Himalayan Homestead is an eco-friendly boutique homestay offering rustic, comfortable, and cosy cottages in sylvan surroundings. The crisp mountain air, the tranquility of the forests, the unending greenery all around, and the bird songs are bound to overwhelm you and instil a sense of calm and joy and, connect you with your inner self.
Guests wanting to savour a slice of the simple rustic village life can join in the homestead activities. A trek to the adjoining Oak forest for bird watching or forest bathing will connect you to nature leaving you refreshed and energized. Those who want to explore the nearby areas can plan a trip to Bhaalugad waterfall, Mukteshwar temple, sunset point, IVRI forest or just laze around over a hot cup of coffee at the roadside cafes.
The pottery studio, a place to let out your creative juices and add value to your much needed vacation. There can never be a dull moment for the adventurous soul in the Homestead.
Himalayan Homestead, nestled in a tranquil Himalayan valley, cradled by two Oak ridges, is in village Sasbani near Mukteshwar.
For the baker and potter couple, a long cherished dream of living in the Himalayas finally materialised here. Natural farming, sustainable and minimalistic living and being one with nature epitomizes life in the Homestead. The Homestead grows its own vegetables and fruits. The bakes are all in-house. What doesn't grow here is sourced from the adjoining villages. Built with pure love, heart and soul, every part of the homestead holds a story to tell.
Yogesh, the creative head of the Himalayan homestead is a passionate potter. The fire for pottery led to exploring and learning pottery at Andretta and the Golden Bridge. The journey finally fructified in setting up Himalayan Pottery at the homestead.
There are plans to conduct multi-level courses for people interested to discover and dabble with pottery while enjoying a peaceful getaway
The Homestead has a dedicated baking studio. All the breakfast breads are baked fresh. Namita, a passionate baker, recipe creator and author of an award-winning baking blog 
, known for healthy and innovative bakes, heads the baking unit.
During your stay, you will get to enjoy a variety of freshly baked exotic breads.
Baking classes can be conducted on request for breads, cookies, cakes, and muffins for beginners and enthusiasts. You will enjoy learning baking during your sojourn in the Himalayas. We also bake goodies on order for your journey back home.
Pottery and Baking sessions will be paid sessions
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The homestead has four tastefully designed cottages. We believe in living in harmony with nature. The cottages have been designed to enjoy the ambience of the existing orchard and the bordering forest. All the cottages have earthy elements, and on a clear day, majestic view of the snowcapped Trishul, Mrigthuni, Maiktoli Nandadevi and Nandakot peaks is a sight to behold.
Nirvana - a state of perfect happiness, harmony and freedom is the essence of the cottage. Nirvana is an independent cottage ideal for a couple. Broad windows in the room and a covered wooden deck offers the view of the Himalayas and the upcoming orchard in the homestead. The wooden balcony can also double up as a yoga deck. Nirvana is next to a brook that is fed by the spring up in the hill. Around monsoon and after a heavy downpour, the murmur of the water cascading amidst the ferns is indeed soothing and healing for the senses. The quietude of Nirvana will inspire the writer and the artist in you.
Divinity is a family suite with four beds. Rest, learn, play, detox, meditate, commune with mother nature in a spacious ambience. The room is big enough to accommodate a big family. Locally sourced material, wooden floors and mud-plastered walls give you all the warmth to bond with your friends and family. The room is warm, cosy and comfortable. Large windows on three sides and a large verandah give you a panoramic view of the cobbled village road, the adjacent orchard and the mighty Himalayas.
Bliss gives a feel of being in a treehouse. A covered wooden deck makes you one with the outside. A private, stylish, cottage with large glass windows all around, overlooking the orchard and valley with the Himalayas in the backdrop is an experience. Bliss has three beds, suited for a small family, the cottage is an ideal place to relive your childhood fantasy of living in a treehouse.
Serenity is a cottage tucked away on one side of the main building. It is a haven for those who wish to enjoy their sojourn undisturbed and relaxed. Far away from any sound of civilization, the cottage inspires those who wish to read a book, write or paint in serenity. Serenity has three spacious beds, ideal for a small family. Wooden floors and mud-plastered walls add charm to the place and will give you a feel of living in a village house with all amenities at your beck and call.
Joyful is a cosy cottage surrounded by oak and pear trees and overlooking the majestic Himalayas, giving a feel of a tree house. Joyful is tastefully done cottage, has a spacious bathroom and a wooden deck facing the orchard and the pristine forest from every window of the cottage.
Food in the Homestead is healthy, wholesome and hearty. A reflection of our love for simple, seasonal, fresh and local produce. We source produce from our farmer friends in and around the village.
We serve vegetarian, vegan and Jain food. Our menu is simple and dynamic and in tune with the seasons.
While staying with us, you are likely to experience the yeasty aroma of the freshly baked bread and the intoxicating buttery aroma of freshly baked cakes and muffins wafting through. The bakes are all in-house. The luscious jams, jellies and spreads are all made from the organic fruits from our orchard and in our kitchen.
Like a large family, all the guests at the Homestead gather at the large dining hall and enjoy meals together in the warmth of the fire place. We do not have room service. All meals are buffet and we don't have an a la carte menu. On request we can prepare food for children under the age of 5 years.
We also have outdoor seating in the midst of our garden for those who would like to enjoy their meals in the open, under a pear tree or the wild cherry tree amidst the cacophony of birds.
We serve only vegetarian food. We have egg servings for breakfast and some of our dishes (cake, curries and biryani) use eggs.
We don't serve alcohol.
The Himalayan Homestead is located in village Sasbani, District Nainital, Uttarakhand.
How to reach
Delhi Hapur by-pass-Gajraula-Moradabad bypass-Rampur-Rudrapur-Haldwani-Kathgodam-Bhimtal-Padampuri-Dhari-Dhanachuli-Kalapatal-Sasbani.
Nainital Bhowali-Khutani-Padampuri-Dhari-Dhanachuli-Kalapatal-Sasbani.
Corbett (Ramnagar) ) Kaladhungi- Haldwani-Kathgodam-Bhimtal-Padampuri-Dhari-Dhanachuli-Kalapatal-Sasbani.
Once you reach Kalapatal, leave the main road, and take the road going downhill to village Sasbani, At approx. 2kms from this point you will reach a cluster of shops.
A cobbled road through oak thicket brings you to the Homestead.
Call us when you reach Kalapatal. Our boys will come on the road to guide you.
Nearest Railway Station Kathgodam
Nearest Airport Bareilly and Pantnagar
+91 8445439374, +91 8395091234
+91 8445439374
himalayan.homestead2021@yahoo.com
Tucked in a corner of the Homestead is a charming little store which we call The Village Store. Indulge your senses in the freshest produce of the season, fruits, Pahari daals, local grains, flours, and Himalayan Herbs.
From the first cup of tea in the balcony that warms ones very insides to the last cup of Chamomile cinnamon tea – I am running out of words to describe the utterly beautiful experience I’ve had. You all are lovely and give me enough affection to last (till the next time I am here) Can’t thank you enough. May Himalayan Homestead warm many many people’s hearts over the years.
Tanuja Chandra
Director, ProducerA decision on a whim is what led us to this thoughtfully conceived, beautifully curated and joyfully delivered Himalayan Homestead, hidden in an enchanted Oak Forest. Everything seems magical about this place. Run by four incredible humans, Namita, Yogesh, Aastha and Vihaan. The goodness of your souls, warmth of your emotions, and the power of your intent speaks through all small and big things you do. More power to you beautiful people. May Many many more be touched by this magic!!
Vanita and Vikram Sah
New DelhiDear Yogesh and Namita,
Thank you for such a warm and beautiful stay and for pampering us with amazing food and bakes.
Love to Aastha, Vihaan and Titu
Anumita Jain, Potter & Ishaan Jain
New DelhiHad an amazing stay at the Himalayan Homestead. Such a peaceful space which has been beautifully designed. Rooms are spacious and cosy and balcony and open spaces are a big plus. We could have stayed here for weeks. Food was delicious and loved all the homemade breads, cakes and jams. Pottery session was fun. Jungle walk is a must do. Marvellous hospitality and a perfect place to escape the city grind
Samidha and Robin
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