Pepper Trail is a charming property located in the Mangalam Carp Estate, a spice and coffee plantation belonging to the Western Ghats in Kerala. It has a 140-year old colonial bungalow that features two independent suites decorated with antique hand-picked furniture. The property also has two luxurious tree houses set on jackfruit trees, at an elevation of about 40 feet. Apart from these, Pepper Trail also has a restaurant, an herb garden and an ayurveda spa.
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Pepper Trail is a remarkably beautiful and peaceful property surrounded by plantations. The tree house offers a really unique experience. The suites are no less. They also offer great comfort along with an amazing colonial charm. The staff is very warm and they serve you great Kerala food. The wonderful surroundings allow you to have some pleasant walks while taking in the aroma of various flowers.
Located in a large estate of coffee and spice plantation, Pepper Trail is a delightful property that has a 140-year old colonial bungalow and two tree houses. The estate, called Mangalam Carp Estate, was bought by P. Balram Kurup, a pioneer in the cultivation of rare spices and odoriferous plants. With his diligence, the estate has now become home to exotic flora. The family’s third generation is now managing the property and they have kept its antique charm still intact.
The colonial bungalow called 'Pazhey Bungalaav' has been carefully renovated to embrace some modern touches without taking away the ethnic feel. The antiques and hand-picked furniture help to keep the colonial style alive. The bungalow has two independent suites. Also present in the property are two luxurious tree houses built on giant jackfruit trees, 40 feet above the ground. The restaurant offers a fine dining experience along with natural views. There is also an herb garden that adds to the charm of the estate.
Malabar Suite is an independent suite in the old bungalow having an antique four poster bed and an attached bathroom. The suite is slightly more modern.
Mackenzie Suite is also an independent suite in the old bungalow having an antique four poster bed and an attached bathroom. The suite is slightly more ethnic.
Woodpecker is one of the two tree houses built on a huge jackfruit tree, 40 feet above ground. The tree house can be reached through a walkway amidst coffee trees. It has a spacious bedroom, four poster bed, modern bathroom and a large outdoor space. The tree house offers complete privacy.
Hornbill is the second tree house which is also 40 feet above the ground. It is quite similar to Woodpecker.
