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The Wilds @ Northern Hay, Masinagudi -
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Lymond House, Ooty -
Eta Carinae, Kotagiri
SerendipityO and us!
"Serendipity - the word that best describes the arrival of my great great grandfather and his brothers, in 1830 to The Nilgiris. They, like the brothers in the Persian fairytale, The Three Princes of Serendip, had the gift of making happy discoveries by chance and Ootacamund was one of them.
Nearly ten years ago, we decided to lovingly restore some of the beautiful properties they once owned and open them as guest houses and boutique hotels, under the name SerendipityO. O is for Ooty, our home in the hills for over one hundred and seventy five years."
- Junaid Ali Sait
(Southwick, Ooty)
ABOUT SERENDIPITYO
Who we are
Picturesque Locales. Adventure. Good Cheer
SerentipityO has seven resorts under its umbrella. Each property is unique and has plenty to offer for a fabulous holiday. The history preserved in each place adds more value to your experience. Soak in the old world charm at Lymond House, wilderness at Northern Hay, good cheer at Amberina, stunning view at 180° McIver, serenity at Cassiopeia, quiet charm at Richmond and the misty mountains at Eta Carinae. Each place is located in different parts of The Nilgiris Biosphere, so you will get to experience the best of every place.
OUR HERITAGE HOUSES
LYMOND HOUSE, Ooty
Dating back to 1855, Lymond House is the epitome of a bygone colonial era, the perfect getaway, set among a vista of flowering trees and sprawling lawns. One can enjoy the atmosphere that has been lovingly preserved for over 150 years.
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The WILDS @ the Northern Hay, Masinagudi
On the very edge of Mudumalai, a wild life sanctuary in the Nilgiris is The Wilds at Northernhay, an ancestral coffee plantation spread across 98 acres of wilderness. This jungle lodge has plenty to offer for nature enthusiasts.
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AMBERINA, Devala
A tea planter's bungalow, Amberina is now a haven for those seeking the bliss of solitude. Surrounded by trees and rolling hills covered in a blanket of tea, Amberina is a great escape, situated in the old gold mining hills of Devala.
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180° McIVER, Coonoor
180° McIver is a 115 year old colonial house that boasts of a stunning 180° view of Coonoor and the surrounding hills. One can enjoy glorious sunsets and watch the hill-sides twinkle to life as lights come on one by one, as night falls.
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RICHMOND, Coonoor
Situated in the heart of Coonoor, away from all the hustle and bustle of town is Richmond, a quiet and lovely old bungalow. Enjoy the privacy Richmond offers and still be within walking distance of town.
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CASSIOPEIA, Kotagiri
At the head of a ravine running down towards Mettupalayam, is the oldest hill station in the Nilgiris, Kotagiri. Situated among knolls and valleys that stretch towards Ellada is Cassiopeia, an ideal getaway overlooking a valley of acacias and tea estates.
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ETA CARINAE, Allakarai
Surrounded by misty mountains on all sides, Eta Carinae is a page straight out of a fairy tale book. A babbling brook and mist draped mountains are what your eyes can feast upon all day long. A few miles away from Kotagiri, this quiet little cottage, offers you breathtaking views of valleys and ravines.
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We understand your needs
At SerendipityO, we always follow the simple but powerful rule in the words of Nelson Boswell, "Always give people more than what they expect to get." This has been our driving force. We put all our energy into providing you a memorable stay with us and in turn get energised by your satisfied smiles.
Vidyut, Ahan and Kavita
Delhi"We had a great vacation in and around Ooty. We enjoyed every moment of our stay both at Lymond House and Northern Hay. Even our visit to McIver at Coonoor for lunch was great. We liked the way your staff took care of each and every thing that we needed and made us feel at home. Your visit to meet us is appreciated. Coming across elephants and the majestic tiger on Northern Hay safari was the icing on the cake. We missed out on Amberina, we are sure we will come back for that."
Ram Manickavasagam
Bengaluru“Northern Hay has given us the ultimate getaway from our city. The rich mix of English Style resorts nestled among the quiet coffee plantation is a dream. From the king size beds to the minute attention to detail, everything pleased us to the core. The safari was thrilling. The silence and the noise of the forest with such comfort of multi-cuisine food also added to the entire experience.”
Anand
Coimbatore"Had a nice and pleasant stay at your properties. Had an excellent and adventurous vacation. We especially loved the antique decor that adorns every corner of The Wilds at Northern Hay. Our stay at Devala too was beyond our expectations. The friendly and efficient staff made our trip more memorable."