Nothing happens when you first drive the 8-odd kilometres from the Shornur railway station in Kerala towards this charming two-bedroom villa in Painkulam village; when you go down the slightly winding road and open the large green gates that lead to this house built in laterite with a tiled roof; or even when you enter the mud-finished morning room cum kitchen! Nothing happens other than a quiet peace that takes over, forcing you to slow down, stay silent and simply stare. NOTE: Don't forget to say hello to our two beloved pet dogs, Savitri and Tamara, who roam the grounds with wagging tails and open hearts, ready to welcome you with love.

Run a publishing company for Indian comic books. Is a ceramic, mosaic artist, soap maker and a nature enthusiast.

Painkulam is a village in Kerala, South India. The house is located on a 1-acre property. Only three other houses nearby. There is a temple nearby, and the Bharatapuzha River is a 3-minute walk away from Shantam. The neighbourhood is serene and mostly silent. The village gets active only during festivals. Places of interest: Kerala Kala Mandala, Ayurveda research centre, temples, Bharathapuzha river, Farmer's share sustainable living community, Weaver's village, Koodiyattam-Sanskrit theatre- school