Founded in 2014, SaffronStays is India’s leading luxury homestay brand. Over the past 11 years, the company has built a curated collection of 450+ private villas across 86+ scenic destinations. From hilltop estates and beachfront retreats to heritage homes and forest escapes, each villa offers the warmth of a private home with the assurance of professional hospitality. Whether it’s a weekend getaway, an intimate wedding, a milestone celebration, or a corporate offsite, every SaffronStays property is thoughtfully designed to host life’s most meaningful moments.

SaffronStays Amaya is a beautifully restored 300-year-old Kerala illam that reflects the depth and richness of traditional architecture. Built using teak wood and laterite stone, the home is centered around sunlit courtyards, open verandahs, and thoughtfully preserved spaces like the mandapam, pooja room, and yajana shala. Every element of the home, from its intricate layout to its calming surroundings, carries a sense of history and quiet elegance. Set within lush greenery in Kannur, the experience here is rooted in simplicity and connection. Guests can enjoy fresh, farm-to-fork meals sourced directly from the estate, unwind with traditional Kalari Ayurveda therapies, or explore cultural elements like the Sarpa Kavu and nearby temple festivities. With a stepped pond, outdoor courts, and slow, immersive experiences, the home offers a stay that feels deeply grounded in Kerala’s heritage and way of life. Layout Entrance & Courtyards Traditional Kerala-style entrance leading into a central nadumuttam courtyard Two additional inner courtyards within the home Ground Floor 2 bedrooms located on either side of the courtyard, both ensuite Mandapam (sitting area) with a mini library Pooja room and Yajana Shala (shrine) Massage room for Kalari Ayurveda therapies First Floor 3 bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms Balcony overlooking the surroundings Additional room for extra guests Outdoor Areas Stepped pond located on one side of the home Kalari court for outdoor games on the other side Lush estate surroundings with farm and open spaces Things to Do at the Property: -Relax around the nadumuttam courtyard and verandahs -Enjoy farm-to-table dining with estate-grown produce -Experience a traditional Kalari Ayurveda massage -Visit the sacred Sarpa Kavu within the estate -Spend time by the stepped pond -Interact with ducks, chickens, and cows at the petting area -Play volleyball or badminton on the outdoor court

Things to Do Nearby: -Pazhassi Dam & Garden (10 km) – boating, riverside walks, and scenic views -Mattannur Town & Local Markets (6 km) – explore local markets and eateries -Pazhassi Kovilakam, Mattannur (7 km) – visit the historic palace of Pazhassi Raja -Kottiyoor Temple & Forest Area (20 km) – temple visit amidst forest landscapes -Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary (22 km) – nature drives, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting -Odathil Palli (14 km) – admire Kerala-style wooden mosque architecture -Dharmadam Island Viewpoint (25 km) – enjoy coastal views of the Arabian Sea -Madai Hills & Fort Area (25 km) – explore hilltop views and historic ruins