Kokum House

Kokum House is a peaceful retreat amidst nature, set in the village of Aldona. Designed by the award-winning architect, Pradeep Kodikara, it offers an exclusive spot in Goa, away from the throngs of tourists.

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Kokum House is a peaceful retreat amidst nature, set in the village of Aldona. Designed by the award-winning architect, Pradeep Kodikara, it offers an exclusive spot in Goa, away from the throngs of tourists.

The rustling of leaves and the occasional hoot of an owl may be the only sounds you hear through the night, as the moonlight shines down upon you. It's the perfect setting for some music, drinks and conversations.

Kokum House comes highly recommended for its comfort, and serene vibe.

Kokum House is special because of its
- Peaceful location in Goa
- Lush fruit orchard
- 30 feet high glass-facade
- Open showers

We care for your absolute comfort! To that effect, we provide
- Inverter
- Wardrobe
- Portable music system, AC, iron
- Mosquito repellent, washer
- Toiletries, towels, electric geyser
- Secured car parking for 1 car

The Space:
Let us walk you through the space.
BEDROOMS
- There are 4 bedrooms - 2 on the first floor and 2 on the second floor.
- ACs are provided in all rooms.
- All rooms have attached bathrooms.
- All 4 rooms have queen-size beds.
- All rooms have Wi-Fi accessibility.

BATHROOMS
- There are 4 attached bathrooms in the villa, and 1 shared bathroom.
- The bathrooms are absolutely neat and tidy.
- All bathrooms have geysers, towels and toiletries.

COMMON AREAS
- The living room has a portable music system. 
- It has seating arrangements for up to 8 people.
- There is a private lawn where guests can unwind.

KITCHEN
- The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, oven, gas stove and water purifier.
- The kitchen is accessible to guests, who can prepare their own meals.
- Guests can choose to order vegetarian or non-vegetarian dishes from the nearby restaurants. 
- Crockery is available for 10-12 people.

FOOD
- Lunch and dinner can be provided at an additional cost.* Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options can be prepared based on your preference.
- Breakfast is not provided.
- Guests can indulge in the local fare at nearby restaurants such as – Bao Restaurant and Bar (1.3 km), Wicked Delights (300 m) and Pauly’s (1 km).
- Please inform us about your meal preferences well in advance so we are well prepared to serve you.

STAFF ACCOMMODATION
- We are unable to offer accommodation for your personal staff.

ACTIVITIES
Within the property, guests can enjoy music. One can also head out to experience all that Goa has to offer as the cottage is very conveniently located.

HOME TRUTHS
While we do promise you a welcoming home and a great stay, here are a few things we’d like to mention so as to ensure there are no unpleasant surprises later!
- This is not a wheelchair-friendly property.
- Although the stay is absolutely safe, the surrounding forests may have wild boars, snakes, etc. so guests may want to avoid venturing out after dark.

HOUSE RULES
- Loud music is not allowed after 10 PM.
- Drinking is allowed at the cottage.
- Smoking is not allowed inside the villa. However, you can smoke outdoors.
- Pets are not allowed.

GUEST ACCESS
The guests have access to the entire villa as well as the lawn. The villa has a private entrance.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
The host is not present at the property, but is always accessible via call or message. A trained and responsible caretaker is present at the property to resolve any concerns and help you have a perfect stay.

POLICIES
- The number of guests cannot exceed the count mentioned at the time of booking.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival.
- Any breakage or damage of any items in the home will be charged at actuals.
- Any illegal activity, including the use of narcotics, prostitution, commercial activity, is strictly not permitted.
- The rental cost is exclusive of the refundable security deposit. We collect this additional amount before your stay - usually via a bank transfer - and refund the entire amount back to you after your stay, provided the number of guests does not increase and the check-out time is adhered to.
- A damage cover fee of Rs. 500 per night is collected at the time of booking. If you stay more than 2 nights, the fee remains Rs.1,000. This fee is non-refundable.
- Guests are earnestly requested to treat the home with care.

ADDITIONAL COSTS
- Lunch and dinner are available. The meals shall be priced at the cost of the ingredients.

NEIGHBOURHOOD
Aldona is a peaceful village with an old-world charm about it, which is quite modern at the same time. The village is said to be a “comunidade” village. Comunidade is a Portuguese word meaning ‘belonging to the community’. In the old days, it was quite a busy trading port. Aldona, along with Calvim was famous for its onions and chilies. It was said that onion saplings from these places were taken to other villages across Goa, including Agassaim in Tiswadi. Boats called Patmarim (sailboats) coming from the Mandovi, stopped here, then in Moira and finally at Mapusa, to unload and reload their wares. Aldona, with its pretty, winding roads often leaves visitors spellbound. Kokum House is conveniently located close to all this charm that this village offers.

During your stay at Kokum House, we personally recommend
- A day at the historical Corjuem Fort
- A visit to St. Thomas’ Church
- Mass at Bom Jesus Church Nachinola

Getting Around:
- Distance from Goa International Airport – 75.4 km.
- Distance from Thivim Railway Station – 28 km.
- Distance from Mapusa Bus Stop – 1 km.
- Distance from Mapusa Market – 15 km.

Taxis are available for transportation within the city. Should you wish to drive down in your own car, secured parking space for 1 car is available at Kokum House.