Question 1

1. What is the tariff?

Accepted Answer

We have different packages based on the season and requirements of the guest.

Question 2

2. How big is the property? Where is the property situated?

Accepted Answer

The property is around 3 acres. We are in Malnad, the western ghats of Karnataka. 
Our property is in a small village called Bomlapura in the Chickmagalur district.

Question 3

3. Is your home sustainable?

Accepted Answer

It's built with absolute love and inspiration from the architect Geoffrey Bawa, we designed a tropical modernized colonial style bungalow keeping in mind the geographical landscape of Malnad. 
With high ceilings, gigantic pillars, athangudi tiles, and most furniture being restored or made by local vendors, we tried our best to be as sustainable as possible.  
It has four bedrooms and a common living room, a patio and a beautiful center mutham, again, adapted from an old traditional style.  
While we were planning the landscape we kept the flora and fauna of the place in mind and planted many fruit and flower trees.

Question 4

4. How long does it take to reach your property? What are the modes of transport available?

Accepted Answer

It's a beautiful drive from Bangalore and the road to our property is good except for a slightly rocky road for about 50 meters. It takes 6.5 hours from Bangalore to reach our place by car. 
Modes of transport that are available...
A.Bus 
B. Flight to Mangalore and from Mangalore it’s a 3-hour drive to our property

Question 5

5. When’s the check-in and check-out time?

Accepted Answer

Check-in time 1:00 PM and check-out time would be 11:00 AM.

Question 6

6. How many rooms does the property have?

Accepted Answer

In total, we have 6 Rooms 
a. We have one bungalow with four rooms, which can be rented out separately or you can rent out the entire        bungalow. 
b. One Pet-friendly barn cottage which has a living room, kitchenette, bedroom, and an outdoor place to sit. 
c. Room celestial: An old English-style room with two single cots. This place is beautifully designed for solo          travelers.

Question 7

7. Where is the dining area located? Is it shared?

Accepted Answer

The dining area is just outside the Bungalow. It is a shared space. All meals & snacks are served in the dining area.
   – PS We don’t allow food inside the rooms. No food, no accidents. Hope you understand.

Question 8

8. What are the timings for the food?

Accepted Answer

After careful consideration & planning, we’ve come to the conclusion that the best times for meals would be -
08:00 AM – 10:00 AM for Breakfast
01:00 PM – 02:30 PM for Lunch
05:00 PM Snacks
07:30 PM – 09:30 PM for Dinner.
We close our kitchens at 10:00 PM

Question 9

9. What are the amenities available?

Accepted Answer

We share complete details of the amenities in a PDF form when you make an Enquiry.

Question 10

10. Why aren’t shoes allowed inside the house?

Accepted Answer

Our floors are made of Handmade Athangudi tiles, these tiles are known for their healing properties as they protect the joints from pains & feet from fissures. These elegant tiles are rather susceptible to damage, if you really must we implore you to wear only Indoor footwear.

Question 11

11. Are the decorations expensive?

Accepted Answer

The pieces displayed are priceless memoirs of our travels & have a special place in our hearts, they’ve been carefully sourced so we hope you don’t have to end up paying for damages. It would cost us more emotionally than it would financially.

Question 12

12. Do you have a TV at Crepe Ginger?

Accepted Answer

We don’t have a television at Crepe Ginger, we believe time spent with oneself, family, & friends is magical and healing. Nowadays it’s unfortunately overlooked & we’d like to make your time special at our place. But we also have seniors coming to our place and sometimes they do like to watch news etc. so we have one placed at the cottage.

Question 13

13. Do you have accommodation for drivers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can provide food and accommodation with an extra charge.

Question 14

14. Why is there no AC? What about the power situation in your area?

Accepted Answer

We have rain nearly 7 to 8 months of the year and only three months of the year are warm during the day. 
We are located in a rural and heavy rainfall area. Power cuts are constant, and we have generators to support us, but we have limitations. We try to conserve energy by switching on only lights and fans when necessary.

Question 15

15. What is the difference between a homestay and a resort/hotel?

Accepted Answer

Homestays are places where the home was built for the owners to stay and give extra rooms to travelers who would like to experience the local culture and not miss home while traveling. 
Here, of course, you don't get the luxury of a hotel or a resort but cannot undermine the luxury of soulful experiences.

Question 16

16. How well is the property secured?

Accepted Answer

We don't have security guards, but our staff stay within the property and we have installed CCTV cameras all around the property. We request our guests to close all doors properly before bedtime.

Question 17

17. Are there wild animals around?

Accepted Answer

We are located in a village and quite close to Agumbe which is the habitat for many snakes. We do get to see many different kinds of snakes, amphibians, birds, and interesting insects around.

Question 18

18. Is the restaurant accessible to everyone?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our restaurant is accessible to in-house guests and customers (outsiders) who pre-book a meal beforehand (preferably a day before).

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