An abandoned house in Bonacaud known as 25 GB Bungalow on an antique tea plantation is now believed to be haunted. A story has begun circulating about a British child who died under mysterious circumstances and her ghost is said to haunt the house.
On a hilltop in Bonacaud, Trivandrum, 25 GB Bungalow stands as a relic of the past, overlooking a sprawling tea plantation and estate bordering Kerala and Tamil Nadu. By day, this abandoned bungalow, whose real name is now B2, is a popular destination for adventure seekers drawn by its panoramic views and historic charm.
At night, as the fog gathers around, the bungalow transforms into one of the most haunted places in Kerala, shrouded in dim legends and ghost stories of a adolescent girl who died under mysterious circumstances. But how many of these haunting rumors are true?
A Glance at History
The most commonly told story goes like this: Bungalow 25 GB, once owned by a British landowner and his wife, was a symbol of colonial grandeur and was said to be the managers of a tea plantation just three kilometres from the former Boncaud tea plantation. Many sources mention a manager named Saip.
Built during the British era, the estate boasts of majestic views of the Agasthya mountain ranges and its hilltop location offers 360-degree views of the lush plantation and surrounding landscape. However, the grandeur of 25 GB Bungalow is overshadowed by the tragic events that unfolded within its walls.
The children or child of the landowner fell victim to mysterious diseases. Most sources say that it was the only daughter around 13 years antique. Her death was surrounded by uncertainty and sadness. It is also said that the child was killed under mysterious circumstances.
The distraught parents abandoned the bungalow, leaving it to the mercy of time and nature. It is said that the spirits of the child remain, unable to leave the place where her adolescent life was suddenly cut miniature.
Ghostly Whispers and Invisible Presences
Visitors to the 25 GB Bungalow after dim often report disturbing experiences. Several people have tried to make the bungalow their modern home, but none have lasted long, as everyone claims it is haunted by a girl.
One of the most common phenomena is the sound of disembodied voices speaking English with a distinct British accent.
Despite the lack of any electrical connections, mysterious lights could often be seen inside the bungalow.
Among the various reports of paranormal activity, the apparition of a child-like figure stands out. This dim presence is often seen prowling around the bungalow, its shape barely discernible but it is undoubtedly a compact child seen through the window of the abandoned bungalow.
Another terrifying aspect of 25GB Bungalow’s haunted reputation is the sound of breaking glass echoing in the peaceful night as a child’s screams and laughter are heard. Is this the sound of real children living here, or the ghost of a child who was left behind?
Having a local girlfriend
One of the most celebrated stories associated with this house and its haunting involved a adolescent local girl who came to the house to gather firewood. It was said that the girl had been absent from school when she left, but when she returned she was acting strangely. According to the locals, she now spoke English fluently, and could read and write.
This led people to believe that the spirit of a British girl had somehow possessed the girl and caused the rumors of the haunted place to spread even more. Whether this actually happened is a question, as there is no information about how the girl turned out, nor any further details about the possession.
The Truth About the Bungalow 25 GB
The name, as mentioned, is not actually 25 GB, which actually refers to the adjacent building where drivers stay. The sign designating the buildings misled people, so the bungalow became known as 25 GB.
But when was it built? Some sources say that 25 GB Bungalow dates back to the 1850s, but the reality is quite different. It appears that the bungalow was built when foreigners named Johnny and Brown were managers in 1961-62. Or it may have been built in 1951, the figures given by different sources vary. While the tea plantation itself is probably as antique as the 1850s, the bungalow itself is not.
According to locals, there was no Saipa executive living with his daughter, who died. The rumor about people leaving 25 GB Bungalow because of the haunting also seems to be false. The truth is that the bungalow belonged to a tea plantation and there were many labor disputes until the company finally went bankrupt.
The tragic story of the children of a British landowner, coupled with numerous reports of paranormal activity, cemented the place’s status as one of the most haunted in Kerala. But did they really exist? According to a journalist who investigated the case to verify the facts, the story was first aired on a private TV channel and locals were the first to hear about it.
The doors and windows are now destroyed. The mosaic floor and fireplace still stand as the skeleton of the house. Outside, there is a vast pine tree swaying in the wind, the only thing that was supposed to still be alive in the bungalow.
References:
In Kerala Bonacaud, this 175-year-old haunted bungalow is a tourist destination – News18
Bonakkad Bungalow in the Shadow of Ghost Stories | Fact Check
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