Kakkabe, Coorg · Karnataka

Stay at the
Western Ghats.

Nestled in Yavakapadi Village, FernHills is a quiet retreat amid the Western Ghats — a private cottage overlooking the Adaandamol mountain ranges, right at the base of Coorg's highest peak.

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Private Cottage
Pet Friendly
Kodava Cuisine
Camp Fire
Yavakapadi Village, Kakkabe Coorg 571212, Karnataka
Tadiaandamol Trailhead Coorg's highest peak — minutes away
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FernHills cottages exterior
FernHills cottage front view
Western Ghats view from FernHills

The Property

Amid the Ghats, Away from the World

FernHills sits quietly in Yavakapadi — a small village in Kakkabe, deep within the coffee and pepper country of Coorg. The Adaandamol ranges are your horizon. Tadiaandamol, the highest peak in Coorg, is practically at your doorstep.

Private Cottage

Self-contained with independent access — no shared corridors, no noise from other guests.

Authentic Kodava Cuisine

Meals are prepared in the traditional Kodava way — pandi curry, koli curry, and akki rotti made fresh for every meal.

Pet Friendly

Bring your pets — FernHills has the space and the welcome for them. Just let us know when you book.

Camp Fire & Bonfire

Evenings here are made for sitting around a fire — watching the sky above the Ghats darken with stars.

Accommodations

Where You'll Stay

Deluxe Double Room interior at FernHills
FernHills room view
FernHills room with balcony
Our Room Type

Deluxe Double Room
with Balcony

A private, self-contained Deluxe Double Room with a dedicated balcony — your own perch overlooking the Western Ghats. Inside, warm terracotta walls, a well-appointed double bed, and windows that frame the green hills beyond.

Double Bed
Private Balcony
En-suite Bathroom
Wardrobe
Wi-Fi
Tea / Coffee
Garden / Hill View
Pet Friendly
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony Contact us to check availability for your dates
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Dining

Hygienic, Home-Cooked Kodava Food

Every meal at FernHills is prepared fresh in a clean, home kitchen — traditional Kodava recipes made the way they've always been made, with local ingredients and real care.

Pandi Curry (Kodava pork curry)
Koli Curry (country chicken)
Akki Rotti (rice flatbread)
Kadumbuttu (rice dumplings)
Fresh seasonal vegetables
Morning tea & filter coffee
Meals are included / available on request. Let us know your dietary preferences when booking — vegetarian and Jain meals can be arranged.
Kodava cuisine at FernHills
Home-cooked food at FernHills
Traditional Kodava dish
Fresh meal served at FernHills
FernHills dining spread
Hygienic kitchen at FernHills
FernHills cottage balcony view
Tadiaandamol Trek Starting point minutes from FernHills

What to Do

The FernHills Experience

Kakkabe is not a place you pass through. It's a place you come to stay — and there's enough here to fill every hour.

Trek to Tadiaandamol

Coorg's highest peak (1,748m) starts practically at FernHills. The trail takes 4–5 hours round-trip through shola forests and grasslands. Worth every step.

Jeep Trail into the Western Ghats

A guided jeep safari into the deeper Ghats — past coffee and cardamom estates, across streams, and into terrain no regular vehicle can reach.

Nature & Stream Walks

Walking trails along the property's edge follow a seasonal stream through dense vegetation. Birdlife here is exceptional — bring binoculars.

Camp Fire Evenings

Every evening, a campfire under the open sky. Your hosts will sit with you, share stories, and make sure your glass is never empty.

In-house Activities

Indoor games, cooking sessions with Kodava recipes, and guided walks around the property — there's always something to do without leaving the estate.

Tourist Attractions

What's Around You

FernHills is the ideal base for exploring the quieter, less-touristy side of Coorg.

 Within 5 km

Tadiaandamol Peak

The highest point in Coorg at 1,748m. Spectacular sunrise views and shola grasslands — best trekked from FernHills itself.

 ~5 km

Igguthappa Temple

A revered Kodava deity temple, beautifully set amid forested hills. The architecture and the silence here are equally impressive.

 ~8 km

Naluvaal Palace

A historic Kodava palace, now open to visitors. Offers a glimpse into the aristocratic heritage of the Coorg region.

 ~9 km

Chelavara Water Falls

A seasonal waterfall tucked in the forest — best visited after the monsoon when the water is full and the greenery is at its deepest.

 ~15 km

Mandalpatti Peak

Accessible by jeep, Mandalpatti offers sweeping views of the Pushpagiri range. A favourite for cloud chasers and photographers.

 ~20 km

Talacauvery & Bhagamandala

The sacred source of the Cauvery river. Bhagamandala's Triveni Sangam — the confluence of three rivers — is deeply revered.

 ~25 km

Abbey Falls

One of Coorg's most scenic waterfalls, set in lush coffee and spice plantations. Easily visited on a day trip from FernHills.

 ~30 km

Dubare Elephant Camp

Watch trained elephants being bathed in the Cauvery river. Early morning sessions let you interact with them directly.

 ~32 km

Kushalnagar — Golden Temple

The Namdroling Nyingmapa Monastery (Golden Temple) — a stunning Tibetan Buddhist monastery, the largest in India.

Getting Here

How to Reach FernHills

Kakkabe is about 6 hours from Bengaluru. Share your travel details when booking and we'll send you the exact Google Maps pin and arrival guidance.

From Bengaluru

Via Mysuru → Kushalnagar → Madikeri → Kakkabe. Approximately 270km, 5.5–6 hours. Scenic drive through the Ghats from Kushalnagar onwards.

From Mysuru

Via Hunsur → Kushalagar → Madikeri → Kakkabe. About 140km, 3–3.5 hours. NH-275 is good condition throughout.

By Bus + Local Transport

KSRTC buses run to Madikeri. From Madikeri, share autos or cabs run to Kakkabe (~35km, 50 min). We can arrange a pickup from Madikeri.

Find Us

Yavakapadi Village, Kakkabe,
Kodagu (Coorg) 571212,
Karnataka, India
+91 90364 77784
WhatsApp: +91 90364 77784
@stayatfernhills
Check-in: 12 PM  |  Check-out: 11 AM
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