No, you cannot book just one room. You would need to book the Dunnottar North By Dunnottar Lake, our 2-BDR bungalow.

Driver accommodation is not available at this home. Accommodation for caregivers/maids can be arranged at an extra cost.

Yes. 3 cars can be parked onsite with no extra cost added.

Breakfast is complimentary. Lunch and Dinner can be preordered from our menu and is chargeable.

Yes, you can use the fridge to store food/beverages.

Yes, alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. There are no corkage charges.

Outside food is not allowed in the villa. Guests are not allowed to access the kitchen. With Prior notification, guests can request the chef to prepare customized meals for infants.

Yes, we have a steady supply of filtered drinking water.

We offer authentic, home-fresh meals. We offer Indian and limited Continental and Asian cuisine. Our Care Team rep will help you craft the perfect combination once you have booked your stay. Please do share your meal preferences and dietary requirements, if any, when the team reaches out to you.

If you book the whole bungalow, you have access to both the bungalows. However, if you choose Just Homestay Dunnottar North by Kodai Lake and Just Homestay Dunnottar South by Kodai Lake, you have access only to the bungalow you booked. All outdoor areas are common and accessible to everyone.

Given the location of our home, playing loud music is not allowed.

Smoking is strictly not permitted inside the house and on the veranda. Smoking is permitted in the designated area in the garden only. Please use the ashtrays when smoking. Smoking out of the windows is strictly prohibited. Alcohol consumption is permitted within limits. We do not encourage late-night revelry or loud music.

Check-in time at 1 pm and check-out time is 10 am. Please note that check-out timings are strict as we need to ready the rooms for our next booking. Guests are requested to respect the timing of other guests as well. In case you wish to check in a little early or check out a little late, do inform us at the time of booking. Additional charges will be applied.

As required by law, all adults have to provide their government-approved Photo IDs (that clearly show their residential address) at the time of Check-in. Your co-operation is of utmost importance to us.

The best way to reach our home is by a private car/ taxi. If you would like to travel by public transport, the best route would be: Bus: State Transport buses Train: The nearest railway stations are Kodai Road (2 hours), Dindigul (2.5 hours) and Madurai (3 hours) Air: The closest airports to the villa are Madurai(3 hours), Trichy (4 hours) and Coimbatore (5 hours)

Yes. Please note that toll charges are subject to change, depending on the authorities and the type of vehicle. Guests are requested to carry sufficient cash to cover the toll charge.

No. We do not allow stag groups to book this home.

There is a manager and caretaker onsite.

Unfortunately, there is no option for part payment. Guests are required to pay 100% of the payment before check-in.

Yes. Members can redeem their nights, utilise their privileges and avail any offers while booking this home.

No. All payments for booking the villa, including meals, will have to be pre-paid prior to check-in. Security Deposit collected during booking will be returned during check-out or by NEFT within 5 business days after check-out, provided no damages are observed. To avoid inconvenience, we will not be accepting cash onsite for any reasons henceforth. Please note: The Security Deposit is subject to change depending upon the number of nights and the group size. Please check with your holiday advisor at the time of booking.

Security deposit is to be paid two days prior to check-in. If no damages are observed, the deposit will be returned during check-out itself or by NEFT within 5 business days after check-out.

Once you have chosen your dates and your booking has been accepted, you will receive a payment link where the payment can be processed. In case you're unable to make an online payment through the link, you could also deposit the cash in our bank account directly. We also offer other options like PayTM, NEFT/IMPS or UPI.

If the Guest cancels the booking anywhere before 21 days before the check-in date, they are entitled to a 100% refund. If the Guest cancels the booking anywhere between 21-11 days before the check-in date, they are entitled to a 50% refund. For any cancellations made after 11 days to the check-in date, there would be no refund. If the Guest has made a partial payment, he/ she is not entitled to any refund whatsoever. All cancellation policies are overridden if a guest uses the “NOCANCEL” coupon while booking. The guest is not entitled to any refund and will have to pay a 100% rescheduling fee in the event of the same. Cancellations for peak dates such as Independence Day (15th Aug), Diwali (29th Oct to 10th Nov), Christmas and New Year (24th Dec to 2nd Jan), and Republic Day (26th Jan) will not be accepted. A nominal 2.75% convenience fee would be deducted from the refund amount for processing of the cancellation

All rooms have mosquito repellents. Guests are advised to shut the windows between 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm to avoid mosquitoes and insects from entering the home.

Yes, we provide toiletries like hand wash, shower gel, shampoo, body lotion and towels.

Yes, we have a backup inverter and genset in case of rare occasions of power failure.

Rooms with sofa beds only can accommodate an additional guest. No other extra mattress will be provided. Our home has adequate bed sheets, blankets and pillows for extra bedding.

Yes, the villa has WiFi connection. There is adequate network connectivity, if not 4G then 3G.

Suite Room and Master Bedroom have king-sized beds.

Yes, there are CCTV cameras installed in the outdoor premises of the villa.

Yes, the home is located within the gated complex and properly fenced.

Yes, we do have a first-aid kid on-site, stocked with Dettol, band-aids and over-the-counter medicines like paracetamol.

Yes. The home is located within a gated complex.

Kodaikanal is well connected by road from different cities and towns. There are different ways to approach Kodaikanal depending on where you are coming from and how you choose to travel, but the last 60 km climb up the mountain has to be done by car. You will also get the navigation link to the villa once your booking is confirmed. If you are doing part of your journey by Air or Train - WE CAN ARRANGE FOR A TAXI TO PICK YOU UP FROM THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: Kodai Road Junction, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Coimbatore, and Dindigul. Distances are calculated with the Kodaikanal Lake as the central point of reference.

No, this home is not pet-friendly.

No, our home is not wheelchair accessible.

Yes, our home is child friendly. There is plenty of space to run around and many indoor activities that will keep your children occupied. The home is well-stocked with board games. There is also a basic first-aid kit, stocked with Dettol, band-aids, etc., for minor injuries. Parents are advised to be cautious when allowing kids to run around.

Yes. This Single-storey villa is ideal for senior citizens.

Yes, The home is set right on the meandering Kodai Lake. Also, the boat house is short distance away where you can hire boats and row around the lake.

The bonfire area near Just Homestay Dunnottar North By Kodai Lake has a hammock put out on a clear day where one can stretch out in the shade and relax with no agenda. In the bungalow, one can discover a favourite author amidst the large selection covering all age groups and genres in the walk-through library. The villa’s location is only a 10-minute walk to Bryant Park and Seven Roads Junction with its myriad of boutiques, restaurants and shops. As you step outside the gate, walk, run or jump on in-house cycles and ride around the lake to take in the cool air and the mesmerizing beauty of nature as it awakens your spirit. Curated local experiences such as hiking and picnics can be arranged at an additional cost upon prior request.