Beachfront vacation rentals in Chengannur

we were guests of this charming room with private bathroom just a stone's throw from the beach. In the morning we were pampered by Macedonian, tea and slices of bread. our guest then helped us with extreme kindness and care to find another accommodation as we wanted to extend the stay but our room was rented to others.

This was a really lovely place to stay, so peaceful, quiet and the beaches nearby were beautiful and mostly empty. Jeffin was a very helpful and attentive host and was always checking that everything was ok for us. We had a delicious breakfast every morning. I would most definitely stay here again and would highly recommend as it is a lovely place to come and relax

A fabulous place with an extremely accommodative host

John’s place is a beautiful quiet location with a big garden and palm trees right by the beach . It’s very chilled and relaxing to hang out there. The little houses we slept in were great with a porch and chairs to look out on to the water. The breakfast was traditional Indian food , very tasty with fresh juices every morning . The only thing I was missing was the yoga classes . His wife ( the teacher) wasn’t around . Maybe Christmas timings were the reason but I was a little disappointed because it’s called yoga retreat . Everything else was amazing with a secluded beach to ourselves and a good walk to allepey beach or a short tuckruck ride to Marari beach . John was very helpful with his suggestions and travel arrangements . I would definitely come again .

The place was super nice, right next to the ocean. Great facilities. Both Diphna and her mom were amazing hosts, always asked if we needed something, prepared amazing breakfast and also booked us a autorickshaw on our way out. They also provided 1 hour extra stay at the house as our train was a bit later. Overall highly recommended. Very warm hosts, and very nice place to relax and unwind

Melvin is an excellent host. He and his family are kind, attentive and lovely to be around. His place is great, exactly as you see in the photos, very clean, simple and comfortable- all you need! The balcony and dining area are great places to watch the sunset. Arthunkal beach comes alive in the evening when local youth play football, fishing boats line the shore and people gather to watch the sunset. The home cooked food was excellent, and Melvin and his wife were very helpful in providing meals that adhered to my dietary requirements (I had just finished 1 month of Ayurvedic treatment and was following dietary advice). Melvin was very helpful in providing local information. He introduced me to other travellers so that we could team up for a houseboat trip. He also personally took me to Marari beach on his bike as I am travelling solo, introduced me to friends of his there who could cook me lunch, and gave me access to a guest house with a bathroom as there are no public toilets on the beach. Excellent hospitality and kindness. Please note that both Arthunkal inparticular, and Marari beach, have quite a lot of rubbish. There were recent festivities on Arthunkal and I believe that in due course a clean up will be organised. As an Australian I'm a bit spoilt for beaches but I was disappointed by all the garbage and think travellers should be prepared for this. I also experienced upsetting harassment at Marari beach, which Melvins friend was very supportive and helpful with, but I would not recommend being solo female traveller here as you may get targeted and revieve a lot of unwanted attention (fully clothed, not even in a swimsuit!) and harassment. The water is beautiful and warm. The palm trees are lovely. There may be stretches of the beach less polluted but I didn't venture too far alone. Neither of these factors reflect on Melvin and the outstanding hospitality provided by him and his family. More of an FYI for travellers, particularly solo women. If you are looking for a place in Arthunkal beach I highly recommend Melvin and the homestay experience provided by him and his family.

My family had a lovely stay! The location is perfect. just a short walk to the beach, and the rooms are spacious and comfortable. The food (breakfast) was delicious and had a homely touch that made us feel right at home. It’s a great pick for both families and couples. Would love to stay here again for a longer visit!

Samson is a great host. His place is a quaint and awesome place on the beach itself. They took care of us very well and it was a great experience. Will surely go back

Wonderful location, had a memorable & cozy vacation. Served our purpose of just chilling & relaxed time off with no agenda :) Anisha and Sony are great host and their services offered always have a personal touch :) Will visit again, loved meeting Friday too :*

Best place to stay .

Nice peaceful stay

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It’s a lovely place to spend a few days just to get a break from the noise and the hassle of big cities

Beautiful place on the beach. We had dinner there which was delicious, while they do not serve alcohol they allowed us to bring our own and have it at dinner and on the beach. We were only there for one night so we did not leave and try to explore the area but the garden and beach area were lovely and peaceful so it was nice to just sit there. The room was spacious and the bathroom was beautiful with open air shower.

We had a wonderful time at Jesudas's place.He was extremely hospitable and was very flexible with the check in check out time. He gave a lot of local recommendations and helped us plan our itinerary. Mummy who stayed downstairs was warm and welcoming. Gave us a great cup of coffee and we had some great conversation with her. Such a sweet lady! Definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a cozy place near the Azhapuzha beach

We really enjoyed our stay with Dominic. We had some initial difficulties at the beginning but were able to sort them out quickly and were very satisfied in the end. The location is perfect and really only a jump away from the beach. Dominic is a relaxed and nice guy who recommended a few local things and organised a kayak tour during sunrise.

A great Kerala heritage place to stay at. Walkable distance from Maratikulam beach. Host made sure that we have a comfortable stay. I would definitely recommend it to all :)

Truly an authentic Kerala jungle/beach experience - with all that goes with such authenticity. Our party was warmly welcomed and generously cared for during the week we stayed with Abi and Minnie. We particularly enjoyed the food, lazing in the hammocks and sorties to Marari Beach.

Everything went fine and the place was worth to stay, but need some improvements in keeping essentials like a little fridge, microwave and drinking water facilities. One more thing to add is mosquito repellents like All-out or mortein in rooms as well. Overall i recommend this place.

Nice place to stay. Host was great and arranged local contacts for House boats. Great place to stay with family.

A really good stay if you're looking for something peaceful near Marari Beach. The place is surrounded by greenery, with neat and comfortable rooms. We were served breakfast and tea, which added a lovely homely touch. It's maintained by the host's parents, who were warm and welcoming. Just a heads-up, reaching the property was a bit tricky as the tuk-tuk couldn’t drive through the sandy path, so we had to carry our luggage a short distance. Overall, a calm and cozy stay amidst nature and perfect for a laid-back beach getaway.

Our stay at Sudheer’s place was absolutely fantastic! The accommodation was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. Sudheer was a wonderful host—very responsive, helpful, and made sure we had a comfortable experience. The location was convenient, making it easy to explore the area. We truly enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend it to others