Era Luxury Resort Munnar
A serpentine road winds through expanses of tropical evergreen, semi-evergreen forests and ‘Sholas’, the local name for patches of stunted tropical montane forests found in the valleys and undulating grasslands that drape the higher reaches of the Western Ghats mountains around Munnar. Gradually climbing higher, the bracing air begins to clear lingering memories of the plains below, an intense communion with nature that ERA has on offer, begins here. Down below, the river Periyar flows between the mountains and the route passes a network of dams and their scenic reservoirs fringed by dense forests.
Leading off the highway, a dirt track with clusters of shrub and rustic houses on either edge leads to the resort. ERA is comprised of exquisitely designed and furnished twin floor independent cottages arrayed in an arc beneath a clump of towering trees. Set along a hill slope descending towards a valley, the cottages all offer spectacular views of the valley below and through the lush vegetation, glimpses of the surrounding mountaintops. The canopy of trees casts dappled pools of light on a delightfully landscaped garden with a profusion of endemic vegetation and neat rows of beautiful flowers.
A forked path leads downwards from the reception to the resort’s pool and another that extends past the entrances to the cottages – deluxe, pool and jacuzzi villas, once again bifurcating to descend towards the resort’s pool, restaurant and climbing to a ridge on the hilltop. Here, an exhilarating view from a deck presents itself, an expansive theatre of nature’s moods, looking over the forests and mountains receding towards the horizon.
Gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, flitting butterflies, mellifluous birds riding the alluring crests and troughs of a breeze, seasons arrive and depart, an era is in progress.
Accomodation
ERA Resort in Munnar offers luxurious accommodations amidst lush greenery and serene surroundings. Perfect for nature lovers, it features modern amenities, spacious rooms, and breathtaking views of tea plantations. Guests can enjoy activities like trekking, bird watching, and campfires. ERA Resort ensures a rejuvenating and memorable stay in the heart of nature.
Deluxe cottages
The deluxe cottages are situated in blocks that comprise of twin floors. Painted in earth toned hues of brick and mud with sloping roofs, the deluxe cottages are intimate and yet offer a sense of space. Equipped with all requisite amenities and furnished with double beds, soft fabrics and minimalistic furniture, the decor is an extension of the surroundings, a pallet of brown veneer panels and floors, large windows and diaphanous curtains, balconies that look out at scenic views of the surrounding trees, the garden and valley below.
Jacuzzi villas
Equipped with all requisite amenities and furnished with double beds, soft fabrics and minimalistic furniture, the decor seeks inspiration from the surrounding landscape’s delightful palette composed of brown veneer panels and floors. The villas are exquisite invitations to indulgence where guests could opt to sink into the sumptuous furnishings, elegant and functional furniture, explore the numerous delights of nature outside and then luxuriate in the warmth of an exclusive Jacuzzi.
Private Pool Villas
Set across two floors and equipped with all requisite amenities, the pool villas are the epitome of luxury, furnished with double beds, soft fabrics and minimalistic furniture. The decor is an extension of the surroundings, a pallet of brown veneer panels and floors. Expressions of languid elegance, the living areas in the villas stretch out towards scenic balconies and a flight of stairs that lead below to an exclusive pool. Set low beside large windows, the views from the pools in all villas are stunningly beautiful, embracing the canopy of trees overhead, glimpses of the valley below and the surrounding mountains.
Facilities
Era Munnar Resort offers a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation with its top-notch amenities. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the sparkling swimming pool, indulge in exciting indoor games, or let your little ones have fun at the children’s play area. It’s a delightful retreat for all ages.
Swimming pool
Indoor games
Children’s play area
Multi-cuisine restaurant
Places to visit
Munnar, Kerala, is a captivating hill station known for its tea plantations, misty mountains, and vibrant flora. Top attractions include Eravikulam National Park, Mattupetty Dam, Kundala Lake, and Echo Point. Visit Top Station for stunning views or Anamudi Peak for trekking. Munnar offers a perfect blend of nature, adventure, and tranquility.
Eravikulam National Park
The park spreads across the Southern Western Ghats mountains with its name in the local vernacular meaning ‘streams and pools’. The predominant feature of the physical geography of the park is comprised of a central rolling plateau and ‘Anaimudi’ the highest peak in South India. The park contains three distinctive types of vegetation – grasslands, shrub and Shola forests that are home to Dusky Striped Squirrels, Nilgiri Martens, Ruddy Mongooses and Small Clawed Otters among numerous others. More than one hundred and thirty-three species of birds inhabit the park, eleven that are endemic to the area – Jungle Bush Quail, Indian Golden Backed Three-Toed Woodpecker, Small Green Barbet, White Breasted Kingfisher, and Indian Lorikeet and many more that are migratory. A highlight of a safari in the park is to spot the highly endangered and reclusive Nilgiri Tahr, a species of mountain goat endemic to the region.
Munnar Tea Museum
Pothanmedu View Point
A trip to Pothanmedu is worth the views that nature lovers would cherish, spectacular sunrises and sunsets framing the Munthirapuzha River, a perpetual breeze that threaten to blow one off the peak, speculative birds in the sky, tea, coffee and cardamom plantations all awaiting a benign light to paint its magic.
Attukal Waterfalls
The waterfall is created after a stream travels on an elongated journey that traverses numerous slopes, dense stretches of vegetation, drops from enormous heights, eventually becoming visible, a vision of beauty displaying itself to visitors, the cogent power of nature’s beauty and power. Simply spectacular, worth a visit.
Nyayamkad
Situated about 10 km from Munnar town, languorous vistas and a sprightly waterfall first greet vsitors to Nyayamkad. Some seek delight in a swirling pool created beneath the 1500m waterfall, others, avid anglers could spend a day at ‘Gravel Banks’, a spot downstream, where schools of Trout pass through. The surrounding hills also offer numerous trekking routes.
Devikulam
A scenic picnic spot located 8 kilometres away from Munnar with rolling grassland slopes and vast range of exotic flora and fauna make it favourite spot for tourists. Visitors also visit the Sita Devi lake. Nearby at different times through the year.Streams flowing past the area are also perfect for trout fishing.
Resort Address
Muthuvangudi – High range Dairy Road,
Sengulam Dam (po)
Anachal , Munnar
Idukki , Kerala 685565
Central Reservation
Cochin, Kerala-682028, India.
CENTRAL RESERVATION
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