Visalam
Chettinad
This 70-year-old mansion has been lovingly restored to offer atmospheric guest accommodation. Grand, elegant and art deco-inspired much of the original character of this home has been retained, including its lofty ceilings and polished floors. The guest rooms are spacious and airy with period teak furniture and soft furnishings made by local handloom weavers. There's a pretty garden and terraced pool, and anyone intrigued by Chettinad's unique cuisine can take part in an interactive kitchen session.
Leisure: Swimming pool, Ayurvedic treatments, library, cookery lessons
Rooms: 15 rooms & suites
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Visalam, Chettinad
Property set in manicured gardens
Spacious double room
Twin room with traditional furnishings
Inner courtyard
Games room
Relax on the terrace
Rooms set along the balcony
Dine in the garden...
... or by the pool
Roof terrace
Outdoor pool