Coastal Kerala's Premium Boarding Farm
Dog Boarding Near Varkala Beach
Varkala is known for its cliff beaches, resort culture, and a growing community of permanent residents and expat dog owners. When you travel or simply need a safe, premium boarding option, Neolokam is 35 km away — the only open-land cage-free boarding farm in Kerala's Trivandrum district. Your coastal dog deserves farmland freedom.
Open Land
Cages
Food
WhatsApp Updates
Real freedom for your dog
What Cage-Free Really Means
Varkala dog owners — particularly those from the expat and resort community — tend to have high standards for animal welfare. Neolokam meets that standard with 1.5 acres of real farmland where dogs are genuinely free: no cages, no concrete, no small indoor pens. Just open land, trees, water, and trained supervision.
Standard Dog Boarding
- ✗ Concrete kennels with cage doors
- ✗ Random mixing of all dogs
- ✗ Commercial dry kibble
- ✗ Basic handlers — not trainers
- ✗ No trial visit required
- ✗ No updates unless you ask
- ✗ Artificial, indoor environment
Neolokam Cage-Free Boarding
- ✓ 1.5 acres of open natural farmland
- ✓ Behaviour-based group allocation
- ✓ Home-cooked, personalised nutrition
- ✓ Experienced trainers + caretakers
- ✓ Mandatory trial visit + assessment
- ✓ Daily WhatsApp/call updates
- ✓ Carbon capture farm — zero pollution
Simple, transparent process
How Boarding Works — 3 Steps
No surprises.
Trial Visit (Mandatory)
Bring your dog between 6–9 AM. We assess behaviour, energy level, and social compatibility. No boarding without this step.
Assessment & Grouping
Based on the trial, your dog is placed in the right group — Saints (calm), Fireballs (high energy), or Stars (sensitive).
Book & Board
Once cleared, book via WhatsApp or call. Drop-off and pickup: 6–9 AM daily. Daily updates throughout the stay.
~35 km from Varkala
Getting Here from Varkala
Neolokam is located at Kollodu, Malayinkil — approximately 35 km from Varkala. Members can arrange pickup/drop coordination.
🚗 Route from Varkala
From Varkala cliff or Varkala town, head south on NH-66 toward Attingal. Continue through Attingal and take the Balaramapuram turnoff, then head toward Malayinkil. The farm at Kollodu is approximately 35 km from Varkala — about 45–55 minutes depending on traffic. Dogs from coastal Varkala and Edava tend to respond well to Neolokam's open land environment.
Varkala has a significant community of long-term residents, expats, and yoga retreat owners who keep dogs. Many travel internationally or to other Indian cities. Neolokam's WhatsApp update system and trained caretakers provide the peace of mind that Varkala dog owners need when they are away.
📍 Pickup & Drop Coordination
Members boarding for 5+ days from the Varkala area may enquire about pickup/drop coordination. Given the 35 km distance, advance planning (1 week minimum) is required. WhatsApp us to discuss. Drop-off and pickup: 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM daily.
Farm Address:
KP 21/385-B, Varahalakshmi, Edathara,
Kollodu, Via Malayinkil,
Thiruvananthapuram 695571
Everything your dog needs
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Your questions answered
FAQ — Varkala Dog Owners
How far is Neolokam from Varkala?
Neolokam is approximately 35 km from Varkala — about 45–55 minutes by car via NH-66 south through Attingal and the Balaramapuram–Malayinkil road. For Varkala residents, this is the closest genuine open-land cage-free boarding facility in the Trivandrum district.
My dog is used to being near the sea and open spaces. Will they adjust to a farm environment?
Varkala dogs that are used to open coastal environments almost always thrive at Neolokam. The farm provides a similar sense of space and freedom — 1.5 acres of open land, natural surroundings, and fresh air. The mandatory trial visit will confirm how your dog responds to the farm setting before any long stay.
I travel internationally from Varkala / run a guest house. Can I board my dog for long periods?
Yes. Neolokam's annual membership plans (30 boarding days per year) are designed exactly for owners who travel for extended periods. Essential plan (₹11,111/yr for small dogs), Villager Elite (₹15,555/yr for medium), and Royal Resident (₹22,222/yr for large dogs). Call or WhatsApp to discuss your specific boarding schedule.
Book a Trial Visit — 35 km from Varkala
Trial visits: 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM daily. Call or WhatsApp to schedule. No boarding without a trial visit — this is non-negotiable.
KP 21/385-B, Varahalakshmi, Edathara, Kollodu, Via Malayinkil, Thiruvananthapuram 695571