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Located in the Western Ghats, Windermere Estate is a perfect retreat to explore the beautiful green tea hills of Munnar. This 18-room boutique hotel is well positioned for fabulous views of the surrounding countryside.
Highlights
Warmly greeted by Dr Simon and his wife who bought the 60-acre cardamom plantation in 1990s and live on the estate
A lovely swimming pool
Perched 1600m above sea level does mean that clouds and rain are more common than the rest of India
Ideal retreat for walkers and nature-lovers
When to visit
After a walk through the spice plantations I enjoyed relaxing on my private terrace taking in the fantastic views.
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Windemere Estate is set in Munnar, part of the Kerala Hill Country in southern India, situated at the confluence of three mountain streams - Mudrapuzha, Nallathani and Kundala in the Western Ghats.
13-hour flight (1 change) to Cochin International Airport. The drive to Windermere Estate from the airport takes around 3-hours.
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Perfect after an afternoon of tea tasting you will enjoy an afternoon walk with the Windermere’s staff and learn about the importance of this spice in Indian cuisine as well as its health benefits.