Emerald Isle Heritage Villa, Alleppey

About Emerald Isle Heritage Villa
The Kuttanad region of Central Kerala is full of beautiful waterways and backwaters and herein lies the Emerald Isle which is isolated from the bustle of city life, but only so long you like it that way. As it is at the distance of barely 10 km from the Alappuzha town, you can transfer yourself quickly from the haven of tranquility to the city centre. Alappuzha city is the old commercial capital of the then state of Travancore. The place Emerald Isle Heritage Villa itself is a 150 years old ancestral countryside structure and is sprawled over an area of 7 acres. Since it is situated in the countryside, it is but natural that it is abundant in exotic flora, myriad birds and breathtaking butterflies.

The Emerald Isle Heritage Villa lies in this very island, which is luxurious and affordable at the same time.

Location
The place is about 10 km from Alleppey (or Alappuzha) which in turn is about 65 km from Cochin, the new buzzing with activity port city of Kerala. Alappuzha is also connected with rail and road but you can reach the Emerald Isle only by boat.

Recreation and Sightseeing
Recreation
Anyone who is interested in relaxing or wants to get away from the busy life for a while should be headed straight towards the Emerald Isle as the tranquil place is just right to soothe the frayed nerves and ease the everyday tensions. You can choose to read a book or laze in a hammock of better still, if you are feeling a bit active then take a stroll around on the island. You can also meet the local people to get a feel of the local lifestyle, go fishing or just go swimming. Travel in the country boats through small village canals as the rural life passes you by. You can also visit the old Bhagwati Temple or more than 1000 years old Saint Mary's Church.

It's an experience that's not to be forgotten and can not be described ... it's only meant to be experienced.

Sightseeing
Bhagwati Temple
During Kettukazhcha festival hordes of devotees are drawn to this temple. The festival is usually held during February March.

Edathua Church
This church, dedicated to St George, is situated only 24 km away from the city of Alappuzha and was established in 1810. It is believed that the worshipers at this church are healed from any of the mental illnesses that they might be suffering from.

Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple
Situated 15 km south from the city of Alappuzha, this temple is built in typical Kerala architectural style and is famous for the daily offering of Palpayasam. You can also see the paintings depicting the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu on the walls of the temple.

Chavara Bhavan
The Chavara Bhavan is the ancestral home of the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara. Now it has converted into a holy shrine where scores of devotees gather to seek divine blessings.

Fooding and Lodging
Fooding
Here you will be served all the mouth watering cuisines whether Indian or international or very very ethnic Kerala. The locally grown spices and herbs are liberally used to give the dishes a distinct flavour.

Lodging
You can arrive here only by a boat and that's the beauty of it. The world here is eco-friendly and the environment soothing and relaxing. The Emerald Isle Heritage Villa offers you a privacy and complete relaxation. The place offers only four rooms but all these are quality rooms out of which two are air-conditioned rooms whereas the other two are non-air-conditioned each complete with all the modern amenities and facilities.