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Valley-view homestay with a pool, Cherrapunji

Cherrapunji· 4.8 · 17 stays

“A modern home in the Khasi Hills, near Cherrapunji. The days are for the pool, the valley view, and the quiet. The home has four bedrooms and four bathrooms, with large glass doors that open to the outdoors. It's a place for small gatherings, with expansive spaces that offer a sense of freedom and calm. A good spot to just be, with fresh air and mountain views.”

4 bedroomsSleeps 84 beds4 bathsHomestayBreakfast includedPool

A look around

What's here

The first thing you see are the glass doors, wide open to the wood deck, and the blue of the pool against the green of the valley. This is a modern home, designed to let the outside in. The structure is simple, with clean lines and large windows that frame the mountain views. The home has four spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to eight guests. The living spaces are uncluttered, leading out to the pool and garden. There’s a stone path for walking through the grounds at sunset and plenty of outdoor seating. It’s a place that feels private, set apart from the rush. As one guest put it, the home offers "a remarkable sense of privacy and the surrounding is beautiful with magnificent view of the valley." This is a space for quiet time and fresh air. It’s a "peaceful getaway with stunning mountain views and a calm natural vibe," another guest said. The design encourages you to slow down, whether you're on the deck with a book or just watching the sun dip below the hills.

What guests wrote

4.8· 17 stays

“Wonderful and excellent place for short stay and small gathering. The place provides a remarkable sense of privacy and the surrounding is beautiful with magnificent view of the valley. Rooms are neatly placed, spacious and clean. We highly recommend this place and we would definitely come back.”

Cherington Marbaniang

“this property is a peaceful getaway with stunning mountain views and a calm natural vibe. Perfect for relaxing, enjoying fresh air, and spending quiet time in this property. Highly recommended for nature lovers.”

Mephrangbanjop Marbaniang

“A tranquil retreat that offers relief from daily routines, complemented by expansive outdoor spaces that foster a sense of freedom and calm.”

Bada Aikordor Warlarpih

“Amazing view and a good place to hangout. Great experience”

Maitphang Marbaniang

Where you are

Cherrapunji.

locally, Sohra

The wettest inhabited place on Earth — living root bridges, waterfalls and clouds that come indoors in the Khasi Hills.

Best time

Oct–Apr; Jun–Sep for full-flow falls

Nearest airport

Guwahati (GAU), ~150 km

Nearby

Nongriat root bridges · Mawlynnong · Dawki

Approximate location · exact address shared after booking

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

The Khasi & Jaintia Hills are a landscape of waterfalls, caves, and living architecture. From the home, you can drive to some of Meghalaya’s most well-known sights.

The living root bridges are a worth seeing. The most famous, the double-decker bridge in Nongriat, is a challenging but rewarding trek involving a descent of over 3,500 steps.

Near Cherrapunji, you can explore the Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut caves. These limestone caves are well-lit and accessible, offering a glimpse into the region's unique geology.

The Umngot river in Dawki, on the border with Bangladesh, is known for its crystal-clear water, especially from January to March. You can take a boat ride on what looks like a sheet of glass.

Mawlynnong, often called Asia's cleanest village, is a short drive away. Walk through its tidy lanes and climb the Riwai sky walk for a view over the canopy and across to Bangladesh.

Nohkalikai Falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall at 340 metres, is a powerful sight, especially during the monsoon season.

Logistics

Getting there.

By Air: The nearest major airport is in Guwahati (GAU), about 100km from Shillong. It’s a 3-hour drive from the airport to Shillong. A smaller airport is at Umroi, near Shillong (SHL), with limited flights, mostly connecting through Kolkata.

By Rail: The nearest railway station is in Guwahati. There is no rail connectivity within Meghalaya itself. From the station, you can hire a taxi for the 3-hour drive to Shillong.

By Road: Shillong is the main hub for exploring the region. Cherrapunji (Sohra) is a 53km, 2-hour drive from Shillong on a winding but scenic road. Dawki is about 95km from Shillong.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time to visit the Khasi Hills is from October to April, when the weather is dry and the skies are generally clear. This is the ideal season for trekking and sightseeing.

The monsoon season, from June to September, is intense. Cherrapunji is one of the wettest places on Earth, receiving over 10,000mm of rain. While some waterfalls and caves may be closed, the landscape transforms into an impossibly lush green.

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