Set in the sparkling hill station of Coorg, Cauvery Suites make for a ravishing stay experience

The property organizes sightseeing tours for guests based on request

The parking area and Wi-Fi are available for free of cost

The in-house kitchen serves a wide range of fantastic dishes

Location - Madikeri is a quaint hill station located amidst the lush greenery of the Western Ghats in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. The highlight of this hill station is the mesmerizing views of the mist-covered hills during the monsoon season, which is truly a sight to behold. The town also boasts of a rich history, with ancient temples, forts, and monuments that tell tales of its past. From sipping on freshly brewed coffee to trekking to the highest peak of the region, Madikeri offers a range of experiences that will leave visitors in awe of its beauty and charm.

Description- Cauvery suites is a family-owned and operated rustic little homestay located in the heart of Madikeri. The homestay has been in business since 2007, hence the host of this homestay has an exceptional understanding of guests’ expectations and they continuously strive to create a perfect abode for their guests.

This is a well-ventilated, spacious, and comfortable homestay that is carefully designed to cater to the varying needs of different guests. Its carefully curated features and high hygienic standards make it one of the highly-rated homestays in Coorg. 

The homestay offers 2 varieties of rooms to their guests namely a “deluxe double room” which is 280 sq. ft in size and a “deluxe triple room” which is 300 sq. ft. in size, each accommodating approximately 3-4 guests. These rooms feature multiple premium-quality amenities for guests to enjoy. Some of these amenities include.

• Queen-size beds
• Pillows
• Blankets
• Extra beds
• Dustbins
• Mirrors
• TV 
• Cable/satellite channels 
• Soundproof rooms 
• Fan 
• Wardrobe
• Drying rack for clothing 
• Iron 
• Desk 
• Sofa 
• Bathroom with hot/cold water
• Washing machine
• Torch

Apart from this, the Cauvery suites homestay considers the safety of their guests a high priority and thus has invested in quality safety infrastructure that promises a safe stay for all their guests. These features include the following.

• CCTV surveillance outside of the property
• CCTV surveillance in the common area
• Power backup
• Secure and free parking

Since an elderly couple manages this property they take care of their guests as if they are their children resulting in a homely accommodation experience. This makes this homestay a perfect abode for large or small groups of friends and families. 

A few things you can do-  Since the Cauvery suites are curated keeping in mind the needs of its diverse group of guests, the homestay has kept a few activities up its sleeves to entertain these guests.  The hosts of this homestay are friendly people who love having meaningful conversations with their guests which can offer you a glimpse into the life of the Kodagu people. The establishments also house a well-maintained beautiful floral garden that can also double as a play area. Here kids can play fun outdoor games like badminton, hopscotch, catch, and so on. Adults can also spend a fun evening lounging in the sitting area and enjoying a freshly brewed cup of Coorg coffee. 

Places to visit- As Madikeri is the more popular locality of the hill station Coorg, there are several tourist attractions located nearby. These places include a unique mix of nature spots, historical sites, religious institutions, adventure activities, etc so all kinds of travelers can find a place to visit that truly triggers their interest and curiosity. Some of these spots include the following.

• Thrilling Mandalpatti jeep ride 
• Dubare Elephant Camp
• Shower at Abbey falls
• Watch the sunset from Raja’s Seat
• Explore Kodagu history at Madikeri Fort
• Visit numerous coffee plantations
• Walk the Kote Betta trekking trail
• Go camping at Tadiandamol Peak
• Pray at the Omkareshwara Temple
• Experience divinity at Talacauvery & Bhagamandala temples
• Discover the natural habitat of Cauvery Nisargadhama
• Learn about Buddhism at Namdroling Monastery
• Spot exotic animals at Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
• Explore the Brahmagiri Hill trekking trail
• Chill at Harangi Backwaters
• Plan a picnic at Chiklihole Reservoir
• Go for an evening walk at Honnamana Kere Lake

How to reach- The way to Cauvery suites is a little time-consuming but perfect for those who love the journey. This homestay is 92 km from Kannur Airport & 113 km from Kannur train station. Hence whether you are arriving by airways or railways, you will have to arrange another form of transportation to reach this homestay. Luckily the Coorg KSRTC Bus Station is just 1.5km away from this homestay so you can directly catch a bus and arrive at your accommodation at a reasonable rate. Guests of this homestay can also opt to rent a car at the airport or railway station to arrive at Cauvery suites in a hassle-free manner.

Food and Beverages- The Cauvery suites homestay is notorious for the best and authentic homemade Coorg delicacies that they serve to all their guests. They have a well-curated breakfast and dinner menu with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options which go as follows.

Breakfast (Vegetarian option)

Monday- Otti served with Mixed Vegetable curry/Chutney

(Otti- Rice Roti a flatbread/roti prepared with cooked rice and rice flour )

Tuesday- Idly with Sambar & Chutney

Wednesday- Chapati with Mixed Vegetable curry

Thursday- Kadumbuttu served with Mixed Vegetable curry

(Kadumbuttu- Steamed Rice balls which is a traditional Coorg dish)

Friday- Upma/Uppit and chutney

Saturday- Dosa with Sambar & Chutney

Sunday- Idly with Sambar & Chutney

Breakfast (Non- Vegetarian option)

Monday- Otti served with Chicken curry/Egg curry

(Otti- Rice Roti a flatbread/roti prepared with cooked rice and rice flour )

Tuesday- Idly with Chicken curry

Wednesday- Chapati with Chicken curry

Thursday- Kadumbuttu served with Chicken/Egg curry

(Kadumbuttu- Steamed Rice balls which is a traditional Coorg dish)

Friday- Otti/Omelette/scrambled egg

Saturday- Dosa with Chicken curry

Sunday- Idly with Chicken curry

Dinner 

Main Course- Ghee Rice, Chapati, Nool Puttu (Rice Noodles), string hoppers made out of Thari rice (broken rice), and White Rice

Curry/Gravy-  veg options include Mixed Vegetable Curry and Beans Curry while the non-vegetarian options include Chicken Curry as well as Mutton Curry.

Dry Item/Pallya- veg options include Cabbage Pallya, Beetroot Pallya, Cauliflower Pallya, Beans pallya, Curd, and Pickle while the non-vegetarian options include Chicken Kabab, Mutton Fry as well as Fish Fry.

After a few days of indulging in these authentic home-cooked meals, guests can also plan a fun cheat meal at nearby restaurants which are as follows.

• Mu's Pizzeria is present at a 14 min walking distance
• Udupi the Veg  at a 12 min walking distance
• Sri Ambika Upahar  at a 14 min walking distance
• Silver Oaks - Hotel Coorg International  at a 4 min walking distance

Interesting Spots- The central location of Cauvery suites in Madikeri opens up possibilities to visit various interesting spots present nearby. The accessibility to many of the fun and entertaining acts is an advantage to guests of this homestay. Places such as Nagarhole National Park, Choci Coorg shop, Devaragundi Falls, and Budikote are present within 0.75 miles of this homestay. Other nearby attractions include the following.

• Madikeri Fort  at a distance of 2.2 km
• Raja Seat at a distance of 2.3 km
• Abbi Falls at a distance of 5.1 km
• Omkareshwara Temple at a distance of 2.2 km 

Enjoy the View- This cozy little homestay provides the most aesthetic view from the wide balconies available in their rooms. Guests have the option to choose between the city view or the garden view as per their preference, but needless to say, both of them are equally beautiful.

Housekeeping-  The Cauvery suites have maintained their desirable reputation by offering top-notch services to their guests. The staff here are multilingual and thus are fluent in English, Hindi, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil. Some of the services guests can expect during their stay here are as follows.

• Housekeeping
• Wake-up Service
• Room service
• In-room breakfast
• Packed lunches
• Dry cleaning
• Ironing facilities

On-site Support available-  The hosts and staff at Cauvery suites don’t shy away from providing on-site support of the highest quality to their guests. The multilingual staff here is well-trained in understanding the concerns of different kinds of guests and providing helpful solutions to them. Some of such helpful services offered here are as follows.

• Caretaker
• Airport shuttle
• Valet parking
• Car rentals