Tyford Estate is 2900 acres of land at 3400 ft. above sea level, which transcends any visitor into tranquility. It is the oldest estates opened in 1860, by the missionary Henry Baker Jr. who was appointed by the Travancore Rajas on request of Colonel Munro who played a decisive part in opening up of Peermade as a plantation destination. Henry Baker Junior, first planted coffee, but it was abandoned to concentrate on tea plantation, in 1885. One can feel the richness of soil and freshness of green all along the estate which has 3 divisions - Tyford, Vembanad and Fairfield - subsequently consolidated into one - Tyford Tea Estate, now changed hands to the present owners, the Aban Group Ltd in 1993.
The Wiltshire Bungalow was rebuilt on an old bungalow for the conscious modern traveller. The five bedrooms ensuite for guests which are kept in perfect decorum, style and comfort giving a coziness and a homely atmosphere. The view from the eastward facing patio on the south is a sight to behold which soothes the senses. A chain of green clad hills stands bordering the eastern horizon and the valley below is a collage of green tea plantation and red flame of the forest trees. The inviting indoors and its gracious setting are sporting in Victorian-era furniture, modern amenities with large 5 bedrooms to offer.
