One of the best decision of 2021 was to visit Wayanad. We planned this trip to take a break from hustle bustle of city life and nothing could have been... read more better than THE GREEN GARDEN farm stay. We loved this place soo much that we decided to spend more time in the Lap of Mother Nature rather than visiting too many touristy places.

To talk about the hospitality that was shown by Mr Laiju including their staff, is way more than what we expected. Despite of Mr. Laiju's absence, his continuous effort of communicating and coordinating with staff made our stay and trip seamless and comfortable. We enjoyed farm grown fresh produce & delicious Kerala cuisine food cooked by Sushma. We got to know a lot about sustainable living practices and experiences with our interaction with Sushma and Hari.

A special thanks to Mr Laiju for an amazing birthday surprise arrangement for my spouse on her special day.

We are gonna cherish the memories of Wayanad journey with TGG Foundation for long time and looking forward to our next visit very soon.

In short, our 5 day stay at farm was full of new experiences, learning and moments which cant be described in words!

  My wife and I had four wonderful days staying at the Green Gardens farm.
Lajiu kept following up with us till we reached the farm on the day of... read more arrival. He was also available on (Hidden by Airbnb) or a quick call if we need any information.

Care takers Sushma and Hari are just wonderful.

Sushma is an amazing cook. We loved the food served throughout our stay. Jackfruit seeds curry was my favorite. Sushma packed a few Jackfruit chips as well for our return journey.

Hari is an all rounder. He has amazing knowledge of the plants and trees in the farm.

The farm fruits are just delicious. We had avocados, Passion fruit, jackfruit, Pineapple, Guava, Carrots and the humble Banana.

The best part of the stay is the plant donation activity. We thoroughly enjoyed planting a Jamba plant.

The farm itself is a bio-diversity hotspot. I saw many new bird (close to 20) and plant species. Only regret I have is that I could not capture the birds. (Carry a good SLR camera if you love capturing birds and insects.) They are just vibrant. Whole day I was just listening to the sounds of these little birds.

There are very big nurseries close to the stay. If you enjoy visiting one, give it a try.

First day we found it a little difficult to adjust to the noise of Crickets. Got used to it from the second day.

It was a great decision to stay in the Green Gardens farm. Live close to the nature, soak in the sun, enjoy and relax your body and mind.

Looking forward to my next trip to the Green Gardens.

  As described by several others the place is unreal ,raw,natural and piece of heaven. If you really want to restore faith in goodness and want to know how the axis... read more of world is in balance then do experience this surreal place.

  Look no further for a down to earth, untouched beauty and a fantastic stay experience. Come here ready to do absolutely nothing, forget everything and be at peace.

While... read more this may come across as a Resort to any person first looking at this listing, it is far from the same. This is an out and out Farm Stay. Devoid of any commercial undertaking (except for the Room which you’ll be staying in), this is simply a breathtakingly predominant Tea farm with lush greenery surrounding it. A Trip to this wonderful location is truly worth it for any Indian looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of the City, clear the mind and detox. And for any Foreigners who want an insight into Tea Plantation and the best Organic Farm Practices at the moment in India, this is a perfect place for learning, unwinding and a simple vacation.

This turned out to not just be a simple stay vacation, it was a very educational and informational trip as well. You can learn to pluck Tea Leaves, taste fresh honey just taken out of the Beehive, taste fresh organic Mangoes as your dessert during lunch, try a passion fruit drink and ripe jack fruit if you’re lucky and it falls during your stay.

The term ‘Super Host’ would be an understatement for Mr. Laiju. He is a treasure trove of knowledge on Organic Farming & sustainable and ethical practices pertaining to it. Through the TGG Foundation and the self-help group they support (headed by Sushma), it is a wonderful outreach and support system they render to the persons employed at the farm. Mrs. Sushma, who manages the Farm, is an inspiration to all of us and a personification of hard work and dedication. She is also a fantastic Cook (although, be warned, it is predominantly Vegetarian & Egg based foods over here) and the 5 days I lived here was filled with simple farm produce based vegetarian foods. Also, the Tea made by her is simply fabulous. Some might find it difficult to communicate with her since she primarily speaks Malayalam but she makes a conscious effort to learn english and can communicate with you basically.

Every Rupee I have spent over here has been supported by Vouchers and receipts. Mr. Laiju also helped me out in arranging a Cab from and back to Kozhikode Airport, which worked out significantly cheaper than what other cab guys would have usually fleeced for the same, so do not hesistate to ping him once you reserve the listing.

Also, don’t miss out on the Full Body Massage offered by one of the members of the self-help group {at an additional fee of approximately ₹700 (when I took it)}. It is thoroughly relaxing and rejuvenating.

If you’re headed here, come with the most basic comfortable clothing (full hand and full track advisable because of the mosquitos at times), that book you’ve always wanted to read and the most relaxing instrumental music you like. Just relax and just hear the birds chirping away, the sound of insects, geese quacking and frogs croaking.

You won’t feel like going out for the first few days. And when you do go for your walks, just follow the road, you will come across some of the most beautiful views of other farms and flora. And please, please try to bring as few plastics here possible and do not throw them indiscriminately, for I have personally seen how most people have scattered everything from wrappers and bottles outside on both sides of the road.

There’s nothing much to do after around 7 o’clock since it becomes pitch dark outside, so it would be better to spend the first half of the day from 7AM - 7PM walking, reading outside etc. and keep your laptop binge watching and unavoidable work emails post 7PM.

In a time when we are accustomed to the fast-paced cosmopolitan life, it is necessary to unwind a little and come back to square one, which is exactly what I did and what exactly this place offers. I’d love to come back more often, not just for the pleasant weather and the wonderful surroundings, but also for the people here and to support wonderful ventures such as this.

Also, Kudos to Airbnb for prominently promoting such a wonderful listing in Wayanad, and for all the assistance through Ms. Roshawnda in extending the stay and co-ordinating with the Host when I requested for it.

  This is a very special place indeed. I had a wonderful 5 days and nights in this beautiful part of the World. Sushma, Hari and Laiju deserve all the rave... read more reviews they get, 5 stars all over. The hospitality, the kindness, the attention, the facilities, the gorgeous homemade vegeterian food, the peace and quiet, the beautiful surroundings, the birds singing etc etc. It just felt very very good, and I was sad to leave, and hopefully I will be back sooner than later. Highly highly recommended for nature loving people who want to get a real feel of rural Kerala.

  My girlfriend and I stayed at Laiju’s place for our trip in wayanad and it was one of our best experiences together. The place is far from the busy streets... read more and is instead located in nature. This allows a lot of opportunity to disconnect and live much more simply. The hosts were super caring and helpful always responding to any questions or concerns that we had. The nature surrounding the airbnb is very lush providing many things to do and see. The airbnb also provided a food option of three meals a day and each of them were extremely fresh and delicious. I highly recommend Laiju’s place to someone looking for a raw and beautiful experience in some of the best nature India has to offer.

  I honestly can’t say enough good things about this place. It is total magic. It will open your heart and mind. It’s totally safe, very tranquil and private, and an... read more all-around retreat-like environment. The flora and fauna are vast and interesting, there are fun critters running around the farm if you’re still enough to wait for them. The room was cools be quiet and spacious, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom was big! Laiju and his family were very helpful in setting up trips to town and helped me with everything I needed. I was traveling totally solo, and I couldn’t have felt safer honestly. And of course, my two sweet loves, Hari and Sushma, worked on the farm everyday and we became fast friends. They are both such gems, and were extremely accommodating. They showed me so much love and kindness, the language barrier really stopped mattering after a while. Oh and The food was absolutely delicious and fresh—like super fresh.

There are trails to walk throughout the farm, not to mention some lovely little village roads to run around. You will get lost in the vast array of fruit trees and crops. And if you’re lucky, Laiju will sell you some fresh coffee and black pepper to take home. Don’t miss your chance to do the pepper dance, either—it’s legendary.

Please do yourself a favor and stay here. Check out the organization, give it a go, and let your soul decide. It knows the way!

  Staying at TGG was a highlight of our 2 month adventure travelling India. Laiju is an inspiring person who welcomed us into the foundation which we were eager to learn... read more about. The farm is peaceful and beautiful but more than that, it has a soul that will leave you wanting to return as soon as possible (or staying a lot longer than planned, if able to). Laiju organised wonderful activities which are unlike the touristy excursions you will have done elsewhere. Instead, they were focused on community and skill sharing, creating a unique atmosphere which we loved being a part of. The staff are great and the food was INCREDIBLE. We cannot recommend this place enough.
We can’t wait to visit again and hope a lot of our friends and family will also get the opportunity to spend time at The Green Gardens Farm

  The stay have been amazing. Laiju is a great host. He keeps on ensuring our comfort, checks with us as well as the staff .
Hari and Sushma are great... read more human beings. I would want to visit the place only to be around those people. Felt like home.
Sushma Chechi cooks great food.
It was a perfect vacation for us. Thanks Laiju for maintaining the place as it is. The organic greens. The vegetable from the garden. Enjoyed every bit of it.

  wonderful place right in middle of a calm forest and lush greenery till where your eyes can see. Hari and sushma are such gems. helped us with everything around the... read more farm.

it was wonderful meeting Mr. Laiju and his learning about his vision for a better world. would highly recommend a visit to get some nature flowing within you.

  The stay was everything all the other visitors had described it as. The room and bathroom was neat and clean. I travelled alone and Mr Laiju was there on call... read more and (Hidden by Airbnb) anytime I needed help. The food was absolutely delicious and Sushma and her husband were always on stand by to help and were more than happy to show me around. Keeping in mind they didn't speak Hindi or English they sure made efforts to communicate. It was an overall relaxing and enriching experience and a perfect getaway. Would highly recommend!

  Very peaceful getaway, perfect for those who want to eat great homemade food and take time for themselves.

  Very good peaceful place. Vegetarian food three times given for rhm members. Location is good and is close to Edekkal caves. Host is friendly. Workers Sushma and Hari... read more are good. Room is big and bathroom is big. only vegetarian food was served plus eggs and omlette. nice place. you will be given non veg food if you ask. but vegetarian is good for health. Good tea was provided without milk but I didn't ask milk based chai. this is not a big deal for me. overall it was a nice experience. yoga class was offered.

  The place is excellent to stay away from city hustles. Very calm and serene to be.

  Me and Frank had an amazing time at the unique Air BnB. At this Eco farm we were given delicious food 3 times a day and got the opportunity to... read more get involved with an ethical and sustainable way of living.

We loved our time here. If you’re somebody always desperate for activities then maybe this isn’t for you but if you love being in nature and eating incredible food then this one is definitely one to recommend.

Thanks Mr Laiju and Co 🙂

  A great stay with plantation all around.. It was comfortable for me. Totally recommended!

  Beautiful spot in nature, perfect to relax, to be away from crazy city. To return to nature, and tune into yourself. The food is made with so much love BY... read more Sushma and you can always ask to chance something if you need/want something else. Laijus is a very open person, always ready to help. We felt really welcomed by Laijus and Sushma. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone who needs some rest in nature. Or who's more interested in organic farming.

  Perfect destination if you want a place away from any kind of civilization.

  This is one of those special experiences you'll cherish through life. The space allowed me to re-connect with myself, waking up to the sounds of birds, dew on the porch,... read more and fresh air. I'm grateful this place exists and thank Mr.Laiju for allowing me to experience this hidden gem.

  Amazing place and platform to learn and experiment sustainability minimalism.
Slow mode, have 4G most of the time, live video call had issues sometimes.
Hari was able to... read more get Fresh toddy and barbecued tapioca, yam and bananas. Built around progressive values and guiding stars. Thanks for warm welcome and hospitality, will visit again soon

  This has two of my most favourote things come together:
1. Nature - 6 acres of adundant nature just for you. Breathing the air and let the birds fly by... read more your side are pleasures you can never get bored of.

2. Food - Biba's home made Malyali food is heavenly. Never had such delicious, authentic local food.

And to top it the philosophy with which Mr. Laiju ]has set this up - real sustainability amidst the greed of capitalism. He was gracious enough to inivte me at his house for the wonderful dinner and we had such diverse and immersive talks over the days I spent there.

The facilities are essential so go there not for the luxury but for the experience you will have.

  We had a wonderful and peaceful stay at the Farm. Laiju was very friendly and the communication was always helpful.
You have to be an RHM-member to stay at the... read more farm but getting the membership is an easy task. To realize the sustainability-goals you have to fulfill requirements which are flexible and easily done.
All in all we enjoyed the green remote farm and the few days we spend there!

  I would rate this more than 5-stars if I could. It’s a big shame what is happening to our environment at the moment, and by staying in a place like... read more this, you are contributing to a better world. Laiju and sushma will take great care of you, and you will leave feeling rejuvenated, relaxed and hopeful about the future of our world. This place is one of a kind. Switch off and get in touch!

  Our stay at Green garden’s farm was great. Such a peaceful, serene accommodation. The room was clean and comfortable. Food is so homely and delicious. Laiju is extremely helpful... read more and helped us with other recommendations in Wayanad as well. Special thanks to Namita and Laiju, for inviting us for lunch, it was delicious!
We will definitely go back 🙂