Poothali Homestay

17/10/2026

Poothali, the exquisitely restored heritage home in North Kerala, has recently been featured by Condé Nast Traveller for its timeless charm and soulful architecture, a true celebration of Kerala’s cultural legacy.

Step inside this lovingly preserved abode, where polished wooden furniture’s, antique treasures, and soft morning light create an atmosphere that feels both grand and deeply personal. It’s a space where stories linger in every corner, perfect for those who appreciate heritage, warmth, and the quiet beauty of village life.

Come experience what Condé Nast Traveller called one of North Kerala’s most graceful stays. Your seat by the paddy fields is waiting...
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13/10/2026

06/10/2026

Some journeys are measured in miles. Ours are measured in moments.

A table that always had one more dish. Stories by Sangeeth that carried the land and its people into the evening. And the quiet comfort of feeling safe, and completely at home.

Thank you, Sreedevi, for letting Poothali be a chapter in your girls trip.

Come, slow down with us.

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29/09/2026

Soon, the sacred groves and village temples of North Kerala will begin to awaken. The drums will return. The flames will rise. Theyyam will once again take form through dance, devotion, and a sacred inheritance kept alive through centuries of faith.
To truly experience this otherworldly realm, you need more than just a place in the crowd.
Theyyam Trails conducts guided Theyyam tours led by those deeply familiar with the rituals, culture, and local traditions. With their knowledge and insight, they help you connect with the essence of Theyyam. Each moment becomes more meaningful and immersive.

To plan your itinerary and reserve your Theyyam experience, please contact us:

Call: +91 8050 640 555

Email: [email protected]

Website:www.theyyam.net

Theyyam Trails is an initiative by Polika.

24/09/2026

There’s an easy warmth in his smile, and generations of skill in his hands.

A bell metal artisan from around Poothali, he carries forward a craft passed down through generations. Spend a little time with him, and you may hear the stories behind the work.

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18/09/2026

Around Bekal, Theyyam is not just performance, it is spirit made visible. When the drums rise and the torches flare, a man becomes more than himself. He takes on the voice of a god, or the memory of an ancestor, and through him the divine leans close to speak with the living.

From November to May, the courtyards of temples and ancestral homes around Bekal awaken with these nights of fire and color. For the villagers, it is worship. For the traveler, it is a doorway into a world where faith and theatre are one. If you find yourself in Bekal then, follow the rhythm of the chenda, you will be led to a Theyyam, and perhaps to a moment you will carry long after the drums have stilled.

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15/09/2026

Toddy tapping

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11/09/2026

Every bell metal article carries the marks of many hands, and the knowledge of many generations. From preparing the mould to pouring the molten metal and shaping the finished piece, each stage asks for patience, precision, and years of experience.

Meeting these artisans offers a closer look at a living North Kerala tradition, one that continues in workshops around Poothali, through skill carefully passed from elders to the next generation.

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07/09/2026

Poothali is a heritage home that still feels lived in, warm, and rooted in North Kerala’s everyday life. Its wooden beams, old touches, and slow verandas invite you to settle in rather than rush through.
If you love places with stories, simple village rhythms, and rooms shaped by hand, this home welcomes you gently. Come to sit with local traditions, wander through Nileshwar’s lanes, and feel how heritage can be both comforting and alive.

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