The bungalow, which came to be known as the Talayar Valley Bungalow, had all the trappings of the British era. Wrought iron bath tubs, Doulton wash basins, Shanks flush tanks, fireplaces in all rooms, brass adjustable light holders; all within large rooms and even larger bathrooms. The experience was subtle and non hotel in every sense. The success although was astounding. More importantly the guest comments were hugely motivating.

Ecotourism word to all of our tea holdings across South India. Being among the largest tea plantation companies in South India, we decided to open up as many bungalows to tourists as we can and today have a total of about 20 rooms spread across Kerala and Tamil Nadu, in Valparai, Meghamalai, Gudalur and Munnar.

More importantly, we have been singularly focused on achieving our Ecotourism goals; training local estate workers in hospitality skills, maintaining conservation practices by creating bio – diversity areas within our estates, educating estate workers in preserving a plastic free atmosphere and most importantly, never forgetting the `big’ picture, the welfare and happiness of each and every worker within our plantation.

So join us on this journey.

Indulge in watching elephants graze, delight at the joy of boating across a lake, trek up a mountain path, play a game of table tennis, support the cause of the endangered Lion Tailed Macaque, walk across acres and acres of endless beauty, sit around a bonfire and talk of a bygone era, read a book on the water edge and most importantly, teach our estate workers something you know, a small gesture of your commitment to their welfare.

Welcome once again.