Property Overview 

Perched on a gently sloping palm‑fringed hillock that descends into a secluded crescent of Arabian Sea, Nikki’s Nest is a seaside Ayurveda and wellness resort just south of Trivandrum, Kerala. Since 1996, it has welcomed wellness seekers into a tranquil, healing environment where every aspect—architecture, therapies, dining, and rhythm of life—is aligned to nature and holistic balance. The resort comprises 47 rooms across five categories—cottages, chalets, Kerala‑style houses, and “The Nest” premium villa—spread over terraces overlooking the sea. The corridors are open and breezy, lawns and landscaping envelop the structures, and verandahs bring you close to the coastal air. In its Ayurveda hospital wing, 17 treatment rooms host therapies such as Abhyanga, Pizhichil, Sirodhara, Vasthi, Njavarakizhi, and other classical modalities under experienced physicians and therapists

Wellness rhythm is woven into the guest experience: ocean‑facing yoga floor, daily meditation, calming walks to the beach, and coastal breeze become part of your healing practice. The resort operates with green consciousness—kitchen waste is handled via a biogas plant, meals are cooked in bronze vessels, and many ingredients are sourced from their own plantation (linked with Duke’s Forest Lodge) or garden Cultural programs, optional excursions, and local immersion rounds out the stay. In all, Nikki’s Nest offers not just a vacation, but a holistic journey where sea, soil, air, and Ayurvedic wisdom come together to renew body, mind, and spirit.

Accommodation Types / Room Categories

Nikki’s Nest offers multiple room types to suit varying needs, blending sea views, garden vistas, and comfortable amenities:

• Standard Rooms (AC / Non‑AC): Simple, cozy rooms with en suite baths, partial sea or garden views.
• Cottages / Chalets (AC / Non‑AC): Standalone structures, wood or traditional Kerala style, with private verandahs overlooking the sea or gardens.
• Kerala House: A larger traditional Kerala‑style wooden house with more space and heritage character.
• The Nest (Premium Villa): The top‑end offering, a 950 sq ft villa per sources, with living room, private sit‑out, scenic views, and elevated position.

Every accommodation features comfortable beds, private bathroom with hot water, private verandahs or sitouts, and basic comforts such as Wi-Fi, safety lockers, and mosquito nets on request.

In‑House & Resort Facilities

• Ayurveda Treatment Centre / Hospital: 17 dedicated therapy rooms offering classical Ayurvedic treatments including Panchakarma, rejuvenation, herbal therapies, etc.
• Ocean‑Facing Yoga Floor / Shala: Designed to capture sea breeze and panoramic views during yoga and pranayama sessions.
• Swimming Pool & Sun Deck: A pool with adjacent sundeck overlooking gardens and sea direction
• Two Restaurants: “Hibiscus” (pure vegetarian / Ayurveda menu) and “Orchid” (seafood & general fare) accommodating dietary needs.
• Beauty / Wellness Clinic: For Ayurveda beauty treatments, herbal skin therapies, etc.
• Library / Reading Corner / Gift & Spice Shop: Compact library, souvenir corner, organic spice shop, recipe books.
• Travel Desk / Tour Services: For local sightseeing, excursions, beach walks, cultural programs.
• Beach Access & Decks: Direct access to the beach, umbrellas, deck chairs, beach towels.
• Sundeck, Open Corridors & Landscaped Lawns: Gardens, lawns, walking areas, open breezy architecture.
• Sustainable / Eco Features (see next section)

Eco‑Friendly & Sustainable Concept

Nikki’s Nest places sustainability at its heart. The resort operates a biogas plant to convert kitchen waste into fuel, reducing dependence on fossil or conventional energy. Meals are cooked in bronze vessels to maintain purity and avoid contamination. Many ingredients are sourced from their own plantation or garden or from their associated Duke’s Forest Lodge operations, promoting short supply chains and freshness The landscaping is pesticide‑free, and organic methods are followed in garden care. Waste management, energy, and resource planning are done mindfully (though you may want to confirm details). The architecture prioritizes natural ventilation, open corridors, verandahs, and minimal intrusion into the landscape. Guests are asked to avoid smoking in rooms (smoking is restricted to designated zones) and to engage responsibly with natural surroundings. Overall, sustainability is not an afterthought but part of the guest ethos, making a stay both comfortable and conscientious.

Stay Experience & Unique Design

Staying at Nikki’s Nest feels like being part of a living coastal meditation. The design philosophy leans toward simplicity, openness, and sensory attunement — verandahs open to sea breezes, corridors that allow light and air, gardens between structures. The sloping site means most cottages have an unobstructed sea glance. Azure mornings, sound of waves, ritualized Ayurveda therapies, yoga with ocean surf sounds, evening satsang or cultural notes — all conspire to slow time, quiet the mind. The rhythmic schedule (treatments, yoga, meals, rest) helps guests melt into a healing pace. The premium villa (“The Nest”) offers extra space and privacy, ideal for deeper immersion. All these combine to fashion an experience that’s not just restful but regenerative, where nature and Ayurvedic rhythm merge.

Locational Advantages

• Beachfront / Seaside Setting: Nikki’s Nest sits on the coast in Chowara / Vizhinjam area, not far from Kovalam, offering direct sea access.
• Proximity to Trivandrum Airport: Approximately 20 km or around 30–40 minutes’ drive from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.
• Close to Kovalam & Vizhinjam: Easy access for guests to explore Kovalam beach, lighthouse, local markets, and coastal attractions.
• Accessible but Secluded: Though near urban areas, the resort is tucked away on a quieter shoreline segment, ensuring privacy and calm.

Nearby Tourist & Cultural Sites: Guests can visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Napier Museum, local villages, backwaters, and coastal walks depending on itinerary. (You may insert your local site list.)

Wellness & Holistic Features

• Authentic Ayurvedic Therapies: The resort offers classical treatments — Abhyanga, Pizhichil, Sirodhara, Vasthi, Njavarakizhi, Udwarthanam, Nasyam, etc.
• Panchakarma & Rejuvenation Programs: Long‑stay detox, cleansing, healing regimens under physician supervision.
• Yoga & Meditation: Daily guided yoga, pranayama, meditation sessions on the sea‑facing yoga platform.
• Holistic Diet & Ayurvedic Kitchen: Meals follow Ayurvedic diet principles; vegetarian menus are central (with some seafood on request), ingredients from plantation or garden.
• Beauty & Wellness Treatments: Herbal facials, skin therapies, beauty clinic with traditional ingredients.
• Nature & Sea Therapy: Gentle walks on beach, listening to waves as sound therapy, sensory immersion in ocean air.
• Integration of Local Culture & Excursions: Cultural evenings, local village interactions, coastal heritage exploration.

Sustainability as Healing: Practices such as waste repurposing (e.g. converting used oils for eco uses), garden engagement, and mindful consumption link wellness to planetary health.

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