Evaans Casa Homestay | Lake-view Rooms

The main USP of Evaans Casa Homestay (ECH) is that it is on the banks of the backwaters Punnamada Lake. You literally take a boat to get there. The car park for instance is about 2 km away on the water way. Once you get there, you feel like you are in a different world. From out in the spacious and tastefully designed 1st floor balcony/ verandah, you watch houseboats, shikaras and smaller catamarans whiz by as people go about their lives here. WHAT I LIKED It is quiet too. Whatever noise does comes through is from the boats which pass by every now and then. Other than that, the loudest noise will hear is a villager listening to music on speakerphone. In late September, there was a pleasant breeze pretty much throughout the day though you will sleep better with the AC and/ or fan inside. So ECH makes for a very interesting alternative to the more expensive, more lavish, houseboats. That being said, this is a homestay, i.e. not a Hotel and not a Resort. Resort is a term used very loosely in the backwaters, as is Lake View. There are properties which literally have a room window over looking the water, which call themselves lake view and charge more money. So the fact that you can sit on the verandah and enjoy the views or do something together with a partner or group here says a lot. The property also has pretty solid views from a small patio at the back, this time of lush green paddies. The host Jackson is good company and very knowledgeable. He not only helped us understand the history, culture and economy of the area but also helped us plan activities and trips. Again, this being a homestay, the food is home made. It was a tad expensive for my taste but wholesome and delicious. The cook does the local Kerala cuisine very well. We did not try anything else food-wise. The toilet is modern, tasteful and well-appointed with running hot and cold water 24/7. WHAT I SPIKE ECH is a relatively new property and a work in progress, so the interiors need some work. The cot was short for my 6 foot frame by almost 8 inches. I didn't open one of my suitcases much because there wasn't anything to put my bags on. The interiors feel because the rooms are large and generously so. A few properly chosen pieces of furniture can fix this. The room I stayed in definitely could also use some sound deadening for the door and full height windows both of which are glass. Perhaps thick curtains. SUMMING UP It was a unique experience, one that I would happily repeat, albeit hopefully when the planned upgrades have happened.

The best homestay in Alleppey, without a second thought. The location is amazing, right by the backwaters. The rooms are clean, the air conditioning is on-point (which is something you might want to pay heed to), the front deck is a perfect spot for chilling, while watching boats go by. Jackson, the owner, is the finest man you'll meet. He makes sure his guests are well-catered to. Evaan's maintains hotel-like standards at a homestay. The food is home-cooked and right at the top of what you'll find throughout Kerala. I recommend the Karimeen, which I thought was the best. The helper is a sweet, really hardworking man; he'll take your heart away. The property is a short boat ride away from the main road, which makes the experience a bit more exciting. I'd also recommend you ask for Arun (another fine gentleman) for a shikara ride around the lake. A must stay!

We booked 2 rooms and Jackson was so kind to us, we had 3 meals and it was very good homely cooked food especially the non-veg dinner was amazing! Best Staycation and very private, you can relax in the balcony overseeing the Shikaras and house boats passing since the place is located in one of the few main place in Alleppey. Very refreshing staycation and we'd chill in the balcony, have good food prepared by Jackson's mum. The property even had a garden behind with a bamboo shaft with paddy field view which was calm and peaceful.

We had a truly wonderful stay at Evaans Casa Homestay. The property was clean, peaceful, and beautifully maintained—perfect for a relaxing getaway. A special thanks to Jackson, the caretaker, who went above and beyond to make us feel at home. He was always available, extremely polite, and ensured every small detail was taken care of. His warm hospitality made our experience even more memorable. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a comfortable and homely stay!