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10 / 10
Beach was walkable - peaceful location - clean space.
Rosemary the owner of the property - was very kind-hearted - bed way arranged, all was kept clean, towels, soaps all were provided.
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8 / 10
Quiet and serene south cliff home stay
Quiet and peaceful south cliff heights location, a few hundred meters uphill from restaurants on the beach and cheaper local places on the main road. There is a nice restaurant with access down to the beach across the street. It’s well-built, clean and serene, with a shared kitchen upstairs with kettle, cooker and associated implements for vegetarian food and drink prep. Rose, the hostess, is Australian, speaks great English, and is straightforward, nice and helpful. A ceiling fan and good shade keep the place pleasantly cool with open windows. There is hot water with good pressure in the shower if you wait a minute. It’s safe and secure. I thought it was good value and extended my stay.
Some temporary noise related to road construction that was completed while I was there and outside of the property’s control.
1 / 10
Paying 3x the market rate for a 1970s hostel experience. No A/C, no guests allowed, and zero cleaning in 6 days—just
I liked the proximity to the Sri Janardhana Swamy Temple and South Varkala Beach.
Staying at Gumnut Beach House felt less like a premium holiday and more like being a suspected boarder in a high-control dormitory. For roughly three times the price of comparable stays on South Cliff, you receive the frugality of a 1970s hostel coupled with invasive micro-management.
The misleadingly high reviews likely come from guests who stayed 48 hours and mistook the "proper" expat persona for quality. After 6 days, the reality of the "Gold House" classification became clear:
• Customer Service & Restrictions: Hospitality here is replaced by policing. I even received a text explicitly forbidding me from having a guest visit during the day. No visitors, no guests, and no exceptions to their long list of "Don'ts."
• Cleanliness & Maintenance: Despite the premium rate, there was zero housekeeping during my 6-day stay. I’ve included a photo of the resulting overflowing bin. Paradoxically, the walls are covered with scrawled demands about "dirty feet."
• The "Frugality Tax": There is no A/C, yet signs forbid running the fans on high speed (level 5). You are effectively paying a luxury price to sweat so the owner can save on equipment wear-and-tear.
• Dietary Policing: A total ban on meat and fish, but also on delivery food, takeaways, and "food parcels." They attempts to control every aspect of your logistics.
• The Towel Paradox: Towels are provided but strictly banned from the beach, gym, or yoga. It feels like staying in a museum where amenities are for display only.
The Verdict: In terms of value for money, this is the poorest experience I’ve had in Kerala. The description obscures a restrictive, poorly serviced reality. Support the local Varkala guesthouses instead—they understand that paying guests are not unruly children.
9 / 10
Quiet, comfortable and clean
Very clean and quiet location - right off the south cliff. We stayed in the four bedroom and it was very spacious with a little balcony.
Rosemary the owner of the property - was very kind-hearted - bed way arranged, all was kept clean, towels, soaps all were provided.
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8 / 10Excellent·Jan 2026
Quiet and peaceful south cliff heights location, a few hundred meters uphill from restaurants on the beach and cheaper local places on the main road. There is a nice restaurant with access down to the beach across the street. It’s well-built, clean and serene, with a shared kitchen upstairs with kettle, cooker and associated implements for vegetarian food and drink prep. Rose, the hostess, is Australian, speaks great English, and is straightforward, nice and helpful. A ceiling fan and good shade keep the place pleasantly cool with open windows. There is hot water with good pressure in the shower if you wait a minute. It’s safe and secure. I thought it was good value and extended my stay.
Some temporary noise related to road construction that was completed while I was there and outside of the property’s control.
9 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Very clean and quiet location - right off the south cliff. We stayed in the four bedroom and it was very spacious with a little balcony.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2022
Gumnut house is a simple guesthouse in Varkala. Th house is managed by Rose who is a great host. The house is extremely clean, wifi is excellent, location is great, bathroom is extremely nice with hot water. Gumnut is 2 min walk from Surf and Soul, where guests can enjoy a café/restaurant offering extremely good food, a private beach and surf and yoga lessons. I would definitely recommend!
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this vacation rental has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this vacation rental?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Gumnut Beach House Homestay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this vacation rental?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this vacation rental. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Gumnut Beach House Homestay pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this vacation rental is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Gumnut Beach House Homestay?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, air conditioning, non-smoking, balcony/terrace, and wifi/internet.
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this vacation rental
Comfortable Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Beach access
Garden
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Key access
Contactless check-in/out
Fire alarm
Cleaning products
Map of Varkala
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10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
Rosemary the owner of the property - was very kind-hearted - bed way arranged, all was kept clean, towels, soaps all were provided.
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8 / 10Excellent·Jan 2026
Quiet and peaceful south cliff heights location, a few hundred meters uphill from restaurants on the beach and cheaper local places on the main road. There is a nice restaurant with access down to the beach across the street. It’s well-built, clean and serene, with a shared kitchen upstairs with kettle, cooker and associated implements for vegetarian food and drink prep. Rose, the hostess, is Australian, speaks great English, and is straightforward, nice and helpful. A ceiling fan and good shade keep the place pleasantly cool with open windows. There is hot water with good pressure in the shower if you wait a minute. It’s safe and secure. I thought it was good value and extended my stay.
Some temporary noise related to road construction that was completed while I was there and outside of the property’s control.
9 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Very clean and quiet location - right off the south cliff. We stayed in the four bedroom and it was very spacious with a little balcony.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2022
Gumnut house is a simple guesthouse in Varkala. Th house is managed by Rose who is a great host. The house is extremely clean, wifi is excellent, location is great, bathroom is extremely nice with hot water. Gumnut is 2 min walk from Surf and Soul, where guests can enjoy a café/restaurant offering extremely good food, a private beach and surf and yoga lessons. I would definitely recommend!
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(19 Ratings)
"Rosemary the owner of the property - was very kind-hearted - bed way arranged, all was kept clean, towels, soaps all were provided."
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
Map of Varkala
About this vacation rental
Comfortable Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Beach access
Garden
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Key access
Contactless check-in/out
Fire alarm
Cleaning products
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this vacation rental has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this vacation rental?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Gumnut Beach House Homestay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this vacation rental?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this vacation rental. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Gumnut Beach House Homestay pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this vacation rental is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Gumnut Beach House Homestay?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, air conditioning, non-smoking, balcony/terrace, and wifi/internet.
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