Villa Urvinkhan

Propped high atop a coffee plantation draped hill, the luxury homestay, Villa Urvinkhan offers 5 luxurious cottages only. These are tucked in tiers in the middle of a 400 acres estate, camouflaged by thick undergrowth. The plantation is one of the first in the regions and has witnessed the trajectory of coffee in Chikmagalur since the 1800s. A chat with the owner about the history is great to orient yourself to plantations in Chikmagalur. Shwetha and Sunil’s determination to provide the most lavish yet homely stay in the city is corroborated by an infinity pool surrounded by the cottages, exquisite aesthetics like fireplaces, restored antique furniture and a delicious spread of homemade food supervised by the lady of the house herself. It is not uncommon to have guests come to Villa Urvinkhan and decide not to step out at all. Many of them just want to sit with a good book in the loungers, with the aroma of Arabica coffee wafting through the plantation. A swim in the pool and brilliant meals are ample for rejuvenation during the holiday. Those who are interested in infusing the holiday with some activities can step out for birdwatching or cycle through the sinuous steel grey roads around.