There’s more to do here than you might think, though a week-long stay may be more than enough.

Eat: (see Dining):  with fresh produce straight off the tree, local cooks and fish straight from the river, it gets no fresher or more authentic than this.

Exercise: let the kids run around, the owners have young children so they will always have company. The swimming pool is lovely and very relaxing, next to the dining area and looking out at the rice paddies. There’s a badminton net set up as well.

Kayaking: take one of the property’s kayaks, canoes or the rowing boat and explore the creek, and if you’re braver, the larger river.

Cycling: bicycles are available and are a good way to explore the local area which is never too busy with traffic.

Birdwatching: this is a great place for birders and the Dr Salim Ali, Chorao bird sanctuary is just a few km away. Be prepared to spot hornbills, golden oreoles lapwings, kingsfishers and many more species.

Fishing: this can be arranged with local fishermen; there’s plenty of freshwater fish to be had and you can then take home the catch for your hosts to prepare for dinner!