“Surrounded by tea-clad slopes and set above the clouds near Coonoor, this historic lodge invites absolute tranquility. Spacious guest rooms - some for families - have fireplaces, cosy beds & verdant views, and the small menu reflects seasonal produce. A lovely & affordable rural escape.”

Recommended for

  • Back to Nature

    • A lovely rural escape surrounded by verdant tea-clad hills with hiking and cycling trails, plus great birdwatching
  • Value chic

    • A friendly team, family suites and affordable rates make this a lovely choice for a heritage stay in the hills
  • Cycling

    • Borrow bicycles to wind your way through the hills, or to cycle 3km into nearby Coonoor
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Board games and lawn games are available, as is tennis equipment for games on the nearby courts
  • Great walks

    • Hike to Dolphins Nose for panoramic views, and don't miss Lamb's Rock, just 6km from Coonoor.
  • Sights nearby

    • Highfield Tea Estate and Guernsey Tea Factory both deserve a visit from tea lovers.
  • Historic

    • Built in the 1800s, Tea Nest has housed British aristocrats and Indian Rajas.
  • Charming

    • Tranquil and a delightful getaway.
  • Quiet

  • Family Suites

  • Less £

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Secluded setting

  • Trekking

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Restaurant

  • Child friendly

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Owner managed

  • Intimate

  • Birdwatching

  • Romantic

  • Hills & mountains

  • Remote

Facilities

  • Rooms

    6 rooms in this hotel
  • Family Suites

  • Communal Dining

  • Bicycles available

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Airport transfer

  • Cots available

  • No pets

  • Billiard/pool table

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Restaurant

  • Garden

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Parking

  • Wifi

  • Safe

Activities

  • Cycling

    • Borrow bicycles to wind your way through the hills, or to cycle 3km into nearby Coonoor
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Board games and lawn games are available, as is tennis equipment for games on the nearby courts
  • Great walks

    • Hike to Dolphins Nose for panoramic views, and don't miss Lamb's Rock, just 6km from Coonoor.
  • Sights nearby

    • Highfield Tea Estate and Guernsey Tea Factory both deserve a visit from tea lovers.
  • Trekking

  • Birdwatching

Map & Location

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