Dear fellow travelers, The review entitled "All round excellent homestay!" does an excellent job painting an accurate picture for the homestay with Maria and Zac. So please be sure to reader it in conjunction with our review! Maria and Zac are a charming, sophisticated, and gracious couple that welcomed us whole-heartily into their lovely and spacious home. Having traveled extensively... More

My husband and I spent 3 weeks travelling in Kerala and Tamil Nadu and arranged 3 homestays through Mahindra Homestays. We enjoyed all 3 but Tharavadu was definitely our favourite because Zac and Maria exemplify the spirit of homestays - they genuinely welcomed us into their home and gave of their time as well as their hospitality to share something... More

When I had booked this homestay, honestly I was unsure. I had never stayed at a homestay before and I had lot of apprehensions. But what a stay it turned out to be!! I can say with lot of affection (and on behalf of my family) that we now have a family in Alleppey! Uncle and Aunty are so nice!... More