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Chola
A row of cottages at midday: thatched roofs, cream and pale-lilac walls, dark timber doors, clipped topiary in planters along a herringbone brick path.

House rules

Policies

Stated plainly

What You Can Expect, and What We Expect

Nothing here should be a surprise on arrival. Where a policy is still being confirmed we have said so rather than guessing — ask us and we will give you the current position.

Arrival and departure

  • Check-in from 2pm; check-out by 11am
  • Early check-in and late check-out subject to the nights either side
  • Government photo ID required at check-in for every adult guest
  • Ongole railway station pickups arranged on request

Cottages

  • Maximum occupancy is per cottage type and is not flexible
  • Children are welcome; extra bedding subject to cottage type
  • No smoking inside the cottages
  • Damage is charged at cost, assessed after checkout

The pool

  • Open 8.30am to 8.30pm; closed outside those hours
  • Swimwear only — no cotton clothing in the water
  • Liquor is not permitted in the pool area
  • Food and snacks are not permitted in the pool area
  • Closed to general swimming when booked for an event

Events

  • Catering is our own kitchen; outside caterers are not permitted
  • Music until 10pm, in line with local norms
  • Decor may be brought in, subject to a walkthrough beforehand
  • Parking for cars and buses is provided on site
  • October to December bookings carry a free date change for weather

Still to be confirmed

  • Alcohol policy for the cottages, lawn and events
  • Pet policy
  • Cancellation terms and advance percentage
  • How GST is presented on the invoice
  • Damage deposit, if any

Ask first

If Something Here Matters to You

Especially anything in the last list. Message us and we will give you the position in writing before you pay anything.