As previously reported Dukes Forest Lodge sits on the edge of a 130 acre rubber plantation, an interesting 1 hour drive from Trivandrum. The independent cottages are well appointed affording the right amount of privacy and come with a lovely balcony with beds for relaxing and a plunge pool on the lower level. We did feel that the bathroom although... More

Ponmudi is a perfect example of a Rain Forest in kerala , So cohossing the stay in Ponmudi also should be such that you get to enjoy the nature . The KTDC hotel and the Duke's forest lodge is the best accomodation in Ponmudi.Personally i would prefer Duke's Forest Lodge as it is an ancient house converted into an accomodation... More

Dukes Forest Lodge is an excellent Private Estate Lodging that is just an hour from Trivandrum and very near to the top of Ponmudi hillstation. The property is located in the middle of a spread out private estate that have Rubber, Coconut, Spices, livestock all in a natural reserve like forest surrounding with a natural water stream flowing alongside the... More

Its a wonderful destination for relaxation.All the independent pool villas are facing to the River and its beautiful riverside view and swimming in the ice cold water gives a heavenly atmosphere to all.The property and its surroundings are eco-friendly and one could see Coffee, Pepper, Coco, Cardamom plantation every were. Duke’s forest lodge situated in the banks of River kallar... More

After living for several months in India, our stay at Duke’s provided our first real escape to a place of natural beauty, peacefulness, and total relaxation. Built within a plantation of rubber trees and numerous other crops and overlooking a fast moving, crystal clear river, our elegant Keralan style cottage was clean, nicely furnished, and offered a massive bed that... More

We had planned to spend four nights in Kovalam, but did not like the beach or hotel so we found Duke's in a guide book and went there. Great location in the middle of a rubber plantation. Rooms are old, big cottages each with a cold water jacuzzi. The bed was so big I had to send a text to... More