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A quiet house in Yuksom, Sikkim. Bonfires.

Yuksom· 5.0 · 58 stays

“Experience a peaceful village homestay, offering a calm mountain environment and genuine hospitality. This house provides a non-commercial stay, ideal for those seeking a quiet escape. Guests consistently praise the healthy, hygienic food served in a delightful ambiance. Enjoy small hikes, camping, and bonfires under the clear, starry sky, creating truly memorable moments. This destination is ideal for travelers who appreciate a responsible choice of location and a welcoming atmosphere.”

5 bedroomsSleeps 155 beds5 bathsHouseWifiHot Water

A look around

What's here

You arrive in Yuksom, a village that feels like the end of the road. The air is quiet here. The home sits on an open, grassy field, with views of the surrounding hills. The structures are rustic, built with wood planks and stone, with a thatched roof visible from the inside of the common area. The property has five bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, and can accommodate groups of up to fifteen. The common space is warm and inviting, with a large mural of the Buddha and the moon, and light filtering through wicker lampshades. It’s a space for conversation, what one guest called “engaging adda sessions.” Evenings are for bonfires under a clear, starry sky. The food is a constant point of praise, with guests describing it as "yammy, healthy and hygienic." This is a place run by people who know the mountains. As one guest wrote, "Shawn, who was the tour guide and a member of this place thank you for making us feel safe and guiding us through the small hike." It's a stay that feels personal, where the hosts are remembered by name. Another guest simply said it was "an enchanting and peaceful getaway with hosts who make you feel right at home."

What guests wrote

5.0· 58 stays

“The thing which is worth mentioning is there choice of locations. It's actually excellent. Also the Hospitality of those locations along with the food is really outstanding. Also I will be talking about the sense of responsibility, regarding any issues faced on the trip is really commendable. I will recommend each and everyone to experience a trip with Voya...”

Debojyoti Chakraborty

“Must talk about the warm hospitality, food was very yammy, healthy and hygienic. It was an amazing experience there . A very good place to stay with beautiful ambience if anyone is planning to visit west Sikkim.”

ANKITA DEBNATH

“Yuksom, a village in Sikkim that is non-commercial or not that popular amongst the tourists. A place that has it's own individuality and beuty to the core. A perfect place with peaceful environment. One must visit and experience this property where your stay and meals are taken this property of. Owners' hospitality is very warm. You can go camping and trekki...”

Ishani Ghorai

“An enchanting and peaceful getaway with hosts who make you feel right at home. This is a must-visit destination that will leave you mesmerised. The delightful food, warm-hearted people, comfortable accommodations, stunning views, and inviting ambiance, along with the charming this propertyé and engaging adda sessions, all contribute to a vacation that will b...”

Urvashi Basak

“This place is beautiful and the hosts are amazing , had great food and experience like doing bonfire under the clear stary sky. Shawn ,who was the tour guide and a member of this place thank you for making us feel this property and guiding us through the small hike and overall for a great experience. This place is highly recommend.”

SRIJETA BISWAS

Where you are

Yuksom.

Sikkim's first capital and the start of the Goecha La trek toward Kanchenjunga.

Best time

Mar–May and Oct–Nov

Nearest airport

Bagdogra (IXB), ~150 km

Nearby

Dubdi monastery · Khecheopalri · Tashiding

General area shown · exact address shared after booking

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

Yuksom is the historic first capital of Sikkim and the gateway to the Kanchenjunga National Park. The main draw is trekking. The Goecha La trek, a classic route to the base of Kanchenjunga, starts right from the village. The hosts can help arrange guides and porters for this multi-day adventure.

For shorter day trips, the town of Pelling is about a 2-hour drive away. It is home to some of West Sikkim's most important monasteries, including the 17th-century Pemayangtse Monastery and the hilltop Sanga Choeling Monastery, which offers wide views of the mountains.

From Gangtok, the state capital, you can arrange permits for visits to Tsomgo Lake, a high-altitude glacial lake that often freezes in winter, and Rumtek Monastery, the largest monastery in Sikkim and the seat of the Karmapa Lama.

Logistics

Getting there.

The most reliable way to reach Yuksom is by road. The nearest major airport is Bagdogra (IXB) in West Bengal, approximately 124 km away. The nearest major railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP), about 122 km away. From either IXB or NJP, it is a 4 to 5-hour drive by taxi to Yuksom. The journey is scenic, climbing through the hills of Sikkim.

Sikkim has its own airport at Pakyong (PYG), near Gangtok, but flights are often subject to weather-related cancellations and diversions to Bagdogra.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time for clear skies and mountain views is from October to mid-December. This is the ideal season for trekking. Another popular window is from March to May when the rhododendrons are in full bloom across the hillsides, adding colour to the landscape.

The monsoon season, from June to September, brings heavy rain, which can cause landslides and road closures. Travel during this period, especially to remote areas like Yuksom, can be unpredictable.

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