Take Your Partner To This 80 Year Old House Set in the Wilderness of Uttarakhand

Jilling Terraces

If you’re a couple that loves the peace and tranquility of the mountains, you’re in for a treat. Jilling Terraces near Nainital, Uttarakhand offers you an ideal wilderness experience with its 80 year old house set in a clearing amidst 100 acres of untouched forests.

The Chestnut house was built in 1933 by a Sanskrit scholar for his Polish wife yearning for the cool climate of her country, if that doesn’t define romance, I don’t know what will! Built on this love story, Jilling Terraces offers exactly what you need for a romantic and exclusive getaway for Valentine's.

Photo of Jilling Terraces, South Gola Range, Uttarakhand, India by Rajat Kamboj

Jilling Terraces offer two suites (Buransh and Utish), two rooms (Kafal and Padam), and a lovely cottage room as different accommodation options to choose from. These rooms and suites take inspiration from the local flora species that you’ll find everywhere on your way to the property. These rooms have been built to offer a comfy and cozy stay overlooking the mountains.

Buransh

Utish

Kafal

Padam

Ringol

Oak

The whole place has been restored from the old Chestnut house which was crumbling, with walls cracking and floorboards decaying. The one thing that stood proudly were the rustic fireplaces which were preserved during the restoration process to offer the guests an ideal place to have snacks, drink, chat or even snuggle.

The heart of the house is its dining room with a massive wooden table that can accommodate up to 12 people. The food served here is sourced from the local farmers ensuring quality. You’ll find two fireplaces here with board games stacked and waiting to be played. You can also request for a romantic candle light dinner in a peaceful corner of the room. They’ve also accommodated a modest library here that can be your safe haven if you’re a couple that loves to know about the world through words while enjoying the views of the mighty mountains.

The best thing about this place is that they offer you an experience of the wilderness with all its flavor without harming the environment through its sustainable guidelines.

Activities:

• They do offer packed picnic baskets when the weather is good to let you enjoy a cozy picnic on the grassy terrace under the walnut tree while looking at the clouds floating through the sky.

•If you’re the one with nature and want to go an extra step, they offer different treks around Kanarkha Trail, Panyali trail and Gaula River trail. You can experience this unbound wilderness in a day with these trails requiring 5-8 hours and ranging from Medium to Difficult based on the distance and inclination.

• They also curate intimate workshops which they refer to as 'Cloudshops' that offer you an opportunity to indulge into different activities like art and craft, yoga etc.

Cost:

For February 2021, the rates for a night are:

Kafal: INR 6500

Padam: INR 6500

Buransh: INR 7500

Utish: INR 7500

Oak: INR 7500

Ringol: INR 7500

For more information/booking details, visit: https://www.jillingterraces.com

How to Reach

Address: Matial Village, Bhatelia-Dhanachuli-Bhimtal Road, South Gola Range, Nainital, Uttarakhand

Rail: Nearest railway station is Kathgodam and local taxis drive you to Matial Village which is an hour away from the station.

Air: Nearest airport is Pantnagar, two hours away from Matial Village.

Once you reach Matial Village, you can park your car there. A moderate 1 hour 30 minute trek through dense forests of large conifers, oaks, rhododendrons will finally lead you to your destination, Jilling Terraces. They provide guides to help you carry the luggage while you enjoy your experience through the wilderness.

If you appreciate the luxury of cozy homestay, magnificent views and home cooked meals, while being in the lap of nature, Jilling Terraces should be on your list for this Valentines. So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and plan your getaway to the Jilling Terraces!