Tucked away in Fort Cochin is Eden Garden, a homestay that lives up to its name in every way. Upon entering this 260-year old home, youre welcomed by a large pond, which is filled with vibrant fish and bright, green foliage. A man-made waterfall cascades in the background as birds chirp along, cheerfully.
The home is maintained with a lot of care and love by the Cyprians, who are one of the oldest families in Fort Cochin. The Cyprians history, here, can be traced back to over 400 years. So, who else could be better suited in giving visitors real insight about the place? Eden Garden has been operating as a successful homestay for the last two years, receiving many repeat clients. This is largely due to the personalised attention given to guests by Mel Cyprian and his wife, Judith. Its easy to see why their guestbook is overflowing with rave reviews in countless languages. The guests unanimously fall in love with Judiths cooking, particularly her famous Appam. Mels Father, Tony is a retired naval officer, and hes filled with stories about Fort Cochins history. Hes a great resource for travellers and can help people experience the best of this small, sleepy region. The homestay has three spacious guest rooms that are bathed in sunlight and offer calming views of their beautiful, fish pond. The home is enveloped by fruit-bearing trees, herbs, spice plants that are a testament to Tonys green thumb. The greenery within the complex keeps it cool, a welcome respite from Keralas sultry climate. The Cyprians are proud of the towns secular character, and point out that churches, mosques, temples are within walking distance of the homestay.
With a home thats simply divine, and a history that dates back to over 4 centuries, the Cyprians are more than just your hosts in Fort Cochin. They are true ambassadors of Kerala.
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