Stay 

Aanavilasam resort has just six spacious rooms, suites and villas. At 32 sqm, the Deluxe rooms are relatively large, but those looking for more space and privacy can book one of the two 55 sqm suites, furnished with four-poster beds, a separate bedroom, spacious lounge, and a private veranda offering striking views over the surrounding hills. The Pool Villas come with a lovely swimming pool and a steam room while the huge 92 sqm Presidential Villa has all the modern comforts. 

ChildCare 

Families with children over 5 years age, are welcome to stay at the Aanavilasam resort. Although extra beds are available at an extra charge there are no specific facilities or babysitting service available. This resort is more suited to couples than families.

Dine 

There is no restaurant par se at the Aanavilasam resort but there is a dining room where home cooked meals by experienced local chefs are served. Breakfast and dinner are included in your half-board room rate and lunch is modestly priced. The menu is a fusion of traditional, Indian and Continental cuisine prepared with fresh locally sourced ingredients. Expect freshly baked bread and delicious multi-course feasts at dinner with focus on seafood provided by local fishermen.

Relax 

There is a lounge area at the Aanavilasam with cable TV. In the surrounds is a 7-acre spice garden where you will find pepper and banana trees amongst the cinnamon plantation. Massage at one of several Ayurvedic centres and a yoga class in Kumily (8km away) can be arranged. Alternatively, chill out on your veranda in your hammock or watch honey being harvested from the garden beehive. Guests can also request for a cookery demonstration. 

Experience 

Most guests stay at the Aanavilasam due to its proximity to the Periyar National Park, home to tigers and a significant elephant population. Salim can easily arrange a half-day tour with a local expert guide to the reserve that includes boating on the lake for exciting glimpses of the local flora and fauna, including apes, exotic birds, wild elephants and deer. Also visit the towns of Kumily or take a day trek in the surrounding hills with a picnic.