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About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Little Chembaka in Kumarakom offers a country house with a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out services, a 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking. Comfortable Amenities: The property features air-conditioning, private bathrooms with baths, tea and coffee makers, and river views. Additional amenities include a dining area, refrigerator, free toiletries, and a TV. Local Attractions: Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is an 18-minute walk away, while Cochin International Airport is 44 mi distant. Nearby attractions include Vaikom Mahadeva Temple (8.7 mi) and Alleppey Lighthouse (20 mi). Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate Little Chembaka for its sailing, boating, tour service, and convenience for nature trips.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andrea
    Canada Canada
    Genuinely friendly and caring people working here. Room and property were great. Food was outstanding!
  • Rahul
    India India
    Beautiful room, friendly staff and amazing food cooked to order. Located right on the backwaters so it was fun taking a kayak out as well. A really nice place to relax and unwind.
  • Aritra
    United States United States
    Little Chembaka is named after the flower Chembaka (Champak in English, Swarna Champa in Bengali). Just like the wonderful smell of the delicate flower, this place evokes a charm on you as you step in. It is managed by wonderful people who are...
  • Gil
    Israel Israel
    great location right on the water , great local foods , interesting conversations with the owner and we got to take their kayak out to explore the backwaters
  • Dan
    Israel Israel
    The best homestay ever we had in India. While minimalistic in style, it got everything a guest needs, designed in a creative & thoughtful way. It's very clean & cozy. The surroundings are beautiful. The canal, the small garden, the boats...
  • Mima2017
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Incredible experience! The staff made our stay memorable. We enjoyed the cooking sessions - a chance to share experiences while talking to interesting people and learning about Kerala cuisine. Highly recommend!
  • Prudence
    Australia Australia
    A gorgeous place to stay where we had the most delicious meals conjured up by Sanu and Jes and a wonderful backwater cruise for 3 hours late afternoon on their own boat. The boys are delightful to chat with and are extremely generous. We hope...
  • Natasha
    India India
    We had a wonderful one night stay here! It’s a cute one bedroom cottage right on the backwaters and has a lovely garden in front. The bed was super comfy and WiFi was great. And the food… prepared with so much love and care by the host Jes, these...
  • Paramita
    India India
    Everything … starting from welcoming us with their beautiful smiles & the last goodbye with a tight hug - it is the best property to come when you are thinking about backwaters and when you want to feel and experience it in the local way - their...
  • Edna
    Israel Israel
    Everything was perfect.a beautiful location on the water,a modern equipped room but most of all Jes and the staff who were exceptional. Jes was a friend in minutes and hosted us including a delucious chef meal. This is not just a stay .it is an...

Managed by GOVOYAGE HOPITALITY PRIVATE LIMITED

Company review score: 9.8Based on 81 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company info

Our story started with a bunch of passionate folks, all on a mission to give travellers a real taste of local life by hooking them up directly with locals. As we kept going, more like-minded souls joined us, adding their own flair and skills to our gang. Together, we've created a fantastic place full of creativity and new ideas, where everyone's thoughts and dreams are totally welcome! At GoVoyage, we believe in embracing diversity and welcoming those who share our dreams and aspirations. We beckon the dreamers, the believers, and the seekers of a higher purpose, to unite with us and create something truly extraordinary. Our gates stand wide open, inviting individuals who yearn to make a difference and weave their destinies into the fabric of our shared vision.

Property info

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams! Little Chembaka was started by a group of passionate people who live in the backwaters of Kerala and want to make lasting connections between travelers and the local people. We have a one-bedroom villa, a shared dining place, and a group of fun-loving locals. The small canoes and kayaks at our location make sure that you will get a chance to explore the narrow canals through which the bigger boats and houseboats can't cruise. You will have plenty of options to be with the locals while enjoying small activities hosted by the neighboring- people. If you are a person who likes to interact with locals and values the idea of sustainable travel in changing local people's lives, Little Chambaka is a place for you!

Neighborhood info

Our neighborhood is a tranquil place with serene views of the backwaters around. Once you are here, you can meet the local people with warm smiles, know more about their livelihood and explore about their ways of living. You can take part in a village walk, learn local handicrafts, do fishing or have a visit to a nearby market and city.

Languages Spoken

English,Hindi,Tamil

Area info

House rules

Little Chembaka takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Little Chembaka of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.