A car-free neighbourhood of townhouses, each with a private front and backyard, arranged around shared gardens and open spaces.
Saarang West is the newest residential neighbourhood within GoodEarth Saarang, set in the foothills of the Western Ghats in North Kerala.
Designed at a more intimate scale, it brings together compact homes, private outdoor spaces and shared gardens within a pedestrian neighbourhood. While each home has its own space and privacy, it remains connected to the larger life of Saarang, its farm, shared spaces, landscape and the community around it.
Where the spaces between the homes become part of everyday life.
At Saarang West, cars are kept away from the spaces between homes, leaving them open for people to walk, children to play and neighbours to meet. The homes open onto shared gardens and pedestrian pathways, allowing everyday life to unfold more naturally around them.
Each home is approached through a private front verandah and garden overlooking the shared greens. It creates a gentle transition between the privacy of home and the life of the neighbourhood.
At the rear, every home has its own private backyard, giving you another outdoor space to use in your own way.
Saarang West brings together 1 and 2 BHK townhouses across six home typologies. Each has been designed around efficient use of space, natural light and ventilation, and a close relationship between indoors and outdoors.
Saarang is located in Kannur district in North Kerala, with convenient access to Kannur International Airport, railway stations and the surrounding towns.
Saarang West is designed for people at different stages of life. You could be living on your own, starting a young family, working remotely, or looking at life after retirement. What connects these different people is the desire for a more active, engaged way of living, with nature, community and everyday interests closer to home.
Saarang North and South, the first two residential neighbourhoods within Saarang, are nearing completion, with several homes complete and more approaching handover. The farm, Birdwing Farmstay and several shared and outdoor spaces are already active.
Saarang is gradually becoming home to people from different places and at different stages of life, including people returning to Kerala and those moving from larger cities across India. With the first homes being handed over, several homeowners are preparing to move in. Birdwing Farmstay, the Guest house at Saarang is already active and regularly hosts guests, bringing people to Saarang throughout the year.
Yes. Saarang offers children space to play outdoors, explore the farm and grow up closer to nature. There are schools and educational institutions in the surrounding region, while the shared spaces create opportunities for children and families to meet and spend time together. As more young families make Saarang home, activities and facilities for children can also evolve around their needs.
Yes. Reliable internet connectivity makes working from home possible, while Kannur International Airport, about 25 minutes away, makes travel convenient when work requires it.
The 12-acre farm is privately owned and managed by GoodEarth, but it is very much a part of everyday life at Saarang. Residents may walk through the farm, spend time there and learn about the different crops, farming practices and ecology of the land. There can also be opportunities to participate in farm-related activities and learning as these evolve.
Cars are parked in designated areas within easy walking distance of the homes, keeping the spaces between them free for walking, play and everyday interaction. This makes the neighbourhood quieter and safer for children, while allowing the shared gardens and open spaces to become part of everyday life.
There isn't a prescribed routine. A day could begin with a walk around the central garden, spending some time on the farm, or walking further down to the stream to dip your feet in the water and sit for a while.
The day could be spent working from home with a view of the hills through your window, or you could take your work out to the garden or spend time pursuing your own interests.
Evenings might mean meeting neighbours, joining a game of volleyball or football on the common playground, taking a walk, or simply sitting on your verandah. You could also walk down the village road, stop at a wayside tea shop, and have a glass of hot chai with pazhampori.
On weekends, you can explore further. Trek up Puralimala, visit Poovatharkundu Falls, or spend the day exploring Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary, where the butterfly migration is an added experience during the season. Dharmadam and Muzhappilangad beaches are also about an hour's drive away, while Kannur has opportunities for those interested in surfing.
During the Theyyam season, nights take on a different rhythm, with performances taking place in kavus and temples across the region. And for a weekend, you could drive up into the hills towards Coorg or Wayanad.
Saarang is located within an existing rural neighbourhood rather than apart from it. There are opportunities to engage through the farm, local educational institutions, sports, cultural activities, local skills and enterprise. There are also active interest groups in the region that bring people together for discussions and knowledge sharing around literature, culture, science and other interests. The Community Hub within Saarang's public spaces is envisioned with flexible spaces that can host conversations, workshops, talks and other gatherings.
There is plenty to explore around Saarang. You could trek up Puralimala, visit Poovathurkundu Falls, or explore Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary, with its rich diversity of birds, butterflies and wildlife. During the butterfly migration season, there is even more to experience. You could spend the day at Dharmadam or Muzhappilangad beach, both about an hour's drive away, or try surfing at one of the surf clubs in Kannur. Kannur is also the closest city if you feel like heading out for a meal or spending an evening in town. And if you feel like going further, you could drive up into the hills towards Wayanad or Coorg, both a few hour's away.
Birdwing Farmstay within Saarang offers a comfortable place for visiting family and friends to stay, while still being close by.
Saarang is intended for people who want to call it home, be part of a community and build a life here, rather than for short-term stays. If you would like to spend some time at Saarang before deciding whether it is right for you, Birdwing Farmstay gives you an opportunity to stay here and get a sense of everyday life.
Walking and outdoor activity are naturally part of life at Saarang. The common grounds provide space for football, volleyball and other forms of recreation, while the hills and trails around Saarang offer opportunities for trekking and exploring on foot. The region is also known for Kalaripayattu, Kerala's traditional martial art, with local kalaris where those interested can learn and practise it.
No. Saarang is an intergenerational community and is not designed as senior living. It can, however, be a good fit for active seniors who want to continue pursuing their interests, stay physically and socially active, spend time outdoors.
There are many ways to stay involved. You could engage with nearby educational institutions and colleges, join local knowledge circles and interest groups, spend time on the farm, pursue sport or wellness, or contribute your own skills and experience. Saarang also creates opportunities for residents to initiate activities and interests of their own.
Kerala has a strong tradition of community-based care, including a network of ASHA workers and community-based palliative care services that support people closer to home. Healthcare, wellness and other support services are also available in the surrounding region, and we can help residents understand and connect with the options available locally. Over time, services within Saarang can also evolve in response to the needs of the community. The intention is not to create an institutional care environment, but to make it easier for people to find the support they need while continuing to live independently and remain connected to everyday community life.
Life at Saarang naturally encourages walking, outdoor activity and time in nature. The region also has a strong tradition of Ayurveda and wellness, with access to therapies and practitioners nearby. Nursing and personal care support can be arranged locally when needed. Birdwing Farmstay also offers wellness therapies and massages, particularly during the monsoon.
Saarang is located in Kannur district of Kerala, about one hour by road from Kannur town. The Kannur International Airport is just 25 minutes away. From Bangalore, it takes around 5-6 hour's, depending on traffic.
Airport: 25 minutes
Railway: Thalassery station nearby; Kannur station one hour away
Hospitals: Primary healthcare facilities within 5 minutes by road
Roads leading to the project are in excellent condition. It is just 1 km from the main road, which connects directly to airports and essential facilities.
A number of schools are located in and around the towns close to Saarang, offering different curricula and approaches to learning.
Everyday groceries, fresh produce and essentials are available locally in and around Maloor. Peravoor and Iritty offer a wider range of shops, supermarkets, healthcare, banking and other services. With relatively light traffic on these routes, the nearby towns are easily accessible for day-to-day needs.
There is a strong sense of familiarity with the people and the place around Saarang. Many of those who work here are from the neighbouring villages and have been associated with Saarang over the years. Public spaces have also been designed within Saarang to encourage interaction with the wider local community. The playground near the entrance, for instance, often comes alive in the evenings with children and adults from the neighbouring villages playing football and volleyball. This sense of familiarity and connection is very much a part of everyday life here.
GoodEarth Saarang, Maloor Panchayat, Mattannur - Peravoor Road, Kannur District, Kerala, India.
