River Retreat: Healthy breaks for your body and soul

The river retreat is located on the banks of Bharathapuzha at Cheruthuruthy and is very close to Kalamandalam, the famed institute for performing arts and the Keraleeya Ayurveda Samajam, the world's renownwd ayurvedic centre. 'Holy Basil', the aesthetically built-in ayurveda treatment centre, reveals the responsive and caring imperial and genuine healing magic in 'The River Retreat' style under the medical supervision of God-gifted ayurvedic legend Thaikot Moosad and Dr Nambi. The resort is two hours from the Kochi, Kozhikode and Coimbatore airports and just three minutes from Shornur railway station.

Set in a pristine and calming environment, this resort offers 24 fully furnished air-conditioned guest rooms with a soothing blend of ancient royal ambience and modern day amenities. The rooms have been done in soft and sober colours. The fabrics are in perfect harmony with the rest of ambience of the room, a true reflection of the luxury and plush enjoyed by the erstwhile royals.

Some of the facilities here include, ayurvedic rejuvenation centre, 24 heritage rooms, Riviera - the multi cuisine restaurant, White Sands - the well-stocked bar, air-conditioned conference hall, swimming pool, health club, lush green lawns, children's play area, customised holiday packages, highly skilled and experienced masseurs, regular shows of performing arts and facilities for sight-seeing of the nearby areas.