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The White House
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Rear Patio Area
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Spacious villa set among palm trees with easy access but away from traffic. 8 minutes walk one way to the beaches, 8 minutes walk the other way to local amenities. On the ground floor is a large open plan living area and dining area with a large kitchen off. There is a double en-suite bedroom and also a separate wc. On the first floor there are three double en suite bedrooms, two of these have an adjoining terrace. There is a large family sit-out overlooking palm groves and private walled patios. Roof terrace. Strong boxes are located in each bedroom. Chef available. There is a private air conditioned people carrier with a driver available payment made locally. Transfer time from airport 25 minutes.
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Living / Dining area
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Family Sitout
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Rental periods |
Price per week |
| 1 April - 31 October 2008 |
£260 |
| 1 November 2008 - 31 March 2009 |
£400 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Changeover day
Flexible to be arranged at time of booking.
| Accommodation |
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| Bedrooms: |
All with ceiling fans, double beds and en-suite bathrooms. Hair dryers, strong boxes. |
| Bathrooms: |
Fully tiled wet rooms with wc, hot and cold showers, wash basin, shaver points. |
| Kitchen: |
Marble work tops, fridge-freezer, two ring gas burner, microwave-oven, toaster and electric kettle. |
| Living Rooms: |
Open plan with dining room with table, chairs, Lounge with settees, etc. Cable TV, DVD, and CD player. |
| Other: |
Veranda to rear bedrooms overlooking the forest. Large family veranda to side (see photo). |
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: |
Villa cleaned three times per week and also the linen and towels changed three times per week. Personal laundry and ironing by housekeeper at local rates. Starter pack of tea, coffee, milk, bread etc. |
Notes on accommodation
Marble floors throughout.
Solar panels for hot water, electric pump and automatic cistern refill.
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| hob/stove |
fridge/freezer |
microwave |
iron/ironing board |
| cable tv |
telephone |
room fans |
Outside
Private walled patio area with garden furniture. Surrounded by coconut palms.
Coast/Beach
All beaches within a few minutes walk. Some beaches quiet, others with cafes, shops etc.
Golf
There is a local 9 hole course in Trivandrum.
Travel
On arrival we will arrange for you to be met at Trivandrum airport and transferred to The White House (cost approx £8) where you will be met by our British house manager. He will be available to advise and to answer any queries throughout your stay.
Taxis and autorickshaws are plentiful and cheap.
Distances
Kovalam junction 8 minutes walk for ATMs, pharmacies, supermarket etc. ISD and internet services dotted all around.
Trivandrum airport 25 minutes. Trivandrum City 25 minutes drive for serious shopping. Varkala beach and cliffs for sunsets, 1 hour by train.
Further details
The "backwaters" for drifting in a houseboat along the inland lakes.
The nature reserves with their tropical birds, tea plantations, and large game parks in the Western Ghats.
The Ayurvedic massage and treatments for ailments, for which Kerala is famous, are widely available.
Dental and medical tourism is world class. Teeth whitening down the road very good, more serious treatments in Trivandrum. Try Kerala Institute of Medical Science (KIMS) in Trivandrum for executive check ups and medical work.
Booking notes
Non-returnable deposit of 30%, balance due 8 weeks before arrival.
Guest comments
From our guest book -
"House in great location and perfect base"
"Vanesh and his six seater car mightily recommended, he is a very safe driver and a perfect guide"
"Kala looks after the house very well and provides an excellent laundry service"
"The lady who cooks is a treasure, the food was absolutely excellent"
For booking and further information
Ed and Rosemary
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1843 821000
Email: Click here
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