Experience the warmth of a Kodava-inspired home and hospitality, surrounded by the pristine beauty of coffee plantations, age-old rainforests, Shola grasslands, waterfalls and wildlife corridors. Soak in the serenity of nature in every moment.

Nestled in the heart of the Western Ghats, amidst the 128-acre Poomaale Estate in Coorg, the Blyton Bungalow is an environment-friendly villa with rooms overlooking the coffee forests of the estate.

A paradise for nature lovers, this guest house in Coorg offers a variety of activities for visitors, including nature walks, jungle hikes, treks, bonfire nights or simply stargazing! Whether you are looking for a quick weekend getaway, a long rejuvenating work vacation or simply learning about the art of growing coffee, the Blyton Bungalow is the perfect coffee estate stay in Coorg.

Nature walks are one of the most common and loved activities at the estate. Once you’ve stepped into Poomaale the naturalist in you automatically takes charge. We have had guests’ fear of unknown creatures turn into curiosity, and kids who scurried away from bugs start to observe them. People also try to recognise the birds with their calls and always connect the newfound pieces of knowledge with their existing ones to understand nature a little better.

Our in-house naturalist at Blyton Bungalow, Albin, accompanies guests during nature walks and makes sure they slow down to not miss out on interesting things that unfold in front of us that we often overlook.

Being connected to a diverse landscape, the Blyton Bungalow is the perfect station for the adventurer in you. You can go for numerous hikes and treks around the estate (Tadianmol, Nalaknad Palace, Iguthappa Temple and more), cycle in Naladi village, forage for meals in and around the farm with guidance from Blyton’s cook Ravi, learn how natural farming is applied on large scale, go bird-watching and indulge in some nature photography, trek to the waterfalls and take a dip in the fresh streams – the activities are endless! Your visit to the Blyton Bungalow is as adventurous as you make it.

The design of this guesthouse in Coorg was inspired by the architecture of the traditional Kodava style Ainmanes which are the ancestral homes of the Kodava people (natives of Coorg).

Blyton Bungalow is a 6-bedroom guest house, with 2 family suites and 4 double occupancy rooms. Room 5, which has an internal mezzanine floor, seems to be the favourite of kids! These rooms are tucked in cosily within a bunch of indoor and outdoor common spaces like balconies, sit-outs, courtyards and front yards.

The Poomaale Estate spills the coffee vibe right from the get-go! It is a perfect stay in Coorg not just for nature lovers but also for coffee lovers. This rainforest of the Western Ghats extends into the wilderness zone of The Poomaale Estate and is a great example of a rainforest thriving in tandem with a coffee plantation. This is largely due to the plantation having lots of fruit trees and native plants like peppers (especially the endemic and ancient black pepper), spices, oranges, cardamom, mangoes, figs, and avocadoes, interspersed across the estate.

A coffee estate stay in the lush hills of Coorg calls for a variety of events involving time with nature and exploring yourself with it. The Blyton Bungalow recently hosted two beautiful events – A Classical Hatha Yoga Retreat by Usha Murthyneni (a Beforest Member) and Astrophotography Workshop by Prathamesh Jaju. If you are planning to visit the Blyton Bungalow, perhaps syncing it with one of the upcoming events is a good way to make the most of your time here and connect with a diverse group of travellers in the lap of nature.

The day at the Blyton Bungalow undoubtedly starts with the sweet morning call of the Malabar whistling thrush followed by an early bird-watching session with the naturalist. Post the walk, the guests enjoy a hearty breakfast prepared in the common dining area. The guests are then free to go around the estate and explore the landscape or the various farming activities. If you are lucky you can even spot the endangered and endemic Nilgiri marten in the vicinity of the Bungalow, a sighting that a few of our guests were fortunate enough to experience.

The exploration is halted by a wholesome lunch, followed by another nature walk or trek, depending on the interests of the guests. Evenings are quite beautiful with guests interacting over barbeque and bonfire, evening coffee or indoor board games at the bungalow.