Overview
Nestled in the back-waters of the Vembanad lake with weaving canals and paddy fields lie the Golden Water Resort, Kottayam. Spread across a 17-acre waterfront, its an innovative resort with landscapes and waterscapes.
Constructed on stilts in the canals, the villas symbolize traditional Kerala architecture, twinned with bridges and rustic pathways. Designed with aesthetic interiors, 28 luxury cottages are accessible by foot or by boat or Vallam. It's a 5-star resort built for a comfortable stay.
An Ayurvedic centre specialized for traditional massages is guided by qualified physician or “Vaidyan”.
The new generation is often seen engaged in local games like trekking and pole line fishing. These recreational activities form a prime source for past time.
Golden Waters forms a heavenly destination nurtured by the beauty of nature. It is located just 10 kms from Kottayam, the nearest railway station. It takes about 2 hours by road and a swift 30 minutes by speed boat from Cochin. Thekkady is located about 115 kms away while Cochin ( Ernakulam) is located about 78 km away.
Dining Facilities
The Multicuisine Restaurant, Naalukettu offers a Buffet spread of Tandoor, Chinese and Indian spread with Continental or Seasonal cuisine. Both Non Vegetarian and Vegetarian meals for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are served at this restaurant.
Places of Interest
The places of Interest near the resort include:
- An Art & Antique Gallery which takes about 1 hr from the resort
- Kumarakam Bird Sanctuary which takes about 1 hr from the resort
- Mahadevar temple, Ettumannoor that takes about 2 hrs from the resort
- Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple that takes about 2 hrs from the resort
- Valiya Pally (Metropolitan Church) that takes about 2 hrs from the resort
- Thaneer Mukkam Bund that takes about 2 hrs from the resort
- Pathiramanal that takes about 2 hrs from the resort
- R.Block that takes about 2 hrs from the resort.
Facilities
Vaidyasala - the gateway to good health
Golden Waters is the ideal place for those seeking rejuvenation. Vaidyasala, the resort's ayurvedic centre consists of all the facilities to help those who suffer. Like ayurveda, the Kalari treatment, bears its origin in the age-old tradition. All forms of Kalari massages are available in this resort.
Kettuvallam - A magical experience
The resort offers an exotic stay on the large floating barges which formed the prime source of transport in the along the backwaters. Retaining the charm of the cocoon-shaped silhouette, the interior of the barge has been transformed into an elegant suite, complete with bedroom, living and dining area, toilet and kitchen.
The natural décor of the surroundings of the houseboat provide the ideal observation platform. The captivating rural lifestyle, underwater life, as well as the flora and fauna can be witnessed in a slow motion from the houseboat.
AccommodationM
The resort consists of 28 well-furnished cottages. The best approach to these cottages is on foot over the paved paths and rustic bridges. Superior rooms with private sitouts is located on either side of the canal. King sized beds with seating arrangements render the luxurious comfort. Tiled bathrooms are provided with various herbal amenities. The famous rice boat has been modified into a Houseboat to house one or two couples.
Recreation
Lots of fun and leisure facilities are offered at the resort. The recreational activities include visits to bird sanctuary, Ayurvedic treatment, nature walks, sightseeing tours, kettuvallam boat cruises, night fishing, rowing boat and water skiing.
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