Brunton boatyard Kochi gives an opportunity to live the glorious past of Fort Kochi and colonial
experience. As soon as I stepped into property, I was traversed into different era. The ‘Punkha’
in reception which is more like a courtyard; cooled off the heated head. A green garden in the
middle of property which is covered with flowers was eye soothing and the antique furniture
was telling the tales of how Brunton boatyard was an actual boatyard. As I walked through the
lobby watching over the paintings, it made me realized so much has happened in the area
around. Vasco D’Gama found the fabled sea route to the Indies, establishing the spice route
and began the story of glorious past of India. If the story itself wasn’t appealing enough; the
location of Brunton boatyard definitely is, situated on the heart of Fort Kochi. I spent mornings
exploring the markets and evenings watching the sun setting behind the Chinese fishing net. It is
the gateway for many interesting places around, Jews street is one of my favorite.
For me the best part of stay was queen like room, the bed was 4 feet high, the Portuguese
furniture was so carefully crafted; I was so disconnected to the outer world. The details in
everything actually kept me mesmerized throughout my stay. I absolutely loved the small
history brochure and the map of Kochi fort placed along with 9 varieties of tea and filter coffee.
The view from swimming pool was spectacular as well, watching the ships passing by at Cochin
harbor as I swam.
Breakfast table by the sea is all I needed in the mornings and I couldn’t stop myself having the
unlimited number of freshly baked cakes by the chef. The food quality is supreme in Brunton
boatyard and each dish is very carefully made by the chef. I had a great time interacting with
him to know his secret ingredients. The most recommended ones are home Mutton curry and
Moilee Fish. The ‘history restaurant’ which is one among the many restaurants, is a journey in
itself where each dish reflects a particular community from Kerala. The evenings are even more
beautiful here. It is a heavenly experience to have a cocktail on the deck seeing the sun setting
behind the Arabian Sea. This is the place about which I can keep writing, but the words cannot
do the justice to real experience.
You may also read my review of Coconut Lagoon, Kumarakom which is another beautiful property by CGH Earth.
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