Kanlaya's Eyrie, Luxury Homestay

The property is amazing especially the sunrise is stunning. The hosts are extremely knowledgable about the local culture, food, nature, politics etc etc which makes it a very valuable experience of true travelling.

My second time staying here and this wonderful place just gets better. Nestled in the most beautiful mountainside, this place is a true gem. The rooms are beautiful and spacious, with great balconies. The views are stunning, and the grounds are beautifully landscaped. Everything has been thought through to preserve the environment and the local culture. The breakfast food is exceptional, especially considering it is in such a remote location. Phillip and Gale (the owners) are so nice and helpful, and will arrange the most amazing outings to encounter nature and local villagers in places with zero tourists. I really can’t wait to come back to this place.

This is truly a hidden gem. What a beautiful property. Rooms are very nice and comfortable. Philip and Gayle have created an amazing space for travelers to come to and explore this part of the world.

Loved everything. Wished we could have stayed longer.

Such a beautiful place in a fabulous rural location. Philip & Gail are great hosts and give great information & advice about the local area. The food was all excellent, we particularly enjoyed the candlelit dinners.

This is a lovely property. The rooms are well laid out, very clean and comfortable with wonderful views. The best feature of our stay were the hosts Gail and Philip. We were treated as part of an extended family and nothing was too much trouble for them to arrange. Sop Pong or more correctly the village of Baan Tham Lod where Kanlaya's Eyrie is located does not appear to have many attractions other than it famous cave Tham Nam Lot however the reality is that many of Pai's activities, such as kayaking and walking, are done at or near Baan Tam Lod. Philip has a plethora of activities for his guests on top of the cave, kayaking and walks. Our stay at Kanlaya was a highlight of our trip - the mixing with other guests around an outside fire and having a range of activities recommended and arranged for us. I wished we had skipped Pai and stayed 4 days here doing more of the day trips suggested by Philip.

There are not many food options near Kanlaya which means eating at home most nights. The room could have been slightly warmer but that is probably only relevant to me who has lived in the tropics for many years and finds anything under 20 degrees cold. All rooms do have air conditioning units which both cool and heat.

We had an absolutely marvellous experience at Kanlaya Home Stay! The rooms were beautifully decorated and provided a cosy and comfortable environment throughout our stay. The attention to detail in the design and furnishings including the garden were beautiful and one of a kind. But what truly stood out to me were the incredible dinners organised by the staff on both the 30th and 31st of December. The food was absolutely delicious, and I was amazed at how well-organised and thoughtfully prepared everything was. It was truly a feast for the senses, and I enjoyed every bite. I also thought it was great that Gail organised a New Year party for all the guests. I also appreciated the wide range of activities that were offered at Kanlaya Home Stay. From hiking to Karen lunches, there was always something exciting to do. It was a great opportunity to explore the beautiful surroundings and immerse myself in the local culture. Philip was a great help with organising a fully exciting f stay. Whilst there were a few instances where communication was a bit lost in translation and things got a bit chaotic, overall, it did not detract from my overall enjoyment of the stay. In fact, it added to the charm and made it feel more like a family experience rather than a traditional hotel stay. If you're looking for a place where you can truly feel like you're part of the family and not just a guest, I highly recommend Kanlaya Home Stay. The beautiful rooms, incredible dinners, and diverse activities make it a perfect choice for a unique and memorable stay.

Sometimes the lack of organisation or communication between staff

an extraordinary place! we were amazed! the design of the rooms is stunning and the whole atmosphere in the place and the surroundings fantastic! a real diamond! we are so happy, we found this hidden secret :-) Philippe and Gaile are wonderful people, making the whole stay absolutely perfect! food and drinks at the firesite were amazing! we will definitely be back!

Beautiful idyllic oasis in the green heart of northern Thailand. You can see and feel the love and the great effort that went into making this place possible. The owners and the staff are very friendly and try to make every wish possible.