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Isan Thai Homestay

Name: Isan Thai Homestay
Address: TH

Thailand

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Updated Jul 2026

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Overview

Isan Thai Homestay is a hotel in Thailand.

F&B Operations: Chillies are included in Isaan cuisine but are optional for guests with a delicate palate. Personal food preferences are taken care of.

Who are the hosts at Isan Thai Homestay?The hosts are Graham Chennells and Nattaya Taptanee. Graham has a Guesthouse and Eco-Adventure Tour company in South Africa and extensive worldwide travel experience. Nattaya speaks good English, is skilled at organising stays, offers Thai massage, pedicure, manicure, and cooks genuine Isaan cuisine.
What activities and experiences are available at the homestay?Guests can experience rice, livestock, mushroom and vegetable farming, visit local schools, participate in temple life, explore local markets, watch Thai boxing, integrate with families and village elders, and learn about how villages are run and the influence of the temple on town life.
What is the cultural experience like at the homestay?Guests immerse themselves in Thai village and family life, experiencing day-to-day Isaan living. Upon arrival, guests can receive a 'Good Lucky' number and message from the Buddha. Room numbers (9, 18, 27) are chosen according to Buddhist folklore and tradition.
What kinds of experiences or services does Isan Thai Homestay offer?The property offers guesthouse accommodation, homestay visits, meditation experiences, and self-guided or guided tours of central Isaan.
What tours are available in the area?Self-guided or guided tours of central Isaan are available, centring around Khon Kaen, Roi-et and Kalasin. Activities mentioned include cycling in the countryside and walking through the rice fields.

What languages do the hosts speak?Nattaya speaks good English and Thai. Graham speaks English, some Dutch/Afrikaans, and Zulu.
Who are the owners of Isan Thai Homestay?Isan Thai Homestay is owned and run by Graham Chennells and Nattaya Taptanee. Graham is originally from Zululand, South Africa, and has an extensive background in hospitality, farming, and adventuring. Nattaya was born in Ban Khe, Thailand, and owns a small rice farm and general farm land. They have been together for 12 years and are married.
What kind of property is Isan Thai Homestay?It is a large double-storey farmhouse converted into a guesthouse/homestay, located in an Isaan village setting in Thailand.
What is the background or story behind this homestay?The homestay was conceived by Graham Chennells based on a plan he had during a ten-month stay in Thailand many years ago. He and his wife Nattaya, who is a local Thai landowner from Ban Khe, decided together to launch this venture. They split their time between Thailand and South Africa.

What is the contact information for the homestay?You can contact Nattaya at 0066883497894, Graham at 0027606658833, or by email at [email protected].
How can I contact Isan Thai Homestay?You can contact Nattaya at +66 88 349 7894, Graham at +27 60 665 8833, or email [email protected].

Is there a local connection to the area?Yes. Co-owner Nattaya Taptanee was born locally in Ban Khe and owns a small rice farm, fruit and vegetable land (Pawpaws, Litchis, Bananas, lemons, other vegetables), and a small fish farm in the area.
Where is Isan Thai Homestay located?The property is located in Ban Khe, which lies at the centre of a direct line between Kalasin and Roi-et, described as the centre of Isaan. Experiences centre around Khon Kaen, Roi-et and Kalasin.

What food is served at the homestay?Guests eat regular Isaan food with personal preferences catered to. Dishes include Som Tam salad, Kai Yang grilled chicken, vegetable/herb soups with pork or chicken, and sticky rice with traditional dishes. Chillies are a way of life but optional for those with a delicate palate.

Is Thai massage available at the homestay?Yes, Nattaya offers quality Thai massage, pedicure, and manicure services.

How many rooms are available at the homestay?There are three initial rooms available in the large double-storey farmhouse.

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