Himalayan Hideaways
Journey into the majestic Himalayas with stays like the contemporary Shel in Ladakh, offering river views and stargazing from its unique bedrooms. Experience
the traditional Monpa culture at Hoongla Inn in Arunachal Pradesh, where local art and cuisine take center stage. In Himachal Pradesh, Hygge House provides a cozy retreat amidst fruit orchards, while Raison D’etre by the Beas River offers a blend of Himachali charm and riverfront tranquility. For those seeking serenity near Nainital, Slowness Himalayas champions traditional Kumaoni architecture and natural materials, promising a rustic yet refined experience. Meanwhile, The Himalayan Homestead near Mukteshwar provides a nature-infused escape with pottery workshops and forest trails. Tanhau Homestay, bordering Corbett National Park, offers an intimate wildlife experience with unique camera trapping opportunities. Sage Cottage in Jangalia Gaon, Uttarakhand, boasts stunning mountain vistas and a pet-friendly atmosphere, perfect for nature lovers. Finally, Bir Terraces, near Nainital, provides a secluded haven within an eight-acre estate, ideal for group getaways with its extensive grounds and local culinary delights.
Southern Serenity
Venture south to discover Kerala's lush plantations at Coffee and Pepper Homestay in Thekkady, where you can immerse yourself in coffee and spice cultivation and enjoy plantation tours. Mountain Villa in Vagamon offers a minimalist, eco-friendly escape amidst mist-covered hills, built with natural materials and providing stunning valley views. In Karnataka, Baan Nimbus in Sakleshpur blends Malnad charm with Thai influences, offering themed rooms and culinary fusions. The Bungalow 1934 in Coorg is a living chronicle of Kodava culture, set within a coffee estate and serving authentic local cuisine. Pannadikadu Homestay in Palghat Gap bridges Tamil and Kerala traditions, located within a heritage granary amidst mango orchards, offering a unique blend of cultural and culinary experiences.
Heritage Homes & Artistic Stays
Step into the past with stays like Kashi Villa in Kasauli, an ancestral 180-year-old villa offering historical charm and modern amenities, including a swimming pool. Southgate Kasauli provides an old-fashioned Kasauli experience with its multiple lodging options and culinary delights, including specially curated picnics. Lal Kothi homestay, on the outskirts of Dehradun, showcases wabi-sabi minimalism with its exposed brick architecture and Awadhi cuisine, a favorite among celebrities. In Sikkim, Yangsum Heritage Farm in Rinchenpong offers a rustic Tibetan-style experience on a sprawling 44-acre working farm, complete with organic produce and a chance to learn local farming activities. Kudrat Boutique Homestay in Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh, combines traditional Kathi Kuni architecture with stone abodes, offering Himachali culinary experiences and access to the Great Himalayan National Park. Shel in Ladakh presents a contemporary homestay built with traditional methods, offering unique rooms inspired by the region and stunning views of the Indus River. The Fern Cottage in Landour, Uttarakhand, is a historic home surrounded by over 260 trees, attracting a variety of bird species and offering a tranquil escape with Victorian-style architecture.
Unique Mountain Retreats
Experience the distinct charm of mountain living at Nanda Stone Cottage, where every vista reveals the mighty Nanda Devi. This eco-friendly dwelling, built with local materials, offers wholesome Kumaoni cuisine and immersive nature experiences like foraging and fishing. Kot Kailash, a boutique homestay near Jageshwar Dham in Uttarakhand, is set in a century-old Kumaoni home with rooms rooted in traditional architecture and a kitchen that draws entirely from the land. Its standalone forest cottage, Kumaon Vann, offers a private courtyard and a bathtub with mountain views. The Cheese Cottage in Tangmarg, Kashmir, is an eclectic, maximalist space on a sprawling estate, offering local home-style meals and opportunities to spot wildlife. Jungle House in Shimla, a historic cottage on Jakhu Hill, retains its 1930s-40s Art Deco charm with vintage furniture and offers unique experiences like a picnic breakfast on Shimla's highest peak and heritage walks.
