More than a century and a half ago, the British had established their summer home in the Kumaon region of the Himalayas. The towns of Nainital, Kausani and Ranikhet in this region were uninhabited gems and the Britishers took no time to establish palatial mansions, which quickly became ideal retreats amidst the flowering meadows of Uttarakhand.
Flash forward a hundred years and the old colonial homes of the British have now been turned into awe-inspiring heritage resorts in Uttarakhand.
Heritage resorts and farmstays in the region promise the kind of inspiring isolation that we seek desperately today. If you too are looking to get away from the chaos of city life, here are five of Uttarakhand's best vacation retreats travellers have been swooning over lately.
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Top resorts in Uttarakhand
Dyo finds a mention in Jim Corbett's book, The Temple Tiger And More Man-eaters Of Kumaon published in 1954. The famous hunter and naturalist was hosted by Sah Ji, a local, at his ancestral home. Today that home has been refurbished into Dyo - The Organic Village Resort in Mukteshwar.
At Dyo, you will find a fair blend of a luxurious and country life experience. The resort is perched high atop the Amravati Estate, surrounded by orchards of plums, peaches, apricots and wild local berries. Relish the pahadi chai with views of the spectacular Himalayan peaks such as Nanda Devi, Trishul and the five peaks of Panchachuli.
Dyo offers a special farm to table menu and during the stay, you can take a walk to the surrounding farm and pick your own vegetables for dinner. Your stay at Dyo also promises an introduction to organic farming in the lap of the hills.
How to reach: Mukteshwar is 350km from New Delhi and 50km from the famous hill station of Nainital. Taxis are available from Kathgodam, the last railhead connecting Kumaon to the rest of India.
To know more, follow Dyo Organic Resort on Instagram and Facebook.
This is one of the prominent resorts in Uttarakhand and has been a landmark for locals since it was built in 1920. Chevron Fairhavens stands at a short uphill walk from the prominent Mall Road circling the Nainital Lake. Voices from the busy Mall Road fade away as you enter the beautifully calm premises of Fairhavens. The landscaped gardens, awe-inspiring stone and wood architecture, well-equipped rooms, antique furnishings and a cultivated sense of lifestyle are all reminiscent of its colonial heritage.
Chevron Fairhavens has remained a favourite with prominent dignitaries, film stars and TV personalities. This colonial mansion has also been featured as the home of lead stars in various Bollywood movies.
How to reach: Chevron Fairhavens stands 300km from Delhi, in Nainital. Regular buses and trains are available from New Delhi to Kathgodam. Shared cabs and private taxis can be hired from Kathgodam to Nainital.
To know more, follow Chevron Fairhavens on Instagram and Facebook.
Chevron Rosemount has been hosting travellers in the hills for more than the last 100 years. This luxurious retreat is still gloriously pristine with louvered balconies looking out to the hills, arched windows on stone walls and rooms furnished with taste. Your stay at Rosemount will include a host of amenities and excursion experiences at Chaubatia Gardens, Manila, Haidakhan Temple, Jhula Devi Temple and Upat Golf Course.
How to reach: The distance between Delhi to Ranikhet is 350km and direct trains are available everyday from Delhi to Kathgodam. Kathogodam railway station is located 72km from Ranikhet and taxis run all day long on the route.
To know more, follow Chevron Rosemount on Instagram and Facebook.
Chevron Eco Lodge in Kausani is best known for the 300km long unhindered views of the majestic Himalayas that it offers. You will find the true fusion of minimalism and luxurious comfort at the lodge.
All 12 elegantly furnished rooms evoke an old-world charm, yet stand aesthetically in sync with contemporary taste. Each room features a collection of notable local Kumaoni art to give you a deeper sense of life in the hills.
How to reach: Chevron Eco Lodge, Kausani stands at a distance of 412km from Delhi. Kausani is 135km from Kathgodam from where cabs and buses run regularly to Kausani via Almora.
To know more, follow Chevron Eco Lodge on Instagram and Facebook.
Chevron Mountain Villa makes for a wonderful private sanctuary straight out of every traveller's dream. The 360° surrounding views of the grand Himalayas and the changing hues of the horizon at sunset and sunrise creates unforgettable memories for guests at Mountain Villa, Kausani. An all-pervading scent of the pines makes you feel close to nature as you rest in well-equipped and tastefully-designed rooms.
Kausani has been the choice of artists and intellectuals alike. During your stay, visit Anasakti Ashram where Mahatma Gandhi wrote Anasakti Yoga. Other local attractions in this quaint hill town include Sumitranandan Pant Gallery, Rudradhari Falls, Kausani Tea Estate, Sarla Ashram, Baijnath temples and nearby village walks.
How to reach: The resort is located in the Lower Mall, Kausani. The town is accessible from Kathgodam by private cabs, shared taxis and buses that run regularly on the route via Almora.
To know more, follow Chevron Mountain Villa on Instagram and Facebook.
The summers are almost here and it's time to follow the smell of the ripe peaches through the scenic routes of Kumaon. Pick your ideal retreat from this list of resorts in Uttarakhand and let the mighty Himalayas welcome you. It's all about finding your happy place and getting lost.
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Written in collaboration with Chevron Hotels.
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