As a popular hill station, Ooty is renowned for its lush landscapes and picturesque valleys. But the city has a distinct charm of its colonial-era architecture. An 87-year-old mansion located in this quaint tiny town provides a unique experience.
Welcome To Gravityville!
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While hotels and resorts offer traditional accommodation, the trend of staying at Ooty homestays has gained remarkable momentum. They offer a unique opportunity for travellers to immerse themselves in the local culture and experience the essence of this hill town in a more personal and authentic way.
Built-in 1936, Gravityville is an English house that exhibits elaborate architectural elements and strikes a unique blend between modernism and colonial India’s past. This property was formerly a holiday home for the British. It’s now run by two friends named Karthik and Sreedhar who love to travel, hosted at Airbnb.
The variety of Ooty homestays is what makes them so appealing. Every homestay exhibits the distinctive personality of its host family and offers visitors a variety of lodging choices, from simple cottages to luxurious villas. Similarly in Gravityville, as soon as you enter the space, you’ll feel that the interior is a tasteful fusion of the old and the new.
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Comfort Meets Vintage Tranquility
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The place has vintage furniture, unique designs, and upcycled items imported from different parts of the globe. With four enormous bedrooms, they provide a distinctive yet comfortable experience. Each bedroom provides a unique escape from the outside world with attention to design and a focus on comfort.
The living and dining areas exude class, comfort, and a seamless fusion of traditional charm with modern style. A collection of ancient objects is used to decorate these areas, adding character and a sense of history. Large windows allow natural light to enter the space, lighting it and showcasing the wonderful colonial building aspects.
The house has a lovely garden outside that is ideal for a peaceful afternoon of leisure or an evening of stargazing. As visitors enter this haven for nature lovers, a peaceful atmosphere and a cool climate offer relief envelop. The serenity and tranquillity of the location create a rejuvenating escape from the urban chaos.
Where: 264, Fingerpost, Ooty
Cost: ₹11,428/night (approx.)
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