Forest Hideout Homestay-Shimla
Forest Hideout Homestay – Shimla
Shimla, capital city of Himachal is one of the most popular hill destinations in North India. If you’re going to Shimla and need some peace, this is the place. Located in a quiet surroundings amidst thick Pine and Deodar forest just 6km from the Mall, this place is little off the road and that’s what makes it perfect. The host can pick you up on his vehicle from the parking.
Built in traditional Pahadi architecture, the homestay has four spacious rooms all with attached washrooms. There is a huge open space outside the home for bonfire, camping and other outdoor activities. You can explore many hidden trails and waterfall while staying here.
Location: 2 km from Sanjauli Helipad
Number of Rooms -4; Total Capacity -12;
How To Reach
Jubbarhatti Airport is the nearest airport located at a distance of 23 km from the homestay and Kalka railway station is nearest railhead at 93km. There is a meter gauge railway station located in Shimla. The broad gauge station of Kalka is connected to this railhead. Taxis are available from the airport and railway station to the homestay. Host can also arrange the cab for you.
Tariff
Single Occupancy: 1650/-
Double Occupancy: 1750/-
Extra Person: 450/-
Complimentary: Breakfast
Child Policy
Upto 6 years: Complimentary (No Extra Bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (Extra bed provided)
What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.
Facilities
Internet • Parking • Running Hot Water • Barbeque • Bonfire • Open Seating Areas • Toiletries • Smoking Allowed • Pick and Drop Service (Paid)
Food
They will serve freshly cooked local cuisine and North Indian food. Non-vegetarian food is available only on demand. Most of the vegetables supplied to the kitchen come from their own organic farm. Breakfast is served as per your choice like parantha with curd or tea sandwich, Butter Toast, Bread-Omelet and Puri Bhaji. They have a small dairy farm of their own so you get fresh milk and other dairy products.
Activities
Bird Watching • Reading • Star Gazing • Village Walk • Forest Walk • Hiking • Yoga and Meditation
Local Attractions
Shimla Water Catchment Wildlife Sanctuary (5km) • The Ridge (6.5km) • Lakkar Bazaar (6km) • Mall Road (6km) • Jakhu Ropeway (7km) • Scandal Point (7km) • Kali Bari Temple (8km) • Shimla Cart (7km) • Jakhoo Temple (8km) • Mashobra (8.5km) • Himalayan Bird Park (10km) • Chadwick Falls (12km) • Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple (13km) • Kufri (13km)
Excursion
Clifton Valley (14km) • Fagu (16km) • Shoghi (21km) • Naldehra (21km) • Taradevi Temple (25km) • Chail Sanctuary (34km) • Solan (50km) • Chail (43km) • Tattapani Rafting Point (46km) • Kasauli (70km) • Narkanda (60km)
Treks: Gaura Trek • Jhajja Trek • Karol Tibba Trek • Shali Tibba Trek • Jakhoo Temple Trek
Know Your Host
Sunil Chauhan and his family, natives of the place will host you. Sunil have done masters degree in tourism administration from Himachal Pradesh University. He along with his wife Nittu takes care of the home and the guests. Sunil is very polite and welcoming host. He is a cheerful person whom you might want to spend time with during bonfire. He can also assist you organising hiking and camping,
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