Bhandal Homestay – Chamba

Bhandal  Homestay – Chamba

The Saluni Sub-division of district Chamba is located in the Northwestern part of Himachal Pradesh, between two mountain ranges of the Dhauladhar and the Pir Panjal. Bhandal, known as ‘The Garden of Chamba’ offers serene beauty of mountains, sparkling riverside, slate-roofed hay barns, long walks and inviting forests. The valley is situated on the right bank of the Ravi river separates it from the main district, inviting you in a world of its own.

Built in the mid 60’s, it was initially used by the Forest Department up till the 80’s. Later it regained its intended role as a base for an apple plantation. Now its restored by Yuvaresh Singh and has become home to his family. Made purely out of stone and wood with an old world charm, the homestay is truly a work of outstanding Himalayan artistry. The list of fruit plants and vegetables grown here is endless. It consist of three well curated rooms with all basic amenities, two spacious Living Rooms and plenty of outdoor recreational areas. The homestay offers an opportunity to disconnect from your routine life while simultaneously reconnect with nature, another culture and yourself.

Location: 3 km from main market Kihar.
Number of Rooms -3 ; Total Capacity -9

How to Reach 

Pathankot is nearest major railway station (148 km). Chamba (56 km) and Dalhousie (81km) are the nearby well-known places.

Tariff

Single Occupancy: 1500/-
Double Occupancy: 2600/-
Extra Person: 600/-
Lunch or Dinner: 200/- pp
Complimentary: Breakfast, Morning and Evening Tea

Child Policy
Upto 8 years: Complimentary (no extra bed)

Note: What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.

Facilities

WiFi • Power Backup • Parking • Running Hot Water • Room Heater • Seating Areas • Bonfire • Pick and Drop Service (paid) • Laundry (paid) • Pet Friendly

Food

Around 80% supply to kitchen is sourced from a local radius as they try to serve fresh local food. They do not have lengthy menus, instead they offer home cooked meals using fresh and locally grown ingredients. They make sure the food provided is healthy and compliment the physical well being of the guests.

Activities

Trekking • Nature Walk • Village Walk • Hiking • Bird Watching paradise • Star Gazing • Trout Fishing • Farming • Reading

Points of Interest

Gamgul Siyabehi Wildlife Sanctuary

Excursions

Padri Jot (39km) • Chamba Town (56km) • Bhaderwah (80km) • Dalhousie (81km) • Bairagarh (87km)

Know your Host

Yuvaresh Singh and his family are native of Himachal Pradesh. They have spent the past decade in the outdoor adventure field, then moved back to the mountains to develop this region as a tourist hub. To build awareness, and implement new ideas to bring formal tourism in a sustainable way, they work closely with the local administration and communities.

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