hammock watching the birds and wildlife around the garden and the paddy field. George's lovely wife, Dai, produced mouthwatering meals... more

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5 of 5 stars
SafariSud28 1 contribution
Ille-sur-Tet
Feb 7, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

Every guide book about Kerala insists that the Backwaters are a must. I headed for Alleppey and was dismayed at the commercialism of the houseboats. The impression I got was that tourists follow one another around on the lake and are unable to penetrate the maze of canals and waterways, so they barely get a glimpse of what life is... more

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5 of 5 stars
Ginka 4 contributions
Poland
Feb 2, 2009 | Trip type: Family

It is amazing place. Specialy because of the family of George. They all are so friendly, warm-hearted people. It is not easy to leave their house. The rooms are basic, but people you meet are much more important than the luxuries. Excellent food, tranquillity, the beautifull nature, singing birds, smiling people around. I will never forget the place! more

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5 of 5 stars
Audone 6 contributions
Marin County, CA
Jan 31, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

George ( the helpful owner who speaks perfect english) arranged for a car to pick us up in Kochi and deliver us to his door in the backwaters near Kottayam. We were located on a sliver of land with a canal on one side ( with a 200 year old canoe at our disposal parked in front of the house... more

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2 of 5 stars
JC39 4 contributions
UK
Jan 29, 2009

This is basic and not luxury. There was no hot water and the rooms were dingy. George is a fantastic host and the food was delicious but @ 2000 a night I thought it far from good value for money. Do go as it is a good experience but not more than basic. more

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5 of 5 stars
bhgigi 1 contribution
British Columbia
Jan 19, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

I came for a week and just kept asking to stay longer!!!! George and his wife Dai are hosts who really understand how to take care of their guests and make them feel at home. They make sure that all your needs are met and that you are comfortable. Their property is located on a secluded backwater channel near Aymanan,... more

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5 of 5 stars
SimandLils 4 contributions
London
Dec 24, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed here 3 nights on our 5 week honeymoon. We'd been to many beautiful places before this, but this place just took our holiday on to a whole new level. It's right in the middle of the backwaters - as far down the little path as your auto-rickshaw could take you. In front is a river, behind is beautiful... more

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