"Spice cultivation in the Western Ghats follows monsoon rhythms unchanged for centuries. The bungalow welcomes guests into this calendar, not around it."
A 60-acre spice estate producing cardamom, pepper, and coffee in the Kerala highlands. The colonial-era planter's bungalow offers immersive stays tied to the agricultural calendar.
Farm Engine
The agricultural operation that drives this property. Production is the priority—what we grow, how we sell it, and what feeds the hospitality side.
Primary Production
External Sales
- Spices (export and domestic wholesale)
- Coffee (specialty roasters)
Vertical Brands
- Cardamom Hills Spices
Hospitality Engine
How guests participate in this working operation. Lodging, food, and programs—all shaped by agricultural rhythms.
Lodging
Four rooms in the restored planter's bungalow, verandah dining overlooking the estate
8 guests
Food & Beverage
Kerala cuisine prepared with estate spices, served on the verandah or in the dining room
Programs
- Spice garden walks
- Cardamom harvest participation
- Coffee processing demonstrations
Seasonal Rhythm
Cardamom harvest August-February, coffee December-March, monsoon closure June-July
Operator Roles
Owner-led, operator-run. These positions carry real authority.
Estate Manager
hybridOversees cultivation, processing, and labor management. Base plus percentage of export revenue.
Bungalow Manager
paidManages guest experience, kitchen, and household staff. Full-time residential position.
Governance
- Owner group: 8 principals
- Farm and hospitality operated as separate entities
- Operator-led execution
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