Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall
Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall
Kuthupara - Sellyampara Road, Vellathooval, Kerala 685563, India
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Complete Route, Pit-Stop & Transit Guide: Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall, Munnar — Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall, Munnar
Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall · Munnar, Kerala From INR 1,800/night
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Key Takeaway: Travelling from Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall (Kuthupara - Sellyampara Road, Vellathooval, Kerala 685563, India, Munnar, Kerala, 685565) covers 162 km from Alleppey · 142 km from Kumarakom · 285 km from Trivandrum (4 hrs 15 mins from Kumarakom/Alleppey · 7 hrs from Trivandrum) via Alleppey / Kumarakom → Kottayam → Pala → Thodupuzha → Adimali → Anachal / Chinnakanal (MC Road / SH8 & NH85). Travellers combining Kerala's backwaters (Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam) or Southern Kerala beaches (Varkala, Kovalam, Trivandrum) with Munnar take the lush spice-and-rubber heartland route via Pala, Thodupuzha, Neriamangalam, and Adimali — turning right at Anachal/Munnar toward Chinnakanal.

Planning your journey from Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Munnar? The recommended corridor (Alleppey / Kumarakom → Kottayam → Pala → Thodupuzha → Adimali → Anachal / Chinnakanal (MC Road / SH8 & NH85)) covers 162 km from Alleppey · 142 km from Kumarakom · 285 km from Trivandrum in approximately 4 hrs 15 mins from Kumarakom/Alleppey · 7 hrs from Trivandrum. Best departure window: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM after houseboat check-out in Alleppey/Kumarakom to reach Chinnakanal in time for afternoon tea over the valley. Travellers combining Kerala's backwaters (Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam) or Southern Kerala beaches (Varkala, Kovalam, Trivandrum) with Munnar take the lush spice-and-rubber heartland route via Pala, Thodupuzha, Neriamangalam, and Adimali — turning right at Anachal/Munnar toward Chinnakanal. Once you arrive at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall, enjoy comfortable check-in, on-site parking, and direct rates (INR 1,800/night) on https://bookmystay.io/majorpaulshomstay.

Guest Rating
4.7/5 (15 reviews)
Rooms & Suites
3 Categories (3 Categories)
Check-In / Out
14:00 / 11:00
Direct Tariff
From INR 1,800/night

About Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall — Official Property Overview

Welcome to Major Pauls Homestay, an affordable haven on the way to Munnar. Our green building design ensures sustainability, while amenities like parking, a fully-equipped kitchen, and daily housekeeping ensure a comfortable stay. Enjoy outdoor activities, bonfires, and sports in our lovely garden. Our well-trained staff prioritizes safety with CCTV, fire alarms, and disinfectant cleaning. Conveniently located near Kuthupara - Sellyampara Road, Vellathooval, our homestay offers easy access to nearby landmarks and places. Start your day with a delicious breakfast, and take advantage of our free parking and private car service. We cater to all guests, with wheelchair-friendly facilities and card payment options. Experience a memorable stay at Major Pauls Homestay.

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★ #1 (Top Pick) Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall Kuthupara - Sellyampara Road, Vellathooval, Kerala 685563, India 4.7/5 (15 reviews) Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall (Munnar) — Road Trip, Route Map, Pit Stops & Transit Guide (162 km from Alleppey · 142 km from Kumarakom · 285 km from Trivandrum) · Official Best Rate Guarantee · Zero OTA Fees From INR 1,800/night →
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sreethish cv
sreethish cv
Verified Google Guest · May 2024
★★★★★ 5/5

“Amazing experience like never before. Awesome rooms, splendid location and huge property. Plenty of space for fun activity and insight trekking available at location. Plan your stay during monsoon and you will be shocked to see such unique property with private falls. The caretaker was super friendly and helped us a lot during our stay.”

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Aneesh Ks
Aneesh Ks
Verified Google Guest · Jun 2024
★★★★★ 5/5

“Very nice location,good rooms and service.we enjoyed very much thank you for a nice and memorable stay ..Excellent five star experience👍👍”

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Ananthi Ananthi
Ananthi Ananthi
Verified Google Guest · Jan 2024
★★★★★ 5/5

“Good service.. rooms very neat. Location view point and falls very very good. I am very happy. Aneesh brother arranged food super taste really happy. Continue ur service sir”

Aneesh
Aneesh
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★★★★★ 5/5

“Good service...rooms very good rooms Location view point and falls very good l am very happy Aneesh brother arranged food super”

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Vipin vt
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★★★★★ 5/5

“Very nice location, good rooms and good service. we enjoyed very much thank you for a nice and memorable stay.. Exellent five star experience 👍🏻👍🏻”

Sabarinathan Marudhachalam
Sabarinathan Marudhachalam
Verified Google Guest · Sep 2023
★★★★★ 5/5

“Adipoli experience....at much affordable cost...superb location with falls at backside of cottage.....thank you”

Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall — Complete Highway Route, Distance & Pit-Stop Guide

Verified route intelligence from Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall (Kuthupara - Sellyampara Road, Vellathooval, Kerala 685563, India, Munnar, Kerala, 685565) · GPS: 9.9907736, 77.0365331.

Road Distance
162 km from Alleppey · 142 km from Kumarakom · 285 km from Trivandrum
Driving Duration
4 hrs 15 mins from Kumarakom/Alleppey · 7 hrs from Trivandrum
Highway Corridor
Alleppey / Kumarakom → Kottayam → Pala → Thodupuzha → Adimali → Anachal / Chinnakanal (MC Road / SH8 & NH85)
Ideal Departure
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM after houseboat check-out in Alleppey/Kumarakom to reach Chinnakanal in time for afternoon tea over the valley
Navigation & Ghat Entry Tip: Travellers combining Kerala's backwaters (Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam) or Southern Kerala beaches (Varkala, Kovalam, Trivandrum) with Munnar take the lush spice-and-rubber heartland route via Pala, Thodupuzha, Neriamangalam, and Adimali — turning right at Anachal/Munnar toward Chinnakanal.

Step-by-Step Highway Waypoints, Ghat Checkpoints & Recommended Pit-Stops

Leg 1 · 55 km from Kumarakom (1 hr 20 mins) Well-Maintained State Highways across Central Travancore
Alleppey / Kumarakom → Kottayam & Pala Rubber Plantations

Transition from Vembanad Lake backwaters into rolling rubber, nutmeg, and pineapple estates around Kottayam and Pala.

Facilities & Stops: Authentic Syrian Christian & Kerala Sadhya Restaurants, Fuel Plazas, EV Chargers
Leg 2 · 105 km (2 hrs 35 mins) Scenic Foothill & River Highway Joining NH85
Pala → Thodupuzha → Oonnukal / Neriamangalam Bridge

Join NH85 near Oonnukal/Neriamangalam and pause at Cheeyappara and Valara Waterfalls as the climb into Idukki district begins.

Facilities & Stops: Waterfall Viewpoints, Fresh Fruit & Spice Counters, Rest Stops
Leg 3 · 162 km from Alleppey (4 hrs 25 mins) High-Altitude NH85 & Anachal–Chinnakanal Link Road
Valara → Adimali → Anachal → Chinnakanal Tea Valley

Take the Anachal–Sengulam route after Adimali to bypass central Munnar town and arrive smoothly at Chinnakanal.

Facilities & Stops: Spice Gardens, Elephant Park & Ripple Tea Outlets, Resort Check-In

Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall — Multi-Modal Transit Comparison (Road, Air, Rail & Bus)

Travel Mode Primary Hub / Route Total Travel Time Est. Fare / Cost Concierge Recommendation
Chauffeur-Driven Kerala Circuit Cab (Kochi → Munnar → Thekkady → Alleppey) Alleppey / Kumarakom Boat Jetty or Trivandrum Airport (TRV) 4 hrs 15 mins from Kumarakom · 2 hrs 45 mins from Thekkady (92 km) INR 3,500 – INR 5,000 point-to-point or multi-day package Bonus: If connecting between Munnar (Chinnakanal) and Thekkady/Periyar (92 km), the Nedumkandam – Udumbanchola – Chinnakanal spice highway starts right from Chinnakanal!
Train to Kottayam (KTYM) or Alappuzha (ALLP) + Scenic Hill Drive Kottayam Railway Station (136 km to Chinnakanal) 3 hrs 50 mins road transfer from Kottayam Cab INR 3,200 – INR 4,400 Kottayam is the closest railhead for travellers arriving from Southern Kerala (Quilon, Varkala, Trivandrum).

Rooms & Suites at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall — Specifications & Rates

3 Categories
Room top @ Room Dovn at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall, Munnar INR 1,800/night
King / Twin Bed · Up to 2 Guests

Room top @ Room Dovn

Room top @ Room Dovn with curated amenities and direct-booking benefits.

Premium at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall, Munnar INR 8,500/night
King / Twin Bed · Up to 15 Guests

Premium

Premium with curated amenities and direct-booking benefits.

Standard at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall, Munnar INR 2,500/night
King / Twin Bed · Up to 2 Guests

Standard

Standard with curated amenities and direct-booking benefits.

Room / Suite Category Area Configuration Max Occupancy Direct Starting Rate
Room top @ Room Dovn Standard Layout King / Twin Bed Up to 2 Guests (2A + 1C) INR 1,800
Premium Standard Layout King / Twin Bed Up to 15 Guests (15A + 1C) INR 8,500
Standard Standard Layout King / Twin Bed Up to 2 Guests (2A + 1C) INR 2,500

Munnar Stay Planning Matrix: Location, Amenities & Direct Booking Guide

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Location & Access · Kuthupara - Sellyampara
Address & Nearby Landmarks

Situated at Kuthupara - Sellyampara Road, Vellathooval, Kerala 685563, India, Munnar, Kerala, 685565, Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall offers 3 room and suite categories and convenient access to Ramaswamy Aiyar Headworks Dam (11.5 km), Fun Forest (13.4 km), Chunayamakkal WaterFalls Munnar (3.7 km), Dream Land Fun and Adventure (3.9 km).

Amenities & Dining
Verified Property Facilities

Guests staying at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall enjoy Kitchen, Breakfast Available. Book directly on https://bookmystay.io/majorpaulshomstay for verified room and rate options.

Direct Booking Value
Check-In (14:00) & Direct Rates

Standard check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. Direct reservations start from INR 1,800/night with instant confirmation and zero OTA convenience fees.

Recommended 3-Day / 2-Night Experience Itinerary at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall

Curated around Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall (Munnar) — Road Trip, Route Map, Pit Stops & Transit Guide (162 km from Alleppey · 142 km from Kumarakom · 285 km from Trivandrum) and verified on-site facilities in Munnar.

Day 1 · Arrival & Evening Unwind
Check-In, Garden Walk & Evening Bonfire / Recreation

Check in from 14:00 at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall. Settle into your room and the landscaped property grounds, join the evening outdoor activities/bonfire, and relax on property or explore local dining in Munnar.

Day 2 · Signature Feeder-City Road-Trip & Transit Guides Day
Local Sightseeing in Munnar & Property Leisure

Visit nearby highlights including Ramaswamy Aiyar Headworks Dam, Fun Forest, Chunayamakkal WaterFalls Munnar. Return to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall.

Day 3 · Morning Leisure & Departure
Morning Breakfast & Smooth Check-Out

Enjoy breakfast at Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall, complete check-out by 11:00.

On-Site Amenities & Proximity Guide — Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall

Verified On-Site Amenities & Facilities (24)

✓ Security Camera✓ Debit Card✓ 24 Hr Room Service✓ Outdoor Activities/sports/bonfire✓ Water saving Sinks✓ Employees Trained For cleaning✓ Luggage Cart✓ Daily House Keeping✓ Kitchen✓ Disinfectant Cleaning✓ Fire Alarm✓ Green Building Design✓ Common Area Cleaning✓ Guest Room Cleaning✓ Parking✓ Fire Extinguishers✓ Credit Card✓ Garden✓ Car Rental on Property✓ Free parking✓ Lawn✓ Wheelchair Friendly✓ Breakfast Available✓ Private Car Service

Nearby Landmarks, Dining & Points of Interest

Ramaswamy Aiyar Headworks Dam
Landmark
11.5 km
Fun Forest
Landmark
13.4 km
Chunayamakkal WaterFalls Munnar
Landmark
3.7 km
Dream Land Fun and Adventure
Landmark
3.9 km
Wonder Valley Adventure and Amusement Park
Landmark
5.0 km
Cinnamon Gardens Spices Plantation
Landmark
7.2 km
Anayirangal Dam & Reservoir Viewpoint
Landmark
1.1 km
Kolukkumalai Tea Estate & Sunrise Safari Base (Suryanelli)
Landmark
4.5 km

House Rules, Booking Policies & Stay Essentials

  • •Standard Check-In: 14:00 · Standard Check-Out: 11:00
  • •Early Check-In allowed subject to availability
  • •If cancelled within 3 days prior to check-in, 50% of total amount will be deducted. If cancelled within 6 days prior to check-in, 50% of total amount will be deducted.
  • •Pets are not allowed
  • •Smoking allowed
  • •Unmarried couples are allowed
  • •Govt. Id(s) not mandatory
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Frequently Asked Questions — Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall

Q1. What is the best route and travel time from Alleppey / Kumarakom / Trivandrum to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall in Munnar?

The best route from Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam & Trivandrum (Kerala Circuit) to Major Pauls Homestay | Affordable | On the way to Munnar with a private waterfall (Munnar) is via Alleppey / Kumarakom → Kottayam → Pala → Thodupuzha → Adimali → Anachal / Chinnakanal (MC Road / SH8 & NH85), covering 162 km from Alleppey · 142 km from Kumarakom · 285 km from Trivandrum in 4 hrs 15 mins from Kumarakom/Alleppey · 7 hrs from Trivandrum. Travellers combining Kerala's backwaters (Alleppey, Kumarakom, Kottayam) or Southern Kerala beaches (Varkala, Kovalam, Trivandrum) with Munnar take the lush spice-and-rubber heartland route via Pala, Thodupuzha, Neriamangalam, and Adimali — turning right at Anachal/Munnar toward Chinnakanal. Book your stay directly at https://bookmystay.io/majorpaulshomstay.

Q2. Are there any additional fees or taxes?

No additional cahrges

Q3. How do I make changes to my reservation?

You can call for any change requests for your reservation. A dedicated line will be shared with you post booking

Q4. Do you have a pool or fitness center on-site?

No Pool , but a small river stream is available near to the property

Q5. Are you couple friendly?

Yes, all guests regardless of race, cast, colour and creed are welcome to our property as long as they have valid ID cards :)

Q6. What types of rooms are available at your hotel?

We offer a variety of room types including standard rooms, deluxe rooms, suites, and family rooms.

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