Tranquility by the riverside
Four rooms, a private pool and our own jetty over the water at Koyilandy, 28 km from Calicut. Pets welcome, a mini kids park, campfire evenings, our own Ayurveda wellness program and home-cooked Kerala food.
Welcome to BelleVue
We're a family home on the bank of the Korapuzha. Four rooms, a pool that looks across the water, a kitchen that cooks the way homes here do, and mornings that start with fishing boats going out.
Kunnathara, Koyilandy · 26 km from Kozhikode city
What makes BelleVue different
Whole villa
Rare around Kozhikode
For families
EveningsWhy people come back
A thatched gazebo over the Korapuzha. The best seat for sunrise, and for watching the fishermen.
Only for people staying here, on a deck that faces the river.
Doctor-led programmes and massages in our own Ayurveda wellness program.
Kerala and Malabar food cooked to order, veg and non-veg. A sadya if you ask.
The Riverside Villa
BelleVue sits on Ollur Kadavu Road, a small lane in Kunnathara village that runs down to the water. The house faces the Korapuzha, which people here also call the Elathur river, and the garden follows the bank under coconut palms and fruit trees.
Mornings start early. Fishermen are out in their country boats soon after first light, throwing nets from the stern, and the gazebo at the end of our jetty is the best seat for it. By late morning the pool has warmed up. In the evening the river goes still and the far bank turns dark green, then black.
A look around
Every photo here was taken at the villa. Scroll sideways, or see all 86 in the gallery.
Rooms
One river-view suite, two King's Comfort Rooms and a twin room. All air-conditioned with an ensuite shower, TV, mini fridge and WiFi. Book one, or take the whole house.
Two rooms · familiesWe have two of these. A king-size bed, a high wooden ceiling and space to unpack. Good if a long, proper sleep is the priority.
For couplesOur favourite room. The balcony looks straight across the water, and most guests end up having their morning tea out there.
For friendsTwo single beds for friends, siblings, or a parent travelling with a grown-up child.
A room for two usually starts at around ₹5,000 a night. The exact rate depends on the season, the room and whether you want meals included, so send us your dates and we'll quote. See rates and house rules.
“The location was spectacular, on the banks of the Korapuzha river. The property has a long garden flanking the riverbank.”
Adarsh, from his review on Booking.com
A day here
Nothing is scheduled unless you want it to be. This is roughly how a day goes when guests ask us to plan it.
Tea on the jetty while the fishing boats go out. The river is at its calmest now.
Breakfast on the veranda. Appam and stew, puttu and kadala, or eggs and toast.
The pool, a speedboat ride up the river, or an Ayurvedic massage.
Kappad Beach at sunset, the Pisharikavu temple, or a canoe close to home.
A campfire in the garden and a barbecue on the deck by the water.
Around BelleVue
The river is the main event. When you want more, the coast, the temples and the hills are close.
Ayurveda
BelleVue runs its own Ayurveda wellness program, with proper treatment stays rather than a spa menu. A qualified Ayurvedic doctor sees you first, then plans your therapies, your food and the length of your stay, usually between 5 and 21 days.
Choose from anti-ageing, detox, weight management, a wellness diet course, or a lighter wellness vacation that leaves time for the river and the beach.
Guest reviews
Short extracts from public reviews on Google, Tripadvisor and Booking.com. Follow the links to read them in full. Scores as of 2 October 2026.
You won't find a better homestay in Kozhikode! Bellevue offers amenities that are on par with a resort. Chef Muneera serves the most authentic and delicious Malabari cuisine.
We had a memorable stay at Belle Vue home stay with our 2 furries. The rooms were impeccable and clean. The view of the backwaters outstanding.
Very well maintained, super clean and riverside property offers one of the best stay with gym, pool and a small counter bar, barbecue/grill, music setup along with peaceful location.
From the moment we arrived we felt at home. The house is very clean, well maintained, and in a beautiful, peaceful location near the river.
Shigal is a great host who organised everything for us (I had elderly parents and young kids). From meals to excursions, everything was taken care of.
Loved the refreshing riverside scenery here. Waking up to nature here feels magical. It honestly felt like staying at a home away from home.
The property itself is stunning view with beautifully maintained spice garden and fruit trees and very beautiful relaxing pool and gorgeous views.
The location was spectacular, on the banks of the Korapuzha river. The property has a long garden flanking the riverbank.
The biryani and chicken 65, in particular, deserve special mention. The boat ride was a memorable highlight of our trip.
The property was beautiful and well maintained, but what made our stay truly special was the outstanding service provided by Mr. Shigil, the caretaker.
Plan your stay
Why some people stay 45 minutes out of town, and when the city is the better choice.
Read morePool, jetty and boat rides, in a place with four rooms instead of four hundred.
Read moreAll four rooms, the pool, the jetty and the garden for your family or group. Airbnb-style, booked direct.
Read more
From Calicut airport, Kozhikode station or Koyilandy, with pick-up if you'd like it.
Read moreOne of the few places around Calicut where your dog is welcome, at no extra charge.
Read moreDistances
We're between Kozhikode city and Koyilandy, a short drive from the coast and a day trip from Wayanad.
| From BelleVue to | Distance | By road |
|---|---|---|
| Koyilandy railway station | 11 km | about 20 min |
| Kappad Beach | 14 km | about 25 min |
| Kozhikode (Calicut) city centre | 26 km | about 45 min |
| Kozhikode (Calicut) railway station | 28 km | about 50 min |
| Kakkayam Dam | 45 km | about 1 hr 30 min |
| Calicut International Airport (CCJ) | 49 km | about 1 hr 20 min |
| Thusharagiri Waterfalls | 62 km | about 1 hr 45 min |
Driving times are typical daytime figures. Allow more during monsoon rain and around Kozhikode city at rush hour.
FAQ
Straight answers to what people ask us on WhatsApp. Anything else, just message us.
BelleVue Homestay & Wellness Centre is one of the highest-rated homestays in Kozhikode (Calicut), with 4.9 on Google from 64 reviews and 5.0 on Tripadvisor from 40 reviews. It's a riverside villa on the Korapuzha with a private pool, four AC rooms, home-cooked Malabar food and a pet-friendly policy. Guests most often mention the river views, the food and the care from the caretaker, Shigil.
Yes. The whole BelleVue Riverside Villa on the Korapuzha can be booked for a family or group: four AC bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a private pool, a jetty, a long riverside garden, campfire and barbecue evenings, and home-cooked meals on request. It's about 45 minutes from Calicut city.
On the bank of the Korapuzha river at Olloorkadav, Ollur Kadavu Road, Kunnathara PO, Koyilandy, in Kozhikode district, Kerala 673620. That's about 26 km north-east of Kozhikode (Calicut) city, 11 km from Koyilandy railway station and 49 km from Calicut International Airport. The Google Maps pin is accurate; the last kilometre is a village road, so call us if you're unsure.
It's a homestay: a family property with four guest rooms, run by a small team who live locally and cook for you. It has a few things you'd normally go to a resort for, like a private pool, a barbecue deck, a mini gym, a steam bath and an Ayurveda treatment room. You get the space and quiet of a private house with some of the comforts of a resort.
A room for two usually starts at around ₹5,000 a night. The exact rate depends on the season, the room and whether you want meals included, so send us your dates and we'll quote. Booking direct by WhatsApp, phone or email is cheaper than booking through a travel website.
Yes. BelleVue is one of the few pet-friendly stays in Kozhikode (Calicut), and pets stay at no extra charge. Please mention your pet when you enquire so we can give you the right room, and the team will go through anything you need to know when you arrive.
Yes. BelleVue has a mini kids park on the lawn, with a slide, a swing and a spring rider under the trees, so younger children have their own corner while the grown-ups sit by the river.
Yes. Evenings at BelleVue can end with a campfire in the garden and a barbecue on the riverside deck. Tell us when you book, or ask the team during your stay, and they'll set it up.
Yes. The pool is only for people staying with us, and it sits on a deck that looks out over the river. If you book the whole villa, the pool is yours alone.
Yes. Alongside the rooms, BelleVue runs its own Ayurveda wellness program: a doctor's consultation, therapies such as full-body oil massage, Shirodhara, Pizhichil and herbal steam in our treatment room, yoga space, a mini gym and food cooked to suit the programme. You can book a single massage during a normal stay or a full package of 5 to 21 days.
Yes, BelleVue has facilities for differently-abled guests, and families have stayed here with elderly parents and young children. Every house is different, so please tell us what you need when you enquire (wheelchair access, a room close to the entrance, help with steps or a shower chair) and we'll confirm what we can arrange before you book.
About 49 km, which is usually 1 hour 20 minutes by road. We can arrange a pick-up from Calicut International Airport, Kannur International Airport, Kozhikode railway station or Koyilandy railway station. Ask when you book.
Yes. Families and groups often book all four rooms, which gives you the house, the pool, the barbecue deck, the garden and the jetty to yourselves. Tell us how many people are coming and we'll suggest the best arrangement.
Home-cooked Kerala and Malabar food, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian, made in our own kitchen. Breakfast can be Kerala-style or simple continental. Lunch and dinner are made to order, and we can cook to a diet if you're on an Ayurveda programme or have allergies. Full board is available on request.
Book direct
Send your dates on WhatsApp and we'll reply with availability and the rate for your stay. Booking direct costs less than going through a travel site, and you talk to the people who'll actually look after you.
