The Hermitage Guest House, An Eco-Lodge in the Western Ghats,Karntaka,India

The Hermitage is a well-appointed and secluded working farm set amidst the lush forests of the Western Ghats. If you are a Wildlife enthusiast or Nature Watcher, keen on Birding in India, a Nature Photographer, enjoy Trekking, or just simply love the outdoors, then the Hermitage is a perfect holiday destination for you.

Your Farm stay at the Hermitage will give you an opportunity to experience and observe life in Rural India, an opportunity seldom presented to the international traveler. Have a close encounter with Provincial India, the Village Community, and its Culture.

Accommodation:

There are three independent units available each styled differently. All are comfortable and respect the privacy of guests.

The Machan: A home on stilts eleven feet above the ground with great views. Built with bamboo and wood. There is a private western style bathroom at ground level, open to the sky. Look up and delight in the green forest canopy, you will find it far more interesting than a book! Cold running water supplied on tap, hot water available from a 'Bhum', located near by. The Machan is not electrified.

The Kadaba: Built in the traditional style of the area, the Kadaba is a typical village home. Based on a raised foundation of rammed earth, the Kadaba is built of bamboo, wood and mud plaster. Modern western style bathroom, open to the sky, built with bamboo and thatch. Cold running water supplied on tap, hot water available from a 'Bhum' located close by in the recreation area. Not electrified (Two young children can also be accommodated in this cottage.)

The Kadaba stay at Hermitage Guest House

Bathroom of Kadaba at Hermitage Guest House

The Gota: Is a rural cottage, with cool soothing interiors. The floors are locally made red clay tiles, and the roof is distinctive, because of the old recycled, hand made village tiles. There is a modern western style bathroom attached, with running hot and cold water. The Gota is electrified. (Two young children can also be accommodated in this cottage.)

If you are in the mood for company here is where is it all happens, this is also the dinning area complete with a barbecue pit. You will find comfortable chairs for lounging and chatting. The 'Bhum' for hot water is also located here. The notice board will bring you up to date with the latest news.

Name	Particulars	Amount (INR)
Accommodation	On a Twin share basis per person per day including all meals	1250.00
Accommodation for Children	Two can be accommodated in the Gota or the Kadaba only, per child per day [Ages 6 to 12]	500.00