- Indoor spaces are non-smoking. If you wish to smoke outdoors, please use the ashtray provided.
- Pets are not permitted in the villa.
- House of Joy is a footwear-free zone. Please carry personal slippers if you wish to wear them inside the house.
- The entrance ramp to the home is steep, so cars should be
Rooms
Right-Hand Ground Floor Bedroom
2 GuestsPersonal bathroom
King Size Bed
Heating
Air Conditioning
Left-Hand Ground Floor Room
2 GuestsPersonal bathroom
- King Size Bed
- Heating
- Air Conditioning
Master Bedroom
2 GuestsPersonal bathroom
- King Size Bed
- Heating
- Air Conditioning
Mezzanine Bedroom
1-2 GuestsShared bathroom
- King Size Bed
- Heating
Towels
House of Joy
Amenities
Air Conditioning
Heating
Streaming Service Such as Netflix
Chair Provided with Desk
Complimentary Soap/Shampoo/Conditioner
King Size Bed
High-Speed Internet Access, Wi-Fi Connectivity
Hot Water
Iron & Ironing Board
Towels
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House of Joy
Complimentary Services
- Breakfast daily; coffee and tea available through the day with our compliments
- Room heaters and ceiling fans in all bedrooms
- High-quality bed & bath linen
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Daily housekeeping
- Luxury bath amenities
- 100% power backup
- OTT-ready TV
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Available Services
* All additional services at the villa are charged separately.
- Garden BBQs and authentic local South Indian meals available with suggested menus
- Advance and daily neighbourhood provisioning services of groceries & food delivery
- Bonfire services available
- Laundry with 24-hour turnaround
- Curated experiences of the Nilgiris including nature walks, food experiences, tea-tasting, dining reservations & golf sessions
- Itinerary planning & organising special occasions
- Airport transfers and local transport, including acting drivers
HOUSE RULES
House of Joy
POLICIES
House Rules
Check-In
14:00
Check-Out
10:00
Extra Guest
Max 2
Children Policy
All Ages
Smoking & Substances
Not Allowed
Parties and Events
Allowed
Pet Policy
Not Allowed
Alcohol Policy
Allowed
Music
Allowed
Villa Staff
Cook and daytime housekeeper
Accompanying Guest’s Staff
Max 2, price includes meals
Payment Terms
Modes of Payment
Credit card (3% surcharge applies), NEFT Wire transfer
Payment Deadlines
100% at the time of booking
Security Deposit
Amount
One night charge of the villa
Payment Collection Date
Time of booking
Payment Return Date
Within 7 days after the stay to an Indian bank account by NEFT
How it is used
To protect the house from potential damages during the stay
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 30 days or more prior to check-in for a full refund. 15–29 days: 50% refund. 14 days or less: No refund. Note: Bookings for stays between 20 Dec 2026 – 03 Jan 2027 bookings are non-refundable.
House of Joy
STORY & SPACES
House of Joy was built out of a happy accident. While accompanying friends who were house-hunting, this home’s owners stumbled onto a parcel of tea estate they instantly fell in love with. With a century-old legacy in spice plantations in Kerala, their dream of having a mountain getaway in the high Nilgiris and in close proximity to their
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House of Joy
Detailed Description
Outdoor Deck & Garden
The magnificent scenery around you unfolds as far as the eye can see in this lush, beautiful garden, with a sprinkling of vibrant flowers around you.
Relax in the wooden lawn chairs as you enjoy a scrumptious meal or warm yourself up next to a nighttime bonfire.
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EXPERIENCES
Ride the Nilgiri Mountain Railway
The Nilgiris Mountain Railway, often called the Toy Train, is a 120-year-old UNESCO Heritage Site and India’s only rack railway, a must-take trip. Your LUX hostwill help book you a trip.
Tea Tasting and Estate Visit
Tranquilitea offers a gourmet tea-tasting experience for the myriad colours, flavours and aromas that Nilgiris tea has to offer. Visit its tea estate and learn the journey from tea plant to cup.
Coonoor Nature Walks
Meet up with our local expert, who has more than a decade of experience guiding treks, to explore Coonoor.
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3 Nights
3 Nights in Ooty
Come away to the Nilgiris for a remote getaway stay, surrounded by gorgeous views of the hills.
House of Joy
GUEST FEEDBACK
Dear Team, The caretaker, Murali, and his wife were fantastic. The food was top-notch, and the place was very homely and hygienic far beyond our expectations. We would highly recommend them. The hospitality was excellent. The manager who visited us, ...
Johnny Peter
2026-03-22
We had a great time during our stay. Everything was top notch. Loved the hospitality and the cleanliness of the property. The views were immaculate, calm and relaxing, and we will definitely recommend this place to our friends too. We hope to come ba...
Mr. Roshan
2026-03-17
Thank you for the great hospitality. We had an amazing time and the staff was very helpful :) Thank you!
Hamide Cokgezen
2026-01-26
To, House of Joy
From the moment we arrived, everything about the property exceeded our expectations. Check-in process was welcoming and the host went out of their way to ensure we felt right at home. Mr & Mrs Doraiswamy cooked delicious meals for u...
Nischal Patel
2025-07-11
Dear House of Joy,
It was a memorable & peaceful stay going back refreshed.
Thanks, Doraiswamy & his wife for taking care of us. They have been very caring and hospitable.
Warm Regards Narayana Family.
Syed Humady
2025-06-21
Dear House of Joy,
Thank you for the wonderful stay, excellent hospitality delicious food. The host was a delight and always tried to make us feel welcome and accomodate our requests. The property is clean, beautiful and the views are a treat to the...
Stuti Kapoor
2025-06-19
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House of Joy is located in the quaint village of Balacola, about 20 minutes west of Lovedale, Ooty overlooking uninterrupted views of the valleys.
- Ooty: 30 mins
- Coonoor: 40 mins
- Kotagiri: 60 mins
- Mudumalai Tiger Reserve: 2 hrs
- Coimbatore: 2.5 hrs
- Mysore: 3.5 hrs
- Bangalore: 7-8 hrs
- Chennai: 8-9 hrs
- Mettupalayam Railway Station: 90 mins
- Coimbatore Airport: 2.5 hrs
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