An oceanfront villa on Kerala’s Marari beach, which is a marvellous piece of heritage, has been listed by Sotheby’s International Realty as one of the most premium bungalows around the world for sale. The purchase amount of the 3-bedroom property is ₹7,50,00,000. Built along the Arabian sea, the nalukettu-style home Shastrimukku strikingly blends elements of modernisation with classical architecture.
Nalukettu is a traditional Keralian architectural style, which refers to four blocks. The blocks face four directions-north, south, east and west. It is a combination of carpentry science and Vastu Shastra. Nalukettu homes are spacious enough to accommodate joint families.
A Piece Of History That Has Witnessed Two Centuries
The villa up for sale is in the Mararikulam village of Kerala and dates back to 1829. It has witnessed two centuries of history and culture. Reportedly, the Maharaja of Travancore, His Highness Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma had commissioned the villa to be built in Kollengode ( present-day Tamil Nadu). It is one of the finest examples of early 19th century Travancore architecture. The villa was completely moved and rebuilt in Kerala in 2013.
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It Embraces Sustainability And Durability
Spread across 2500-square feet, the structure is constructed with local timber, mud and brick to embrace sustainability and durability. The villa’s structure allows a lot of natural light to come in. The walls are thicker, ensuring cooler interiors even during the scorching summer days. The villa also comprises a garden and a swimming pool. The walls are embellished with intricate motifs. The beach home is a true feast to the eyes and its aesthetic charm exudes happy vibes. Its exterior is carved out of teak to make it strong against natural elements and this also renders the villa a quaint appeal.
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So, even you aren’t up for purchasing it, you can definitely take some time out of your mundane routine to escape to the beach villa to soak in the rich history, the sands and the soothing breeze.