The Pamba Heritage Villa - a most perfect blend of the old world charm and modern amenities. Each day that you spend in this 110 year old wooden mansion, you will feel the serenity, peace and joy, which has been long lost to the frenetic pace of the times that we live in.
The villa is more than a 110 year old wooden mansion, situated on the eastern bank of the holy river Pamba (hence the name "The Pamba Heritage Villa"), which has been handed over to the succeeding generations by our ancestors and it is a perfect place to watch the water go by.
The entire guest rooms are spacious and are waterfront. So the gentle breeze from the riverside keeps the rooms refreshing and cool.
The Pamba Heritage Villa offers more than just a place to stay; it offers a perfect blend of comfort, tranquility, and nature's beauty, providing you with a memorable escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and reconnected with nature.
Enjoy the privacy, safety, freedom at the Pamba Heritage which is alien to heavily charged hotel rooms. This is the ideal place for long stay especially for those seeking the right atmosphere to give expressions to their literary or artistic urges.
We have three traditional guest rooms exclusively designed to ensure your comfort and privacy and couple of modern rooms, a large separate terrace for party and get together (next to the traditional villa).
This is a golden opportunity to experience closeness with Nature and feel like home away from home.
All around, you will see country boats ferrying paddy or fish. Try fishing with the fishing rod in our pond or in the Pamba river. You can also engage yourself in various indoor and outdoor games according to your liking. You can make a village tour and see for yourself, life in a typical Kuttanad (this is one of the places in world where farming is done below the sea level) village, visit the world famous snake boat, you can even take a dip in the river Pamba and feel how the body and mind relaxes.
The windows and doors open to the paddy fields, the river and the garden allowing excellent ventilation and enchanting views from within the rooms. All our guest rooms are well furnished with two large single beds, wardrobe, writing table and chair. The floor is finished in ‘thara odu’ (mud tile) which has healing as well as preventive power on ‘arthritis’. The terracotta tiled roof and the wooden attic along with the wooden walls provide effective cooling. There is also a small verandah running around each room.
At Pamba heritage everything is traditional except for the ultra modern attached toilet and bathroom. Enjoy the novel experience of bathing in the ‘open’, but with the assurance of complete privacy (only the roof of the bathroom is open, sides are closed; the bathroom roof could be covered on request too). Bathing in our specially designed bathroom offers you the pleasure of not only of a cool refreshment shower but also the opportunity to watch the birds flying in flocks or the night sky with its infinite number of stars or the glowworm winking at you from the trees.
House Boat Cruise and Car Rentals
Ayurvedic Massage and Treatment
Indoor and Outdoor activities
You may entertain yourself watching the TV or playing indoor games in the family drawing room. Even though telephone facility is not there in individual rooms, if need arises you may use home telephone connection. The netted windows provide protection from mosquitoes and other insects. The additional net provided along with the cot ensures total protection from mosquitoes. We ensure all basic facilities at Pamba Heritage:-
Indulge in a variety of exciting activities during your stay with us. Glide through the picturesque waters with a calming boat ride, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. For the more adventurous souls, hop on a bicycle and explore the quaint trails that wind through the local villages and lush greenery. Feel the wind in your hair as you embark on a bike ride, discovering hidden gems and scenic spots in the vicinity. Fishing enthusiasts can try their hand at angling in the river, creating memorable moments surrounded by nature's serenity.
Whether you seek the thrill of exploration or the peacefulness of a quiet afternoon by the water, our homestay ensures a diverse range of the following activities to suit every guest's preferences:-
Paddling into serenity, where every stroke writes a story of adventure and tranquility. #KayakAdventures
Lost in the rhythm of the reel, where every cast holds the promise of a great catch. #FishingEscape
Exploring the world one pedal at a time. #BikeAdventures
Embracing the open road, two wheels at a time. #CyclingJourney
Exploring the world one pedal at a time. #BikeAdventures
Sailing into serenity, where every wave tells a tale of tranquility. #BoatAdventures
At the Pamba Heritage Villa, we invite you to create lasting memories with a spectrum of activities that cater to every taste. Whether you're seeking excitement or peaceful moments by the water, our homestay promises an enchanting retreat that will leave you yearning to return.
We provide the following activities for you at The Pamba Heritage Villa:-
In addition to these exciting activities, we also offer a variety of other ways to relax and unwind during your stay. Take a refreshing dip in the river, soak up the sun on our spacious deck, or simply lose yourself in a good book under the shade of a palm tree or in the hammock swing.
After a day of adventure, retreat to the comfort of our cozy and well-appointed rooms. Enjoy the warm hospitality of our staff, savor delicious homemade meals prepared with fresh local ingredients, and relish the peace and tranquility of our riverside setting.
Thank you so much for a wonderful, relaxing stay. We felt so completely welcomed into your family and home and we both very sad to leave. We look forward to seeing you again.
We had a wonderful restful stay- lying in hammocks, reading and watching the boats go by. Interesting walks. Everyone was very kind and very attentive to our needs.
This is the perhaps the 5th time I have stayed here, and it will not be the last. Location wise it is 5 star - right on the river side with really lovely expansive gardens - with 3 hammocks hung between trees. There is lots of welcome shade in the garden. I love the food here - high quality local food - currently with a West Bengal flavour ( the cook is from there). My wife enjoyed porridge in the morning, whilst I enjoyed whatever was served - as everything was good.
A genuine 100 year old heritage villa set on the banks of River Pamba. Cozy rooms, delicious home style food , and the staff who catered to our needs. The perfect place to unwind.. one can sit for hours on the thoughtfully placed benches on the spacious grounds and watch the river traffic. Outdoor dining is a great experience. The resort offers various activities like speedboat, kayaking, cycle tours, badminton and a natural pond for swimming. The icing on the cake is the resort Is pet friendly.
The family was very nice and did everything to let us feel to be a part of them. Especially dinner in their own rooms with special Kerala food was excellent (but too much, smile.....). The houseboats and old rice boats on the river in front of the hammocks in the cultivated garden let us feel to be in paradise.
They have lot of activities including kayaking, speed boat, shikara boat ride, fishing, badminton etc. We opted for shikara boat ride, fishing and kayaking. Shikara boat ride was so comfortable and refreshing. Whole family enjoyed the ride. We explored through the water ways which gave us the glimpses of Lifestyles in Alappuzha (Aleppey) and the beauty of Kerala backwaters. Kayaking is effortless and even inexperienced can do it well. Fishing was a great experience. We enjoyed a lot.
Tariff of Pamba Heritage Villa is well within the budget. We have air-conditioned and non air-conditioned rooms. The tariffs of our rooms are as under:
Valid until 31, March 2025.
Heritage Room | Tariff (in CPAI*) Bed and Breakfast |
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Air-Conditioned | US $ 85.00 |
UK £ 70.00 | |
INR ₹ 6,000.00 | |
(*CPAI - Room with Breakfast and Hotel Taxes all inclusive)
All guests are being engaged by myself, Rajeev Thomas. I am a Software Engineer and was working in India as well as in Singapore. After a while working in Accenture Technology Solutions – Singapore, I decided to come back to India and join the tourism industry with my homestay concept.
My motto is to showcase the beauty of our location and our hospitality to the guests who visit us. I am full time engaged with my homestay and guarantee the satisfaction of our guests. We have a guide and a cook to ensure better service to our guests.
Reaching the villa itself is an extraordinary experience – a boat ride through the meandering backwaters with lush paddy fields and coconut groves on either side. Soak the sun, soothe your eyes and get ready for the amazing Kerala hospitality and a few days of complete bliss and peace, punctuated only, by a bird’s call or a cricket’s hum.
The way and pace of life at the villa is decided entirely by you – laze in a hammock with a book, take moonlit walks along the river, or simply immerse yourself in the water and feel the gentle ripples against your skin. For the more active amongst you – get an insight into the Kerala way of life – see the traditional paddy harvesting, go on a fishing trip and interact with the local fishermen, watch toddy (it is the fermented sap of the coconut tree) tapping and taste it, or simply stroll around the plantain and coconut groves, local landmarks, temples and markets. Ayurveda and Kerala are synonymous – on special requests, get a relaxing massage.
Whether you seek the thrill of exploration or the peacefulness of a quiet afternoon by the water, our homestay ensures a diverse range of activities to suit every guest's preferences.
Our mission is to provide a happy stay and an unforgettable experience to our guests, ensuring unparalleled comfort, personalized service, and lasting memories during their visit.
Over the years, we have been fortunate to welcome guests from all over the world. We have seen countless smiles exchanged, heard stories from faraway lands, and witnessed countless memories being created. It is these moments that fuel our passion and continue to motivate us to provide the best possible experience for our guests.
» Rated #1 in Speciality lodging category in Alappuzha and Travellers’ Choice award winner for the years 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2024 on Tripadvisor.
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» The Pamba Heritage Villa is an excellent rated and a Government approved (Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, India) Homestay.
» The Pamba Heritage Villa has been featured in la Repubblica (an Italian daily general-interest newspaper)
The Pamba Heritage Villa located just 5 miles away from Alappuzha (a.k.a Alleppey) - the Venice of the East.
Nearest railway stations: Alappuzha (Indian Railway Station Code - ALLP) 6 miles and Changanassery (Indian Railway Station Code - CGY) 11 miles from The Pamba Heritage Villa.
Nearest airports: Cochin (a.k.a Kochi) International Airport (Airport Code - COK), about 53 miles to the north and Trivandrum (a.k.a Thiruvananthapuram) International Airport (Airport Code - TRV), about 93 miles to the south of The Pamba Heritage Villa.
For enquires & reservations
Mr. Rajiv Thomas
Mobile: +91-98474 11483
Email: pambaheritage@gmail.com
» The Pamba Heritage Villa is an excellent rated and a Government approved (Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, India) Homestay.
» Finalist, Heritage Homestay of the Year 2023, presented by MakeMyTrip, in association with The Times of India.
» Rated #1 in Speciality lodging category in Alappuzha, #1 of villas in Alappuzha, and Travellers’ Choice award winner for the years 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2024 on TripAdvisor.