Shembaga Vilasam,Pethamaickannur Road, Samuthur Village, Pollachi 642123, Tamil Nadu
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A visual treat for the visitor. Floral chettinad tiles in combination with the pillars, carved teak frames, living room filled with antique furniture and figurines, dining area with timber ceiling, hand picked armoires, rooms with flaunt antique beds.

Enjoy a walk in the mornings when many spot peacocks along the walk into the farms. Guests can walk or have a ride in a bullock cart through the narrow lanes of the village of Samathur; one can stop to visit a craftsman's home or a village temple or just to catch some village small talk. Shenbaga vilasam radiates peace which not be found anywhere else.

No.of rooms: Four. A/c.
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Double beds. With attached bathroom.
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Coffee / Tea served at the dining room.
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Mosquito proofed
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Laundary service available
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Unique Experience:  Farm house
Shenbaga Vilasam is decorated with family heirlooms and the antique collectibles that the family has acquired over the years. It is indeed a visual treat for the visitor. The four rooms at Shenbaga Vilasam, named after the women of the household, - Manickam, Maruthapusham, Radhamani, Jaya. Each room has been designed with comfort in mind.

Shenbaga vilasam, is nested in the midst of hundreds of acres of farmland where even Today active farming is practiced. The beautiful mountains act as a magnificent backdrop And the coconut plantations here and there add to the beauty. The farm that surrounds the House also has many cows. Some of the daily needs of the kitchen are indeed procured Internally.

Cusine: Only vegetarian food served.

Sandhai Stroll :
Sandhai is a village market and it is a time when the actual producer of many things comes in contact with the ultimate consumer without any Middlemen. It is held on a particular day of the week in certain locations. A visit to this market place is suggested as one truly experiences the real Indian in her exotic best.

Village walk or cart ride:
Guests can walk or have a ride in a bullock cart through the narrow lanes of the village of Samathur. The quaint village has simple lined homes and one can stop to visit a craftmans home or a village temple or just to catch some village small talk.

Experience the crafts:
India is a land which is rich in its craft cultures and traditions. Every region or even village has its one crafts culture. Even today one can witness many of these, and the village of Samathur and other villages have a lot to offer. One can see weaving of saree's, making of baskets, stone sculpture, terracotta and pottery, palm leaf crafts, garland making and many other crafts.

Experience the crafts
India is a land which is rich in its craft cultures and traditions. Every region or even village has its one crafts culture. Even today one can witness many of these, and the village of Samathur and other villages have a lot to offer. One can see weaving of saree's, making of baskets, stone sculpture, terracotta and pottery, palm leaf crafts, garland making and many other crafts.

The Agri - Culture
The only occupation or livelihood that is termed as a culture itself. And Shenbaga Vilasam offers a guest the chance to see it in the real way in many ways according to the season and time of the year. One can see coconut plantations, paddy fields, vanilla farms, tea or coffee gardens, beatle leaf plantations and a host of other crops and cultivations depending on the time of the year. The guest has the opportunity to interact with the simple farm worker or to just see our daily consumables being grown.

Spiritual journey
Shenbaga Vilasam, has been a place where many saints have come and gone. According to many the place has an energy or aura attached to it. For the Seeker, we can arrange a visit to the 700-year-old ancient shrine of Lord Choleshwara and Goddess Shenbagavalli in the village of Samathur. The temple has been worshipped and maintained by the vanavarayars for centuries and has a charm of its own.

The visit to the palakkad fort, a rice farm and an antique store
Tthis half a day tour into kerala will take you two the famed fort ( 1766) of Tippu Sultan in Palakkad and then to the rice farm which cultivates the 2500 year old Navara rice & finally to a store that sells antiques.

Some Truly Indian Experiences
Some more ways in which you can become one with the culture or way of life.
Astrology - with a parrot or an experienced astrologer.
Interaction with an historian to get to know about the land and its greatness.
Listen to some classical or folk music.
Visit to a local industry to get to know the modern face of India.
Visit to a heritage home or a palace.
Ayurvedic treatment.
Get invited into a simple farm home for a traditional meal.
A lesson into of south Indian cuisine.
Witness an enthralling folk dance - Kollattam.

Shenbaga Vilasam is located at Samathur Village, Pollachi that is 60 kms from Coimbatore airport & 200 kms from Cochin airport. Nearest Railways Station- Pollachy Railway Station

Pollachi town is about 40 Kms from Coimbatore on the way to Parambikulam - Aliyar Project. Next to Coimbatore it is the leading town of the district and an important commercial centre. Pollachi is a town and a municipality in the Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, India. Pollachi is the nearest town to Indira Gandhi National Park and it exports coconuts and tender coconuts to all over India. It has a big market for agricultural products, which is the main occupation of India. Jaggery Market in Pollachi is Asia's largest jaggery market.

Nearest Tourists Destinations

Palani - 64 Kms from Pollachi
A major pilgrimage centre, Palani is situated on the edge of the great Vyapuri tank. Palani is a municipality in Dindigal district, located about 60 Kms from Dindigal. This temple draws more than 7 million devotees every year to offer their prayers to Lord Muruga.

Valparai -44 Kms from Pollachi
Valparai is one of the attractive scenic tourist spots in Tamil Nadu. It is located above 3,500 feet from the sea level on the Annamalai mountain range. It is a town located on the Western Ghats, 105 km away from Coimbatore.

Top Slip - 37 Kms from Pollachi It is a picturesque location in the Anamalai Hills. This small town is an ideal picnic spot. Arrangements are available at Top slip to take tourists around the Sanctuary on elephant back or by van.

Ooty
An exotic hillstation -90 Kms away from Shenbaga Vilasam

Madurai
Temple town of historical significante, which is 214 Kms away

Ernakulam
A town strategic, historical and cultural relevance is 120 Kms away

No. of Rooms:                     4 
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Category of Rooms:            A/C Regular Rooms
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Plans:    (APAI)                 Summer                                Winter                
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Rack Rates:                         Rs. 10000/-                            Rs. 10000/-
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*Summer:   April 2011- October 2011   Winter:   November 2011 - March 2012

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