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Rajakkad Estate

Palani Hills

History and tranquillity are the keynotes of this small garden hotel, a converted 18th century palace in the foothills of the Western Ghats. The central courtyard's flowering trees sleepily scent the air and the estate's garden, farm and coffee drying yard likewise gently demand a relaxed pace of life.
The extraordinary timber building is intricately constructed from beams, panels and screens. The guest rooms within are decorated simply and comfortably with contemporary furniture and embroideries, artworks and rugs gathered from all over India.

Leisure: Gardens, yoga, walks

Rooms: 7 rooms

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Rajakkad Estate
Rajakkad Estate
Traditional building
Traditional building
Simple twin rooms
Simple twin rooms
Private access to the gardens
Private access to the gardens
Comfortable interiors
Comfortable interiors
Shady inner courtyard
Shady inner courtyard
Traditional furnishings
Traditional furnishings
Seating in the rain pavilion
Seating in the rain pavilion
Pavilions in the garden
Pavilions in the garden
Cosy dining room
Cosy dining room
Explore the estate's gardens
Explore the estate's gardens
Enjoy stunning views
Enjoy stunning views
The house with terraced garden
The house with terraced garden

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