Bougainvillaea

Prem and Anu Mahbubani are your warm hosts in the bright, picturesque bungalow – Bougainvillaea. The Mahbubani family live in their own private portion of this extensive property. A common family passion for flowers inspired the name of the bungalow. True to its name, ‘Bougainvillaea’ is surrounded by a riot of colour, sparking and strewn on carpets of emerald green around the house. Over six variants of the colourful leaves of the Bougainvillaea creeper along with a host of other flowering plants compliment the prettiness of the bungalow’s facade.

Prem has been in Coonoor for over 40 years and has an in depth knowledge of this and surrounding destinations. His charming wife, Anu, is a home maker and is also actively involved in social causes.

The Mahindra homestay, Bougainvillaea, nestles in quiet splendour against one of Coonoor’s many hill sides. A turn off the main road reveals a two storied bungalow, with appealing lemon and white stone railings. The first floor portion of Bougainvillaea is the homestay area. Pause at the front door for your first spectacular view of the majestic ranges of the Western Ghats. Every area of this bungalow reflects comfort, sparkle and space.

The Mahbubani family is largely vegetarian, and love to socialize with their guests. Do try some of their Sindhi specialties whilst you are there. They recommend a vegetable omlette or Koki – Dahi for breakfast. Some of their lunch / dinner recommendations are Sindhi Kadhi, Sayi Bhaji, Sindhi Pullav and Seyal Bhindi Aloo.

• A Bonfire night and dinner on the lawns hosted by your guests once during your stay.
• A Carom board for some indoor fun.
• If you feel like some pampering, the family can take you to a holistic spa close by.
• Being strategically located, you can enjoy pleasant treks to some of the scenic spots.

• Ample and well secured car park.
• Plush and tastefully decorated lounge, complete with fascinating sketches of old Coonoor as well as paintings on glass.
• Lounge area leading to a most delightful sit out, where you can sit for hours on a sofa type swing, listening to bird songs and taking in the marvelous colours of nature, which change as the day progresses on.
• Separate dining area
• A well equipped kitchen is complimented by a most pleasant and helpful caretaker, who will take care of your every need.
• Lawn and landscaped rock garden – relax with a book or just do nothing at all.
• All three double bedrooms have their own baths, two of them attached.
• Special teas, juices and essential oils on sale at best rates.