# The Dunnottar Bungalow
> A 19th-century Scottish heritage bungalow on Kodaikanal Lake, Tamil Nadu, India. Five bedrooms, exclusive hire, home-cooked meals, and a family-owned history since 1947. Featured in Condé Nast Traveller India, Architectural Digest India, Vogue India, Design Pataki, and Sid the Wanderer.
The Dunnottar Bungalow is a heritage stay located on Lake Road, near Bryant Park, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu 624101, India.
Built in the 19th century, the bungalow was sold by a Scotsman known as Lord Chamberlain to Puliyadi Kuppuswami Iyer, a businessman and philanthropist from Madurai, around the time of Indian independence in 1947. The property has remained in the same South Indian family for four generations. Original Chamberlain-era furniture and artefacts remain in the bungalow today.
The interiors are curated by artist Shalini Biswajit.
## Bookable Configurations
- [The Whole Bungalow](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/the-bungalow): Five-bedroom exclusive hire of the complete bungalow for up to 16 guests.
- [North Bungalow](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/the-bungalow/dunnottar-north): Two-bedroom heritage wing for up to 8 guests.
- [South Bungalow](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/the-bungalow/dunnottar-south): Three-bedroom heritage wing for up to 8 guests.
## Key Pages
- [Our Story](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/home/our-story): History of the bungalow, its family ownership, and heritage context.
- [Amenities](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/amenities): Property amenities, facilities, and guest comforts.
- [Dining](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/dining): Home-cooked meals, in-house chef, and dining information.
- [Outdoor](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/outdoor): Garden, outdoor areas, lake-facing setting, and open-air experiences.
- [The Memory Book](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/the-memory-book): Guest memories, reviews, and testimonials.
- [FAQ](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/faq): Common questions about booking, check-in, policies, travel, food, pets, parking, and staff accommodation.
- [Bungalow Policy](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/bungalow-policy): House rules, check-in and check-out, cancellation policy, room cleaning, meals, laundry, smoking rules, guest registration, parking, and security deposit.
- [How to Get Here](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/how-to-get-here): Travel information for reaching The Dunnottar by road, train, or air.
- [Kodaikanal Guide](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/home/kodaikanal): Guide to Kodaikanal, including the lake, walking, hiking, cycling, boating, Sunday Market, and local experiences.
- [Book](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/book): Booking enquiry page.
- [Contact](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/contact): Contact details for availability, rates, stays, and private event enquiries.
## Booking
Direct enquiries are preferred.
- [WhatsApp](https://wa.me/919840099939): +91 98400 99939
- Email: info@thedunnottarkodai.in
- [Book page](https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in/book): Website booking enquiry page.
The Dunnottar is also listed on selected booking and villa platforms:
- [SaffronStays](https://www.saffronstays.com): Dunnottar North and South listings.
- [LuxUnlock](https://www.luxunlock.com/dunnottar-bungalow): Dunnottar Bungalow listing.
## Press
- [Condé Nast Traveller India](https://www.cntraveller.in/story/this-19th-century-bungalow-in-kodaikanal-has-all-the-makings-of-a-classic-summer-holiday/): Feature on The Dunnottar as a 19th-century bungalow in Kodaikanal.
- [Architectural Digest India](https://www.architecturaldigest.in/story/this-picturesque-retreat-in-kodaikanal-embodies-an-authentic-scottish-charm-dunnottar/): Feature on the bungalow’s Scottish charm and interiors.
- [Vogue India](https://www.vogue.in/content/boutique-mountain-and-beach-getaways-in-india-to-bookmark-for-your-summer-vacation): Included in a curated list of boutique mountain and beach getaways in India.
- [Design Pataki](https://www.designpataki.com/escape-into-an-idyllic-retreat-at-the-dunnottar-bungalow-in-kodaikanal/): Feature on The Dunnottar as an idyllic retreat in Kodaikanal.
- [Sid the Wanderer](https://www.sid-thewanderer.com/2023/09/review-the-dunnottar-bungalow-kodaikanal.html): Independent review of The Dunnottar Bungalow.
## Contact
- Website: https://www.thedunnottarkodai.in
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedunnottar/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-dunnottar-kodaikanal
- WhatsApp: +91 98400 99939
- Email: info@thedunnottarkodai.in
## Last Updated
May 2026