Private 3-Bedroom Garden-Pool Villa Nr Kovalam ECR

Claytides is a private garden-and-pool estate villa on the East Coast Road near Mahabalipuram. Built with sun-dried mud blocks, lime plaster, and red oxide floors, it reflects earth-based, climate-responsive design inspired by Laurie Baker. The villa hosts up to 8 guests across 3 bedrooms, with a temple-tank–inspired pool, lush gardens, and a separate air-conditioned hall for intimate gatherings and celebrations. The space Welcome to Claytides, a private garden-and-pool estate villa on Chennai’s East Coast Road, just minutes from Kovalam’s backwaters and beach. Shaped by earth-built architecture and the easy rhythms of its coastal setting, this palm-wrapped escape offers a sense of openness and ease where architecture, water, and landscape come together naturally. Built using sun-dried mud blocks, lime plaster, and red oxide floors, the house reflects a commitment to material honesty and climate-responsive design. Influenced by the principles of Laurie Baker, the architecture feels grounded and generous with shaded verandahs, garden-facing rooms, and a natural flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. A temple-tank-inspired pool pavilion anchors life on the estate, becoming the social heart of everyday stays and celebrations alike. Inside, curated collections of photographs, books, art, and heritage pieces add depth throughout. Claytides is equally suited to relaxed family weekends and thoughtfully planned gatherings. Events unfold across the gardens and poolside, supported by a separate, air-conditioned hall designed specifically for indoor functions, ensuring comfort without intruding on the private areas of the home. Mornings unfold in the gardens, afternoons by the pool, and evenings under open skies. Designed as a place to live, gather, and celebrate, Claytides invites you to slow down, come together, and enjoy the simple rhythmic luxuries of space, light, and time. INCLUDED IN THE VILLA ACCOMMODATION in 3-bedroom whole villa exclusive to you LOCATION HOST to welcome you and look after your needs during your stay. VILLA STAFF comprising housekeeper and groundskeeper. KITCHEN self-use of kitchen to cook your own meals with appliances, cooking gas, drinking water included. A cook can be arranged with at least 48-hour advance notice for three meals daily. This strictly subject to availability and at a charge, COMPLIMENTARY SELF-SERVICE TEA & COFFEE throughout the day LUXURY BATH AMENITIES Shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, hand wash, and body lotion. SWIMMING POOL 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM use of swimming pool AIR-CONDITIONING 03 bedrooms, 01 living room, 01 dining room. ELECTRICITY and 100% genset back-up with automatic changeover. INTERNET complimentary Wi-Fi broadband access. DAILY HOUSEKEEPING from 09o0-1230 hrs; daily room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, bed making; light cleaning of house. TURNDOWN SERVICE Daily evening turndown service. LINEN CHANGE Bed & bath linen changed once every three days. Guest access • Temple tank–inspired outdoor, covered swimming pool with shaded seating • Central Octagon Lounge at the core of the home with comfortable seating • Living Room with smart TV, OTT access and relaxed sofas • Informal dining & games nook with a 4-seater table • Dining room with a 6-seater dining table adjacent to the kitchen • Wrap-around verandah with seating leading into the garden • First-floor terrace sit-out with pool and garden views • Garden Area with traditional entrance portal expansive lawns and pathways • Separate air-conditioned indoor event hall with separate events kitchen. (Note: Events require an additional fee) • Open carpark for up to 3 cars Other things to note - Power supply may fluctuate; a backup generator supports utilities automatically. - Pets cannot be hosted to preserve the villa’s interiors and gardens. - A chef can be arranged with 48-hour advance notice for three meals daily, subject to availability. - - Guests may also choose from nearby restaurants for dine-in or ordering in. - Please remove footwear at the entrance; a shoe rack is provided. - Smoking is not allowed indoors; permitted outdoors or on the first-floor sun terrace. - The villa features natural materials; expect some outdoor frogs and insects. Mosquitoes are present between 5-7 pm; keep doors/windows sealed and use repellent. - Supervision of children is required at the temple tank-inspired pool, which has shallow areas. - The garden may have low visibility at night; a torch is recommended. - The first-floor spiral staircase is narrow; elderly guests should use ground floor rooms. - No separate accommodation for staff; check for alternate stays for drivers and caregivers. - The area is quiet but not isolated; distant sounds may occasionally be heard. Nearby Attractions and Durations. ● Muttukadu Boat House: 5 mins ● MGM Dizzee World: 5 mins ● DakshinaChitra: 5 mins ● Kovalam Beach: 10 mins ● ISKCON Temple: 12 mins ● Madras Crocodile Bank: 15 mins ● VGP Marine Kingdom: 20 mins ● Mahabalipuram: 20 mins ● Kanchipuram: 1.5 hours ● Pondicherry: 2 hours ● Bangalore: 5.5 hours ● Chennai Airport: 45 mins ● Chennai Central Railway Station: 60 mins