What to know before you go ? 

- A intimate six-bedroom homestay nestled snugly amidst fruit orchards of apricots, plum, pears and apples in a tiny hamlet called Village Satkhol and flanked by the majestic snow - capped Himalayan range

What we love: 

- It is an eco-friendly kumaoni homestay and most of the herbs, vegetables are sourced locally or from their organic vegetable garden

- The breathtaking landscaping is perfect for a long stroll down the hill amidst a ridge of Deodar, Pines and Rhododendrons in the lap of snow peaked mountains, some well-deserved downtime with your loved on

About the property: 

A getaway to Quiet Place Himalayas is all about unwinding and breathing in the sublime mountain air! It is perched on top of a hillock and is snuggled amidst the dense Oak, Deodar forests and trees laden with apples, apricots, plums and other fruits surrounds this private mountain retreat  This place is perfect for a digital detox. Wake up to the sounds of the birds singing, breathe in the fresh aroma of the surrounding flora and fauna and bathe in the mild sunshine at our favourite sit-out spot - perfect for that morning cuppa curled up with your favourite book. The homestay has been thoughtfully built using locally sourced materials, like stones, wood and mud, by the local artisans. They practice rainwater harvesting, use solar power and compost their own food waste. They discourage the use of plastic as much as possible, making the homestay more sustainable and responsible towards travel.

The homestay has a total of 6 rooms - 2 double occupancy rooms, 4 suites and has 2 comman living space -  The book lounge - it is a wooden house with wall-to-wall French windows and a skylight roof, lined with a carefully curated collection of books for all tastes and sensibilities. A traditional hand-crafted Bukhari in the middle of the room keeps it warm and cosy even during the cold winters. This is also the place where all the meals are served and enjoyed. The Island -  is an outdoor common sit out area, offering majestic 270 degree views of the distant mountains and valleys. Nights bring a sky overcrowded with stars, whizzing satellites, and maybe a shooting star or two. Relish scrumptious dishes cooked by the in-house team. They serve fresh and lip-smacking home cooked meals using local ingredients as they also grow organic vegetables and herbs at their own garden. The menu usually consists of North Indian delicacies, punctuated with local Kumaoni delicacies, Chinese food and European fare. Meals and evening tea/coffee, snacks are served buffet style at fixed timings in the book lounge. They don’t offer room service, unless someone is sick and cannot venture out to the common area.

The main house has 2 rooms, these rooms feature minimalist but tastefully done décor. The rooms have a 10 ft plate glass bay window that offers gorgeous views of the snow-clad peaks and forests and valleys in between. Both the main house rooms open into an elegant and well-furnished common living room, including a small kitchenette, and with its own collection of books to read. These two rooms can either be rented as a 2-bedroom cottage, or individually, making them perfect for families/groups of 4-6 people. When booked as one unit, these are ideal for a larger group of four to six adults. There are a total of 4 eco-friendly Cob Suites which are 50 metres away from the main house. Each cob suite excudes a rustic charms and has two rooms, a private bathroom, and can comfortably sleep three adults (four with an extra bed). Each Cob suite also has a large plate glass bay window overlooking the lush greenery and the distant mountains that serenade the soul to sink deeper into silence and contemplation. All rooms and suites have attached, western style bathrooms, each has two work desks and its own sit out.  

Spending a few days at this intimate homestay wouldn’t just be a vacation, but it would also be a great way to promote responsible travel too. So, abandon your drained self by breathing in the pure air of the Himalayas and take home some endearing memories.