It's awesome hosting by uncle Jagdish uncle they made to us to feel like we are in part of their family .. thanks uncle love the place and hospitality

It was a very good experience staying at anusha home stay. Ranjith,Jagadish uncle & their family are very friendly. They have two cute puppies sunny & sweety. Overall we loved the family,place & stay.

The experience was great!!

Let me start off by saying that our stay at the foothill camp was the best part of our otherwise really boring trip to Coorg! Let me start off by describing the campsite: the 'campsite' is really a huge backyard to big bungalow in the estate, and as the name says it is located at the foot of a small hillock. The tents are surrounded by fig and jackfruit trees and its gets really chilly in the night! Also, it is not very far from the city and any rickshaw will drop you off to the place, you can call Ashith and he will direct the rickshaw guy to his place. It should not cost upwards of 100/- for the rick. The tents are extremely clean, good quality and well maintained. The bathrooms are also very very clean and close to the tents. Now coming to the food, ashith and his staff cooked authentic coorgi food for us, and during our entire trip - (11 days!) it was probably the best food we ate, delicious yet homely. Better than most restaurants in the coorg. Finally the host, Ashith was probably one of the best hosts I have come across on Airbnb. Very sincere, earnest and helpful. He took really good care of us and even the other guests who were staying in tents next to us. I highly recommend this place, with a caveat, that it is great for a night or two, for a longer stay you might want to split your stay between this place and something traditionally cozy! PS: The homemade fig wine that Ashith's mom brews is wayyyy better than any of the other homemade wines we had in Coorg. It is excellent. In fact we were disappointed in the shop-bought wines, they turned out to be too sugary and unpalatable. We had to throw them away. We took a bottle of Ashith's homemade wine from him while checking out - should have taken more!

The Foothill Camp turned out to be a real blessing as a weekend getaway at Coorg. It was very easy to reach and is accurately marked on (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) Maps. Ashith really went out of his way as a hospitable and warm superhost. As two female guests we felt completely safe and comfortable. We got great recommendations for our iterinary - both famous spots around Coorg and little known hideaways. Staying in Kushalnagar turned out to be a good choice as Madikeri seemed crowded. Foothill Camp gave us the excitement of living in a tent under the canopy of fruit trees along with the comfort of a homestay. We're really grateful for the delicious homemade food, dessert and all the little ways in which this trip was made memorable for us by Ashith and his family. We really hope that many more travellers set foot here to experience the joy of camping. Thank you Ashith, you're a real superhost!

A beautiful property with very comfortable tents, clean and well maintained facilities, amazing food (heavenly desserts!!), bonfire with great wine and and even better host. Ashith went above and beyond to make our stay a great one. There are 2 things you must do - have their wine and go cycling with Ashith in the morning on a beautiful trail. Could not have asked for more from my stay with Ashith who even sent us to some beautiful spots to visit that we definitely would not have found on our own. Thank you for your hospitality and a great experience.

It was delightful staying with Ashith and family. The Foot Hill Camp is an excellent place for camping with children. It is very safe, secure and neatly maintained the place. I loved seeing my three and eight years moving around freely and to be able to explore the place on their own. The host family was very warm and wonderful with the kids. Ashith is a very enthusiastic person and takes good care of the guests. He took us for cycling on an amazing track close to Harangi Dam and arranged a bonfire at the night. Food is good too, and they took care of the children’s needs. It was a perfect camping holiday!

This was my first attempt at using AirB&B and I must say that I was pleasantly surprised. The tents and the bathrooms were quite clean. The beds were very comfortable and the beddings were very clean. Ashith made sure that everyone felt comfortable (he was awake the entire night to make sure everyone was OK). The camping area has a lot of varieties of flora. Another interesting thing about this place is that they grow their own spices for the food they serve. One must try the coconut desert served after dinner. The bonfire was a fun experience and the appetizers served there was really good. The dinner was proper home cooked food and was very tasty. Also do not forget to try cycling around the place (the place has a few cycles you can use). Ashith has a lot more planned for the place.

I haven't come across a better stay for nature lovers in Coorg. It's not just camping in someone's backyard, it's an experience. The tents, toilets and even the surroundings were extremely clean, something I was apprehensive at first but was happy to see upon arrival. The food was exquisite, that's if you're into traditional Coorg cuisine and can handle a bit of spice. I did notice the host going out of his way to cater to everyone's culinary needs though. Overall, it felt like I was staying at a friend's house, and that says a lot about the kind of host Ashith is. I'll definitely go back soon.

A great place to stay if you are planning on spending a quite weekend . Nothing much to do around in the city so recommended for people looking for a camping experience with some peace. The camps are very clean with access to clean toilets . Ashith takes a lot of efforts to ensure all guests are comfortable . The bonfire at night is the highlight of the stay. Definitely a place you should be staying if planning on a trip to kushalnagar / coorg!!

This was our first time in Coorg for me and my wife Paromita. We came here with two other friends and their families. One of our friends visited the Foot Hill Camps earlier and appreciated the place. I was a little worried about common toilet and basic hygiene issues. Though we stayed in camps in many places - at times we faced such issues. But, here it was not the case at all. The toilets and bathrooms were very clean and maintained properly. There was no issue of water. Hot water was also available. Tents were nicely made and maintained. The entire ambience keeps a nice balance between natural, close-to-nature feel and the hygiene requirement. Ashith is a lovely host. He has a nice family. His mom was supervising the kitchen and also was entertaining all the kids of our friends happily. They served really lovely Coorgi cuisine. All the food was amazing - specially the Coorgi-style pork is a must have. Vegetarian dishes were also amazing. Taste of all the food was so nice because of the use of local spices. Oh, I shouldn't forget amazing deserts. The morning breakfasts used to be rice balls or spring hoppers (forgot the local name). All the menu was traditional, local and delicious. One of the days we went for trekking to Kopatti. Our guide was Meghna, a modern English-speaking local girl. Kopatti is not at all commercialised - we were the only people trekking in the hills there. It was amazing. After the trek we had food in the house of our local guide - lovely food and amazing hospitality. We loved the overall trip. Oh, I should not forget birds in the Foot Hill Camps. There were lots of nice birds - including kingfisher, sunbird etc. Though I could not spot myself, if you are lucky you can also find hornbills there.

It is calm residential place. It is just a KM from Kushalnagar Town and Bustop.

Pros This place is in the first floor of the house while the owner stays in the ground floor. The Verandah on the first floor is a good place to relax if you have kids. Also since I practice yoga regularly, personally I loved it. Another pro is those two cute puppies – Chinni and Sunny – who can be easily befriended. Cons This place needs serious improvements in terms of infrastructure and the hospitality of the hosts. To start of, I contacted the owner Ranjith – under whom this property is registered in airbnb – twice before booking it. We had a warm chat and I conveyed the total guests who are supposed to stay there and he was willing to host us. And hence I went ahead with the booking On reaching the place, I called Mr. Jagadish – father of Ranjith – who guided us to reach the spot. We had following inconvenience in the place 1.Welcome – When we entered the house, we were only provided two rooms with 6 beds which had a common bathroom. But Ranjith had told that we can use the entire property. Then, on insistence and with reluctance, he gave us one more room with 2 beds and 1 bathroom. 2.Hygiene – Ranjith had told that they maintain this place with great hygiene which I believed without any second thought as the owners live in this place. But when we entered, in one of the bathrooms someone had already Pee’d without cleaning up the mess. When Mr. Jagadish was informed of this he nonchalantly asked “Did anyone of you did it?”. I have never met with such a callous reply from the host in any of my trips before. There was no sorry / apology for this. Also the jug that was kept for water was not cleaned. This after giving 4 – 5 days of notice is unacceptable. 3.Heater – This place is fitted with solar heater which is not sufficient for large groups. But again, I have told the total strength including two 1 year old kids before booking it. In both the days we had to wait for hot water to bath our kids. And only on repeated follow ups we were supplied hot water 4.Amenities – In terms of amenities this place has miles to travel to give a peaceful experience for guests : a.When we checked in there were only two towels. One each in each of the bathroom and both looked like someone had used it already. I have asked Ranjith on Saturday October 29th 2016 afternoon for which he said towels and soaps will be supplied. I asked for more towels which was never supplied. But soaps were provided on insistence. b.The Television never worked and there were no channels. c.The lighting provided were low watts DELP BESCOM subsidized bulb. With Rs.15000 for two days, I think there can be better lighting arrangement. d.Fans are at one place and beds are at another place....

My experience at Anusha Homestay was nothing less than wonderful! It's a peaceful location connected well to the town where one can find places to eat and pubic transport. The neighbourhood is extremely friendly and humble. A huge balcony with a wonderful view provided for a serene atmosphere for the mind and soul. The best aspect of this homestay however is the sweet family-like environment Anusha and her parents created for me. Being a solo traveller, I was looked after and felt cared for in every way. I can't thank uncle enough for such warmth and compassion. And of course the lovely food they prepared for me everyday. :)

The host Prem is a very interesting person with so many fascinating stories from his life. He took the effort of meeting us in Mysore before we headed to Coorg. This place completely reflects on his sensibilities and every bit of the place tells you that it has all been done personally. The house is located in the middle of a vast land, completely surrounded by coffee plantations. The place is perfect for a calm sojourn away from the city in the middle of nowhere. The caretaker Rajesh ensures that everything you need is taken care of, with a quick trip around in his bike. Overall, i strongly recommend this place to anyone planning a trip to Coorg.

We were a group of 10 family members and one pet dog. Anirvaa at Coorg is a very quaint farmhouse in the interiors of Kushalnagar. While it was scary the first night of our stay, we got used to the surroundings the next couple of nights. If you need any groceries or stuff, you will need to travel about 3-4 kms to get them, so make sure to be well stocked if you are a large group. If you are the adventurous kind, you are sure to like this place. Prem is very professional and everything was provided for with a fully functional kitchen where we prepared most of our own meals. We were provided extra beds to accommodate all of us in the two bedrooms. He even provided us a brand new tent which the kids enjoyed a lot. We found the climate to be pretty hot and thought that Coorg would be much more cooler than that . So we spent most of the time in the room itself with occasional walks to the river which is nearby and went to other places like Dubbare Elephant Camp, Abbi Falls, River rafting, Madikeri etc. Overall, I would say we had a good time!

Mr. Prem, we loved the stay at Anirvaa. As with any review there's the good and there's the bad. Pros 1. Phenomenal area with silence all around. 2. Birds and nature for company. 3. Precise description of the property. 4. Good directions to the property Cons. 1. Completely isolated even for emergencies. 2. No one stays in the property and it is literally 'off-the-map'. So any help needed would be un-imaginable. If an un-thinkable forced entry is in play, the guests are left to the mercy of the philanderer and God. 3. No security personnel for a 3 acre land strip surrounded by forests. No CCTV cameras for proof of miscreants, in the event that happens. 4. Kitchen is located outside the house. My sister had throats issues and had to drink up warm water and we were left with the option of marching "outside and around" the house to enter the kitchen and boil up some (EMAIL HIDDEN) simply wasn't safe and felt way eerie. 5. UNSUITABLE FOR GUESTS WHO COME AS A FAMILY AND FOR HONEY-MOON. Please do correct these issues before inviting guests over. The place is awesome and exhilarating. But you are not providing a forest to stay in. If you are providing a place to stay, make it feel so. That's my opinion of this. Came as a family of 4. We felt so pissed off and we quit the same early morning because it felt safe to stay in the car and drive, rather than stay in that place. P.S. The caretaker is on the phone and is communicable always. But the local person who will deal with you, isn't the estate manager. He seems to be some property builder who oversees the bookings. And fun part was, even he didn't come to give us the keys. We were handed the keys by a labourer who was working in the property on another building. Freaky. Imagine the plight of a honey-moon couple coming here to enjoy some peace and quiet. Only to find that they are literally at the mercy of the wild and weird minded humans. Future guests. Please be wary of this.

Great place to stay group of people. Nice kitchen to prepare where Coorg is not for good food. House located in middle of forest where you can feel different environment. only problem is care taker was not friendly..

Good location Value for price We 4 frndz had a great time Would highly recommend for groups

The pictures displayed cannot do justice to the beauty of this property! I had a more than comfortable weekend stay with my family at Anirvaa. The serenity one would find here is inexplicable. Being a nature lover, I was thrilled to wake up to the cacophony of chirps and buzzings all around. It is strategically secluded from the rest of civilization, which makes this place a perfect getaway from the maddening city noise. One would find a variety of both fruit and vegetable trees on this vast property. If luck is on your side, you might even spot a deer or hare in the early hours of day. As I had travelled from Bangalore to Coorg on the midnight bus, there was some difficulty in locating the property in the pre-dawn darkness. But the owner, Mr. Prem and the caretaker, Mr. Rajesh were very helpful in providing options and directions back from Madikere to the locality. As a warning to future travellers, keep an alert eye on the road as Madikere is about 25 kms from the property: certainly not worth travelling back that distance to the desired destination. Mr Prem was very generous in giving us the entire bungalow for the weekend at no additional cost even though we were a family of only 3. He was constantly in touch with us over cell phone, giving an insight into the history of the property, best places to go sightseeing in Coorg, as well as transportation arrangements. A very amiable and knowledgeable host :) The bungalow has a raw, rustic appeal but is surprisingly very well equipped with all the basic necessities. The nearest town is about 10-15 minutes away by bike/car where food provisions can be purchased. Food can be prepared in the kitchen which is well stocked with a variety of crockery. Additionally, a surprise element is the Kaveri river that flows quite near the property (a 10 minute walk away). It is quite a sight! I would highly recommend a short trek on the bank, although this would not be an easy walk due to the rocky and rough terrain. But a nature enthusiast would be foolish to miss this. Also, the Dubare elephant camp is just 5 kms away and so is the Dubare forest that lies beyond the river. Be sure to interact with the obliging and ever-helpful caretaker. He was always present to take care of our needs and voluntarily even lit a bonfire for us :) Being a local, he knew the property and the locality very well and gave us a tour of the area, identifying the trees and regaling us with his stories of local traditions. Overall, an enchanting experience at Anirvaa :) I highly recommend it!

Very Nice Place if you want to spend a weekend away from city life.They have a kitchen with all amenities.Only problem was Power outage in the night.We spend our first night without power.I would recommend to place an inverter for power backup during emergency times.

We had a great time at Anirvaa. The house was just walking distance away from the river; rooms were cosy and comfortable and all the amenities, as promised, were provided. The caretaker also arranged for a bon fire on our request. The Dubare Elephant camp and rafting camp is close by from the house for those who are keen to try these out. It is a perfect getaway if you're looking for a quiet vacation in the hills!

We had a great stay! Amazing hospitality, very cordial people and a great location. The apartment and it's surrounding is neatly maintained and it looks beautiful, the kid just loved the beautiful lawn. It would have been nicer to have a small kitchen plus a better WiFi connectivity - but they were not the show stoppers.

Be clear with the number of adults and room you're getting....nishu may not advice u he expects you to book the room n rough it out. Hot water is intermittent and you havs to wait for hours at times. Cleanliness has alot of room for improvement. Great location and good home like cooked food.

Great accommodations, great hospitality, and beautiful scenery!

It's a wonderful place to have a weekend getaway. Definitely recommend for people who want to go by themselves.

Very nice location and Franc has been very helpful.

Only thing good is the location. Rooms and toilet not worth the money. Food definitely not worth, breakfast was okay but dinner not worth it. Host was good though. Highly overpriced accommodation.

A very welcoming host, got us acquainted with whats to do around after we settled in. The place is idyllic, quaint and an embodiment of peace. A lovely place for leisurely walks on the bank by the back waters. Witness the local's day in the life as you laze on the porch. No hassles for the car and driver's stay. Left us feeling like a visit to our uncle's place.

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It was one of the stays to remember,the place was amazing quite peaceful and lush green in the middle of the coffee estate.Hosts were excellent,they took care of each and everything required for the stay and guided us for nearby places to visit.The morning breakfast was amazing.Its a home away from home indeed.

We had a really good stay at Jaivik Greens. The host was kind enough to guide us to the property, through the way from Kushalnagar. They welcomed us with a steamy cup of coffee. The property is fabulous with the owner's Bunglow right besides the Estate stay for guests which helps in case you need anything but gives you enough privacy as well. The accommodation was very cosy and more than enough for our group of 4 friends. The Coorgi style breakfast was wonderful and so was the freshly brewed coffee. We met 2 lovely & friendly dogs at the property as well. Overall, I would recommend this if you are looking to stay in a estate & need to chill away from the hustle. Would recommend having your own vehicle while traveling here.

The property is really nice and cozy. Lot of vegetation. Perfect for a short stay with friends and family.

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We had a fantastic stay at Jaivik Greens. The property is fabulous. And the home was very cosy and ideal for our group of 6 friends. Moreover, our hosts Mr and Mrs Ponachha made us feel very welcome. The Coorgi style food was wonderful and so were the bottomless cups of fresh coffee!

Clean and well equipped space. Owner is very accommodating, helpers are always tending to your needs. Food is delicious and coffee is great! Owner is very hospitable and went out of his way to guide us with all aspects of or stay. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a quiet time!

Great getaway place. Every thing here is amazing. The hosts, the location, the fact that it is literally an elephant's trail and the food. We were vegetarians and throughly enjoyed every meal. Sannu uncle is an awesome host to have, he was so helpful with all the queries and concerns we had. Would love to visit again with family and would also recommend this to my friends. 10/10 this place is solid getaway nest.

My husband and I made our first trip to Coorg. We had a great time at Rachita's place. The room was clean and comfortable. The hosts were extremely friendly and hospitable. They were so kind and wonderful, it didn't feel like we were meeting them for the first time. The location was beautiful. The food was great. We were also given a tour of the plantation which we really enjoyed. The dogs and the cats made our trip even more memorable. Would love to come back here on our next trip!

My family and I had a very pleasant stay at the Elephant's trail. A relaxed setting within the coffee estate. A good location, away from the rest of the hotels and crowd... But which means you need to have your own transport. Rachita and her father were good hosts. Also managed to hear the elephant's being chased away at night with fire crackers.

Its a beautiful place, secluded and surrounded with greenery. The rooms are clean, spacious and well maintained. The hospitality showered by the hosts is unforgettable and the food is just awesome!!! If you are a dog lover you get some extra love showered by their labs who are simply adorable :) Totally worth the money spent.

I was here with my family in the 1st week of October, 2016 with my family. Stayed for 2 nights. The location is very cozy and a perfect place to escape from the urban world. The place is provided with all the amenities as described. Rachita's dad hosted us during our stay and was making sure that our stay was comfortable throughout. Hakim, the care taker was always at your service. The things I would carry in my memories throughout are: - The food, excellent & delicious food, thanks a ton to Hakim's wife for that. - To uncle, for giving herbal treatment to my elder son, who was suffering from severe cold & cough. - The hospitality and the location, both were surprisingly amazing. I will surely visit this place again. Thanks to Rachita, Uncle and Hakim for hosting us.

We stayed here for one day and we only wished we could stay here for longer. The place is clean and tidy. It was a true nature calling experience... We had a good time relaxing and eating authentic coorg style cuisine. The hosts were extremely welcoming and cooperative. They took us around the estate and explained everything....they also got us hand plucked fresh fruits from their plantation. It was the first time we ate such fresh fruits. They even let us take their dogs for a walk. A special mention to the cooks who made really yummy food and fresh juices for us. Would definitely recommend this place without second thoughts.

Had a great time with my family and pet. The place is beautiful, refreshing and away from the humdrum of life. Must recommended for all those who want to take a couple of days off and bask in the glory of nature. Amazing in house food cooked and great coffee!

This is THE place to be in if you're on your Coorg trip. The location is perfect for a chilled out weekend. The hosts are friendly, cordial and make you feel completely at home! Ask them for anything and they were happy to help. Another thing worth appreciating is the food. It is yum yum and yum. We also befriended their 3 dogs and 5 cats! Safe to say that this was the most pleasing Airbnb stay we've ever had.

The heavenly location was sheer magic. They say picture says a 1000 words but words and pic didn't do justice to how it actually looked. The food from impeccable, both taste and presentation and served with love.

The Granary is a lovely little cottage set in a beautiful estate. The hosts, Jyothi's parents, are warm, friendly and helpful people. Our time with them was full of stimulating conversations and lip-smacking food :-) We had a great time and would love to visit again.

Souland Estate = Heavenly Experience. I recommend to all the lovely couples & families to surely visit Souland estate & get stunned by this beautiful place. We stayed in Granary for 2 days and all we could see is woods, lush green tall trees & hear birds chirping all day. All their properties are unique & beautiful. Their Verandah, colourful garden, organic & most yummiest food, Jasmine tree, and Granary made our stay blissful. Big Thank you to Jyothi (the host) and her parents who made us feel so homely & warm that I definitely want to revisit.

The Granary Cabin was everything promised! It looked even better in person. My husband and I enjoyed every bit of the getaway and savoured every bit of Aunty's home cooked Coorgi food. It was such a wonderful holiday with a warm, welcoming family. Thank you :-)

This is a private cabin in the backdoors to a wonderful estate. The cabin is very well designed and tastefully decorated. The bathroom also has this spectacular view of the woods, and is secluded with a lot of privacy. The foods prepared by Jyothi's parents were delicious. A recommended place for stay.

The Granary proved to be every bit of experience it promised. The purity in the air, beautiful green landscape, the serenity & the amazing history behind the place - makes it the perfect getaway from the chaotic city life. Ours was a short trip but we gathered such good memories in that short span. The cherry on the top was the great hospitality offered by Uncle, Aunty, Jyothsna & adorable little Thejas. Jyothi, we missed seeing you! It just felt like a home away from home when we relished upon Aunty's deliciously cooked meals :) We are definitely coming back here, still haven't got enough of the place and the people there :)

Granary is beautiful, the tree house feel, the bath tub facing the greens, serene balcony - the experience of staying at granary was truly unique. Must visit if you ever dreamt of living in tree houses :)

We stayed at The Granary on the Souland Estates Homestay. I will give a 5 on 5 rating to my stay - Mr JP (as he is called) and his entire family were extremely warm and embraced us like family. The property itself (The Granary and the estate) is done exceptionally well - its aesthetic and comfortable. But I would say that best part are the hosts - I really felt as if I was visiting family. Aunty is an amazing cook - my appetite increased 5 folds there. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a quiet getaway from the city and I assure you that once you are at the estate you just wouldn't feel like going out anywhere. The Granary and Souland Estates a must stay option if you are visiting Kushalnagar or Coorg.

Pleasant stay, courteous host, room was neat and overall a nice experience

Staying at Elephant trail (2) was a brilliant experience! We were 4 friends on monsoon tour to coorg and looking for a peaceful and comfortable place to camp. We were delayed by 4 hours to reach Elephant Trails. Thanks to Rachita for always keeping in touch to make sure we reach safe. Rachita was very welcoming and made sure all arrangements were ready. She also helped us explore the nearby sites. The view from the sit out is spectacular! Its like we were in Heaven (Sagar Commented also)! This place felt so much like a paradise. Riffle shooting with the hosts was fun. Food quality was fantabulous and we liked all side dishes and main course. The prices were reasonable as well. Campfire was good and we danced a lot on music and enjoyed! One should try the raw chilli from their farms! :) Thanks to the hosts for all their efforts in making sure our stay was top notch.

Amazing place with amazing host. Serene place full of nature.

Amazing food :) loved our stay. Thanks for everything

Amazing place to stay. Rachita and her dad both took care of everything we needed.Rachita took us for a walk around the estate and showed us all the different plantations. And also food was very good and yummy. Felt like home and wanted to come back again...

If you do not stay here you have not experienced the full splendor of Coorg!! Rachita, her father, Hakim and his wife made my trip to Coorg unforgettable. Their warm welcome, generous hospitality, and attention to detail was incredible. The home cooked food was delicious. Every single meal offered something unique. The coffee plantation is gorgeous. Rachita took me on a tour and explained how the coffee beans are harvested and the variety of trees on the property. She was also wonderful in helping me plan sightseeing and logistics during my stay. The rooms were spacious, extremely clean and comfortable, and the showers were always hot. I greatly enjoyed having my coffee on the balcony listening to the sounds of nature. If I could give 10 stars I would! Thank you for the memories, I will never forget the experience!!

The whole experience was amazing. Rachita and her team made sure we felt at home. People visiting Coorg and who want a quiet and relaxing stay, this is the place to visit. Suggest bringing your own transport to get around, in case you'd like to go to Madikeri.

I had absolutely no idea as to how it would be if I stay in a place other than usual commercial hotels and resorts. Out of sheer luck nd chance I happen to stay at Rachita's place. As a host I found her entire team and set up warm and welcoming. I went as a solo traveller so for me it was all the more important that I happen to speak to local people nd get first hand advise. She was more than willing to me let me know where all I can go and what I must do given the time I had in Coorg. I came to know about those details because she gave her valuable time whilst I was enjoying my first breakfast and coffee at her place. Surrounded by lush green coffee estate which you must explore whilst staying at her fascinating place. Just be careful about snakes because they are there. They too are friendly. Location wise it's close to Cauvery river near elephant camp madikiri. You can enjoy river rafting, take a elephant ride nd if you are lucky you may end up seeing herd of wild elephants. cost wise I have no idea how nd why they are so reasonable. I guess the whole concept is not commercialisation but to give solo travelers, college guys nd Young couple a good time nd experience with extremely reasonably price. Since the place is secluded in the midst of coffee estate you must take a round, either a long walk or early morning run to feel the coffee frangrance inbuilt in the air around. In one word I had great experiences. Highly recommend.

Jyothi's parents who live at this estate hosted my guests - my sister's family and my parents. They were the most gracious hosts and made my guests welcome and feel at home. My sister has a little boy who seems to have become quite fond of them, and they, of him. They treat the guests like family and are both helpful as well as extremely caring. The estate provides you a unique chance to get away from all the hustle of the city and just slow down. If you let them know your preferences in food, they more than accommodate that and you would always find the food really hearty. Both Jyothi and her parents, on their part, take every care to ensure that the trip would be as hassle free as possible - everything from food preferences (veg. or non-veg. / allergies etc.), to weather update before you get there (it gets kinda cool in the nights certain months), to directions for getting there, to places of interest in and around the estate. My nephew had a bit of a tearful goodbye when leaving the estate and more than that, Jyothi's parents, as they had become fond of him. : ) It was a wonderful experience all in all, and I am now looking forward to going there myself to get a taste of this the next time. I whole heartedly recommend this place if you're looking for a retreat in the true sense where you can kick back and relax, go out for walks, take your day slow, eat at home, have some conversations with the hosts and explore the place, while reading books, maybe listening to some music. There was no WiFi or TV, but then again, that was part of the charm of the place and those things were not missed in the least. So, in conclusion, if this is the kind of trip you are planning then do consider this place for sure.

great experience

I had booked this stay for my parents and they had a wonderful time staying there. They felt it felt just like home. Jyothi was very responsive throughout while her parents made it a pleasurable stay.

We stayed at SoulandEstate on the 12th and 13th of january. We were a group of 4 adults, with four under 7 year olds between us. We reached SoulandEstate (SoulandEstate is on the main road in Kushalnagar and not difficult to find at all.)around 7:00PM afer a long day, after an early morning flight to Bangalore from Hyderabad followed by a long drive with excited kids from Blore to Coorg. The house was quiet when we reached and the house owner Mr. Jayaprakash welcomed us and led us to our rooms. The rooms were large and very comfortable. The sprawling house was beautiful with an olden days charm. There was diverse flaura and fauna in and around the house.The house had an amazing verandah where we sat and spent hours singing, listening to music, the sounds of nature..the kids particularly enjoyed the big swing that was there.We were completely rejuvinated after a while. The food, oh the food! Aunty cooks food that is totally awesome and the best part is that they love feeding it to their guests! the vegetables and spices were from their own vegetable patch so it was unmatchable. We stuffed ourselves and slept soundly! One really good part about the resort is that it is close by to a lot of sightseeing points like Dubare, chiklihole dam, raja's seat, waterfalls, so no long distances. Uncle very kinldy took us for a tour of his coffee plantation and explained us many things. He opened us his entire house to us and the kids. They allowed us to cook food for the kids in their kitchen. All said, the house is beautiful, the hosts are warm, the weather is awesome and the food heavenly.

Great place to relax on the estate. Felt very much at home. excellant home cooked food and great hosts

Not a value for money place. Kitchen was an amenity listed for the homestay but we were not allowed to use the kitchen. We had to make them correct this. Also we were not even asked what breakfast/food we would prefer. A single option was served. We had to travel 15 km for a near-by restaurant because we didn't trust the food taste and options. I would also not recommend drinking tea which was served. The place was not very hospitable. All in all I would suggest looking for other options as the location of this place was also not very nice.

I visited Coorg in May'16 along with young kids and my parents. We found Souland Estates recommended very highly on AirBnB and Jyothi listed as a SuperHost. Reading the reviews, I sent my queries to Jyothi, who was very responsive and helped me with all the questions I had. We interacted over email and confirmed the booking. I must say that the place was exactly as I had expected-very homely with lot of warmth and hospitality. The owners, Mr. Jayaprakash, his wife and daughters-Jyothsna and Jyothi took special care of us and made sure that our stay was very comfortable. Jyothi's young niece Tejas became good friends with my kids and they were playing hide and seek within no time. To top it all, aunty went out of her way to make sure that we were served authentic Coorgi cuisine with a lot of variety. Every day dinner and breakfast were different and finger licking good. Jyothi and Mr. Jayaprakash were always around to help and provide inputs. We enjoyed the long conversations we had with the family over dinner and breakfast. This is the first time we were trying out a homestay and my experience was amazing. The place is very close to the Dubare Elephant camp and water rafting and very close to a lot of good eating joints in Kushalnagar. The coffee estate is very beautiful and with lot of greenery. After staying in a concrete jungle for a long time, this is precisely what me and my family were looking for. I would highly recommend this place in Coorg-it is a home away from home.

Our hosts were fantastic. We felt at home the moment we reached the house. Mr. Jayaprakash and his family are excellent hosts. I should give a special mention for the food served to us for every meal. It was wonderful. Aunty is a great cook and she made sure that we left with happy stomachs at the end of every meal. The place and the surroundings are beautiful and peaceful. The sounds of the birds and crickets in the evenings make it so much more wonderful to be there. The rooms are huge and absolutely clean and the stay is very comfortable. Last but not the least, We had some excellent conversations with the hosts on numerous topics like politics, epics, good books. The hosts are very well read and are very loving and affectionate. If we go back to Coorg, I would definitely love to go back and stay with them.

Very serene place to live in. Excellent food and friendly hosts.

It was a pleasant experience.we enjoyed and had a great time.

It was a fantastic stay @ Elephant Trail. Rachita and Sannu uncle were super awesome hosts. Food, location, ambience and everything were good. We stayed there for 2 days and had super fun. My daughter really had great time playing with the pets. Video link below. (URL HIDDEN)

The stay was super comfortable. The rooms are organized, clean and the property surrounding is quiet, serene and beautiful! Rachita and her dad are terrific host! The food, the amenities, the comfort factor - they made sure that nothing was compromised.

Awesome Place. Nice food.